Rage bait is Oxford Word of the Year 2025
Lexicographer Susie Dent explains the meaning of 'rage bait', the Oxford Word of the Year 2025, which beat 'aura farming' and 'biohack'. Discover its origins and modern usage.
Lexicographer Susie Dent explains the meaning of 'rage bait', the Oxford Word of the Year 2025, which beat 'aura farming' and 'biohack'. Discover its origins and modern usage.
Oxford University Press names 'rage-bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a troubling trend in digital media. Discover what this says about our online discourse.
George Abaraonye, ousted Oxford Union president, confessed to 'celebrating' Charlie Kirk's shooting to 'get a laugh'. Read the full story of the controversy that rocked the historic debating society.
George Abaraonye, the ousted Oxford Union president-elect, issues a public apology after celebrating the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. Read the full story and its consequences.
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Discover how the 2025 Photo Oxford Festival transforms the city into a living gallery, showcasing groundbreaking work from international artists and challenging our perception of photography.
The prestigious Oxford Union faces internal crisis as president-elect Rachel Huang is removed from her position following allegations of misconduct, sparking fierce debate among members.
Oxford Union President Luke Tryl triumphs in dramatic no-confidence vote following backlash over hosting controversial American speaker Charlie Kirk, in a heated debate that exposed deep divisions within the prestigious debating society.
The prestigious Oxford Union faces fresh controversy as members vote to remove their second president this year, raising questions about the future of the historic debating society.
The Oxford Union faces turmoil as president-elect Rufus Chuter is removed just hours after winning election, following controversial social media posts celebrating commentator Charlie Kirk's rumoured demise.
The prestigious Oxford Union has sparked controversy after abruptly cancelling a scheduled appearance by right-wing American commentator Charlie Kirk, following significant student opposition and security concerns.
The prestigious Oxford Union has abruptly suspended a confidence vote in its president, Charlie Mackintosh, following serious claims of intimidation against officials. The historic debating society faces internal crisis as allegations rock its leadership.
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Tempers flared dramatically at Loftus Road as Queens Park Rangers and Oxford United coaching staffs engaged in a mass confrontation, forcing players to separate warring managers in chaotic Championship scenes.
A century after her groundbreaking studies, Māori scholar Makereti Papakura receives long-overdue recognition from Oxford University for her pioneering anthropological work.
In a dramatic broadcasting shift, Channel 4 has secured the TV rights to the iconic Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race, ending the BBC's 17-year reign over the prestigious annual event starting from 2026.
In a dramatic broadcasting shake-up, the BBC has lost television rights to the iconic Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race after race organisers claimed the broadcaster's coverage was 'elitist' and failed to attract younger audiences.
Exclusive interview reveals the heartbreaking account of James Crumbley, father of the Oxford High School shooter, as he speaks out for the first time since his son's deadly attack on a Michigan church.
The University of Mississippi has suspended a fraternity after a viral video showed members allegedly staging a mock lynching of a black mannequin, sparking widespread condemnation and an official investigation.
Exclusive data analysis uncovers the UK railway station with the highest rate of last-minute train cancellations, raising serious questions about rail reliability for commuters and travellers.
Groundbreaking research from Oxford and Exeter universities identifies key daily activities—from reading to household chores—that can significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia, offering a proactive approach to brain health.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan launches a bold pedestrianisation trial on Oxford Street, banning through traffic in a decisive move to reduce pollution, boost business, and reclaim the world-famous street for people.
Mayor Sadiq Khan's ambitious plan to pedestrianise Oxford Street moves forward, with a major car-free trial day announced for 2024, transforming London's iconic shopping district.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford uncovers why women maintain childhood friendships into grandmotherhood while men start losing friends in their twenties. Discover the psychological and social factors behind this enduring friendship di
A man in his 70s has been found dead in a nature reserve that famously inspired CS Lewis's magical world of Narnia. Police are investigating the unexplained death in Oxford's CS Lewis Nature Reserve.
Relive the unforgettable day supermodel Kate Moss caused complete pandemonium on London's Oxford Street. A simple shopping trip turned into a media frenzy, showcasing her unparalleled star power in the 90s.
Twisted double murderer Benjamin Field is sentenced to life for the brutal killings of two stable girls, as his haunting 'I'm free' confession to police is revealed.
Oxford University faces backlash after student union members joked about the assassination of American conservative speaker Charlie Kirk during a debate on free speech. The university has launched an investigation into the incident.