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River Cam users invited to consult on proposed fee changes

The Conservators of the River Cam are seeking public views on revised fees for the 2027/28 financial year.

16 October 2026Local

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Arctic Winter Sea Ice Loss May Be Underestimated, New Study Reveals

Ancient climate data from warmer periods helps researchers refine climate models and project future ice cover with greater accuracy.

16 October 2026Technology

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Young People Back Health Data Research, Demand Safeguards

University of Cambridge review finds conditional support for using health data, with calls for transparency and greater involvement in decision-making.

15 October 2026Local

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Honeybees Aggressively Outcompete Wild Pollinators in UK

New research from Anglia Ruskin University reveals honeybees dominate food sources, chasing away other species.

14 October 2026Local

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Dance Film Exploring Environmental Change to Premiere at Cambridge Festival

Re-Shaping Landscapes, a collaboration by ARU lecturers, uses movement to reflect on our relationship with transforming environments.

13 October 2026Culture

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Heavy Horses Create New Wildflower Meadows in Central Cambridge

King's College and Cambridge City Council partner to establish native wildflower areas on Parker's Piece using traditional methods.

13 October 2026Local

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Cambridge City Council Reaffirms Commitment to Tackling Homelessness

Ahead of World Homeless Day, the council highlights its partnership approach and innovative strategies for prevention and support.

09 October 2026Local

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Cambridge Researchers Secure ARIA Funding for Protein-Based Material Fabrication

New 'Protein SPARK' project aims to create rare-earth-free magnets and advanced battery electrodes using biological building blocks.

09 October 2026Technology

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Microbial Evolution May Explain Early Animal Fossil Gaps

New research suggests the rise of collagen-eating microbes influenced the preservation of ancient soft-bodied creatures.

08 October 2026Society

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Food Waste Recycling Expands to Over 23,000 More Homes in Cambridge Area

Weekly collections now serve over 90,000 households, diverting waste from landfill and generating renewable energy.

08 October 2026Local

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Cambridge Fireworks Night 2026 Promises Biggest Display Ever

Annual event on Midsummer Common features live DJ, walkabout acts, and a spectacular fireworks show by Pains Fireworks.

08 October 2026Local

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Cambridge Council Estate Redevelopment Plans Progress to Planning Committee

Proposals for 134 new homes, including wheelchair-accessible and larger council properties, to replace ageing post-war housing on Ekin Road.

06 October 2026Local

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