Despite being a noble gas, helium has a carbon footprint. We haven't managed to find any helium reservoirs that don't also contain natural gas. But must they? Scientists and startups alike are on the hunt.

If you read "Bob, a DJ and a clown" on a guest list, are three people coming to the party, or only one? That depends on whether you're for or against the Oxford comma -- perhaps the most hotly contested punctuation mark of all time. When...

We welcomed new science and discoveries in 2018, but unfortunately, we also had to say goodbye to some important figures in the scientific community.

In a single year, there are 200-300 million cases of malaria and 50-100 million cases of dengue fever worldwide. So: Why haven't we found a way to effectively kill mosquitos yet? Hadyn Parry presents a fascinating solution: genetically...

Some countries are planning to wait up to 12 weeks to administer second doses of COVID-19 vaccines. Will this slow the virus?

In this video, produced for and with the Museum of Oxford and presented by Ben Kehoe, we explore the three sieges of Oxford during the English Civil War, when the city served as Royalist Capital.

In this video, produced for and with the Museum of Oxford, our presenter, Ben Kehoe, explores the challenges facing Oxford's residents as their city became the Royalist Capital during the English Civil War.

In this video, produced with and for the Museum of Oxford, our presenter, Ben Kehoe, discusses how Oxford became the Royalist Capital, how its citizens and colleges responded and how some of its citizens engaged in acts of mild resistance.

Science Kids Famous Astronomers and Astrophysicists - From Galileo to Neil deGrasse Tyson

Vera Rubin was a pioneering astronomer who defied gender discrimination to make groundbreaking discoveries in the field of astrophysics. Her...

In an exclusive interview with The Independent, Lord Hague discusses with Geordie Greig his campaign to win election as Chancellor to the University of Oxford. The former foreign secretary explains his opinions on what the statue of...

Lord Hague refuted his competitor for the chancellor of the University of Oxford's claim that the role is purely 'ceremonial'.In the exclusive interview, Lord Hague also emphasised his belief that Peter Mandelson cannot do the role and...

Maggie Smith: Oscar-winning Harry Potter and Downton Abbey star died, aged 89.Source: LUMEN / The Independent

Maggie Smith: Oscar-winning Harry Potter and Downton Abbey star died, aged 89.Source: LUMEN / The Independent

Professor Richard Evans recalls that the teacher who most influenced him was John Walsh, a history tutor at Jesus College, Oxford, where Evans studied in the 1960s. Walsh was known for prioritizing teaching over publishing and was deeply...

Professor Thomas Weber honors Simon Price, his college advisor at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford, remembering him as one of the most supportive mentors he could imagine. Weber recalls arriving at Oxford in 1996 to study ancient and modern...

Discover Myron Rolle’s incredible journey from football star and Rhodes Scholar to neurosurgeon and educator.<br/>

BLENHEIM PALACE BLENHEIM PALACE, NEAR OXFORD, IS SITED ON OVER TWO THOUSAND ACRES OF STATELY GARDENS. FOR NEARLY 300 YEARS IT HAS BEEN ONE OF BRITAIN S GRANDEST HOMES. BUT WITH THE COSTS OF MAINTAINANCE RUNNING INTO MILLIONS OF POUNDS A...

In the early 1950 sports journalists had proclaimed that to run an imperial mile in less than four minutes was impossible. But a medical student named Roger Bannister knew they were wrong and had planned a race to prove it could be done.

This video gives an overview of the entire course.

Follow Myron Rolle's journey from the NFL to becoming a neurosurgeon, defying stereotypes and pursuing his passion for medicine.

Follow Myron Rolle's journey from the NFL to becoming a neurosurgeon, defying stereotypes and pursuing his passion for medicine.

This video describes the tumultuous events following King Stephen's defeat by his cousin Matilda, as she attempts to claim the throne of England with the support of the Church and key allies. Matilda faces challenges from various...

Charles Dodgson, also known as Lewis Carroll, had a deep interest in the emerging art of photography, becoming a skilled amateur photographer. Among his subjects was Alice Liddell, the inspiration behind "Alice's Adventures in...

After 5 weeks of Danish rule in 1014, King Aethelred gained control of England again. But when he died a few years later, the country fell into years of instability and uncertainty. Learn about the power struggles, alliances, and...