Oxford Relying Deliveroo

Oxford relying on ‘Deliveroo-style’ contracts with most tutorials not taught by full-time staff

Leading university accused of relying on young academics employed on gig-economy terms. Oxford University has been accused of relying on academics on “Deliveroo-style” and precarious fixed-term ...

World - The Guardian - 13 hours ago

My love letter to Oxford

Graduate and model Grace Clover swaps subfusc for second-hand, as she takes us on a tour of her alma mater

Business - Financial Times - October 18

In Georgia, Harris Relies on Superstar Passion

Not as fiery as her celebrity surrogates, she could use a bit of their heart and fervor.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

Watch: Oxford Street Christmas lights switched on

The famous shopping street becomes the first major London display to switch on for Christmas.

Chanel dips oar into sport with Oxford-Cambridge boat race tie-up

Rowing contest to be renamed after fashion house’s designer watch in latest luxury move into sponsorship

Business - Financial Times - October 21

UK health agencies join with Oxford Nanopore to speed up pathogen screening

Initiative is part of growing international efforts to give early warning of pandemic threats

World - Financial Times - November 5

US Government Says Relying on Chinese Lithium Batteries Is Too Risky

A new document shows the Department of Homeland Security is concerned that Chinese investment in lithium batteries to power energy grids will make them a threat to US supply chain security.

Tech - Wired - October 21

GTA Company Says Only Relying On Sequels Could Spell Disaster

Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick has spoken about the importance in creating new franchises, or "new IP," in the industry parlance. During Take-Two's latest earnings briefing , Zelnick said nothing ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 7

Good News: Biker traveling across the country relies on kindness of strangers

A cyclist who is pedaling across the United States is being fueled by the kindness of strangers and has become an internet sensation. NBC News' Gadi Schwartz reports.

Some of Substack’s Biggest Newsletters Rely On AI Writing Tools

A new analysis of Substack’s top newsletters estimated that around 10 percent publish AI-generated or AI-assisted content.

Tech - Wired - Yesterday

MAP: See the states where restaurant workers rely most on tips

Both presidential candidates promised to eliminate taxes on restaurant workers' tips, a move that, if enacted, could be especially beneficial to employees in certain states.

Politics - The Hill - 8 hours ago

Zumba Teacher? ‘Anti-Woke’ Cleric? 38 Candidates Line Up to Head Oxford University

The role of chancellor at the University of Oxford has been around for 800 years. This year, a particularly broad range of people have applied.

World - The New York Times - October 20

WATCH: Ole Miss fans carry goalposts through Oxford after historic win over No. 3 Georgia

Coach Lane Kiffin predicted a party that would last at least 24 hours in Oxford

Sports - CBS Sports - 6 days ago

Coroner issues 'cancel culture' warning after Oxford student took own life

Alexander Rogers was "ostracised" by his university peers shortly before his death, a coroner says.

Ohio State relied on talent to escape Nebraska, but that may not be enough in upcoming Penn State showdown

The Buckeyes players were just better than the Huskers, but more will be needed in Happy Valley

Sports - CBS Sports - October 26

Stock-market bulls rely on 2016 ‘Trump trade’ playbook — but 2024 is very different

Investors relying on the 2016 “Trump trade” playbook ignore a very different 2024 backdrop for the economy and markets at their peril, a strategist warns.

Business - MarketWatch - November 7

EU leaders vow to make bloc more competitive in face of Trump threat

Budapest meeting finds consensus on need to raise growth and productivity as ‘America first’ protectionism looms. EU leaders meeting in Budapest have signed a declaration aimed at boosting the ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Would the Fed ever rely on AI to decide interest rate moves? The risks are high.

Challenges of artificial intelligence directing U.S. central-bank decisions are substantial.

Business - MarketWatch - November 9

Fantasy Football Week 11 Lineup Decisions: Jayden Daniels will be heavily relied upon to thwart Eagles defense

Dig into the players who might be tough start/sit calls in your lineup based on game film notes, stats, more

Sports - CBS Sports - 2 hours ago

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