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Steven Saunders cooks surf and turf - and talks princesses

Steven Saunders cooks surf and turf - and talks princesses

The celebrity chef discusses lobster with his girlfriend.

Tread Lightly: How to save water - and money

Tread Lightly: How to save water - and money

Tread Lightly: How to save water - and money

Allie Birley discusses the simple changes we can all make.

The hidden heart of the city: behind the scenes in hospitality and leisure

The hidden heart of the city: behind the scenes in hospitality and leisure

The hidden heart of the city: behind the scenes in hospitality and leisure

Chris Douglas, general manager of Graduate Cambridge hotel who has a seat on the Cambridge BID board, considers the future of hospitality and leisure

Suzanne Vega interview: ‘It was as if we had forgotten how to be public humans’

Suzanne Vega interview: ‘It was as if we had forgotten how to be public humans’

Suzanne Vega interview: ‘It was as if we had forgotten how to be public humans’

The widely respected singer-songwriter is to appear at the Cambridge Folk Festival later this month.

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Petition opposes 125 homes on edge of Fowlmere

Petition opposes 125 homes on edge of Fowlmere

Petition opposes 125 homes on edge of Fowlmere

Developers say the location is ‘sustainable’.

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CCTV appeal after ‘upskirting’ incident at Cambridge Tesco Express shop

CCTV appeal after ‘upskirting’ incident at Cambridge Tesco Express shop

CCTV appeal after ‘upskirting’ incident at Cambridge Tesco Express shop

CCTV images have been released by police.

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

The cricket commentating legend will be back behind the microphone this month as he returns to Fenner’s for a charity match.

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£12m agreed by council for sport and community facilities at Northstowe

£12m agreed by council for sport and community facilities at Northstowe

£12m agreed by council for sport and community facilities at Northstowe

Section 106 funding will not cover the costs.

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Addenbrooke’s Hospital A&E ‘requires improvement’ as patients wait for up to 12 hours

Addenbrooke’s Hospital A&E ‘requires improvement’ as patients wait for up to 12 hours

Addenbrooke’s Hospital A&E ‘requires improvement’ as patients wait for up to 12 hours

Report reveals the urgent and emergency care service did not always have enough staff to keep people safe or treat them on time

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Peter Molloy sets compass on making an impact in the world of orienteering

Peter Molloy sets compass on making an impact in the world of orienteering

We talk to a student on the University of Cambridge Athlete Performance Programme about the demands of an understated sport

Pictures: Dynamos cricket initiative is pupils' power play with South Cambs School Sports Partnership

Pictures: Dynamos cricket initiative is pupils' power play with South Cambs School Sports Partnership

Pictures: Dynamos cricket initiative is pupils' power play with South Cambs School Sports Partnership

More than 250 youngsters took part at Sawston

Success follows success for Cambridge City ParAbility team

Success follows success for Cambridge City ParAbility team

Success follows success for Cambridge City ParAbility team

A decade of top results on and off the pitch for the Lilywhites

Cambridge Rubies celebrate to sign off sparkling season on a high

Cambridge Rubies celebrate to sign off sparkling season on a high

Cambridge Rubies celebrate to sign off sparkling season on a high

The end-of-season ball helped give the players the chance to say goodbye

Fourth second-place in a row for Oliver Jarvis in the IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship

Fourth second-place in a row for Oliver Jarvis in the IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship

Fourth second-place in a row for Oliver Jarvis in the IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship

The Meyer Shank Racing team were pipped in the last 20 minutes at the Sahlen’s Six Hours of the Glen
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BUSINESS

The hidden heart of the city: behind the scenes in hospitality and leisure

The hidden heart of the city: behind the scenes in hospitality and leisure

Chris Douglas, general manager of Graduate Cambridge hotel who has a seat on the Cambridge BID board, considers the future of hospitality and leisure

Altos Labs launches Cambridge Institute of Science with cellular rejuvenation mission

Altos Labs launches Cambridge Institute of Science with cellular rejuvenation mission

Altos Labs launches Cambridge Institute of Science with cellular rejuvenation mission

Granta Park company arrives with mystery investors rumoured to include Jeff Bezos

Microbiotica ready to cross therapeutic threshold with clinical trials milestone

Microbiotica ready to cross therapeutic threshold with clinical trials milestone

Microbiotica ready to cross therapeutic threshold with clinical trials milestone

Cambridge microbiome specialist prepares MB097 and MB310 for human testing

KPMG partners Cambridge University for mental health at work study

KPMG partners Cambridge University for mental health at work study

KPMG partners Cambridge University for mental health at work study

What matters, and how to help, as world of employment is changing rapidly

Allia acquires SmartLIFE building for £4m to create Future Business Centre Cambridge campus

Allia acquires SmartLIFE building for £4m to create Future Business Centre Cambridge campus

Allia acquires SmartLIFE building for £4m to create Future Business Centre Cambridge campus

Previously owned by Cambridge Regional College, it will create more space for impact start-ups.
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WHAT'S ON

Steven Saunders cooks surf and turf - and talks princesses

Steven Saunders cooks surf and turf - and talks princesses

The celebrity chef discusses lobster with his girlfriend.

Suzanne Vega interview: ‘It was as if we had forgotten how to be public humans’

Suzanne Vega interview: ‘It was as if we had forgotten how to be public humans’

Suzanne Vega interview: ‘It was as if we had forgotten how to be public humans’

The widely respected singer-songwriter is to appear at the Cambridge Folk Festival later this month.

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

The cricket commentating legend will be back behind the microphone this month as he returns to Fenner’s for a charity match.

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50 pictures of Race for Life Cambridge 2022

50 pictures of Race for Life Cambridge 2022

50 pictures of Race for Life Cambridge 2022

We were at Jesus Green to capture the action as thousands raised money for Cancer Research UK.

Art uncovered: Cambridge Open Studios

Art uncovered: Cambridge Open Studios

Art uncovered: Cambridge Open Studios

This weekend kicks off the first free events for Cambridge Open Studios where visitors can see behind the scenes in artists' workshops.
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VIDEOS

Suzanne Vega interview: ‘It was as if we had forgotten how to be public humans’

Suzanne Vega interview: ‘It was as if we had forgotten how to be public humans’

Suzanne Vega interview: ‘It was as if we had forgotten how to be public humans’

The widely respected singer-songwriter is to appear at the Cambridge Folk Festival later this month.

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

The cricket commentating legend will be back behind the microphone this month as he returns to Fenner’s for a charity match.

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New medical training at Addenbrooke’s features hologram patients

New medical training at Addenbrooke’s features hologram patients

New medical training at Addenbrooke’s features hologram patients

Students at the hospital are the first in the world to use this latest mixed-reality technology.

Our complete guide Race for Life Cambridge 2022, including route, road closures and things to remember

Our complete guide Race for Life Cambridge 2022, including route, road closures and things to remember

Our complete guide Race for Life Cambridge 2022, including route, road closures and things to remember

All the details you need as a participant or visitor for Sunday’s fundraiser.
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EDUCATION

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

Henry Blofeld interview: ‘Shane Warne taught me to drink Jägerbombs’

The cricket commentating legend will be back behind the microphone this month as he returns to Fenner’s for a charity match.

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£4m funding for Cambridge scientists under Cancer Grand Challenges initiative

£4m funding for Cambridge scientists under Cancer Grand Challenges initiative

£4m funding for Cambridge scientists under Cancer Grand Challenges initiative

They will combat treatment-resistant cancers and aim to prevent cachexia.

Why Cambridge research gives grounds for optimism that ovarian cancer survival rates will finally improve

Why Cambridge research gives grounds for optimism that ovarian cancer survival rates will finally improve

Why Cambridge research gives grounds for optimism that ovarian cancer survival rates will finally improve

An interview with Prof James Brenton, who is giving a free virtual talk.

Nominate now for our Inspirational YoungStars Awards

Nominate now for our Inspirational YoungStars Awards

Nominate now for our Inspirational YoungStars Awards

The Cambridge Independent and Cambridge Charity Fundraisers have launched the awards to recognise the efforts of youngsters in our community
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SCIENCE

£4m funding for Cambridge scientists under Cancer Grand Challenges initiative

£4m funding for Cambridge scientists under Cancer Grand Challenges initiative

They will combat treatment-resistant cancers and aim to prevent cachexia.

Why Cambridge research gives grounds for optimism that ovarian cancer survival rates will finally improve

Why Cambridge research gives grounds for optimism that ovarian cancer survival rates will finally improve

Why Cambridge research gives grounds for optimism that ovarian cancer survival rates will finally improve

An interview with Prof James Brenton, who is giving a free virtual talk.

Microbiotica ready to cross therapeutic threshold with clinical trials milestone

Microbiotica ready to cross therapeutic threshold with clinical trials milestone

Microbiotica ready to cross therapeutic threshold with clinical trials milestone

Cambridge microbiome specialist prepares MB097 and MB310 for human testing

What is the normal temperature for the human brain? LMB discovers we are more hot-headed than we thought

What is the normal temperature for the human brain? LMB discovers we are more hot-headed than we thought

What is the normal temperature for the human brain? LMB discovers we are more hot-headed than we thought

Cambridge lab finds the rhythm of our brain temperature could be critical.
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LIFESTYLE

Steven Saunders cooks surf and turf - and talks princesses

Steven Saunders cooks surf and turf - and talks princesses

The celebrity chef discusses lobster with his girlfriend.

Tread Lightly: How to save water - and money

Tread Lightly: How to save water - and money

Tread Lightly: How to save water - and money

Allie Birley discusses the simple changes we can all make.

Ad: Shop local to get your holiday packing sorted

Ad: Shop local to get your holiday packing sorted

Ad: Shop local to get your holiday packing sorted

Whether you’re jetting off or planning a staycay, our local Cambridge brands have got your summer holiday packing sorted. Velvet goes shopping

Our complete guide Race for Life Cambridge 2022, including route, road closures and things to remember

Our complete guide Race for Life Cambridge 2022, including route, road closures and things to remember

Our complete guide Race for Life Cambridge 2022, including route, road closures and things to remember

All the details you need as a participant or visitor for Sunday’s fundraiser.
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PROPERTY

Funding for Fanshawe Road redevelopment approved

Funding for Fanshawe Road redevelopment approved

Nearly £28 million of funding has been approved to bring forward the redevelopment of council housing in Fanshawe Road in Cambridge.

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Developer wins appeal to build 110 homes in Fulbourn despite council’s flooding concerns

Developer wins appeal to build 110 homes in Fulbourn despite council’s flooding concerns

Developer wins appeal to build 110 homes in Fulbourn despite council’s flooding concerns

A planning inspector was satisfied by the plans.

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Extra flats approved for Impington development amid debate over design

Extra flats approved for Impington development amid debate over design

Extra flats approved for Impington development amid debate over design

A councillor said small units were needed in Histon and Impington.

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The benefits of remortgaging: Can you save money?

The benefits of remortgaging: Can you save money?

The benefits of remortgaging: Can you save money?

Sponsored feature | Rachel Sackel, Mortgage Advice Bureau
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