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NEWS

Royal Papworth first hospital rated ‘outstanding’ in every area

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has announced that Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has been rated ‘outstanding’.

The neuroscientist shattering the myth of the gendered brain

There is no such thing as the male or female brain, according to the latest research

Healx raises $56m as it targets rare diseases with AI

Cambridge company is also taking treatment for Fragile X syndrome - the leading genetic cause of autism - to clinic.

COEL to sponsor Games Company of the Year at Science and Technology Awards

Office fit-out specialist is returning to support the Cambridge Independent awards for the second year.

Gallery: £100m Foresight East of England Fund launched with event at Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge

The fund will help SMEs with investments typically of up to £5million.

Stem cell work offers hope for boys with rare genetic condition PMD

Work with US researchers has shown potential for new therapies or stem cell transplantation into the brains of patients.

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CAMBRIDGE

Man charged with Eaton Socon murder

Police have charged a man with murder after a stabbing in Eaton Socon.

Royal Papworth first hospital rated ‘outstanding’ in every area

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has announced that Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has been rated ‘outstanding’.

The neuroscientist shattering the myth of the gendered brain

There is no such thing as the male or female brain, according to the latest research

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SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE

The neuroscientist shattering the myth of the gendered brain

There is no such thing as the male or female brain, according to the latest research

Workshop fire in Willingham

Firefighters tackled a blaze at a workshop in Willingham on Sunday (October 13).

Controversial plan for 66 homes at Highfields Caldecote approved

A controversial planning application passed by a whisker, with a councillor representing the area calling it a “monstrosity”.

New director of the Fitzwilliam on 'jaw-dropping' museum revamp

The Fitzwilliam's new director Luke Syson on his exciting new plans for the museum

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CRIME

Murder investigation launched after man stabbed in Eaton Socon

Police have launched a murder investigation after a man was stabbed in Eaton Socon.

Plant machinery theft avoided by HE Services and police

Burwell firm tracked dodgy hire - and found a very professional organisation at work

Closure orders for two village homes

Police said the action was a result of reports of anti-social behaviour, drug use, criminal damage, verbal abuse, noise and intimidation

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HEALTH

Royal Papworth first hospital rated ‘outstanding’ in every area

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has announced that Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has been rated ‘outstanding’.

Healx raises $56m as it targets rare diseases with AI

Cambridge company is also taking treatment for Fragile X syndrome - the leading genetic cause of autism - to clinic.

Stem cell work offers hope for boys with rare genetic condition PMD

Work with US researchers has shown potential for new therapies or stem cell transplantation into the brains of patients.

NHS to benefit as Congenica adds two major data sources to genomic medicine platform

DECIPHER and Mastermind will help clinicians diagnose disease.

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POLITICS

Wildlife to benefit at Cambridge City Council cuts out chemicals in parks

Move is part of drive to improve biodiversity

‘We need Cambridge South railway station long before East West Rail’ says mayor James Palmer

The Combined Authority mayor says we cannot wait for a rail project not due to reach Cambridge until 2027

Heidi Allen: Why I’ve joined the Liberal Democrats

The South Cambridgeshire MP’s statement in full as she says the landscape has shifted beyond all recognition.

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EDUCATION

The neuroscientist shattering the myth of the gendered brain

There is no such thing as the male or female brain, according to the latest research

Stem cell work offers hope for boys with rare genetic condition PMD

Work with US researchers has shown potential for new therapies or stem cell transplantation into the brains of patients.

Lady Taverners provide Castle School, Cambridge with new bus

The ladies got to see the mini bus they bought for the school when they attended an event at Barrington Hall.

Judge Judy delivers her verdict at the Cambridge Union

The star of the Judge Judy TV series addressed the Cambridge Union on Saturday, October 5.

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