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Wellcome Sanger Institute scientists uncover bacterium link to sepsis threat

DNA was analysed to understand the movement of P. aeruginosa.

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AI tool developed by Cambridge researchers can rapidly detect and analyse cancer cells

It takes one minute to do job that would take an experienced pathologist 20 minutes.

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Full list of all the DWP benefits rises announced in the Budget 2025

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced benefit increases from April, with Universal Credit rising 6.2% in 2026 and the two-child benefit cap scrapped

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Five stray puppies rescued in Cambridgeshire

Woodgreen believe the mother may have been abandoned while pregnant. She was rescued alongside her puppies in freezing cold temperatures.

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Two injured after van flips on the A14 in Cambs

The van landed in the opposite carriageway to the one it had been travelling on. The two patients were taken to hospital.

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The Cambridgeshire area where you can buy a home for under £50K

If you are looking for a place to buy your first home, Cambridgeshire does have a few spots that are on the more affordable side

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Crash leaves lane closed on M11

Drivers were facing queues as a result of the crash

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Crash closes lane and causes long delays on A14

Drivers faced 50-minute delays following the crash

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Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after reversing into a police motorbike

The suspect crashed into a hedge after a 10-minute police chase. The road was closed during the incident.

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Councils told they need to plan for Greater Cambridge growth

Cambridge City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council have agreed to consult with the public on the draft joint local plan, which will guide future development in the area.

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Thieves steal cable powering homes and school in Cambs town

A police investigation has been launched. This follows a substation fire earlier in the week, which caused power cuts to homes and the primary school.

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Ely bridge hit 80 times as locals slam 'people who just can't drive'

A railway bridge in Ely has been struck 80 times in five years, with frustrated readers saying they have seen it all before

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Cambridge stall owner slams government over Budget

Another worker in the city criticised Rachel Reeves, calling her a hypocrite

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Why contractors had to think again after installing bizarre dead wood feature in Cambridge park

The habitat is part of the authority’s environmental improvement programme.

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Parts of Cambridgeshire to be affected by upcoming train strikes

Some train services in Cambridgeshire will be affected by the upcoming RMT train strikes with passengers told to plan carefully for their journeys

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Rail minister: City growth must fund Cambridge East station

Lord Peter Hendy visited the city to hear about the East West Rail Company’s (EWR Co) plans for the region.

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Police name man accused of starting multiple car fires in Wisbech

He has been accused of a number of incidents

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HMRC says some Brits may be owed a tax refund - what to check and how to get it

It's worth checking if you're due to some money back

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MP tackles wind tunnel challenge to mark Cambridge Science Centre programme launch

The programme aims to break down barriers to STEM education.

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Bottle of Charles and Diana's wedding champagne could fetch £70k at auction

The Vintage 1961 is said to be one of Dom Pérignon’s most coveted