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TEDxOxford: Limitless – What’s On In Oxford
TEDxOxford is Back! We’re excited to invite you to TEDxOxford, an unmissable day of bold ideas, inspiring stories, and world-changing conversations — taking place right here in Oxford.
February 22, 2026 | At the Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford 
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
This year’s conference brings together 12 extraordinary speakers from science, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and investment, each sharing ideas that challenge how we think about the world and our place in it. Whether you’re passionate about innovation, accessibility, health, or personal transformation, there’s something here for you. Make sure to invite your friends and supervisors!
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://tedxoxford.co.uk
Meet just a few of our incredible speakers:
Dr. Morty Razavi
Dr. Razavi is a scientist developing next-generation diagnostic tools, focused on precisely measuring clinically relevant proteins such as drug targets and biomarkers to improve disease detection, monitoring, and treatment. He is pioneering methods to extract rich diagnostic insight from a single drop of blood, with the goal of translating many clinical tests to home-collected dried blood spot samples — advancing scalable, personalised diagnostics and bringing high-quality testing closer to patients.
Lucy Grabe-Watson
Lucy Grabe-Watson is an educator, writer, and conservationist dedicated to protecting Britain’s ancient woodlands through community action and ecological advocacy. As the founder of Ancient Woodlands UK, her work sits at the intersection of forest ecology and public engagement, shaped by years spent teaching, tending, and listening in woodland environments across southern England. In her TEDx talk, Lucy explores how reconnecting with trees can reshape our sense of belonging, responsibility, and hope for the future.
Samantha Baines
Multi award-winning comedian, actress, broadcaster and bestselling author, Samantha Baines is a powerful voice for representation and accessibility. From The Crown and Call the Midwife to The One Show and BBC Morning Live, she’s a familiar face on screen and radio. As a deaf hearing-aid wearer, RNID ambassador, and host of the smash-hit podcast The Divorce Social, Samantha brings humour, honesty, and advocacy together on every stage she steps onto. Dmitrii Kim After spending over a decade performing magic and illusion for more than 300,000 people, Dmitrii Kim faced a life-altering crisis that reshaped his path. Reinventing himself as an entrepreneur, he went on to found three businesses and uncovered more than 15 talents and passions — offering a powerful perspective on resilience, reinvention, and human potential.
Olivier Tonneau
A graduate of ESSEC Business School, Olivier is the founder and partner at Quantonation, the world’s first venture capital fund dedicated to quantum technologies. With previous experience as a management consultant at Kearney and CEO at Gravitation, Olivier now serves on the boards of multiple leading deep-tech and quantum companies. Recently selected as a Kauffman Fellow, he brings deep insight into the future of technology, investment, and innovation. Join us for a day of ideas worth spreading — and conversations that will stay with you long after the final talk.
Get your tickets here: https://tedxoxford.co.uk
We can’t wait to welcome you.
Warm regards,
The TEDxOxford Team
Thames Valley Police has released a CCTV image as it asks for the public’s help in identifying a man who may have vital information about the incident at Templars Shopping Centre in Cowley.
The reported ‘sexual assault’ happened when a woman in her 20s was inappropriately touched over her clothing at around 3pm on Tuesday, June 30.
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No arrests have been made at this time and the police has asked for anyone with any information to come forward as soon as possible.
Investigating officer PC Emily Rice said: “We are releasing this CCTV image as we believe the individual pictured may have information that could assist our investigation.
“If this is you, or if you recognise the person shown in the image, please contact Thames Valley Police.”
Anyone with information can make a report to the police online or call 101, quoting reference 43260331880.
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Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through its website.
Appeals for public help in finding individuals by the police can relate to suspects, witnesses or others who may have vital information in relation to the incident.
They do not mean the person is to blame nor do they imply guilt.
The scheme, which took effect on August 28, includes a wide range of furniture and home essentials.
In a statement, IKEA said: “From much-loved favourites to everyday essentials, customers can discover New Lower Prices both online and in-store, helping make it easier to create a home you love, whatever your budget.”
Among the discounted items is the KALLAX shelving unit, soon to be available for £49—down 18% from £60.
The HEMNES daybed, which functions as a sofa, single bed, double bed, and storage unit, will be reduced by 15% from £329 to £279.
In addition to these savings, IKEA is offering more than 1,000 exclusive in-store-only prices with discounts up to 25%.
The company said: “In time for cosy season, in stores nationwide, IKEA is also offering 20% off throws, bedspreads, candles, floor and table lamps, plus selected rugs, thermal curtains, seasonal duvets and cookware, from 7th September to 1st November nationwide.”
The history of IKEA
IKEA was founded in 1943 by Ingvar Kamprad when he was just 17 years old.
Originally, the company sold small goods such as pens and wallets, but in 1948, Kamprad expanded into furniture.
This was facilitated by Ingvar’s father, who gave him a small sum of money for doing well in school, which he used to set up a company.
In 1953, the company adopted flatpack furniture, solving costly transportation problems.
IKEA grew steadily throughout the 1950s in Sweden, before expanding into Denmark and Norway in the 1960s.
By the 1970s, the brand had entered markets in Australia, Austria, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Kuwait, the Netherlands, Singapore, and Switzerland.
The first UK store opened in Warrington in 1987, marking the start of IKEA’s growth in the British market.
Today, IKEA employs nearly 12,000 people across its 22 UK locations.
Have you bought items from IKEA before? Let us know in the comments.
Thames Valley Police has released CCTV footage of Juan Carlos Clarke, who the force launched a manhunt for just under a week ago,
The 34-year-old is wanted on recall to prison with the photo showing Mr Clarke in Cornmarket, Oxford, at around 1.10pm on Thursday, August 27.
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A spokesperson for the police said: “We are continuing to appeal for the public’s help to trace Juan Carlos Clarke, who is wanted on recall to prison.
“We are now releasing a recent CCTV image of Juan, taken in Cornmarket, Oxford, at around 1.10pm on Thursday 27 August.
“Please note that he has recently shaved his hair and may look different from previous images circulated.”
Police reiterated other defining characteristics about him, describing him as being of medium build and having a full beard, as well as a broken or missing lower tooth and a tattoo of two eyes in the centre of his back.
They warned that anyone who sees him, should not approach him.
The spokesperson added: “Juan is described as being 5ft 11ins tall, of medium build and with a full beard.
“He has a broken or missing lower tooth, a scar on his left forearm and a tattoo of two eyes in the centre of his back.
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“He is known to frequent Oxford city centre, Cowley, Jericho, the Oxford canal towpaths, and has connections to Banbury.
“Do not approach him. If you see Juan, call 999 immediately, quoting reference 43260436595.
“Anyone with information about his whereabouts should call 101 or report online, quoting the same reference.”
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