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Why do #Venezuela and #Greenland matter to U.S. power? Professor Helen Thompson shares her analysis.

Helen Thompson is Professor of Political Economy at @campolis.bsky.social and a Fellow at Clare College.
January 12, 2026 at 4:38 PM
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Calm winter morning skies over Cripps Court πŸŒ•

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πŸ“Έ Lloyd Mann
An early morning view of the Cripps Court at Queens' College in Cambridge, with snow on the ground, moon visible in the sky, and two individuals walking outside.
January 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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New year, new career? Make it happen at @cam.ac.uk

Explore more than 170 vacancies covering academic, research, professorial and professional services roles πŸ‘‰ https://bit.ly/42Lm08d
Five students walking through St John's College. Text overlays read: "We're hiring" and "Explore over 170 vacancies across professorial, academic and professional service roles".
January 12, 2026 at 10:13 AM
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A quiet winter morning in #Cambridge earlier this week ❄️

πŸ“Έ Lloyd Mann
Reflection of King's College Chapel in the River Cam, with a dusting of snow covering the surrounding ground and a clear blue sky. A view of punts lined up on the River Cam in Cambridge on a winter morning, with a pink building illuminated in the background. View of the River Cam in Cambridge during winter, showing a frost-covered riverbank and reflected trees with the Clare College Bridge visible in the distance. Mathematical Bridge over the River Cam at Queens' College, Cambridge, flanked by historic buildings with snow-dusted roofs on a winter morning.
January 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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A drug used to treat hot flushes could also slow #breastcancer, says a team @crukcamcentre.bsky.social πŸ’Š

A Cambridge-led trial shows a progesterone-like treatment eases symptoms and has anti-cancer activity.

Read more about the study πŸ‘‡
https://bit.ly/49cXCzZ
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January 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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A new year is a moment to reflect on how we choose to grow 🌱

Explore 250+ courses designed for learners around the world and open to all levels, including short courses and weekend learningπŸ‘‡
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We're proud to offer over 250 courses for adult learners around the world. Ready to learn? Whatever your learning goals, whatever your learning level, we'll meet you where you're at. And help you get where you want to go.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:39 AM
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Is the U.S. action in Venezuela lawful, unlawful or legally grey? Professor Marc Weller shares his analysis.

Watch the full interview on YouTube πŸ‘‰ https://bit.ly/4szTRMA

Marc Weller is Professor of International Law @campolis.bsky.social
January 7, 2026 at 5:17 PM
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What should you stop doing in 2026? β›”

Here are 12 ways to improve your wellbeing and productivity – based on decades of world-leading #research from experts at @mrccbu.bsky.social @eng.cam.ac.uk and @psychiatry-ucam.bsky.social πŸ‘‡
https://bit.ly/49aIX8p
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January 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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As 2026 begins, could your next career step be at #Cambridge? πŸ’­

For Prof Hiranya Peiris, Cambridge stands out for 3 reasons: world-class resources, an outstanding #research environment, and a culture of cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Browse our job vacancies πŸ‘‰ https://bit.ly/4qolCFW
January 6, 2026 at 8:50 AM
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A winter sunrise over #Cambridge this morning ❄️

πŸ“Έ Lloyd Mann
Aerial view of King's College Chapel in Cambridge, showing historic buildings covered in snow during a sunrise. Aerial view of the Cambridge University Library and surrounding landscape dusted with snow, during sunrise. Aerial view of Cambridge covered in snow, featuring the River Cam and several bridges connecting snow-covered landscapes and historic buildings.
January 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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Wishing all our students, staff, alumni and friends around the world a happy and hopeful 2026 πŸŽ‰

πŸ“Έ Nick Saffell

#HappyNewYear
A scenic view of the Trinity Street in Cambridge, with historical buildings, pedestrians, and a bright red post box. A text overlay at the bottom of the image reads: "Happy New Year 2026 from the University of Cambridge".
January 1, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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It's almost time to say goodbye to 2025... where will you be celebrating the New Year?

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πŸ“Έ Nick Saffell
A detailed view of an ornate gate featuring a regal emblem with an eagle and a colourful shield, with the historic architecture of St John's College in the background.
December 31, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Congratulations to the five Cambridge academics and Fellows who have been recognised in the New Year Honours 2026 πŸŽ‰

Explore their achievements in our round-up: www.cam.ac.uk/news/cambrid...
December 30, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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Is there life beyond Earth? Find out in this year's #XmasLectures from @rigb.org πŸͺ

Cambridge astronomer @nmadhu.bsky.social is a guest on the lecture exploring the possibility of life beyond Earth, hosted by Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock.

Watch on iPlayerπŸ‘‡
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002p21h
BBC Four - Royal Institution Christmas Lectures, 2025: Maggie Aderin-Pocock - Is There Life Beyond Earth?, Destination Moon
Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock explores her favourite space rock, the moon.
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December 28, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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Merry Christmas to all our students, staff, alumni and friends around the world πŸŽ„

πŸ“Έ Lloyd Mann
Winter scene featuring a punt gliding across the River Cam, near a snow-covered arch bridge, accompanied by a 'Merry Christmas from the University of Cambridge' greeting.
December 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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It wouldn't be Christmas without the Carols from @kingscollege.bsky.social β›ͺ

Watch the world-famous King's College Choir traditional candlelit celebration today at 5:45pm on BBC Two.

Listen to 'A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols' at 3pm on BBC Radio 4.

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Night view of King's College Chapel in Cambridge, showing the intricate Gothic architecture and large stained glass window under a clear sky.
December 24, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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Meet the people at the heart of this year’s University of Cambridge Christmas film ❀️

Watch the Gospel Choir Society's full performance of 'Oh Happy Day' on our YouTube channel πŸ‘‰ https://youtu.be/WzmwvYHVF8A
December 23, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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A special night at Selwyn College Chapel πŸ•―οΈ

@selwyn1882.bsky.social 's annual carol service for alumni and friends took place in Selwyn Chapel on 10 December. Were you there to feel the Christmas magic?
December 21, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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Intestinal parasites were a daily reality for Roman soldiers guarding Hadrian’s Wall.

New research from @cam-archaeology.bsky.social πŸ‘‡
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Roman soldiers defending Hadrian’s Wall infected by parasites, study finds
Research examining ancient sewer drain sediment suggests the Roman soldiers garrisoned at the fort of Vindolanda suffered with intestinal worms and diarrhoea –
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December 19, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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Can we ever know if AI is conscious? πŸ€–

Cambridge philosopher @tom-mcclelland.bsky.social argues that the only rational stance is agnosticism.

Find out why this matters for ethics and tech hype πŸ‘‡
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We may never be able to tell if AI becomes conscious, argues philosopher
This gulf in knowledge could be exploited by a tech industry intent on selling the β€œnext level of AI cleverness”, argues Dr Tom McClelland.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the University of Cambridge πŸŽ„
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December 18, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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Merry Christmas to everyone in Cambridge and around the world πŸŽ„

Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice and Chancellor Lord Chris Smith share their Christmas and New Year wishes, alongside a joyful performance from the University’s first-ever Gospel Choir society.
December 18, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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Leo XIV is the 1st Augustinian Pope, but did you know that his order once performed green-fingered, dragon-slaying miracles?

@drkrisztinailko.bsky.social from @camhistory.bsky.social @queens.cam.ac.uk reveals the forgotten lives of these wild medieval saints πŸ‘‡
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Dragon-slaying saints performed green-fingered medieval miracles, new study reveals
Pope Leo XIV's Augustinian order once performed green-fingered, dragon-slaying miracles. Dr Krisztina Ilko rediscovers their lives and wild power base
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December 15, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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The evening lights of King’s Parade πŸŒ‰

πŸ“Έ Lloyd Mann
Night-time view of King's Parade in Cambridge, featuring long exposure light trails from moving vehicles, illuminated shops, and historic architecture.
December 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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How cheap is it to build a bot army? πŸ€–

Find out using the first global index to track real-time prices for verifying fake accounts on 500 platforms, from TikTok to Amazon πŸ‘‡
https://bit.ly/44s9QSu
Illustration promoting new Cambridge research on the cost of building a bot army, featuring a figure in a hood facing a large computer screen against a dark network-like background.
December 12, 2025 at 9:23 AM