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Barry Hearn OBE inspires audience at Kimbolton School
Kimbolton School, Cambridgeshire, hosted an unforgettable evening with Barry Hearn OBE, one of the most influential figures in global sports management and promotion, on 22 November 2024.
Study finds nature can help with integration in UK
Results show benefits and barriers for migrants accessing the natural environment.
Beaver Scouts design air quality superheroes in an educational talk on pollution
Youngsters were empowered to design air quality superheroes when South Cambridgeshire District Council held its first pollution awareness talk in the community.
AA Thornton joins forces with Venner Shipley
Leading intellectual property firm AA Thornton is joining forces with Venner Shipley. From 1 December, the combined firm, with a headcount totalling 230 people, will operate under the Venner Shipley name.
Mapping 1.6 million gut cells to find new ways to treat disease
By combining 25 datasets, researchers have created the largest cohesive cell atlas of the human gut and uncovered a new way that stomach cells may play a role in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Cambridge MP backs youth empowerment with Inspire 2 Ignite
On Friday, 22 November, Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner attended a special drop-in event for young people hosted by Inspire 2 Ignite at The Junction, Cambridge. Activities included a DJ workshop, where participants aged 12-24 learnt the basics of music mixing. The session also featured Curious Conversation Blocks, interactive tools designed to spark meaningful discussions, and a presentation by…
Groundbreaking battery startup Molyon raises $4.6 million to create a new future for sustainable batteries
Molyon, a spinout from the University of Cambridge, is specialising in high-energy-density lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries with improved performance, more earth-abundant materials, and resilient supply chains.
Park Street car and cycle park opens following major redevelopment by council
Cambridge City Council’s new Park Street car and cycle park will open at 1pm on Tuesday 26 November, following the closure in 2022 of the former Park Street car park to enable major redevelopment on the site.
Study finds 90% of drink spiking goes unreported
Research was carried out by the charity Drinkaware and forensics experts at ARU.
Possible colon cancer vaccine target uncovered in bacteria
Higher rates of certain cancers in countries, such as the UK, may be linked to two particular strains of bacteria. Targeting these with treatments or vaccines could help reduce the risk of colorectal, bladder, and prostate cancers.
The future of digital transformation - new white paper from Jason Mashinchi
Read about the AI revolution empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to drive growth, efficiency, and lasting resilience in a rapidly evolving economy.
Consultations launched on new development guidance documents
This is a joint release on behalf of Cambridge City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council, and the Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service. Residents of Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire can now influence the quality of future developments by having their say on three new and important planning documents.
Kimbolton School named one of the ‘Top 100 Schools for Cricket’
Kimbolton School, Cambridgeshire, has been named in The Cricketer magazine’s prestigious ‘Schools Guide 2025’, ranking in the ‘Top 100 Senior Schools for Cricket’. This accolade highlights the school’s dedication to nurturing talent, promoting sportsmanship and fostering a love for cricket (and wider sport) within its curriculum and extracurricular programs.
Hamillroad continues global expansion of Bellissima DMS with Flexoplates in Greece
Hamillroad Software, a pioneer in advanced flexographic and lithographic screening solutions, is proud to announce that Flexoplates in Greece have become the latest Trade Shop to adopt Bellissima DMS, contributing to the technology’s expanding global reach, delivering groundbreaking benefits to printers and brands worldwide.
ARU graduate’s book is a big hit in the Big Apple
Created in Cambridge, Thea’s children’s book is honoured by New York Times.
Season's greetings from the Cambridge Network team
'Tis the season to celebrate the vibrant connections that define Cambridge Network!
District Council helps fund an accessible map for people with sight loss to explore and enjoy a charity garden
A map is being designed for people with sight loss to enjoy visits to the peaceful haven of a two-acre charity garden in Sawston thanks to community funding.
Respected family law Partner joins Cambridge office
Leading law firm Howes Percival has confirmed the appointment of well-respected family law Partner, Chris Allen-Jones to its team in Cambridge.
Nurses deserve biggest thanks at Christmas – survey
Casualty and Call The Midwife stars top UK poll of favourite TV nurses and midwives.
Cambridge to trial 5G technology with Connecting Cambridgeshire’s CORE project
Cambridge is set to experience the next generation of mobile technology as the Cambridgeshire Open RAN Ecosystem (CORE) project, led by Connecting Cambridgeshire, begins trials of an advanced 5G Open RAN network early next year.
Spiderman visit is Christmas cracker for young
Supporters and staff at Addenbrooke’s are conjuring up a host of magical surprises for children in hospital this Christmas.
Happy Christmas East Anglia spectacular
“We’re down to the last few tickets, so my advice to anyone still hoping to come along would be to act fast and snap them up before they disappear” - comedian, actor and writer Omid Djalili is joining the cast of Happy Christmas East AngliaAward-winning comedian, actor and writer Omid Djalili has been added to the line-up for this year’s Happy Christmas East Anglia spectacular.
bit.bio raises $30 Million led by M&G Investments
bit.bio raises $30 Million led by M&G Investments to focus on tools for the research, drug discovery and cell therapy markets.
Four new modular homes at Joy’s Corner ready to welcome residents moving away from homelessness
Four new modular homes at Joy’s Corner in Cambridge are now ready to welcome people who have experienced rough sleeping and are ready to make the move into their own safe and comfortable space, with the benefit of having a fixed address.
Cambridge Index falls 0.7%
The Cambridge Index dropped 152.2 points or 0.7% to close at 21,517.6, as four out of the top ten index heavyweights posted weekly losses in their share price.