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while computers might eventually be able to do most tasks, humans would continue to hold the comparative advantage in three key domains: creativity, complex social interactions, and interaction with unstructured environments (such as your home).

Expert Comment: Jobs will be automated, but not because of the latest Generative AI

Artificial Intelligence
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Solar and wind can provide more energy than British forecasts

Wind and solar power could significantly exceed Britain’s energy needs

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Generative AI is expected to represent a step forward from ongoing AI/automation initiatives

Generative AI could transform work; boosting productivity and democratising innovation

Artificial Intelligence
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• 17% of the overall electorate comprise this ‘Family Fortunes Voters’ group - a quarter of over 40s and 19% of over 60s

Older 'Family Fortunes Voters' influenced by financial struggles of younger relatives

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When it gets too hot to work, people lose income, which means households may struggle to afford to buy food. This is experienced more in countries with vulnerable and informal work patterns – especially agriculture

Heat can cause rapid food insecurity in days, says Oxford research

Climate
Environment
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The Oxford study used well-being data from nearly a million people across 72 countries over 12 years and harnessed actual individual usage data from millions of Facebook users worldwide to investigate the impact of Facebook on well-being.

No evidence linking Facebook adoption and negative well-being

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West African archaeology to benefit from partnership of Oxford School of Archaeology and Museum of West African Art

West African archaeology to benefit from partnership of Oxford School of Archaeology and Museum of West African Art.

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The aqueduct at Pont du Gard

What did the Romans do for us? Aqueducts and the art of Roman water management

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New Museum of Climate Hope trail in Oxford: Journeying back in time can help us understand our planet’s future

Arts
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Founded in 1902, the British Academy is the UK’s national academy for the humanities and social sciences

Twelve Oxford academics elected 2023 British Academy Fellows

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