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Meera Mehta among โ€˜outstanding researchersโ€™ awarded Philip Leverhulme Prizes Professor Meera Mehta, Trinity Fellow and Associate Professor of Inorganic Chemistry, is among four Oxford University researchers who have been selected from over 350 nominations to receive one ofโ€ฆ

Professor Meera Mehta, Trinity Fellow and Associate Professor of Inorganic Chemistry, is among four Oxford University researchers who have been selected from over 350 nominations to receive a 2025 Philip Leverhulme Prize.

www.trinity.ox.ac.uk/news/meera-m...

29.10.2025 18:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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There are so many clubs and societies to dive into at Trinity...here are our wild swimmers taking the plunge at Port Meadow earlier this term.

29.10.2025 10:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Join us at Trinity on Tuesday, 11 November, at 5.30pm, to hear eminent statistician David Spiegelhalter explore some essential qualities for navigating our uncertain age.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Book tickets: www.ticketsoxford.com/events/david...

28.10.2025 08:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Our beautiful, ivy-clad Porter's Lodge ๐Ÿ’™ ๐Ÿ’›

#Autumn2025

27.10.2025 08:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Sunrise hitting the chapel this morning ๐ŸŒ…

Thanks to our Head Gardener, Kate Burtonwood, for the beautiful photo

#sunrise #oxfordcollege

10.10.2025 07:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 36    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Our 2025/26 Events at Trinity season is here! ๐ŸŽ‰ Join us for thought-provoking topical talks, inspiring musical performances, & guided tours of Trinity's famous gardens.

Explore the full programme and book now: buff.ly/bTGPhgf

05.10.2025 10:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
double rainbow arcs across a cloudy sky above Trinity college's Garden Quad, viewed from a wide gravel path leading through a green lawn and gardens bordered by trees.

double rainbow arcs across a cloudy sky above Trinity college's Garden Quad, viewed from a wide gravel path leading through a green lawn and gardens bordered by trees.

How's this for an early morning view after the downpour? Thanks to our gardens team member Aaron for capturing college looking so atmospheric!

11.09.2025 09:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Professorial Titles for Melanie Rupflin and Sam Vinko Trinity College congratulates Melanie Rupflin and Sam Vinko, who have been awarded the titles ofย Professor of Mathematics and Professor of Physicsย in the Universityโ€™s Recognition of Distinction awards...

Big congratulations to our two newest full professors Melanie Rupflin and Sam Vinko, who have been awarded the titles of Professor of Mathematics and Professor of Physics in the Universityโ€™s Recognition of Distinction awards for 2025!
www.trinity.ox.ac.uk/news/profess...

29.08.2025 12:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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New ยฃ13m Nuclear Programme to Boost UK Energy Security An Oxford University team co-led by Trinity Fellow Dong Liu is to play a key role in a major new programme which aims to transform the lifecycle of graphite in nuclear energy - an essential material f...

New! research from our Tutorial Fellow Dong Liu and
@oxengsci.bsky.social

#ENLIGHT programme will boost UK energy security and cut waste by designing sustainable, high-performance graphite for next-gen reactors.

#NetZero #CleanEnergy

Read more ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป tinyurl.com/9b3bcahb

20.08.2025 13:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Dphil graduate Ngoni in gown and mortarboard stands with family and friends in front of the ornate wooden door of the Bodleian Library, Oxford. The group is smiling and dressed for the occasion, with one guest holding a baby.

Dphil graduate Ngoni in gown and mortarboard stands with family and friends in front of the ornate wooden door of the Bodleian Library, Oxford. The group is smiling and dressed for the occasion, with one guest holding a baby.

Dphil graduate Ngoni in red and blue academic gown and white bow tie smiles while leaning on a stone feature in Trinity Collegeโ€™s Garden Quad. A golden sandstone college building is visible in the background.

Dphil graduate Ngoni in red and blue academic gown and white bow tie smiles while leaning on a stone feature in Trinity Collegeโ€™s Garden Quad. A golden sandstone college building is visible in the background.

Dphil graduate Ngoni in formal attire and red and blue academic gown stands on a lawn in front of Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s iron gates and flower beds, smiling with one hand in his pocket.

Dphil graduate Ngoni in formal attire and red and blue academic gown stands on a lawn in front of Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s iron gates and flower beds, smiling with one hand in his pocket.

We love it when our recent graduates come back for their official graduation ceremonies... Especially when it's one of our former Junior Deans and MCR legends coming back to formally become a Doctor! Congratulations to Ngoni on officially receiving his DPhil in Engineering Science!!!

23.07.2025 09:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Promotional poster for Trinity College Open Gardens, part of the National Open Garden Scheme. The event is on Sunday 3 August from 11am to 3pm. Admission: Adults ยฃ8, Children Free. The design includes the NGS logo, photos of vibrant summer flowers and college gardens, and a color palette of blues, golds, and greens.

Promotional poster for Trinity College Open Gardens, part of the National Open Garden Scheme. The event is on Sunday 3 August from 11am to 3pm. Admission: Adults ยฃ8, Children Free. The design includes the NGS logo, photos of vibrant summer flowers and college gardens, and a color palette of blues, golds, and greens.

We are opening our doors for an Open Garden Day with @ngsopengardens.bsky.social and can't wait to show off our grounds! Join us 3 August: ngs.org.uk/gardens/trin...

22.07.2025 11:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Bright orange-red trumpet vine flowers in full bloom arch over a wrought-iron gate at Trinity College Oxford, framing a view of a yellow sandstone building and courtyard bench under a sunny blue sky.

Bright orange-red trumpet vine flowers in full bloom arch over a wrought-iron gate at Trinity College Oxford, framing a view of a yellow sandstone building and courtyard bench under a sunny blue sky.

A wrought-iron gate covered in trumpet vine opens to a view of Trinity Collegeโ€™s garden path, with lush flower borders, manicured lawns, and distant historic buildings under a dramatic sky of sunshine and clouds.

A wrought-iron gate covered in trumpet vine opens to a view of Trinity Collegeโ€™s garden path, with lush flower borders, manicured lawns, and distant historic buildings under a dramatic sky of sunshine and clouds.

It's that time of year again... our campsis trumpet vine is in full bloom and loving the dry, sunny weather!

21.07.2025 10:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Panoramic photo of female staff gathered inside Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s historic dining hall, seated and standing along the walls and windows. The group is dressed in bright, colour-coordinated clothing, creating a vibrant contrast against the pale blue walls, stained glass windows, and dark wood paneling.

Panoramic photo of female staff gathered inside Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s historic dining hall, seated and standing along the walls and windows. The group is dressed in bright, colour-coordinated clothing, creating a vibrant contrast against the pale blue walls, stained glass windows, and dark wood paneling.

Our dining hall transformation this year continues! Thanks to the wonderful photographer Fran Monks we have a new portrait greeting everyone who comes into our dining hall - it's an all-female take on the traditional Victorian portrait style, and we think the colours and composition are brilliant!

17.07.2025 11:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Two students walk through Trinity College's chapel arch.

Two students walk through Trinity College's chapel arch.

We are looking for a Career Development Fellow in ancient History - could it be you? If you'd like a mixture of research and teaching supported by a fantastic community of colleagues with access to great facilities and the best hall food in Oxford, consider applying: www.trinity.ox.ac.uk/vacancies

16.07.2025 07:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Bride and groom Laura and Conor walking hand in hand down the aisle of Trinity College chapel, surrounded by guests and ornate wooden panelling. A priest stands smiling at the altar behind them beneath decorative carvings and a stained-glass window.

Bride and groom Laura and Conor walking hand in hand down the aisle of Trinity College chapel, surrounded by guests and ornate wooden panelling. A priest stands smiling at the altar behind them beneath decorative carvings and a stained-glass window.

Bride and groom Laura and Conor stand together under an archway of vibrant red trumpet vine flowers in Trinity College gardens, smiling at each other on their wedding day.

Bride and groom Laura and Conor stand together under an archway of vibrant red trumpet vine flowers in Trinity College gardens, smiling at each other on their wedding day.

Bride and groom Laura and Conor walk arm in arm through Trinity Collegeโ€™s Garden Quad, smiling at each other. The bride wears a white gown and the groom a black suit with a boutonniรจre, with college buildings softly blurred in the background.

Bride and groom Laura and Conor walk arm in arm through Trinity Collegeโ€™s Garden Quad, smiling at each other. The bride wears a white gown and the groom a black suit with a boutonniรจre, with college buildings softly blurred in the background.

ride and groom Laura and Conor smiling as they cut a floral-decorated wedding cake together in Trinity College's historic dining hall. Guests sit at long tables in the background, beneath large oil portraits and a high ceiling.

ride and groom Laura and Conor smiling as they cut a floral-decorated wedding cake together in Trinity College's historic dining hall. Guests sit at long tables in the background, beneath large oil portraits and a high ceiling.

HUGE congratulations to our former student and colleague Laura Cox for her wedding on Saturday, which looks like a fantastic (if toasty) occasion full of love and celebration! we wish her and her husband Conor (also a Trinity MCR graduate) so much happiness in their marriage! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿ’โค๏ธ

14.07.2025 10:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
View of Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s Jackson Building on a sunny day, with a foreground of wildflowers in bloom, including clusters of purple thistles and yellow blossoms. The sky is bright blue with a few scattered clouds.

View of Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s Jackson Building on a sunny day, with a foreground of wildflowers in bloom, including clusters of purple thistles and yellow blossoms. The sky is bright blue with a few scattered clouds.

Good morning! The dry and sunny weather hasn't dented the growth in our wildflower meadow, but a bit of rain overnight will have done it some good...

08.07.2025 09:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Promotional graphic for Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s Virtual Open Day. On the right, three students smile and eat pizza indoors, with one wearing a patterned dress and headscarf holding a pizza box. On the left, bold text reads 'Join our Virtual Open Day' with the Trinity College crest above.

Promotional graphic for Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s Virtual Open Day. On the right, three students smile and eat pizza indoors, with one wearing a patterned dress and headscarf holding a pizza box. On the left, bold text reads 'Join our Virtual Open Day' with the Trinity College crest above.

And that's a wrap on our first two in-person Open Days!

And if you couldn't join us in person, or just want a bit more time to discover for yourself what life and study in college is like, we have good news: our *new* Virtual Open Day is live! visit www.trinity.ox.ac.uk/virtual-open-day

03.07.2025 15:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A murmuration of birds in flight forms the silhouette of a personโ€™s upper body against a pale evening sky, with tree tops in the foreground and a crescent moon visible above.

A murmuration of birds in flight forms the silhouette of a personโ€™s upper body against a pale evening sky, with tree tops in the foreground and a crescent moon visible above.

A squirrel stretches down from a stone edge to drink from a still body of water, with its body extended and tail raised for balance. Grass grows at the top edge of the stone embankment.

A squirrel stretches down from a stone edge to drink from a still body of water, with its body extended and tail raised for balance. Grass grows at the top edge of the stone embankment.

We are so proud that TWO of our college members won prizes in the @oxfordenvsust Sustainability Photographer of the Year awards! Congratulations to staff member Sara Reevell and MCR student Lars Bathe-Peters for capturing this year's theme 'It made me think'!
www.trinity.ox.ac.uk/news/sustain...

02.07.2025 07:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Three staff members seated at a formal dinner in Trinity College dining hall smiling as one takes a selfie with a smartphone. The long table is set with wine glasses, folded napkins, and plated rolls.

Three staff members seated at a formal dinner in Trinity College dining hall smiling as one takes a selfie with a smartphone. The long table is set with wine glasses, folded napkins, and plated rolls.

Trinity Senior Tutor Rebecca Bullard stands with her arm around Honorary Fellow Doyin Atewologun during the garden party leaving drinks for the President.

Trinity Senior Tutor Rebecca Bullard stands with her arm around Honorary Fellow Doyin Atewologun during the garden party leaving drinks for the President.

Trinity President Hilary Boulding stands laughing and holding glasses of prosecco with a college Fellow during a garden drinks reception at Trinity College, surrounded by a crowd of other attendees.

Trinity President Hilary Boulding stands laughing and holding glasses of prosecco with a college Fellow during a garden drinks reception at Trinity College, surrounded by a crowd of other attendees.

Five female members of staff dressed in colourful dresses and holding champagne flutes pose for a group photo in front of a Trinity College event marquee on a summer lawn.

Five female members of staff dressed in colourful dresses and holding champagne flutes pose for a group photo in front of a Trinity College event marquee on a summer lawn.

Last Friday we held a leaving banquet for our President Dame Hilary Boulding, who has led the College with vision and energy and deserved a proper celebration and thank you from staff & fellows. While the weather was toasty, it's safe to say everyone who came enjoyed this very special evening!

01.07.2025 09:47 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Trinity Retains Beyond Gold in Sustainability Awards For the second year in a row Trinity College has been awarded a Green Impact Beyond Gold award from the University for its efforts to make college a more sustainable place to live and work. Beyond Gol...

We are so proud to have earned 'Beyond Gold' for the second year in a row at the University's Green Impact awards!! Thank you to all the teams in College who have helped us continue to make Trinity a sustainable place to live and work!
www.trinity.ox.ac.uk/news/trinity...

27.06.2025 09:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Oxford Hosts Inspiring Science Days for Local Primary Schools Trinity joined with Oxfordโ€™s Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division to welcome enthusiastic Year 5 students from local UK state primary schools for two days packed with exciting, han...

Read more about this fantastic day of collaborative effort: www.trinity.ox.ac.uk/news/oxford-...

25.06.2025 09:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Science presenter in a blue lab coat ignites a dramatic white flame emerging from a large plastic bottle during a live chemistry demonstration in Trinity's auditorium. A table nearby holds flasks, bottles, and lab materials.

Science presenter in a blue lab coat ignites a dramatic white flame emerging from a large plastic bottle during a live chemistry demonstration in Trinity's auditorium. A table nearby holds flasks, bottles, and lab materials.

Presenter in a blue lab coat holds up a large water container during a science show in Trinity Collegeโ€™s de Jager Auditorium, with young students watching from the audience. A projected image of the Radcliffe Camera is visible on screen behind.

Presenter in a blue lab coat holds up a large water container during a science show in Trinity Collegeโ€™s de Jager Auditorium, with young students watching from the audience. A projected image of the Radcliffe Camera is visible on screen behind.

Close-up of a white table set up for a chemistry activity, with bundles of litmus or indicator paper in various colours and empty glass flasks arranged in rows.

Close-up of a white table set up for a chemistry activity, with bundles of litmus or indicator paper in various colours and empty glass flasks arranged in rows.

Last week we took part in a fantastic event with our partners in @mplsoxford.bsky.socialโ€ฌ to welcome a group of Year 5 students from local state primary schools for two days packed with exciting, hands-on scientific workshops as part of the Oxford Twinning Project!

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿงช๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿงฎ

25.06.2025 09:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Students Recognised for Enhancing College Life at Trinity Postgraduate Jack Warburton and undergraduate Isabelle Mooreย have been given awards for their contribution to the life of the college and JCR.

Read more about these students and their awards: www.trinity.ox.ac.uk/news/student...

24.06.2025 08:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Side by side headshots of Jack Warburton against a grey background and Isabelle Moore standing in front of a wooden arched door.

Side by side headshots of Jack Warburton against a grey background and Isabelle Moore standing in front of a wooden arched door.

Congratulations to two of our fantastic students who make Trinity such a welcoming and vibrant community: our MCR member and Junior Dean Jack Warburton has won the Stirling Boyd Prize and JCR student Isabelle Moore was voted the David Evers Prize winner by her peers!

24.06.2025 08:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Sunlight streaming through bright green leaves in the foreground, with a view of Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s historic Front Quad building and stone windows partially visible behind the foliage.

Sunlight streaming through bright green leaves in the foreground, with a view of Trinity College Oxfordโ€™s historic Front Quad building and stone windows partially visible behind the foliage.

Monday morning sunlight this morning in College - it's quieter now term is over but still lots going on as we prepare to welcome our summer school students and other summer visitors!

23.06.2025 10:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Black and white photograph of an outdoor theatre production titled Susannah and the Elders, performed at Trinity College in June 1948. The cast, dressed in biblical-style robes, is spread across a grassy stage area, with some seated and others standing, framed by tall trees in the background.

Black and white photograph of an outdoor theatre production titled Susannah and the Elders, performed at Trinity College in June 1948. The cast, dressed in biblical-style robes, is spread across a grassy stage area, with some seated and others standing, framed by tall trees in the background.

It's the last day of 8th week and the end of all the official events of term, so we are going back in time to share a photo of James Bridieโ€™s โ€˜Susannah and the Eldersโ€™ performed in College in June 1948. This is the earliest photograph that we have of a Trinity Players production!

20.06.2025 11:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Overhead view of a circle of people at Trinity College MCR Garden Party, all reaching their arms into the center to show off colourful temporary tattoos on their forearms and hands

Overhead view of a circle of people at Trinity College MCR Garden Party, all reaching their arms into the center to show off colourful temporary tattoos on their forearms and hands

A group of eight friends pose outdoors at Trinity Collegeโ€™s Garden Party, smiling through a decorated yellow photo frame with pink flowers, set in front of a leafy green backdrop

A group of eight friends pose outdoors at Trinity Collegeโ€™s Garden Party, smiling through a decorated yellow photo frame with pink flowers, set in front of a leafy green backdrop

Four students pose together inside a large yellow photo frame at the Trinity College Garden Party 2025. Two stand behind, while the front two hold the frame and smile, one with food and the other with face glitter.

Four students pose together inside a large yellow photo frame at the Trinity College Garden Party 2025. Two stand behind, while the front two hold the frame and smile, one with food and the other with face glitter.

Three smiling students pose inside a large yellow decorative photo frame labelled 'Trinity Garden Party 2025,' held in front of them under a marquee tent.

Three smiling students pose inside a large yellow decorative photo frame labelled 'Trinity Garden Party 2025,' held in front of them under a marquee tent.

Our lovely MCR held their summer garden party at the weekend, and thanks to lots of great food, live music and perfect weather a great time was had by all!

18.06.2025 09:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A black and white photo from 1890 of the entrance and staircase to the Trinity College President's Lodgings, with portraits going up the stairs.

A black and white photo from 1890 of the entrance and staircase to the Trinity College President's Lodgings, with portraits going up the stairs.

A black and white photograph of the Trinity College President's Lodgings from June 2025.

A black and white photograph of the Trinity College President's Lodgings from June 2025.

Spot the difference! Then vs Now in college.... our President's Lodgings from the 1890s and again this week as we had some photos taken for our archives before our outgoing President departs!

12.06.2025 08:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Close up of the inside of a purple poppy in bloom, with light yellow centre. It site in the middle of the wildflower garden at Trinity, surrounded by lots of white daisies and other flowers.

Close up of the inside of a purple poppy in bloom, with light yellow centre. It site in the middle of the wildflower garden at Trinity, surrounded by lots of white daisies and other flowers.

The bees are absolutely loving our gardens and especially our flower meadow at the moment! Can you spot the purple poppy pollinator?...

11.06.2025 07:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Our Professorial Fellow @janinadill.bsky.social has given insight to #BBCInDepth in its reporting on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza - read below!

10.06.2025 10:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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