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Max (he/him) was formerly Environment News Editor and Climate Columnist at The Blue. He is in his final year studying History and Politics at Balliol.

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‘The New Climate War’: Michael E. Mann on how to fight the climate inactivists

by Max Spokes April 16, 2021April 16, 2021
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Seaspiracy lays bare our societal detachment from the natural world

by Max Spokes April 9, 2021April 9, 2021
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Climate anxiety and writing to cope: welcome to my column!

by Max Spokes April 2, 2021May 5, 2023
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Oxford report argues green Covid recovery is essential, but not yet underway

by Max Spokes March 10, 2021May 5, 2023
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Somerville College announces full fossil fuel divestment

by Max Spokes February 26, 2021May 5, 2023
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Oxford to host online European Reception

by Max Spokes February 26, 2021February 26, 2021
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City Council to invest £50m in retrofitting homes

by Max Spokes February 20, 2021May 5, 2023
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Oxford City Council awarded funding to decarbonise public buildings

by Max Spokes February 16, 2021May 5, 2023
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St John’s Occupation, one year on: college have “failed to keep their promises”, campaign says

by Max Spokes January 29, 2021July 18, 2021
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‘Greenwashing’ concerns over £100m INEOS donation for Oxford antimicrobial research

by Max Spokes January 23, 2021January 23, 2021

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Max Spokes Jun 20, 2026 5 min read
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Whimsical. Around a year ago, this word (and all its variations) sprouted roots on the internet. It somehow blossomed amidst the backdrop of heightened global…

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Max Spokes Jun 19, 2026 8 min read
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“All the courses add up to something, and by the time dessert comes, you know your meal is coming to an end. It’s bittersweet.”

Open Season: The Surprising French Open 

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The French Open threw up plenty of shocks, and not just on the court. Italian tennis is soaring, whilst disputes rumble over pay. Image in…

Goodwin Appearance Draws Protest at Union, foreshadowing Tommy Robinson Debate

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Matt Goodwin’s speech at the Oxford Union drew protestors from Oxford Stand Up to Racism, foreshadowing the demonstration at Tommy Robinson’s arrival. Image credit to…

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