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Why is essay-writing an important skill for anyone?
Essay writing is one of the most essential academic skills for college students in the United States.
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Milton Keynes residents share their best money-saving tips for 2026
Living in Milton Keynes comes with its own set of financial challenges, but residents are sharing their savvy tips to make life more affordable.
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Predictive analytics in personal finance applications
Personal finance apps evolved far beyond simple expense trackers.
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Financial decision-making in strategy games like Civilization
In strategy games, every move counts – especially when it comes to managing resources.
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Is our culture losing its edginess?
Art used to come with a warning label. Movies made people walk out, video games stirred controversy, and comedians could drop a joke and split a room. And that was the point. Being edgy meant something.
Local Business
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Local Business
Local business news from in and around Milton Keynes!
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MKFM Welcomes Team Stony Tennis as a new advertiser
How Team Stony Tennis is transforming the game at Stony Stratford.
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MKFM Welcomes Gravity as a new advertiser
Gravity Active Entertainment Milton Keynes is a leading leisure and entertainment venue, offering exciting attractions, children's parties, and family experiences for guests of all ages.
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Serve into summer: 26 years of unforgettable tennis camps at Stony Stratford
Summer is just around the corner, and Team Stony Tennis Camps are back for their 26th extraordinary year.
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MKFM Welcomes Milton Keynes Rugby Club to our Business Club
Milton Keynes Rugby Club combines more than 150 years of rugby heritage with a modern, community-focused approach.
Local News
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Tell us your story
MKFM always wants to hear your stories about your city.
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Milton Keynes cafe The Green Room launches a tasty new summer menu
Wolverton's independent cafe The Green Room is hoping to tickle even more tastebuds with the launch of a tempting new menu.
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Passionate times in Milton Keynes with the return of The Car Man
Matthew Bourne’s award-winning dance thriller The Car Man will return to Milton Keynes Theatre next month.
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Woburn Safari Park mourns the loss of two beloved animals
Woburn Safari Park has shared some sad news today, with the announcement that two much-loved animals have been put to sleep.
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Milton Keynes residents invited to 'Wear what makes you smile' for Team Henry
This Thursday, schools, businesses, and residents across MK are being urged to ditch their uniforms, suits, and everyday attire to break out whatever clothes bring a genuine smile to their face.
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Long-planned replacement of leisure centre lift in Milton Keynes moves forward
Serco is now progressing the procurement process to replace the broken lift at Bletchley Leisure Centre.
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Turning up the volume at Milton Keynes University Hospital
The power of music should never be underestimated, and patients at Milton Keynes University Hospital are benefiting from the sound-sations, thanks to a wonderful donation.
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PACT hosts a free in-person adoption information event in Milton Keynes
Parents And Children Together (PACT) is inviting individuals and couples to attend one of its upcoming in-person adoption information events in MK to learn more about the adoption process.
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Milton Keynes-based Acorn Nurseries announces closure after 40 years
Emberton-based Acorn Nurseries has been rooted in the local community for decades, but owners Stephen Burchmore and Ian Pretty have announced that the end is nigh.
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Milton Keynes residents urged to 'leave the car at home' when watching the World Cup
A Milton Keynes bus operator is urging local people to leave the car at home and get home safely after watching England and Scotland compete in football’s World Cup.
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Worktree calls for volunteers to inspire young people at Milton Keynes careers events
Milton Keynes employability charity Worktree is calling on local professionals to volunteer at a series of careers events taking place in schools across Milton Keynes this summer.
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Milton Keynes wildlife group celebrates its half century
The North Bucks Local Group of the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) will celebrate its half century birthday on Wednesday.
MK Dons News
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MK Dons earn goalless draw against Newport County
Milton Keynes Dons earned a 0-0 draw against Newport County in new manager Paul Warne's first match in charge of the team.
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MK Dons pick up vital three points in 1-0 win over Walsall
Milton Keynes Dons picked up their second win of the 2024-25 season, defeating Walsall Town 1-0 at Stadium MK.
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MK Dons land Kane Thompson-Sommers on Deadline Day
Milton Keynes Dons have completed the signing of midfielder Kane Thompson-Sommers from National League side Halifax Town for an undisclosed fee.
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Time for MK Dons to get season on track
It's been a difficult start to the 2024-25 season for Milton Keynes Dons, who desperately need to get their season on track this weekend.
MK Breakers Basketball Club News
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MK Breakers in search of double playoff glory
Milton Keynes Breakers will be taking over Manchester this weekend, as both our senior teams head north looking to make history in two Playoff Finals at the National Basketball Performance Centre.
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Breakers win thriller in Hemel to reach third straight playoff final
Milton Keynes Breakers reached their third Playoff Final in as many years as they overcame Hemel Storm 85-86 in front of a sold out crowd in Hertfordshire.
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Breakers advance to Playoff Semi-Finals
Milton Keynes Breakers progressed into the Semi-Finals of the NBL 1 Play-Offs with a gritty win over Loughborough Riders at Bletchley Leisure Centre.
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Breakers face play off double header
Milton Keynes Breakers begin their NBL 1 Playoff campaign this weekend as they welcome Loughborough Riders to Bletchley Leisure Centre on Saturday afternoon. Tip-Off is scheduled for 5pm.
Latest Travel
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Travel - Contact Us
MKFM is always on the ball for local travel
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This week's roadworks in Milton Keynes
Starting today, Milton Keynes City Council will be carrying out roadworks on some sections in the following areas.
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Travel News (LIVE MAP)
MKFM provides a comprehensive local travel news service for Milton Keynes both on air and here on our website. Use our interactive map to see the latest incidents in our area.
MK Jobs
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MK Jobs
Are you seeking a new career in Milton Keynes? Take a look at current vacancies that our partners have.
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The Parks Trust
Do you want to make a difference to Milton Keynes’ green spaces and communities?
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Intercargo Logistics
Intercargo Logistics are looking for a Sales Manager.
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Stadium MK
Stadium MK currently have a wide range of jobs available to join their varied teams. Find out more information about the roles and how to apply here...
Technology in MK with BizTech
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Why is marketing essential for tech companies?
The tech landscape is constantly evolving and expanding, and growth is a recurring challenge for businesses in this sector.
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Five ways technology can help small businesses grow
Can you imagine life without technology? It is everywhere – in homes, public places, and offices.
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What is blockchain technology and how can it benefit businesses
Of the many technological advances of the past few decades, Blockchain technology is one of the few that have the most potential to revolutionise businesses across all industries.
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What is Google Bard - The latest AI chatbot that is the talk of the town
Next-generation AI chatbots have dominated the tech scene in the past few years. And for good reason.
MK Lightning News
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Pete Russell makes stunning MK Lightning return
Milton Keynes Lightning have announced that Pete Russell has agreed to a stunning return to the club following Tim Wallace's recent departure.
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Czech forward Tomas Kana makes MK Lightning return
The Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced that Czech forward Tomas Kana will return to the club next season.
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Lewis Clifford comments on MK Lightning recruitment ahead of 2020/21 season
Lewis Clifford, head coach of the Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning, provided comment on recruitment for the team's new season.
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Defenceman Lewis Christie returns for eleventh season with MK Lightning
The Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced that defenceman Lewis Christie will be back for another season with the club.
National News
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Jeremy Clarkson reveals 'aggressive' cancer diagnosis
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he has cancer.
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Trump's gone rogue and left Netanyahu a horrendous choice
Israeli diplomacy has just thumped into a big problem.
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Body found in search for 23-year-old Briton who went missing while swimming in sea off Portugal
A body has been found after a British man went missing while swimming in the sea in Portugal last week.
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What we know about Russian warship that fired warning shots in English Channel
A Russia warship fired warning shots at a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel in an incident that has intensified national security concerns.
Showbiz
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Jeremy Clarkson reveals 'aggressive' cancer diagnosis
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he has cancer.
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Naomi Campbell asks for 'respect' at hearing to appeal her charity ban
Naomi Campbell says she had been "deceived" as she gave evidence to appeal a five-year ban on being a charity trustee.
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Trailblazing investigative reporter Roger Cook dies
Roger Cook, the pioneering investigative reporter who built a career confronting criminals face-to-face on camera and challenging them on their own doorstep, has died aged 83.
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US musician Oliver Tree believed to be among six dead in mid-air helicopter crash in Brazil
US musician Oliver Tree is believed to be among six people dead after a mid-air collision between two helicopters in Rio de Janeiro.
Sport
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World Cup 2026: Iran the most oppressed team at tournament, says coach Amir Ghalenoei after opening game vs New Zealand
Iran have hit out at their treatment in the United States, with their head coach Amir Ghalenoei saying his team are the "most oppressed" at the World Cup.
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Joe Root says 'there isn't a drinking culture' in England team and feels there is no need for alcohol ban after Ben Stokes nightclub incident
Joe Root says "there isn't a drinking culture" in the England team and feels there is no need for an alcohol ban after Ben Stokes breached team protocols following the nightclub incident that has left his Test future in the balance.
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Today at Royal Ascot: Arc hero Daryz faces Ombudsman in blockbuster Prince of Wales' Stakes
Daryz and Ombudsman face off in a sensational renewal of the Prince of Wales' Stakes at Royal Ascot.
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Cristiano Ronaldo: What World Cup records could Portugal's captain claim in his sixth and final tournament?
Very rarely in life do we get an opportunity to say goodbye in real time.
Strange News
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Wild black bear captured in Japan after multi-day hunt through major city
Japanese authorities have captured a bear following a multi-day search that saw nearly 100 schools close.
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Viral 'Donald Trump' buffalo spared from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh
A viral buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" for its blond tuft has been spared from Eid al-Adha sacrifice after a last-minute government intervention.
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Cheese-rolling legend beaten by German YouTuber
The Gloucestershire cheese rolling contest's most successful ever competitor has been beaten by a German YouTuber.
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Driver filmed with football net on top of car
Police say a driver made an "own goal" by dangerously driving with an unsecured football net on top of their car.
Videos
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Social media ban would have stopped me quitting, says Jess Phillips
Jess Phillips says she would not have resigned if Sir Keir Starmer had announced an under-16s social media ban earlier.
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Stuff Matters... because boring stuff is often actually tremendously interesting
How did the light-emitting diode change the world? And, come to mention it, might it perversely actually prompt us to puff more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere?
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Threat of social media ban jolted tech giants into action before it was even announced
Roblox has revealed new safety measures, just as the government announces it will ban under-16s from social media and potentially some gaming platforms… like Roblox.
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Ebola: Largest ever outbreak of rare strain 'likely even greater' – and the 'first line of defence' has collapsed
The number of Ebola infections in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is likely far higher than official figures, Oxfam has warned, due to lack of clean water and sanitation.
Business
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Union seeks pension guarantees amid Thames Water crisis | Mark Kleinman blog
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Thames Water rescue in peril as government opposes 'weak' deal
Cash-strapped Thames Water is again facing down the prospect of being placed in temporary public ownership after the government raised objections to a proposed £10bn rescue by its lenders.
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Former Microsoft chief Barclay joins British fintech unicorn Zilch
One of Britain's leading fintech unicorns will this week name Microsoft's former UK boss to its board as it continues to seek acquisition targets ahead of an eventual public listing.
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Shares of Elon Musk's SpaceX soar past Amazon
Shares of Elon Musk's SpaceX soared more than 14% on Tuesday, lifting its value higher than Amazon and briefly Microsoft just days after its debut.
Technology
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Threat of social media ban jolted tech giants into action before it was even announced
Roblox has revealed new safety measures, just as the government announces it will ban under-16s from social media and potentially some gaming platforms… like Roblox.
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'Horses**t': Campaigners and government reject claims of forced Dartmoor pony 'cull'
A row has broken out over the future of Dartmoor's ponies, with warnings livestock owners may be forced to cull them to hit biodiversity goals.
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Stuff Matters... because boring stuff is often actually tremendously interesting
How did the light-emitting diode change the world? And, come to mention it, might it perversely actually prompt us to puff more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere?
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Anthropic withdraws access to powerful AI model after US government order
Anthropic has withdrawn its powerful Fable 5 model after the US government ordered the company to revoke access to all foreign nationals.
MKFM Reviews
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MKFM Reviews
You can find out where the MKFM team have been recently and the places we recommend in Milton Keynes.
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MKFM review: Operation Mincemeat
It’s the wartime operation that helped to defeat Hitler. A new musical, Operation Mincemeat shows how it happened, says MKFM’s Tom Johnston.
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MKFM review: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
The ‘Trocks’ give a masterclass in dance and delight, as MKFM’s Tom Johnston discovered.
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MKFM Review: Single White Female, Milton Keynes Theatre
Caroline could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (21/04) to see the highly-anticipated Single White Female and here is her full review...
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Local News
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Tell us your storyMKFM always wants to hear your stories about your city.
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Milton Keynes cafe The Green Room launches a tasty new summer menuWolverton's independent cafe The Green Room is hoping to tickle even more tastebuds with the launch of a tempting new menu.
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Passionate times in Milton Keynes with the return of The Car ManMatthew Bourne’s award-winning dance thriller The Car Man will return to Milton Keynes Theatre next month.
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Woburn Safari Park mourns the loss of two beloved animalsWoburn Safari Park has shared some sad news today, with the announcement that two much-loved animals have been put to sleep.
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Milton Keynes residents invited to 'Wear what makes you smile' for Team HenryThis Thursday, schools, businesses, and residents across MK are being urged to ditch their uniforms, suits, and everyday attire to break out whatever clothes bring a genuine smile to their face.
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Long-planned replacement of leisure centre lift in Milton Keynes moves forwardSerco is now progressing the procurement process to replace the broken lift at Bletchley Leisure Centre.
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Turning up the volume at Milton Keynes University HospitalThe power of music should never be underestimated, and patients at Milton Keynes University Hospital are benefiting from the sound-sations, thanks to a wonderful donation.
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PACT hosts a free in-person adoption information event in Milton KeynesParents And Children Together (PACT) is inviting individuals and couples to attend one of its upcoming in-person adoption information events in MK to learn more about the adoption process.
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Milton Keynes-based Acorn Nurseries announces closure after 40 yearsEmberton-based Acorn Nurseries has been rooted in the local community for decades, but owners Stephen Burchmore and Ian Pretty have announced that the end is nigh.
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Milton Keynes residents urged to 'leave the car at home' when watching the World CupA Milton Keynes bus operator is urging local people to leave the car at home and get home safely after watching England and Scotland compete in football’s World Cup.
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Worktree calls for volunteers to inspire young people at Milton Keynes careers eventsMilton Keynes employability charity Worktree is calling on local professionals to volunteer at a series of careers events taking place in schools across Milton Keynes this summer.
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Milton Keynes wildlife group celebrates its half centuryThe North Bucks Local Group of the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) will celebrate its half century birthday on Wednesday.
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