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Screengrabs taken with permission from BBC Archives footage detailing the University of Reading's research into a potato-based treatment for skin burns

How Reading scientists used a potato to treat burn victims
University of Reading was Europe’s leading centre for research into genetically modified crops at the turn of the millennium, when its scientists turned their attention towards the healing properties of potatoes.

Officers believe this to be the body of missing man, Benjamin, 23, from Newbury.

Body found in woodland in search for missing man

What the new River Academy secondary school could look like once built. Credit: River Academy

New Reading secondary school plans progress in latest applications submitted

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More of your stunning snaps in Reading and the surrounding areas across the county

PAUL INCE QUOTES "Weak as ****": Every word from Reading FC manager after Rotherham United defeat

MATCH REPORT Reading FC hit for four by newly-promoted Rotherham United in heavy away defeat

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TEAM NEWS Mamadou Loum makes Championship debut for Reading FC against Rotherham United

Royal Mail, Ryanair, Network Rail, London Underground - full list of UK strikes in August. (PA)

Full list of worker's strikes in August and when they will affect you

There are few things to look out for in tyres when setting out in very hot temperatures (PA)

Drivers urged to make urgent check on cars this weekend amid Met Office warning

An impression made by neighbour Paul Wigmore of what the 5G mast might look like if built in Kidmore Road, Caversham. Credit: Paul Wigmore / image of 5G mast taken from Shutterstock. Inset Neighbours raise concerns with councillor Sue Kitchingham

Plans for 5G mast 'from War of the Worlds' rejected

Joel Sycamore and his red Vauxhall. Images via Swindon Advertiser

Dangerous driver spared jail after being cleared of causing friend's death

Trial set for man who allegedly prevented burial of man he is accused of murdering

Dried grass in Woodley photographed by Nathan Long

Drought declared in Reading after town fried by driest month in 150 years

Reading Festival 2021

Headliner replacing Rage Against The Machine at Reading Festival revealed

A woodland fire in Padworth Common on August 11

Firefighters still tackling woodland blaze almost 24 hours on

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Mother's moving tribute to 'beautiful boy' who was 'taken in such a cruel way'

Police warn of keyless car theft after car is stolen from private Reading driveway.

Police warn of keyless car thefts as car stolen from private driveway

Thunderstorms to hit Berkshire - here's when

Thunderstorms to hit Berkshire - here's when

Man, 32, ordered to do unpaid work after exposing genitals

Man, 32, ordered to do unpaid work after exposing genitals

A drought is expected to be declared in parts of the country today

Hosepipe ban 'ready to go' if drought declared

Eagle-eyed traffic officer saves life of dog on m4 near Hungerford

Eagle-eyed traffic officer saves life of dog on m4 near Hungerford

There will be a small number of road closures on the M4 over the weekend of August 12-14 (PA)

M4 road closures and diversions disrupting Berkshire drivers this weekend

MATCH PREVIEW Everything you need to know ahead of Reading FC's trip to Rotherham United

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MCINTYRE QUOTES "It takes the pressure off" Reading FC defender on being written off this season

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TOM MCINTYRE QUOTES "Happy memories" Reading FC defender on Rotherham United return after debut

PAUL INCE QUOTES "They will cause teams problems" Reading FC manager on Rotherham United test

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Emergency services scramble to control open fire in woodlands

Andy and Sandy Rose, owners of Two Hoots Cheese, and inset: Barkham Belle, which won two gold stars at the Great Taste Awards

'We didn't want to stop' say judges trying local cheesemaker's award-winner

A dog keeping cool in a heatwave lying on a bed with a fan and a cold towel on its head

Urgent plea to cancel vet visits in Reading amid heatwave

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Reading Festival headliner pulls out due to 'medical issue'

Cat rescued from burning building after crews scrambled to house fire

Cat rescued from burning building after crews scrambled to house fire

Victim named after fatal van collision amid ongoing murder probe

Police name man, 19, who died after van collision amid ongoing murder probe

Pictures of McIlroy Park, Tilehurst, where three fires in the open have taken place

Semi-ancient park left burnt and blackened by three wildfires

Background: Broadmead McDonald's, Bristol. Inset: A cigarette butt.

Huge court bill for Reading woman, 20, who dropped a cigarette outside McDonald's

Tim Wale, Managing Director of Tutts Clump Cider

Meet the farmer near Reading whose latest cider has just won a national award

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Changes to food bin collections coming to parts of Reading

McDonald's Monopoly start date is officially announced and its just weeks away (PA)

McDonald's Monopoly start date is officially announced and its just weeks away

Left, 'mess' left after an event in Christchurch Meadows and right, green waste, both issues in Reading which have been the subject of Freedom of Information requests. Credit: LDRS / Stock

Council slammed for lack of 'transparency' as delay to information requests worsen

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Meet the Reading FC fan who has stepped up after demise of club programmes

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INCE QUOTES "We're waiting" Reading FC line up Premier League defender in transfer window

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INCE QUOTES "He does jack****" Reading FC manager on moving south and living with his son

PAUL INCE QUOTES Reading FC boss Paul Ince 'looking forward' to fans forum at SCL Stadium

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Former Reading loanee out for 'two to three months' with ligament injury

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PAUL INCE QUOTES Reading boss admits to 'concern' ahead of busy schedule with injury crisis

Russell Street fire: Emergency services at scene

Russell Street re-opened after house fire

Pierces Hill, where a collision occurred on Thursday

Man, 19, dies after being struck by van as murder probe launched

Police concerned for welfare of missing man, 23

Police concerned for welfare of missing man, 23

Reading Chronicle best pubs in Reading 2022 finalists announced

Reading Chronicle best pubs in Reading 2022 finalists announced

Festival goers walk along the towpath of the River Thames as they arrive for the Reading Festival at Richfield Avenue

Reading Festival is sold out but you can still get in for free - here's how

Screengrab from a video showing a fire spreading through fields near Circuit Lane in Southcote

Blaze which scorched Reading fields caught on video

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Reading FC away kit launched made fully of recycled plastic bottles

The sites in Reading, Bracknell, Thatcham and Windsor run by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. Credit: Newsquest / Google Maps

Share of homegrown doctors and nurses at Royal Berkshire Hospital decreasing

Airbnb prices soar during Reading Festival

Airbnb prices soar during Reading Festival

Racist outburst at Paddington Station costs leaves Shinfield man with big court bill

Racist outburst at Paddington Station leaves Shinfield man with big court bill