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‘I was lucky to be sent to a Welsh language school’ says new Lord of the Rings star

The star of a new Lord of the Rings series coming to Amazon Prime has said that she was “lucky”…

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From traditional to Tik Tok: Urdd reveal plans for next youth Eisteddfod

The Urdd have announced that the online Eisteddfod T will back for the second year running due to the Covid-19…

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Welsh festivals unite to create major online event

Four major Welsh arts festivals have joined forces to create a new online event next month. Gŵyl, a collaboration between…

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The return of Benji Wild – the demise of Astroid Boys, the death of DJ Stagga and the Cardiff protests

David Owens As a mighty statement of intent, Benji Wild’s new single ‘Onjob’ hits hard. The track is accompanied by…

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Review: Plague Songs Volume 3 is not satire for the faint-hearted

 Jon Gower If one of the most appropriate word for this sort of satire is splenetic then the spleen…

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Tafwyl Festival 2021 to stream live from Cardiff Castle

Tafwyl Festival will once again take place digitally on its 15th birthday this year, the organisers have announced. The festival…

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The story of the renowned Welsh record label ready to be rediscovered after 20 years

David Owens It’s a story of youthful idealism, a grand plan and two music fans with a widescreen vision –…

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‘I would encourage anyone to start learning Welsh’ says James Hook after ‘intensive’ course with Nigel Owens

Former Welsh fly-half James Hook has said that he would “encourage anyone to start learning Welsh” after an “intense” few…

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Acting inspiration due to Welsh language and Eisteddfod says Lord of the Rings actress

One of the stars of a new Lord of the Rings series which will be broadcast this year has said…

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Digital platform AM harnesses the energy and resilience of Wales’ creative community

Alun Llwyd Ten months ago, AM was launched – two weeks prior to a pandemic. The aim was to create…

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National Eisteddfod called off for a second year due to Covid-19 pandemic

The National Eisteddfod has been called off for a second year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Welsh language festival…

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Why venues across Wales will soon reverberate with live music once more

David Owens For those who have missed live music there comes a glimmer of light to illuminate the gloom. While…

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