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Latest figures show creative boom in Wales boosting the economy

Latest statistics from 2023 on sectors supported by Creative Wales show an annual turnover of £1.5 billion has been generated…

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Government accused of propagating an ‘insulting’ stereotype of farmers in Wales

The UK Labour Government has been accused of propagating an ‘insulting’ stereotype of farmers in Wales. Ahead of a rally…

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Politicians’ call to keep Welsh-speaking community’s post office open

Dale Spridgeon Local Democracy Reporter Fears have been raised that the potential closure of a Post Office branch could be…

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Historic shopping destination boasts strong post-pandemic recovery

A much-loved historical shopping destination is bucking national trends, seeing a rise in footfall and achieving close to full occupation…

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UK announces £7.5m in military aid for Ukraine on 1000th day of war

Allies must “come together” to back Ukraine and ensure Vladimir Putin “does not succeed”, the UK Government’s Defence Secretary warned…

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King consents to Crown Estate legislation that ‘will make him many times richer’, Lords told

The King has given consent to legislation that “will make him many times richer” in the future, Parliament has been…

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Senedd Tories back leader’s attack on BAME teacher scheme

Emily Price  The Welsh Conservatives have issued a group statement backing Andrew RT Davies’ recent attacks on a scheme aimed…

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‘Terrifying’ Carnyx to be sounded at Wales’ clash with Iceland

David Owens When Wales take to the pitch in tomorrow evening’s Nations League showdown with Iceland they will be heading…

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UK Government grant secured for £70,000 renovation of Alice in Wonderland statues

Richard Evans, local democracy reporter Almost £70,000 will be spent refurbishing Alice in Wonderland statues in a popular seaside town.…

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The forgotten north: the death of Welsh rugby

Nic Conner It’s not unthinkable that, by 15 March next year, Wales might not only be aiming to beat England…

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Opinion

New concert series announced for Cardiff

Welsh music fans are to enjoy a brand-new series of gigs in the heart of Cardiff next summer with the…

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Culture

Book review: Man, Myth and Museum

Aled Singleton In this finely balanced book Eurwyn Wiliam provides a detailed account of Iorwerth Peate’s life (1901-1982), with a…

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Culture

Poem on a Sunday: Blodhårig Vågor (Bloody-Haired Waves)

We conclude our series of poems by Sarah Persson, each one illustrated by local artists in Llantwit Major. Today’s poem…

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Magnificent Mabinogi 8: Everyday life

Dr Shân Morgain What was it like living in the world of the Mabinogi? It is a colourful, wealthy, cultured…

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‘Terrifying’ Carnyx to be sounded at Wales’ clash with Iceland

David Owens When Wales take to the pitch in tomorrow evening’s Nations League showdown with Iceland they will be heading…

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Sport

All I care about is winning – Craig Bellamy not interested in Nations League group permutations

Craig Bellamy is ignoring the various Nations League permutations facing Wales, declaring his solitary focus is on beating Iceland in…

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Iceland boss insists pressure is on Wales in Nations League clash

Iceland boss Age Hareide insists the pressure is on Wales in their Nations League “final”. Wales still have an opportunity…

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Adam Beard ruled out of Wales’ clash with South Africa due to knee injury

Adam Beard has been ruled out of the Wales squad for Saturday’s match against South Africa due to injury. The…

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Sport

The forgotten north: the death of Welsh rugby

Nic Conner It’s not unthinkable that, by 15 March next year, Wales might not only be aiming to beat England…

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Opinion

Why Jane Dodds shouldn’t resign as leader of the Welsh Liberals

Gwern Gwynfil Following some stirring of the pot by a small number of Welsh members of her party who suffer…

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Opinion

Eating Dogs

Ben Wildsmith  I’ve been ill this week, floating through the days on a river of snot and self-pity, so my…

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Opinion

Eryri’s success is a lesson for Wales: Cymru’s time is now

Stephen Price Following a decision at an Eryri National Park Authority meeting on November 13, 2024, the Authority has approved…

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Opinion

Trump represents a specific type of masculinity – and it’s dangerous for women

Ashley Morgan, Masculinities Scholar, Cardiff Metropolitan University The US election was not just about Donald Trump v Kamala Harris, Republicans…

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Feature

From Chartist rebel in Wales to mine owner in Australia: the amazing story of Zephania Williams

Martin Shipton Chartist rebels from Wales were treated more harshly than their counterparts from Ireland, according to a book that…

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Letter from Barmouth

Niall Griffiths Get on the railway bridge at Morfa Mawddach and walk above the estuary waters. Herons and other mudflat…

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Boughrood, Tom Bingham and the rule of law

Dr Huw Evans, academic lawyer, Cardiff Metropolitan University The village of Boughrood in Radnorshire is situated on the river Wye…

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