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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Schoolboy had hospital procedure - three weeks later masked man had disturbing news

A Welsh teenager is alerted to a potential health scare after a mysterious masked man visits his home following a hospital procedure.

Mar 22 • 17:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Sports

VIDEO: O'Sullivan Sets a New Record in Snooker History

English snooker player Ronnie O'Sullivan scored a record-breaking 153 points in a match against Welsh player Ryan Day at the World Snooker Tour's 'World Open' tournament.

Mar 20 • 09:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Gerwyn Price could retire off Welsh chip shop earnings as he admits – 'I need a break'

Gerwyn Price, after suffering another defeat in a darts final, contemplates taking a break from the sport due to mental fatigue.

Mar 19 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Armed police swoop on Welsh hospital after threats reported

Armed police responded to a reported incident at the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend, leading to a lockdown and the arrest of a 23-year-old man for allegedly making a false report.

Mar 19 • 15:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Farage called Welsh people ‘foreign speakers’ in paid-for video message

Nigel Farage referred to Welsh individuals as 'foreign speakers' in a paid video, a statement that may affect Reform UK's electoral prospects in Wales.

Mar 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Tom Pryce: the absurd double tragedy at 270 km/h that marked F1 and ruined Ayrton Senna's idol

The tragic deaths of Welsh driver Tom Pryce and a firefighter during the 1977 South African GP resonate deeply within the motorsport world.

Mar 18 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Prince William makes Six Nations surprise rugby appearance amid damning book fallout

Prince William unexpectedly attended the Wales vs Italy Six Nations match in Cardiff amid negative publicity from a new book about him and Meghan, emphasizing his role as Patron of the Welsh Rugby Union.

Mar 14 • 17:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Welsh Water apologises as Ofwat sets out £44.7m enforcement plan

Welsh Water faces a proposed £44.7 million enforcement plan due to serious breaches in sewage service operations as outlined by Ofwat.

Mar 12 • 10:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Starmer warned cabinet against ‘overly deferential’ relations with devolved governments

Keir Starmer cautioned his cabinet to avoid an 'overly deferential' attitude towards the Welsh, Scottish, and Northern Irish governments in a recently leaked memo.

Mar 11 • 10:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Inside ITV Gone star Eve Myles' life from career to famous actor husband

The article discusses Welsh actress Eve Myles and her role in the new ITV crime thriller 'Gone', along with details about the show and its cast.

Mar 9 • 15:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Police release 'face' of man found floating in Welsh reservoir in hope of solving mystery

Police are using a digital reconstruction of a man's face to assist in identifying his remains found in a Welsh reservoir over a year ago.

Mar 9 • 00:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Football fans clash in violent scenes as police forced to use tasers in huge brawl

A violent clash broke out among football fans following Flint Town's victory over Bangor in the Welsh Cup, leading to police intervention and multiple arrests.

Mar 8 • 16:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Chef Bryn Williams' 'secret' relationship with famous wife 'we say no to everything'

Welsh chef Bryn Williams discusses his career and personal life ahead of his appearance on BBC's Saturday Kitchen.

Mar 7 • 08:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Popular UK zoo issues statement after distressing sight upsets visitors

Welsh Mountain Zoo in the UK has issued a statement following the tragic death of a baby chimpanzee, expressing condolences to upset visitors.

Mar 6 • 13:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Teenager arrested after reports of 'boy with gun' near Welsh school

A teenager has been arrested following reports of a boy wielding a firearm near Whitchurch High School in Cardiff.

Mar 5 • 05:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Sisters drown in Welsh national park after paddling fully clothed

Two sisters drowned in a Welsh national park after paddling in a river while fully clothed.

Mar 4 • 22:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

60% of Welsh voters unaware of how new system will work in May elections

A report reveals that nearly 60% of Welsh voters are confused about the voting system and devolution powers ahead of the upcoming Senedd elections.

Mar 4 • 13:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Gabby Logan breaks down in tears over her father and heartbreaking phone call

Gabby Logan became emotional during a podcast while reminiscing about her late father, Welsh football legend Terry Yorath.

Mar 3 • 12:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Welsh ‘revolution’ required to hit target of 1m speakers by 2050, says report

A report emphasizes the need for a radical approach to increase Welsh language speakers to one million by 2050.

Mar 3 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Welsh school under lockdown due to ongoing police incident

A comprehensive school in Wales went into lockdown following threats made via phone calls.

Mar 2 • 13:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

Professional player who was injured in the back at the gym wins ranking tournament for the fifth time

Barry Hawkins claimed victory at the BetVictor Welsh Open snooker final against Jack Lisowski with a score of 9:5.

Mar 2 • 09:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Snooker star 'cries himself to sleep' after losing £150k in heartbreaking fashion

Snooker star Mark Allen expressed his emotional turmoil after a first-round exit in the Welsh Open cost him a potential £150,000 bonus, graciously acknowledging his rival's victory.

Mar 1 • 15:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Welsh Open champ who shocked Ronnie O'Sullivan almost quit snooker after breakdown

Jordan Brown, the Welsh Open champion who defeated Ronnie O'Sullivan, nearly quit snooker due to personal challenges following his historic victory.

Mar 1 • 11:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Princess Kate surprises with historic first as she and William issue new video

Prince William and Princess Kate celebrated St David's Day with a special video message in Welsh, marking Kate's first time delivering a message in the language.

Mar 1 • 09:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Rhun ap Iorwerth: Plaid Cymru is ready to ‘lead the charge’ in Wales

Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, emphasizes his party's readiness to lead the Welsh government, highlighting a growing sense of Welsh identity among voters.

Feb 28 • 16:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

'I beat snooker legends to win Welsh Open – but I've been lazy and face ultimate blow'

Robert Milkins, a former Welsh Open winner, is struggling to maintain his place on the snooker tour after a series of poor performances.

Feb 28 • 10:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

'Unbreakable' code baffled detectives investigating mystery of MI6 spy found dead in bag

Detectives continue to grapple with the mysterious death of MI6 spy Gareth Williams, who was found dead inside a padlocked bag, as they misidentified a Welsh mountain in his diary as a secret code.

Feb 27 • 17:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Welsh elections a choice between culture or ignorance, Plaid leader says

The leader of Plaid Cymru emphasized that the upcoming Welsh parliament elections pose a clear choice between cultural advancement and ignorance, as his party prepares to challenge Reform UK.

Feb 27 • 16:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Gothic Genius of Machen Who Also Inspired Hitchcock

This article explores the literary contributions of Arthur Machen, a Welsh writer whose supernatural stories have gained renewed attention and were influential for later writers.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Disgraceful adults launch punches at kids' football match as brave children try to intervene

A violent brawl broke out between adults during a children's football match in Wales, prompting an investigation by the Welsh FA.

Feb 23 • 15:56 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Gaiman: the best tea houses in the town that Lady Di visited 30 years ago

Gaiman, a charming town in Patagonia, is known for its tea houses and historical ties to Welsh settlers, attracting visitors even 30 years after Lady Diana's visit.

Feb 23 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

How a Welsh village saved its forest … and its future

A Welsh village took decisive action to restore its forest and mitigate future flooding after severe floods in 2020.

Feb 22 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Swansea Ospreys fans dismayed as club faces axe amid crisis in Welsh rugby

Fans of the Swansea Ospreys are devastated as the club nears closure due to financial troubles and a lack of success in Welsh rugby.

Feb 22 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Abandoned quarry village forgotten in time at the end of the world

Nant Gwrtheyrn, an isolated former quarry village in Wales, has transformed from a ghost town into a vibrant language center for Welsh culture.

Feb 22 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Is Under Salt Marsh based on a novel? Inspiration for Welsh drama explained

The article discusses whether the Sky crime drama 'Under Salt Marsh,' set in Wales and featuring a murder investigation, is based on a novel.

Feb 21 • 13:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Abandoned village being reclaimed by nature is 'vast and wild' and includes mansion

An abandoned Welsh village, relocated a century ago, is being reclaimed by nature, sparking reflections on the past and emotional responses related to community displacement for water reservoirs.

Feb 21 • 05:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Stunning Welsh beach named best in the UK and will stop you in your tracks

Rhossili Bay in South Wales has been recognized as the best beach in the UK by TripAdvisor, celebrated for its beauty and natural scenery.

Feb 19 • 14:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

‘I flew to the Winter Olympics for the day, it cost me less than £100’

A Welsh man completed an extreme day trip to the Winter Olympics in Italy for less than £100, showcasing budget travel ingenuity.

Feb 19 • 12:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'I Almost Lost My Tongue Due to Cancer and Now I Alert Other Men About the Risk of HPV'

A Welsh man shares his near-fatal experience with cancer linked to HPV, highlighting the critical need for awareness among men regarding the virus's risks.

Feb 18 • 14:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Intense' BBC show sees feuding families and couples face 'life-changing decisions'

Bear Grylls hosts the new BBC show 'Wild Reckoning,' where individuals confront their personal conflicts in the Welsh wilderness.

Feb 17 • 11:45 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Irvine Welsh, author of 'Trainspotting', will be part of the Coyoacán International Book Fair

Renowned author Irvine Welsh will participate in the Coyoacán International Book Fair, which will feature over 900 publishers and 350 cultural activities.

Feb 17 • 08:24 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Six Nations: The Blues the Only Ones in the Running for the Grand Slam, the Welsh Towards the Wooden Spoon..., the Tournament Ranking

After two rounds of the Six Nations, France remains the only undefeated team and in contention for the Grand Slam.

Feb 17 • 06:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Countryfile's Hamza Yassin 'struggling' as he visits town hit by 'absolute disaster'

Hamza Yassin and Datshiane Navanayagam from Countryfile visit a Welsh town affected by the Sea Empress oil spill, discussing its ecological and community impact.

Feb 15 • 20:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Six Nations: France overwhelmed Wales and plunged Red Dragon fans into discouragement

France dominated Wales in the Six Nations rugby tournament with a score of 54-12, further demoralizing Welsh fans.

Feb 15 • 18:39 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Wales-France: "There is no pressure, the young players can unleash themselves..." Pierre Berbizier's analysis for Le Figaro

Pierre Berbizier reflects on France's dominant victory over Wales in rugby, highlighting the changes in the Welsh team and the potential for French players to excel without pressure.

Feb 15 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Sports

It says everything about Welsh rugby that humiliating France defeat was an improvement

Wales' recent 35-14 loss to France, although a defeat, shows slight improvement compared to their previous performance against England.

Feb 15 • 17:46 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Six Nations: in video, all the tries of the unleashed Blues against the Welsh in Cardiff

The French rugby team showcased their prowess by scoring multiple tries against Wales in their Six Nations match in Cardiff.

Feb 15 • 15:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Welsh charity buys more than 405 hectares for rewilding

A Welsh charity has purchased over 405 hectares in Ceredigion for a prominent rewilding project aimed at advancing nature recovery efforts in Wales.

Feb 15 • 14:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Welsh munitions factory seen as crucial to boosting stockpiles is still yet to open

A crucial munitions factory in Wales remains unopened over six months after its planned launch, contributing to delays in the UK's military capacity.

Feb 15 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Weird blob-like sea creatures wash up on UK beach baffling mum and daughter

A mother and daughter discovered unusual jelly-like sea creatures while litter picking on a Welsh beach, prompting the involvement of an underwater expert.

Feb 15 • 11:05 UTC

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