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Rare Genetic Disorder DRPLA Cluster in South Wales

A cluster of people in south Wales are affected by Dentatorubral-pallidoluysian atrophy (DRPLA), a rare, inherited neurological disorder with no known cure, impacting families and raising concerns about early diagnosis and treatment.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Wales' Recycling Efforts and Food Waste

A recycling charity, Wrap Cymru, reports that Welsh families waste £90 of food monthly, hindering Wales' goal of becoming the world's top recycler, despite its current second-place ranking.

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England and Wales Undercount 13,000 Opioid Deaths

New research reveals a significant undercount of over 13,000 opioid-related deaths in England and Wales between 2011 and 2022, impacting government strategies to combat addiction.

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Welsh Labour Faces Crucial By-election Test Ahead of Senedd Elections

The death of Welsh Labour MS Hefin David necessitates a by-election in Caerphilly, creating a significant challenge for Labour ahead of the May 2024 Senedd elections, where polls suggest they may come in third place.

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Welsh Conservative Candidate Advocates for Senedd Closure

Calum Davies, selected as the top candidate for the Welsh Conservatives in Caerdydd Penarth for the May 2026 election, publicly advocates for the closure of the Senedd, contradicting official party policy.

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Driver Accused of Causing Fatal Crash Claims Loss of Control

Abubakr Ben Yusaf, a 30-year-old locum optometrist, claims he lost control of his BMW X3, causing a head-on collision that killed Rhys Jenkins and seriously injured his son on the A483 near Welshpool on November 16, 2024.

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Swansea's Oystermouth Railway: World's First Passenger Railway

The Oystermouth Railway in Swansea, Wales, launched on March 25, 1807, predating the Stockton to Darlington railway, marking the world's first fee-paying passenger railway service.

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Lib Dems Propose Replacing Police Commissioners With Supermarkets Counters

The Liberal Democrats propose replacing police and crime commissioners with community police counters in supermarkets, shopping centers, and libraries to improve public confidence and crime reporting, costing around £100m.

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Wales Halts Plan to Replace Separate Science GCSEs with Double Award

Wales has postponed a plan to replace separate GCSEs in chemistry, physics, and biology with a double science GCSE, following concerns and differing views on the best approach to science education for 14-16 year olds.

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Welsh Politician Found to Have Used Racial Slur, but Cleared of Expense Fraud

Laura Anne Jones, a Reform MS in the Welsh Parliament, was found to have breached the Senedd's code of conduct by using a racial slur and failing to challenge offensive remarks from a staff member, but was cleared of fraudulent expense claims.

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Wales Loses Friendly Against Canada: A Test for Emerging Players

In a 1-0 friendly loss to Canada, Wales manager Craig Bellamy intentionally challenged his young, inexperienced squad to improve against superior competition, resulting in several player debuts.

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Canada Achieves Back-to-Back European Wins, Bolstering World Cup Hopes

Canada secured consecutive victories in Europe, defeating Romania 3-0 and Wales 1-0, showcasing improved readiness for the 2026 World Cup.

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