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Cardiff Vicar Admits to £21,600 Fraud and Safeguarding Breaches

Cardiff vicar Ryan Forey claimed £21,600 in unauthorized payments for himself and his wife, violated safeguarding rules by creating a church app that revealed children's names, and established a "breakaway" church without permission; he admitted guilt and faces a two-year supervision period before r...

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Scale the Stadium Temporarily Closes Amidst Financial Underperformance

Cardiff's Principality Stadium's Scale the Stadium attraction temporarily closed after its operator, Wire and Sky, ended its contract due to disagreements over commercial terms, impacting bookings and causing the WRU to seek a new partnership.

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Swimming Ban at Llandudno Beach Due to Bacterial Contamination

High levels of enterococci bacteria, potentially from human, animal, or bird waste, have been found in the water at Llandudno's West Shore beach in Conwy, leading to a swimming ban until further testing next week; Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water denies responsibility, citing potential sensor issues.

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Mudtown" Offers Unique Look at Welsh Legal System

Mudtown," a new dual-language Welsh series airing on S4C and UKTV, filmed at Newport Magistrates' Court, follows Magistrate Claire Lewis Jones as she navigates personal and professional challenges, offering a realistic portrayal of the Welsh legal system.

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Nighthawking Threatens Wales's Ancient Heritage

Illegal nighttime treasure hunting, or nighthawking, is damaging Wales's ancient sites, with police investigating 23 suspected incidents in two years, targeting Scheduled Monuments and resulting in the loss of potentially valuable artifacts.

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Welsh Labour MS Hefin David Dies Suddenly at 47

Hefin David, 47, a Welsh Labour MS for Caerphilly since 2016, passed away suddenly on Tuesday; his death is not suspicious, prompting widespread tributes from across the political spectrum.

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Gwynedd's Second-Home Policy: A 14% Drop in Purchases

A new policy in Gwynedd, Wales, requiring planning permission for second homes, has led to a 14% decrease in second-home purchases between July 2024 and June 2025, impacting a housing market where 65% of residents are priced out; however, the policy remains controversial due to concerns about job lo...

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Far-Right Group Establishes Presence in Welsh Village

The Woodlander Initiative, a land-buying scheme linked to the UK's largest fascist group, purchased two plots in Llanafan Fawr, Wales, raising £165,000 to create what critics call a racially exclusive settlement, prompting mixed reactions from the local community.

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Welsh Cross Dismantled, Replaced with Star of David

In Llandudno, Wales, Jewish tourists dismantled a 50-year-old stone cross to build a Star of David, sparking outrage among locals who quickly restored the cross; the incident highlights religious sensitivities and the power of social media.

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Wales Eases Bluetongue Virus Restrictions on Livestock Trade

Starting Monday, Wales will ease bluetongue virus restrictions, allowing vaccinated livestock to be sold in English markets within 12 miles of the border; however, unvaccinated animals and those from England remain restricted, impacting prices and trade.

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Zero Hunger
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UK to Launch AI-Driven Crime Map by 2030

The UK government announced a £4 million investment in an AI-driven crime map for England and Wales, aiming to predict and prevent crimes by 2030 using data from police, councils, and social services; the system will be operational by 2030 and will use data to identify areas likely to see criminal a...

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£10 Million Business Park Remains Empty Four Years After Completion

Despite a £10 million Welsh government investment, the Brocastle Bridgend business park, completed in November 2019, remains vacant four years later, with nine plots still available despite ongoing negotiations for two and active marketing of the rest, raising questions about the project's economic ...

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