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Welsh Photographer Challenges Conventional Images of Wales in New Book
David Hurn, a renowned Welsh photographer, has published "Wales As Is," a book showcasing uncelebrated Welsh landscapes like graveyards and council estates, challenging conventional, romantic portrayals of the country and prompting reflection on national identity.
Welsh Photographer Challenges Conventional Images of Wales in New Book
David Hurn, a renowned Welsh photographer, has published "Wales As Is," a book showcasing uncelebrated Welsh landscapes like graveyards and council estates, challenging conventional, romantic portrayals of the country and prompting reflection on national identity.
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40% Bias Score
Dyfed-Powys: Highest Burglary Rise in Wales and England
Dyfed-Powys Police reported a 26% increase in residential burglaries in the year to December 2024, the highest percentage rise in Wales and England, despite a national decrease; a mechanic in Ceredigion had \$3,000-\$4,000 of tools stolen, highlighting the impact on individuals and the need for enha...
Dyfed-Powys: Highest Burglary Rise in Wales and England
Dyfed-Powys Police reported a 26% increase in residential burglaries in the year to December 2024, the highest percentage rise in Wales and England, despite a national decrease; a mechanic in Ceredigion had \$3,000-\$4,000 of tools stolen, highlighting the impact on individuals and the need for enha...
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40% Bias Score
Hyrox Fitness Competition to Draw Tens of Thousands to Cardiff
Hyrox, a fitness racing event, is expected to bring tens of thousands to Cardiff's Principality Stadium from Friday to Sunday, causing road closures in the city center; this marks its first Welsh competition, with the oldest participant, an 80-year-old professor, hoping to inspire others.
Hyrox Fitness Competition to Draw Tens of Thousands to Cardiff
Hyrox, a fitness racing event, is expected to bring tens of thousands to Cardiff's Principality Stadium from Friday to Sunday, causing road closures in the city center; this marks its first Welsh competition, with the oldest participant, an 80-year-old professor, hoping to inspire others.
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48% Bias Score
89 Infected in Wales Farm Petting Outbreak
Eighty-nine people have contracted cryptosporidium after attending calf and lamb feeding sessions at Cowbridge Farm Shop in Wales between March and April; the farm voluntarily suspended these sessions on April 29th.
89 Infected in Wales Farm Petting Outbreak
Eighty-nine people have contracted cryptosporidium after attending calf and lamb feeding sessions at Cowbridge Farm Shop in Wales between March and April; the farm voluntarily suspended these sessions on April 29th.
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20% Bias Score
Welsh Nurse Pay Offer Lags Behind, Sparking Concerns
Welsh nurses received a 3.6% pay rise offer, less than other NHS staff and below inflation, prompting concerns about staff morale and retention amidst 2,000 vacancies and the cost of living crisis; the RCN will consult members on whether to strike.
Welsh Nurse Pay Offer Lags Behind, Sparking Concerns
Welsh nurses received a 3.6% pay rise offer, less than other NHS staff and below inflation, prompting concerns about staff morale and retention amidst 2,000 vacancies and the cost of living crisis; the RCN will consult members on whether to strike.
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40% Bias Score
First Welsh Everest Climber Condemns Mountaineering's Commercialization
Caradoc Jones, the first Welshman to climb Everest in 1995, decried the commercialization of mountaineering, citing a cost increase from approximately £2,000-£3,000 then to £40,000-£60,000 today, stating that it's become a "complete circus" dominated by expensive courses and equipment, losing the es...
First Welsh Everest Climber Condemns Mountaineering's Commercialization
Caradoc Jones, the first Welshman to climb Everest in 1995, decried the commercialization of mountaineering, citing a cost increase from approximately £2,000-£3,000 then to £40,000-£60,000 today, stating that it's become a "complete circus" dominated by expensive courses and equipment, losing the es...
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8% Bias Score
Padel's Explosive Growth in Wales
The racquet sport padel, a hybrid of tennis and squash, is booming in Wales, with player numbers projected to reach over 6,000 by 2026, driven by its inclusive nature and ease of play, leading to a rapid increase in court construction.
Padel's Explosive Growth in Wales
The racquet sport padel, a hybrid of tennis and squash, is booming in Wales, with player numbers projected to reach over 6,000 by 2026, driven by its inclusive nature and ease of play, leading to a rapid increase in court construction.
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24% Bias Score
Plaid Cymru's Price Faces Re-election Uncertainty Under New Senedd Voting System
The upcoming Welsh Senedd election in May 2024 will use a new proportional representation system, with six candidates elected per constituency. Adam Price, former leader of Plaid Cymru, is at risk of not being re-elected after being placed third on the party's list for the Sir Gaerfyrddin constituen...
Plaid Cymru's Price Faces Re-election Uncertainty Under New Senedd Voting System
The upcoming Welsh Senedd election in May 2024 will use a new proportional representation system, with six candidates elected per constituency. Adam Price, former leader of Plaid Cymru, is at risk of not being re-elected after being placed third on the party's list for the Sir Gaerfyrddin constituen...
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52% Bias Score
Limited Use of Welsh on Social Media by Young People Highlights Challenges and Opportunities
A recent survey of 1600 Welsh children and young people revealed that while attitudes toward the Welsh language are generally positive, its use on social media is limited, with 80% using English even when communicating with other Welsh speakers; however, usage increases in settings such as sports.
Limited Use of Welsh on Social Media by Young People Highlights Challenges and Opportunities
A recent survey of 1600 Welsh children and young people revealed that while attitudes toward the Welsh language are generally positive, its use on social media is limited, with 80% using English even when communicating with other Welsh speakers; however, usage increases in settings such as sports.
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32% Bias Score
Miss World Contestant Highlights Knife Crime Prevention in Wales
Millie-Mae Adams, a 22-year-old medical student and Miss Wales 2023 contestant, is using the Miss World platform to raise awareness about knife crime in Wales by teaching young people how to deal with stabbings through her work with StreetDoctors, a charity that operates in 20 UK cities.
Miss World Contestant Highlights Knife Crime Prevention in Wales
Millie-Mae Adams, a 22-year-old medical student and Miss Wales 2023 contestant, is using the Miss World platform to raise awareness about knife crime in Wales by teaching young people how to deal with stabbings through her work with StreetDoctors, a charity that operates in 20 UK cities.
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24% Bias Score
Wales Calls for UK Government to Scrap Two-Child Benefit Cap
Wales' First Minister Eluned Morgan is urging UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to scrap the two-child benefit cap, a policy implemented in 2017 that limits means-tested benefits for families with more than two children born after April 2017, due to concerns about rising child poverty in Wales and the ...
Wales Calls for UK Government to Scrap Two-Child Benefit Cap
Wales' First Minister Eluned Morgan is urging UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to scrap the two-child benefit cap, a policy implemented in 2017 that limits means-tested benefits for families with more than two children born after April 2017, due to concerns about rising child poverty in Wales and the ...
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40% Bias Score
Self-Taught 12-Year-Old Wins International Freestyle Football Award
Twelve-year-old James from Penarth, Wales, won the rising star of freestyle award at the MadJam international championships in Madrid after teaching himself freestyle football using YouTube tutorials for 18 months, setting two Guinness World Records in the process despite a lack of formal training.
Self-Taught 12-Year-Old Wins International Freestyle Football Award
Twelve-year-old James from Penarth, Wales, won the rising star of freestyle award at the MadJam international championships in Madrid after teaching himself freestyle football using YouTube tutorials for 18 months, setting two Guinness World Records in the process despite a lack of formal training.
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24% Bias Score
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