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Preserving Vanishing Jewish Histories in Small Towns

This article discusses the efforts of local institutions and rural newspapers to preserve the disappearing histories of Jewish communities in small towns across America and Wales, highlighting the importance of this work in combating antisemitism and promoting inclusive historical understanding.

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Prince William's Welsh Speech Criticized

A Cardiff University professor criticized Prince William's short, halting Welsh St. David's Day speech, delivered via pre-recorded video, contrasting his informal language learning (Duolingo app) with King Charles's formal training before his investiture, raising questions about future expectations.

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English and Welsh Rail Fares Increase by 4.6%

Rail fares in England and Wales will rise by 4.6% from Sunday, impacting annual season tickets and railcards, despite ongoing service issues; the government justifies this as necessary due to the railway's financial problems.

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Welsh Veterans Face NHS Delays and Housing Crisis

In Wales, veterans face difficulties accessing priority NHS treatment due to long waiting lists and a shortage of suitable housing, prompting concerns about the effectiveness of the Armed Forces Covenant.

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TikTok Live Shopping Drives Sales Boom, Prompting Return to Brick-and-Mortar Retail

Laura Mallows, owner of Mallows Beauty, closed her Cardiff store after finding TikTok Live Shopping more profitable, earning more in one hour than a full day in the shop; however, her success on TikTok led to her products being stocked in Superdrug and Boots, prompting her to plan a new physical sto...

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Welsh Labour Faces Toughest Senedd Election Yet

A senior Welsh Labour politician warns of a difficult 2026 Senedd election, citing public dissatisfaction and the UK government's resistance to devolution; a recent poll showed Plaid Cymru ahead of Labour with Reform UK gaining significant support.

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Oakwood Theme Park Closes Permanently After 40 Years

Wales' largest theme park, Oakwood, closed permanently after almost 40 years due to unsustainable financial challenges caused by rising costs and declining visitor numbers, impacting up to 200 employees and the local economy.

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Vlogger Inspires Women to Explore Welsh Countryside

Amina Hassan, a 27-year-old vlogger, is inspiring solo female adventurers to explore the Welsh countryside through her popular social media videos showcasing her hiking and bothy stays, emphasizing that the outdoors belong to everyone.

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Wales Recruits 200 Healthcare Workers from India to Address Staffing Shortages

Wales is tackling a 2,000 nurse vacancy crisis with a deal to recruit 200 nurses and doctors from India, aiming to reduce reliance on expensive agency staff and improve patient care; however, concerns remain about working conditions and potential nursing school closures.

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Welsh Arts Sector Faces Decade-Long Funding Crisis

A former Welsh culture minister alleges a decade-long crisis in the Welsh arts sector due to underfunding, citing a nearly 50% real-terms funding cut for publishers since 2010 and significantly lower per capita cultural spending than other European nations except Greece. A recent report supports the...

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Welsh Rugby's Grassroots Fight for Survival Amidst National Team Slump

Aberdare RFC, despite the Welsh national team's 14-match losing streak, maintains three teams, showcasing community resilience, but faces challenges in youth participation due to competing interests and resource needs.

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Wales Fails to Improve Gypsy and Traveller Sites

A Welsh Senedd committee found little progress in improving Gypsy and Traveller sites, citing long waits for pitches, unsanitary conditions, and racism, leading to calls for urgent government action and improved local authority engagement.

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