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Being inside with windows closed does not completely protect people from the smoke pollution caused by wildfires, data suggests
Wildfires push up indoor air pollution – even with windows closed, data suggests
Emily Beament, Press Association Environment Correspondent Being inside with windows closed does not completely protect people from the smoke pollution caused by wildfires, data suggests. Analysis of ...
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The charity watchdog has launched an inquiry into charities working in illegal Israeli settlements in Palestine after “serious allegations” were made
Watchdog launches probe into UK charities working in illegal Israeli settlements
Ellie Crabbe, Press Association The charity watchdog has launched an inquiry into charities working in illegal Israeli settlements in Palestine after “serious allegations” were made. The probe, by reg...
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A Welsh learner who reconnected with his heritage and identity after moving from Swansea to London has been announced as this year's Welsh Learner of the Year
Welsh Learner of the Year 2026 inspired to learn after living in London
Nation Cymru staff A Welsh learner who reconnected with his heritage and identity after moving from Swansea to London has been announced as this year’s Welsh Learner of the Year. The Welsh Learner of ...
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Youngsters in Gwynedd enjoyed a slice of the action when they showed off their pizza-making skills at a summer cookery workshop
Young pizza makers serve up summer fun school workshop
Nation Cymru staff Youngsters in Gwynedd enjoyed a slice of the action when they showed off their pizza-making skills at a summer cookery workshop. The workshop at Ysgol y Moelwyn in Blaenau Ffestinio...
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A call to establish a seasonal campsite near one of the nation's favourite seaside destinations has been given the go-ahead by the national park
Seasonal campsite wins approval from national park
Bruce Sinclair Local Democracy Reporter A call to establish a seasonal campsite near one of the nation’s favourite seaside destinations has been given the go-ahead by the national park. In an applicat...
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Andy Burnham is not actively considering a public inquiry into the UK actions of paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein despite claims the Government was “looking into” holding one
Burnham ‘not considering’ public inquiry into Epstein’s UK activities
Christopher McKeon and John Besley, Press Association Andy Burnham is not actively considering a public inquiry into the UK actions of paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein despite claims the Governmen...
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Work to restore areas of forest badly damaged by Storm Darragh is expected to take between three and five years
Storm-damaged forest could take up to five years to recover
Nation.Cymru staff Work to restore areas of forest badly damaged by Storm Darragh is expected to take between three and five years. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is drawing up plans to clear and repla...
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The Welsh language is set to sing from TV screens across the UK from tonight, as part of a new series delving into the 'dedication, friendship and passion' behind the scenes in Wales' beloved Male Voice Choir tradition
Heartwarming documentary highlights community and camaraderie of Male Voice Choirs
Nation Cymru staff The Welsh language is set to sing from TV screens across the UK from tonight, as part of a new series delving into the ‘dedication, friendship and passion’ behind the scenes in Wale...
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Plans to improve disabled access to a historic church have been lodged including a new outdoor seating area and a level access route
Church plans to boost accessibility
Elgarn Hearn, Local Democracy Reporter Plans to improve disabled access to a historic church have been lodged including a new outdoor seating area and a level access route. Both full and listed buildi...
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Jewish leaders have turned down a meeting with a former antisemitic internet troll as Kemi Badenoch defended his selection as a Conservative council candidate
Jewish leaders turn down meeting with former antisemite Tory candidate
Christopher McKeon and Will Meakin-Durrant, Press Association Political Staff Jewish leaders have turned down a meeting with a former antisemitic internet troll as Kemi Badenoch defended his selection...
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A Welsh silversmith who made jewellery for the the Prince of Wales and has made countless national awards and medals is retiring
Award-winning Welsh goldsmith behind royal commissions to retire
Nation.Cymru staff A Welsh silversmith who made jewellery for the the Prince of Wales and has made countless national awards and medals is retiring Tregaron gold and silversmith Rhiannon Evans will be...
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The Welsh Government has announced three years of financial backing for a major cycling event as Wales prepares to host the Tour de France Grand Départ in 2027
Welsh Government backing for major cycling event confirmed
Nation.Cymru staff The Welsh Government has announced three years of financial backing for a major cycling event as Wales prepares to host the Tour de France Grand Départ in 2027. The funding will sup...
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Octopus is seeing record heat pump sales as increasing numbers of people switch from boilers, the energy company said
Heat pump ‘revolution’ accelerating according to energy provider
Emily Beament, Press Association Environment Correspondent Octopus is seeing record heat pump sales as increasing numbers of people switch from boilers, the energy company said. The energy firm said i...
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Residents and visitors are being warned to expect major travel disruption when Arsenal face Manchester City in the Community Shield in Cardiff later this month
Warnings of road closures and disruption for Community Shield clash
Nation.Cymru staff Residents and visitors are being warned to expect major travel disruption when Arsenal face Manchester City in the Community Shield in Cardiff later this month. The match takes plac...
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A historian with an online following of more than 33,000 people has called for greater awareness of the story of the last native Prince of Wales
Historian urges people to remember the 'last native Prince of Wales'
Nation.Cymru staff A historian with an online following of more than 33,000 people has called for greater awareness of the story of the last native Prince of Wales. Kevin Hicks has brought the story o...
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Guidance on use of toilets and changing rooms as single-sex spaces comes into force on Wednesday, almost a year-and-a-half after the landmark Supreme Court ruling on biological sex
Single-sex spaces code comes in force more than year after Supreme Court ruling
Aine Fox, PA Social Affairs Correspondent Guidance on use of toilets and changing rooms as single-sex spaces comes into force on Wednesday, almost a year-and-a-half after the landmark Supreme Court ru...
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From collecting stickers as a child to attending as Wales' First Minister, Rhun ap Iorwerth says the National Eisteddfod has shaped his life for almost half a century
'The Eisteddfod has been a huge part of my life': Rhun ap Iorwerth shares memories on the Maes
Nation.Cymru Staff From collecting stickers as a child to attending as Wales’ First Minister, Rhun ap Iorwerth says the National Eisteddfod has shaped his life for almost half a century. A regular vis...
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Welsh rock band Holy Coves are set to return with their brand new album 'Hiraeth', which is being released on Vinyl and CD through the bands own DIY, independent record label this month
North Wales rock band open up on the personal story behind new album ‘Hiraeth’
Amelia Jones Welsh rock band Holy Coves are set to return with their brand new album ‘Hiraeth’, which is being released on Vinyl and CD through the bands own DIY, independent record label on Friday 14...
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A south Wales farm is putting its own spin on sauna culture with a new riverside wellness retreat, complete with a wood-fired sauna and cold plunges, just one year after opening an off-grid camping site to help secure its future
The Welsh farm bringing sauna culture to the countryside with its new wellness space
Jules Millward A south Wales farm is putting its own spin on sauna culture with a new riverside wellness retreat, complete with a wood-fired sauna and cold plunges, just one year after opening an off-...
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One of Wales’ best known miscarriage of justice victims has launched a fundraising drive to buy a new headstone for the grave of the businessman he was falsely accused of murdering ✍️Martin Shipton
Appeal launched for murder victim's headstone to be replaced
Martin Shipton One of Wales’ best known miscarriage of justice victims has launched a fundraising drive to buy a new headstone for the grave of the businessman he was falsely accused of murdering. Mic...
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If a region can't afford to operate in Wales, then you can forget about being able to compete across the border in the Premiership ✍️Alun Smith
Merger on the Occident Distress (Part Deux)
Alun Smith There was recently a Cardiff Uni study looking at those things Reform and Plaid voters have in common. What!? I know, don’t spill your tea on your turquoise/green ties just yet. Go read it ...
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New legal advice, obtained by Welsh language campaigners, has confirmed that the Welsh language can be taken into account when allocating social housing
Legal advice published on prioritising social housing based on Welsh language ability
Stephen Price Welsh language campaigners will publish new legal advice on the consideration of Welsh language ability when allocating social housing during an event at the National Eisteddfod today (5...
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A Welsh actress has reflected on the career-defining role that changed her outlook on life, revealing it taught her one lesson she has carried with her ever since: "Don't waste time trying to be somebody else”
Well-known Welsh actress opens up about breakout role that changed her outlook on life
Amelia Jones A Welsh actress has reflected on the career-defining role that changed her outlook on life, revealing it taught her one lesson she has carried with her ever since: “Don’t waste time tryin...
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Millions of doses of pet flea treatment are being applied unnecessarily each year, potentially causing widespread damage to the environment, peers have warned
Peers call for ban on off-the-shelf pet flea treatments to protect environment
Emily Beament, Press Association Environment Correspondent Millions of doses of pet flea treatment are being applied unnecessarily each year, potentially causing widespread damage to the environment, ...
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Parents are watering down baby formula because they are struggling to afford soaring prices, a new study has found
Parents watering down baby formula as prices soar, study finds
Mark Mansfield Parents are watering down baby formula because they are struggling to afford soaring prices, a new study has found. Research led by Swansea University found families were also going int...
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Farmers are warning the extreme summer has been “completely brutal” as analysis suggests 2026 could be the worst harvest on record
‘Brutal’ harvest could be worst on record because of extreme summer – analysis
Emily Beament, Press Association Environment Correspondent Farmers are warning the extreme summer has been “completely brutal” as analysis suggests 2026 could be the worst harvest on record. Analysis ...
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Controversial plans to transform a listed church in Cardiff into shops, a cafe and workspaces have stalled wp.me/p8Mk4U-1qpz
YesCymru has set a target of holding a referendum on Welsh independence in 2032 as part of a new six-year campaign wp.me/p8Mk4U-1qrn
Plans for a replacement bridge are in limbo once again after funding applications for the next stage of the project were unsuccessful
Replacement bridge plans stall for third year running after funding blow
Nicholas Thomas, Local Democracy Reporter Plans for a replacement bridge are in limbo once again after funding applications for the next stage of the project were unsuccessful. Newport City Council…
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A Cardiff actor is set to make their debut in the highly anticipated fourth season of Ted Lasso, which premieres on Apple TV+ tomorrow night✍️ Amelia Jones wp.me/p8Mk4U-1qng
