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6 new podcasts to listen to this week
These are our top podcast picks. Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of MasterChef: The Professional, or what growing...


Paris is gearing up to host the greatest show on earth with a French flourish
Just months before the 2024 Olympic Games kick off, Rebecca Black visits Paris where world-class sport will be showcased alongside...


Ed Byrne finds the funny in tragedy
The comedian is bringing his brand new stand-up tour to Swansea Grand Theatre this autumn and this time around he's taking a risk with a...


Very special guest Lemar to join JLS summer date in Cardiff
Multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Lemar will join JLS when they headline TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle this summer....


10 ways to kit out your kitchen for a quickie makeover
From tableware to cookware and appliances, these handy helpers will make mealtimes that much more fruitful, says Sam Wylie-Harris. The...


Tuberculosis is on the rise in the UK – what is it and is it serious?
While still rare in the UK, cases have been increasing. A new blood test that could identify millions of people who unknowingly spread...


10 years since the first same-sex marriage in England and Wales: How to plan your dream LGBTQ+ wedding
Elaine Cripps from Pink Wedding Venues shares some top tips. By Abi Jackson. A decade ago, on March 29, 2014, the first same sex...


Kate’s cancer diagnosis: How to support a partner with cancer
The Princess of Wales has spoken about how her husband has helped throughout her diagnosis. The Princess of Wales has revealed she has...


How to wear spring’s floaty florals trend
From ditsy prints to beautiful bouquets, romance is in the air, says Sam Wylie-Harris. Sure to be a huge hit this summer, florals floated...


Keen to take up climbing? Top UK climber Shauna Coxsey on the ‘mind-blowing’ growth of the sport
With the Paris Olympics set to shine even greater light on the sport, Abi Jackson talks to Shauna Coxsey, one of the UK’s most successful...


Cost of living: Charity has donated unwanted toys to 3000 children
A toy charity in Caerphilly that collects unwanted toys and donates them to children in need across the Valleys, has saved 9000kg of...


Legendary crooner Tony Christie comes to town! Don’t miss the chance to see him at Gwyn Hall
Iconic crooner Tony Christie has announced he will be bringing his critically acclaimed theatre show 'A Life of Music' to the Gwyn Hall...


Carly Mercedes Dyer stars in The Drifters Girl at WMC
Coming to Wales Millennium Centre, 7-11 May, The Drifters Girl tells the remarkable story of The Drifters, one of the world’s greatest...


Thrilling adventures, mesmerising landscapes and gastronomic delights across Wales
Exploring countries by trails has certainly become an emerging trend this year. For those planning to hit the trails on holiday in 2024,...


Merthyr Tydfil Chilli & Chocolate Festival is back
Get ready for the spiciest party in town - the Merthyr Tydfil Chilli & Chocolate Festival in Penderyn Square, is back and it’s hotter...


The 39 Steps at New Theatre Cardiff
Alfred Hitchcock’s classic spy thriller, The 39 Steps, brilliantly and hilariously recreated for the stage as the smash hit Olivier and...


Gennaro Contaldo’s savoury asparagus tart recipe
Welcome in spring with this seasonal dish. “This delicious savoury tart is made for the spring, when asparagus is plentiful and at its...


7 wonderful wines for Easter feasting
These top drops will delight a happy bunny, says Sam Wylie-Harris. With the long bank holiday weekend beckoning, the sense of free spirit...


11 ways to work Easter splendour into your home
From decorated tablescapes, to cute chicks and bunnies, these festive homewares will style up your space. By Sam Wylie-Harris. When it...


Can playing Wordle boost your brain?
As the 1,000th Wordle goes live, experts explains the surprising benefits the daily word game has to offer. By Abi Jackson. Wordle took...
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