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Iwan Llwyd: Inspirational writer who popularised Welsh poetry
One of his books, Rhyw Deid yn Dod Miwn ("A tide coming in", 2008), celebrates the coast of Wales, not the usual tourist spots, but those where man intrudes on the natural scene. Born in the village of Carno, Montgomeryshire…
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New Saints to break new ground against Anderlecht
Llansantffraid FC had achieved little in the first 30 years of their existence until three promotions in four seasons took the club into the League of Wales in 1993. Last season's leading goalscorer was Chris Sharp, the son of… -
BBC Proms: Doctor Who, Royal Albert Hall, London
No doubt some purists will feel that composers such as Wagner should be honoured in a six-hour Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, as per the previous weekend, rather than with a rambunctious "Ride of the Valkyries" performed by… -
Economic Quangos: English regions will suffer
The English regions will be at a disadvantage to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, which will keep their development agencies that attract foreign investment. The Strategic Advisory Board for Intellectual Property Policy, SITPRO - View wales visually. Visit the NewsWall.
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BBC pinning One Show hopes on 'Christine Bleakley lookalike'
Wales. She also co-hosted Jonathan with former rugby player Jonathan Davies during the 2010 Six Nations Championship and is a regular co-host on Real Radio GMG in Wales. The One Show editor Sandy Smith said: "Alex is warm,… -
House prices fall as demand declines
House prices fell in five regions of England and Wales during July, with The average cost of a home dropped by 0.1% during the month to £158,700, the first fall recorded by the index for 15 months, according to property… -
Location location location: UK's top cinematic spots
In Yorkshire, in Robin Hood Bay, we have pointed the camera in one direction for Wales and then turned it east, on its tripod, for the White Cliffs of “We want to turn the wheels on the camera not those of the camera car”… -
Graphite backs Teaching buyout
Personnel has a network of 32 branches, and supplies teachers, teaching assistants and nursery nurses on a short- and long-term basis to 4,000 primary and secondary schools in England and Wales. The country's third largest… -
Britain's royals post family pictures online
Diana, Princess of Wales, Prince Charles' first wife who died in a Paris car crash in 1997, is included in photos with her two sons, Princes William and Harry, although she does not have a dedicated 'channel' like the other royals. -
Inequalities in early deaths rising in Britain
They analysed mortality data for England, Wales and Scotland using statistics for the entire population aged under 75 from 1990 to 2007 and the whole population under 65 from 1921-39, 1950-53, 1959-63, 1969-73 and 1981-2007.
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Iwan Llwyd: Inspirational writer who popularised Welsh poetry
One of his books, Rhyw Deid yn Dod Miwn ("A tide coming in", 2008), celebrates the coast of Wales, not the usual tourist spots, but those where man intrudes on the natural scene. Born in the village of Carno, Montgomeryshire… -
Economic Quangos: English regions will suffer
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BBC pinning One Show hopes on 'Christine Bleakley lookalike'
Sport
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New Saints to break new ground against Anderlecht
Llansantffraid FC had achieved little in the first 30 years of their existence until three promotions in four seasons took the club into the League of Wales in 1993. Last season's leading goalscorer was Chris Sharp, the son of… -
Outside the Box: Barron enjoys four minutes of fame then calls it quits
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Fulham have not approached Jones say Cardiff
Arts and Entertainment
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BBC Proms: Doctor Who, Royal Albert Hall, London
No doubt some purists will feel that composers such as Wagner should be honoured in a six-hour Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, as per the previous weekend, rather than with a rambunctious "Ride of the Valkyries" performed by… -
Location location location: UK's top cinematic spots
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On the agenda: Fitzrovia Radio Hour; Akala; Ane Lan's Dream Chamber;…
Opinion
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Mark Hughes: A hard act to follow – especially with fewer police
A survey has predicted that 60,000 jobs could be lost at police forces across England and Wales. Ministers would have hoped that yesterday's statistics might show an increase in crime – allowing them to blame the previous… -
Susie Rushton: The dull truth about holidays at home
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Letters: Lords and education
Lifestyle
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House prices fall as demand declines
House prices fell in five regions of England and Wales during July, with The average cost of a home dropped by 0.1% during the month to £158,700, the first fall recorded by the index for 15 months, according to property… -
Britain's royals post family pictures online
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Inequalities in early deaths rising in Britain
Travel
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The ultimate travel challenge: Look no further for a last-minute family holiday
For those seeking to simply get away and unwind amid the chaos of the summer holidays, this an ideal location for exploring the beaches and countryside of West Wales". Late deals sometimes turn out to be a bit of a swizz –… -
Camping without all the carry on
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To keep your carbon footprint light, follow this hop-on hop-off guide
Money
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Tough times call for splitting a home in two
According to the most recent data collated by Communities and Local Government (CLG), there were 18.5 million separate owner-occupied homes across England and Wales in 2007. There are, however, some lucky exceptions – those… -
Don't let childcare ruin the summer holidays
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'Debt is good' message may be luring young people to disaster
Student
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Postgrad queries: Am I too old to become a lawyer? Can media studies lead…
First, given different legal systems across the UK, I’ll have to confine myself to explaining options for a law career in England and Wales. Masters. There are two bodies: the Institute of Sport and Recreation Management… -
Sustainable education: eco-palace rises in the West
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Taste of a rewarding occupation: How dietitians are striving to improve…
Environment
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Bird symbolising true love fading from the skies
But just as fidelity is not what it used to be, so turtle doves are vanishing fast, and have gone from much of Britain, including Wales and Scotland. The turtle dove, famed in folklore and literature as the creature which is… -
Surge in hydropower schemes since 2000
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From wallabies to chipmunks, the exotic creatures thriving in the UK