Western Mail - April 26, 2025
Western Mail - April 26, 2025
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April 26, 2025
'When you look around Wales, it has so many amazing opportunities location-wise'
FILM director Gareth Evans is discussing his love for Swansea's Gower coastline a short walk from his home in the idyllic quiet spot in an accent so muddled it's hard to tell whether he's British or American, let alone Welsh.
6 mins
Consultation shows massive support for fast-ferry service crossing the Bristol Channel
A SHORTLIST of destinations for a potential ferry service linking Swansea and the south-west of England, along with a design of the vessel itself, could be published in a report in January next year.
4 mins
Thousands expected on independence march
THOUSANDS of people are expected to march today calling for Welsh independence.
1 min
Eni makes deal for Wales carbon capture project
ENI has announced it has reached a financial deal with the UK Government on a carbon capture scheme under the sea off north Wales.
2 mins
Driver got father to try to stop the police
A DANGEROUS driver who was being chased by police got his father to go in front of a police vehicle in a bid to prevent him from being caught.
2 mins
Mum-of-three: 'If I worked full-time, I would be worse off'
A NEW report has raised significant questions about the access to social security systems across the UK, particularly in Wales.
4 mins
'ALL BETS ARE OFF' WHEN IT COMES TO NEXT POPE'S IDENTITY
THE identity of the next pope is \"totally unpredictable\", a Vatican expert said, adding that the timely release of the film Conclave has likely sparked the public's interest in the centuries-old process.
2 mins
Senior global figures set to gather for a papal farewell
THE pope's funeral today will be a \"masterpiece\" in stage managing \"big egos\" says a UK cardinal as world leaders fly in to pay their respects.
2 mins
Russian general killed by car bomb near Moscow
A RUSSIAN general has been killed by a car bomb, Russia's top criminal investigation agency said yesterday, in the second such attack on a top Russian military officer in four months.
1 min
Trump says Russia will retain control of Crimea
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump has said in an interview that “Crimea will stay with Russia” as Ukraine comes under mounting pressure to make concessions to end the war between the two countries.
2 mins
Princess pays tribute to Anzac heroes of Gallipoli
THE Princess Royal has remembered “brave Anzacs” in their own words during a dawn service in north-west Turkey where thousands fell 110 years ago.
1 min
Trio 'nearly succeeded' in plot to kill ex-cagefighter
THREE men have been jailed for plotting to kill a former cagefighter convicted of Britain’s largest cash robbery.
3 mins
Police appeal over missing man
POLICE are appealing for help to find a missing man.
1 min
Girl, 12, fighting for life as seven injured in crash
POLICE have renewed appeals for witnesses, after a crash left seven people in hospital, including a 12-year-old girl with “life-threatening injuries”.
2 mins
Elderly pet savaged by dog in car park
AN ELDERLY dog was attacked by a dog that is regularly left to 'roam the streets' in a town centre.
2 mins
Skeleton discovered as dig discloses Iron Age secrets
A RITUALLY buried skeleton and second prehistoric settlement have been found at a popular tourist site in Wales.
3 mins
Trapped in homes as visitors flock to the beach
A COASTAL village again found itself marooned in a sea of traffic as visitors surged to a tree-lined beach.
2 mins
'Household energy bills set to fall'
HOUSEHOLD energy bills are set to fall in July after US President Donald Trump's trade tariffs caused a slump in global gas prices, according to a forecast from energy consultancy Cornwall Insight.
1 min
Boys held after blaze guts chapel
TWO teenagers have been arrested after a fire which engulfed an historic chapel.
1 min
Giant solar farm plans revealed
PLANS for a giant solar farm stretching across the boundaries of three local authorities have been unveiled.
1 min
A-lister says town is one of his favourites in world
A-LIST actor Damian Lewis has shared his love for Llandeilo as the town’s literary festival gets under way this weekend.
1 min
Burger van attack victim tells of 'terrifying ordeal'
A TEENAGER caused horrendous injuries when he attacked a pensioner for no clear reason while queueing for a burger van, Cardiff Crown Court heard.
3 mins
Police issue warning as cannabis farm is found
POLICE have uncovered a huge cannabis factory operation in a quiet street.
1 min
Coffee shop's bid for 'ugly' giant sign is turned down
A DRIVE-THROUGH coffee shop off the M4 has been refused permission to put up a giant sign due to “visual pollution” concerns.
2 mins
These tiny meals are 'causing riots' in a Welsh prison
A damning report found that 'not having enough to eat' was a factor in feeding high levels of violence at HMP Parc. Investigations editor Conor Gogarty reports
5 mins
'I agreed to help the local post office in my retirement and it ruined my life'
LIFE couldn't have been going much better for Alun Lloyd Jones when he was invited to take over his local post office in the village of Llanfarian, in Ceredigion.
6 mins
CALIFORNIA SCHEMING...
With vivid colours and big impact, Californian lilac is a dream in spring
2 mins
REAL BARN STORMER!
HERE'S something enchanting about this wonderful dream home for sale called The Tythegston Barns.
2 mins
£1.45m boost for quarry expansion
A STONE quarry is looking to expand under new ownership following a £1.45m joint debt funding deal with HSBC and the Development Bank of Wales.
1 min
Firm hands out £9.9m in loan funding
COMMUNITY lending specialist BCRS Business Loans provided debt funding of £10m in its last financial year to support the growth of SMEs across Wales and the West Midlands.
2 mins
UK exported £59.3bn of goods to US last year ahead of tariffs
THE US was the UK’s largest export partner again last year as it purchased £59.3bn of UK goods ahead of President Donald Trump's new tariff rules, according to official figures.
1 min
Next six months crucial in UK efforts to kick-start economy
THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) delivered a depressing but realistic assessment of the economy when it this week downgraded its growth forecast for the UK from 1.6% to 1.1%, the sharpest revision among our major competitors.
4 mins
More seek 'breathing space' from debt burden
THE number of people needing \"breathing space\" from their debts jumped by 4% in March compared with the same month a year earlier, according to Insolvency Service figures.
2 mins
Rathbone expecting a cracker in today’s big promotion clash
OLLIE Rathbone hopes the Stok Cae Ras will play host to a blockbuster this evening as Wrexham and Charlton Athletic lock horns knowing both clubs remain in the race for automatic promotion from League One (5.30pm).
1 min
Sheehan possibly a step closer to being given the Swans job
ALAN Sheehan has moved a step closer to landing a long-term deal with Swansea City, following positive talks with the club's hierarchy this week.
2 mins
Williams handed the reins for County's final two matches
FIRST team coach Dafydd Williams will step up to take interim charge of Newport County AFC for the remaining two games of the 2024-2025 campaign, starting with today's trip to Fleetwood Town.
2 mins
'We all have to to take some responsibility for situation we're in' – Chambers
ALUM Chambers has said everyone at the club must take accountability for this season’s failings.
2 mins
Lynn switches up pack for Wales' final Six Nations clash in Italy
WALES women have made three changes to their pack for the final Six Nations match against Italy in Parma tomorrow morning (11.30am).
2 mins
Costelow back as Scarlets look to take down leaders
WALES duo Sam Costelow and Johnny Williams return for play-off chasing Scarlets for their crucial URC game against leaders Leinster at Parc-y-Scarlets today (5.15pm)
2 mins
Beard and Lydiate will both say farewell in derby clash
WALES lock Adam Beard has won his fitness battle to bid farewell to the Ospreys fans in the URC derby against Dragons at Swansea.com stadium this afternoon (3).
2 mins
Reddin reveals talks with Welsh legends
New director of rugby sought views of Biggar and Roberts before taking WRU job
2 mins
'I had no idea anyone would give a sh*t'
Their 13th studio album Make 'em Laugh, Make 'em Cry, Make 'em Wait is 'classic Stereophonics' says Cwmaman's Kelly Jones, but with a flavour of the band in 2025. In this exclusive interview, he tells all to Lifestyle editor Kathryn Williams
9 mins
Fix my heart? This week proved it's working just fine
SO WHERE are we? Ah, yes. Approaching the end of April. Which, according to my seed packets, is the last possible point at which my planned sowing (sunflowers, sweet peas, Welsh poppies) can take place if they're to germinate in time.
5 mins
The 'haunted' luxury hotel where medieval monks once lived
FOUND in one of Wales' key historic towns, The Priory Hotel in Caerleon boasts a rich history of its own. The hotel, set inside the 12th-century former Cistercian monastery, has recently had a stylish but sympathetic makeover and should be high on your wish list for a night away.
6 mins
I'm not a self-help book kind of girl...
Radio presenter Jo Whiley tells Lauren Taylor how swimming and gardening help boost her well-being, but sometimes she craves solitude
4 mins
I'm going to enjoy the here and now
THE memorable final scene of the 2024 film Saltburn led to a huge resurgence in Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s 2001 hit Murder on the Dancefloor.
3 mins
A CUT above
Scissor Sisters star Jake Shears tells Marion McMullen why it has taken 20 years to celebrate the success of their debut album
3 mins
A 20th-century Jane Austen
In A year filled with centenaries of famous novels, including Virginia Woolf's Mrs Dalloway, F Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby and Franz Kafka's The Trial, another novel also quietly turns 100.
3 mins
There's no higher purpose in life than to spread joy
DO YOU like your crime true, cosy or would you rather go to bed without thoughts of murder rattling around your head? “Crime divides the room,” says journalist and BBC Radio 2 host Jeremy Vine.
5 mins
Award-winning café does something mind-blowing with doughnuts
Crwst has garnered a cult following for its brunch and bakery items and has also caught the eye of food writers, as Portia Jones reports
3 mins
Slow & steady
CAREFULLY cutting around a pastry top, it's lifted off the bowl to reveal a lamb shank leg inside - the tender meat effortlessly falling off the bone as it's removed and mixed into the rice.
2 mins
Tiny restaurant overlooking Welsh beach serves the best Asian food you'll find
For almost a decade, Cosy Corner Lounge built up a reputation for being the place to go in Porthcawl if you wanted the best seasonal dishes served on small plates - along with a cocktail or two - in a gorgeous location. Based on the seafront, it amassed awards and, perhaps more importantly, was the place that locals would recommend for the perfect evening out.
3 mins
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Language: English
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