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Why we need to reconsider the early story of how Celtic languages spread
New insights from archaeology, genetics and early inscriptions are helping to uncover the story of Celtic languages in Britain and Ireland, as Simon Rodway explains
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January 02, 2026
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Met Office widens snow warning in Wales update
A YELLOW weather warning for snow and ice has expanded across Wales as the Met Office warns of travel disruption and a potential threat of injuries.
1 min |
January 02, 2026
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Welsh location for Sky’s ‘atmospheric’ thriller
SKY has revealed its intriguing new drama set in the fictitious Welsh town of Morfa Halen will be launching at the end of this month.
1 min |
January 02, 2026
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Fungus ‘superpowers’ could help restore forests
A SCOTTISH company is helping to regrow forests with specially-made mushroom pellets, using the “superpowers” of fungi.
1 min |
January 02, 2026
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Exiles edged out by league leaders as they can't back-up Monday's success
NEWPORT
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January 02, 2026
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Resurgent Dragons turn back the Scarlets in bonus victory
THE Dragons kicked off 2026 with a remarkable bonus point derby win over the Scarlets, defeating the west Walians 28-5 at Rodney Parade.
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January 02, 2026
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Man pointed ‘Glock-like’ gun at traffic on bridge
A MAN brandished a Glock-like handgun in the street “like a gangster’, a court has heard.
1 min |
January 02, 2026
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Growing firms put faith in park estate
TWO firms are driving impressive growth, having expanded into new space at Mamhilad Park Estate (MPE) in Pontypool.
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January 02, 2026
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Council worker’s racist tirade lands him in jail
A COUNCIL worker subjected people in a shop to a tirade of vile racist abuse and told them to “go home” and “get back on the boats”.
3 min |
January 02, 2026
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Hardy stars as Ospreys are just far too good for Cardiff
THE Ospreys started the new year with a bang as they comfortably beat Cardiff 33-22 to move into the United Rugby Championship playoff places.
3 min |
January 02, 2026
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I had a magnet pulling me back to the stage
The future is looking peachy for Ania Magliano. She talks to MARION MCMULLEN about Taskmaster, trains and touring
4 min |
January 02, 2026
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Murphy aims to get England in a spin in final Test
AUSTRALIA’S Todd Murphy is crossing his fingers that spin finally gets a chance to shine in the Ashes, but the pitch at Sydney looks green a few days out from the New Year Test.
2 min |
January 02, 2026
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Fulton emerges as an unlikely new year hero for the Swans
JAY Fulton's first goal for nearly 13 months handed Swansea City a fourth straight home win at the expense of West Brom.
3 min |
January 02, 2026
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This is about people showing up for each other. It's a love story
HUGH JACKMAN AND KATE HUDSON TALK TO LYNN RUSK ABOUT MUSIC, RESILIENCE AND THEIR LOVE OF NEIL DIAMOND IN THEIR NEW FILM, SONG SUNG BLUE
4 min |
January 02, 2026
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Nomads stun the Saints and cut lead down to four points
CONNAH'S Quay Nomads cut the gap at the top of the JD Cymru Premier table to four points with a magnificent 3-1 home triumph over league leaders and reigning champions The New Saints.
3 min |
January 02, 2026
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'Arrogant' driver crashed car while on cocktail of drugs
AN \"ARROGANT\" drugged-up driver changed his clothes at the wheel before crashing into a line of stationary cars, a court has heard.
3 min |
January 02, 2026
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Second-highest boat migrant numbers in 2025
A TOTAL of 41,472 migrants arrived in the UK in 2025 after crossing the English Channel - the second-highest annual figure on record.
2 min |
January 02, 2026
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Around 40 dead and 115 hurt in fire at celebration
ABOUT 40 people were killed and another 115 injured, most of them seriously, during a new year celebration in a Swiss Alpine bar, police said.
3 min |
January 02, 2026
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Bluebirds frustrated as they have to settle for just a point
CARDIFF
2 min |
January 02, 2026
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Premiership boss Dickens hails Jones
NEWCASTLE Red Bulls head coach Alan Dickens has hailed the growing influence of former Wales star Stephen Jones.
1 min |
January 01, 2026
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The prime city location which has promised so much but remains an overgrown eyesore
The land has changed hands a number of times but nothing has got off the ground, as Local democracy reporter Richard Youle explains
5 min |
January 01, 2026
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Secondary placed in special measures after Estyn inspection
A SECONDARY school has been placed into special measures after an inspection.
1 min |
January 01, 2026
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MASSAGE, HEAT & LIFT - ALL IN ONE CHAIR
Introducing the Colfax Power Motion Lift-Assist Recliner - the perfect fusion of comfort, style, and functionality.
1 min |
January 01, 2026
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'Bottom-up' recovery predicted for housing market in 2026
THE housing market is set for a strong start in 2026, according to property experts, as home buyers make the most of falls in mortgage rates and put some of last year’s uncertainties behind them.
3 min |
January 01, 2026
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New-look Six Nations cut as mid-week match introduced for first time
THE new year is upon us and the latest Six Nations is just around the corner.
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January 01, 2026
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'Now is the time that change has to happen' - the man standing on the cusp of taking Wales' biggest job
IF THE polls are right then Rhun ap Iorwerth is just 127 days away from doing something no-one else in his party has been able to do, and becoming Plaid Cymru's first ever First Minister.
9 min |
January 01, 2026
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Energy bills on rise again from today
MANY households' energy bills will rise today, as a swathe of cold health alerts has been issued for areas of the UK.
2 min |
January 01, 2026
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'Why are you not seeing what is right in front of you?' - Shanklin to WRU
TOM Shanklin has urged the Welsh Rugby Union to take note after bumper Boxing Day crowds once again underlined the enduring appeal of regional derbies, questioning why decision-makers appear willing to move away from what supporters so clearly want.
1 min |
January 01, 2026
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Why time is running out for the most famous tree in Wales
The solitary birch tree in Llyn Padarn has become a magnet for photographers and sightseers, but its days are numbered, as Andrew Forgrave reports
4 min |
January 01, 2026
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A kids' show with real spirit...
MARION MCMULLEN looks at how children's television was spookily good 50 years ago
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