Once partitioned from England by ‘Offa’s Dyke,’ a lengthy earthwork separating warring tribes, Wales’ boundary with its larger neighbor runs for around 160 miles. Aside from the Dee estuary in the north, and the Severn estuary to the south, this barrier crosses fields and hills, traversing roads and villages. Although governed by London as part of the UK, Wales retains fierce independence. One thing you must never do is call a Welshman English! If you fancy your chances with one of these Celtic romantics, you could always start your quest by joining an online dating service. On https://www.datingadvicehelp.com it is…
Author: Alice Gregory
Alice Gregory
Entertainment & Features Writer
Let’s be honest. It’s hard to get rid of your single status in 2020. The entire world of dating in Wales (and everywhere else on the planet, really) has drastically changed since the onset of the pandemic. We are trying to stop the spread of a virus by putting social connections on hold. So, what to do if you’re lonely and searching for love? Or, even trying to keep that bond with a special someone? You need a real way to expand your social network. The more you forget about your dating patterns that worked when things were “normal,” the…
Monmouthshire County Council order over 5,000 period products from social enterprise Hey Girls ahead of students returning to school in September. In April 2019 the Welsh Government launched the Period Dignity Grant allowing schools to provide period products freely for their students. A Plan UK study conducted in 2018 found that 1 in 10 girls and women are living in period poverty, unable to afford or access products from month to month. The grant means that no pupil will be caught short at school and can have a safe and dignified period. Cllr Sara Jones, Cabinet Member for Social Justice…
Strong relationships are always built on trust. No matter how difficult it is for two people, they should always be able to reveal to each other and become even closer after going through trouble. However, there is an opinion that the gentle sex is much more sensitive to any changes in familiar communication. Therefore, many guys often ask: how can I find out if a girl is cheating on me? After all, guys don’t always correctly guess female signals and signs, and therefore they can simply miss the moment when their Russian brides begin to drift apart. It is difficult…
It’s officially summer and you know what that means! It is time to explore and play with some dramatic, bright & fun colours, as well as nail polishes. Are you trying to find the perfect nail shade and explore some modern & new styles? If so, you will enjoy this list, where we will present the top 6 shades that will be everywhere during the summer season! Keep on reading and find your perfect match! 1. TIFFANY BLUE A deep dark & chocolate tan will look beautiful once paired along with these bright blue nails! Women who love turquoise or…
Cameras will soon start rolling again in Wales as work on high profile productions are set to begin, following the Welsh Government coronavirus regulations and guidance, after a very difficult time for the film and TV industry across the world. Productions in Wales affected included the third series of television drama Keeping Faith / Un Bore Mercher produced by Vox Pictures based in Cardiff Bay. Production was halted back in March but they hope to resume filming towards the end of July. Adrian Bate – Vox Pictures, said: “The filming on ‘Keeping Faith’ Series 3 was halted mid-production in March but…
A group of independent coffee shops and restaurants in Cardiff has teamed up to promote #ContactlessCoffee, and encourage the safe and hygienic use of reusable coffee cups as lockdown restrictions lift. Pettigrew Bakery & Tearooms, Bloc Coffee, Brodies Coffee, Dusty Knuckle, and The Little Man Garage have all pledged to accept reusable cups again as they reopen, and to offer discounts and special offers to the customers who use them. The campaign is based on an initiative from City to Sea, the award-winning, Bristol-based organisation turning the tide on single-use plastic. They recently launched the #ContactlessCoffee campaign, which began as a pilot in Bristol, with a short video for cafes highlighting the latest best…
A town festival that attracts thousands is to return for 2021 – after being cancelled amid the Coronavirus crisis. Having had to postpone this year’s event due to the Covid-19 outbreak, organisers of Flint Festival have confirmed the hugely popular two week event will return next year. The festival, which attracted more than 3,000 people over a two-week period last year, has been pencilled in for July 2-11 2021. Among the scheduled attractions will be the family fun day to kick off proceedings at Flint Castle, as well as a dog show, Flint’s Got Talent event and pop-up restaurant before…
In a new programme to celebrate her 40th birthday, Katherine Jenkins invites viewers to sit back and take a trip down memory lane. Katherine Jenkins at 40 features interviews and an exclusive look at her life in lockdown as she approaches this important birthday. “I invite people to join me for a slice of cake and a trip down memory lane as we raid the archives, live life in lockdown and mark this milestone together,” said the Neath-born singer. “Thank you BBC Wales for giving me a reason to reminisce, appreciate and share some of my favourite performances and personal…
Dirty Martini is shaking things up once again with the launch of Dirty Martini ‘At Home’. Recognised for the finest cocktails, always freshly prepared, Dirty Martini is one of the first brands in the UK to provide a national service whereby their drinks are freshly prepared in-bar and delivered straight to your door. Launched this week and made in bespoke batches, the first collection sold out in just five hours. Customers can choose from a selection of classics from the signature menu including the Wild Strawberry Martini, Espresso Martini, Blood Orange & Vanilla Martini, Lychee & Rose Martini and Passion…