Author: Rhys Gregory

Since its inception in 2009, Bitcoin has revolutionized the world of cryptocurrencies, garnering the attention of investors, tech enthusiasts, and economists worldwide. Bitcoin is a store of value but investing in it is risky. Educate yourself about investing at Altrix Edge site and make informed decisions right away. What is a Store of Value? A store of value is an asset or medium that can maintain its purchasing power over time. It is characterized by stability and the ability to preserve wealth, even in the face of inflation or economic turbulence. Historically, stores of value have included commodities like gold,…

Bitcoin, the world’s leading cryptocurrency, has long been admired for its decentralized nature and transparency. However, the transparency of Bitcoin’s blockchain has its drawbacks, particularly when it comes to privacy. The pseudo-anonymous nature of Bitcoin transactions has raised concerns about the exposure of sensitive financial information and the potential for surveillance. In response to these concerns, developers and enthusiasts have been exploring various methods to enhance transaction privacy within the Bitcoin network. One such solution gaining traction is CoinSwap. Putting in hard work while trading is not going to deliver you results, but gaining education will. Learn about investing at…

A talented young goalkeeper from Gwynedd showed his deadly accuracy from free kicks to win a top prize. As a result Noah Wyn Jones, 11,  from Tregarth, near Bethesda, has been presented with the shirt of one of his footballing heroes, Wrexham AFC midfielder James Jones. Noah took on the challenge of kicking a ball at cut-out footballers mounted on a trailer for a competition devised by the club’s long-term sponsors, Ifor Williams Trailers. The company joined forces with the community engagement team at Wrexham AFC to take the game on a tour of major events. Among them was the…

Principality Building Society has proudly announced that over £1 million of donations have now been distributed to 97 community groups and charities across Wales, thanks to its Future Generations Fund, which was founded in 2022 in partnership with Community Foundation Wales. The project aims to create a lasting legacy for future generations by investing in projects that address the economic, social, environmental and cultural wellbeing of young people in Wales. The fund also enables charities and community groups to help young people have access to healthy food and other essential items, whilst focusing on providing mental health support, taking steps…

The Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre proudly announces a milestone achievement as ‘Beauty and the Beast’ concludes its remarkable run, setting a new standard as our highest-selling pantomime to date. This festive production has shattered records and captured the hearts of over 27,000 attendees, including 10,500 pupils and teachers. The overwhelming response reflects the sheer magic and enchantment that audiences experienced. Led by Newport’s cherished comic, Richard Elis, along with the stellar performances by a talented cast including, Aled Pugh, Phoebe Holmes, and Gareth Tempest, ‘Beauty and the Beast’ delighted audiences with an extraordinary display of talent. Newcomers Elian West,…

Hay Festival is set to expand its audience further this year with new events, live and online, supported by a new multi-year funding agreement with the Unwin Charitable Trust. Free monthly events tied to the relaunched Hay Festival Book Club will begin later this month. Celebrating timeless titles that offer audiences a break from their day-to-day, Hay Festival Book Club invites readers to imagine the world through great literature. January’s selection – Wendy Cope’s The Orange and other poems – will be explored in the first of the free online events on Thursday 18 January, 7-8pm at hayfestival.org/hay-festival-book-club. Further titles to be explored through the…

A Cardiff estate agents has shared its outlook for lettings and sales for the next year. Thomas H Wood, which has offices in Whitchurch and Radyr, has been helping customers buy, sell and rent homes across south Wales for over 50 years. The experienced lettings team has noticed a trend of upward rents over the last few years which is set to continue in 2024. John Wood, director of Thomas H Wood, said: “Since the end of lockdown, we have seen a surge in property rents in the private rented sector and the rent increases are set to continue this…

Neath Port Talbot Council is to help fund a major refurbishment of the landmark former Royal British Legion building in Eastland Road, Neath. The aim is to turn the now mostly derelict structure into an attractive centre for bars and other local businesses with improvements to its exterior and interior spaces. At their meeting on January 12th, 2024, members of the council’s Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board approved a £82,500 Commercial Property Grant to fund almost half the estimated £172,000 cost of the transformation work. The grant will be used by the private owner of the building to…

Full-time Nursery pupils in Bridgend County Borough are now eligible for free school meals, as the Universal Primary Free School Meal initiative continues to be rolled out to even more learners. Previously, Year 3 pupils became eligible in September 2023, Year 1 and Year 2 pupils in April 2023 and Reception pupils in September 2022. In line with Welsh Government requirements, the offer is scheduled to be further extended to Year 4 pupils in April 2024, and to Year 5 and Year 6 pupils from September 2024. The scheme was launched by Welsh Government in 2022 to help families ease…

Plans for an initial twenty-three Cardiff Council buildings to benefit from a £1.8 million energy saving retrofit programme that would save money and reduce carbon emissions have been revealed, as the local authority continues it’s One Planet Cardiff work to become carbon neutral. Green, locally sourced electricity already provides the power for council buildings wherever possible, but the twenty-two school buildings provisionally identified for the first round of the programme alongside Channel View Leisure Centre, still produce 1595.7 tonnes CO2e annually, at a cost of more than £1.1million for 7.7million kWh of energy. The Re:Fit programme which is managed and…