Author: Rhys Gregory

The sport of horse racing has remained popular in Wales throughout its illustrious history. Of course, it is certainly aided by the success of some of the biggest races on the calendar in the country, with the Welsh Grand National often attracting record-breaking crowds at Chepstow. However, the rich history in the sport has produced many prominent Welsh figures in the game, including current trainer Christian Williams. But, who are some of the best jockeys to have represented Wales in the saddle? If you like to get a horse betting bonus click here. Jack Anthony Jack Anthony was one of…

Aging is often seen as a negative process, but it doesn’t have to be! Even though we can’t tell time to stop, there are steps that we can take to help slow down the aging process. Being mindful of our diet, exercising regularly and taking NMN supplements are some simple changes that can make a big difference.  We should also stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water each day and use proper skin care to help keep our bodies looking young and healthy. By making small adjustments in our daily routine while also giving ourselves permission to relax and enjoy…

Throughout history, various cultures have greatly appreciated and utilised cannabis for its medicinal properties, ability to induce euphoria, and its capability to promote relaxation. It contains over 100 unique phytocannabinoids and has been discovered to have the ability to regulate pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory pathways as well as offer neuroprotective effects, amongst others. What is Cannabidiol (CBD)? Cannabidiol (CBD) is the second most common active substance found in medical cannabis (also known as medical marijuana). Alternatively, CBD can also be derived directly from the hemp plant (a close relative of marijuana) or be synthesised in a laboratory setting. Despite being one…

Dig out your flares and Go-Go boots and join us at MAMMA MIA! Enjoy the feel-good factor of the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical at the New Theatre, Cardiff. Don’t take this the wrong way, but the sing-along finale is the highlight of this performance. If it’s a tribute show with plenty of dancing in the aisles that you’re after, then you will be disappointed. But, if two hours of timeless ABBA hits being shoehorned into the thread of a supremely cheesy, pick-me-up plotline is more your bag, then sit back and enjoy. Before curtain-up, a voiceover warns…

Ambition North Wales is seeking applications for new projects to join their innovative Growth Deal portfolio after announcing a funding allocation of up to £30 million. The funding aims to support projects that have the potential to drive economic growth and create jobs in the region. Councillor Dyfrig Siencyn, Chair of the North Wales Economic Ambition Board, said: “We are delighted to announce this call for new projects, and we look forward to receiving applications that can demonstrate how they can contribute to our Growth Deal aims and create a sustainable and long-term economic impact here in North Wales.” “We…

People in Swansea Bay who have survived bowel cancer will be the first in the UK to be offered a unique blood test to make sure it has not returned. Guidelines require these patients to have a follow-up colonoscopy after a given period to check they remain cancer-free. But delays caused by Covid means many of them have had to wait far longer than the guidelines recommend. So a blood test, initially created in Swansea to screen patients going to their GP with possible bowel cancer symptoms, will now be offered to 200 people who have waited the longest for…

By September 2023, the national speed limit on restricted/residential roads across Wales will change from 30 mph to 20 mph. This is a Welsh Government legislation, and during a Cabinet meeting held on 14 February 2023, Ceredigion Councillors discussed the plans for the county. Since there are no roads with restricted status in Ceredigion, the change is being introduced through the Traffic Regulation Order process. This means that we will be consulting with the public on all proposed new speed limit arrangements, including advertising through notices on site, in the press and on the Council’s website. Full details will be…

Ogi, Wales’s leading alternative network provider (altnet), has today revealed plans to freeze prices – including this April’s mid-contract rise – until at least March 2024. While millions of households are bracing themselves for price increases across their utility services this Spring, Ogi will ‘buck the trend’ and scrap this year’s annual price rise for existing customers, while continuing to offer its 6-months free deal to new home-users, all in a bid to help ease the pressure on rising household bills. The Wales-based broadband provider, which reduced its overall package prices by 10% in response to the cost-of-living last year,…

Neath Port Talbot Council has announced the launch of an “unrivalled” support package for Wales, UK and global business leaders and entrepreneurs to set up in the region. The council has unveiled its free and confidential ‘Front and Centre for Business’ package as part of a wider effort to encourage Welsh, UK and international companies to establish their operations in Neath Port Talbot. As part of the support package Neath Port Talbot’s Economic Development Team will help businesses access potential funding streams, locate potential property, and apply for planning permissions and permits. They will also connect them to local business…

Age Cymru is urging eligible older people to claim their £200 from the Winter Fuel Support Scheme before it closes on 28 February 2023. The Welsh Government introduced the scheme back in September 2022 to support low-income households during the cost-of-living crisis. To make a claim people must complete, and submit, an application form from their local authority before the deadline date. The forms are available on your local authority website. However, if you are unsure about applying via the website contact your local authority to ask about what additional support is available or whether there are alternative ways of…