Author: Rhys Gregory

There’s a moment most of us have had – catching yourself in a video call, a candid photo, or a shop window reflection and thinking: I really should do something about my teeth. Maybe you’ve been thinking it for years. Maybe you even looked into it once, decided it was too complicated, too expensive, or just not for you, and quietly filed it away. If that sounds familiar, you’re far from alone. But something has shifted in the last couple of years, and 2026 might genuinely be the moment that shift reaches you. More Adults Are Doing This Than You…

Standard SaaS tools are built for the masses. They work well enough when a business is young, lean, and operating within fairly predictable boundaries. But companies evolve — teams grow, workflows get more complex, and the same tools that once felt like superpowers start feeling like straitjackets.  Recognising those inflection points early is what separates businesses that scale smoothly from those that spend months firefighting avoidable bottlenecks. When the moment comes to move beyond generic software, Brainence solutions, for instance, offer the kind of full-cycle SaaS development expertise that turns those operational pain points into tailored, purpose-built platforms. Does Your…

It’s the last chance for runners to sign up to this year’s Barry Island 10K as entries are close to selling out. With less than 300 general entries left, keen runners are being urged to secure their spot before it’s too late if they’re looking to take part in the popular seaside race. Record numbers registered for the 2025 edition and 2026 is set to be even bigger and better. Taking place on Sunday 17 May the 10K, which is set in the home of the iconic BBC sitcom Gavin and Stacey, promises a scenic route, unbeatable crowd support and a feel-good atmosphere carrying runners from the start right through to…

A Newport timber company offering work placements to care-experienced young people has become the first private sector company to sign the Welsh Government’s Corporate Parenting Charter. Premier Forest Products, working with Newport City Council, offers paid work placements for up to six young people a year along with mentoring support and educational tutoring where needed. To date, the company has supported 12 young people with placements across departments including finance, operations, logistics, and manufacturing, providing the confidence, structure, and opportunity to move successfully into the world of work. Each mentee is matched with an in-house mentor and receives wraparound support…

American hard rock outfit Mammoth are set to rock Cardiff to the core as they are added to the bill for the first ever BLACKBIRD FESTIVAL. Fronted by GRAMMY Award nominated songwriter, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Wolfgang Van Halen, Mammoth will join ALTER BRIDGE’s inaugural BLACKBIRD FESTIVAL when it takes over TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle on Saturday June 27. Mammoth complete a monumental lineup led by global rock heavyweights ALTER BRIDGE, with very special guests Skindred, Florence Black and Cardinal Black — promising a landmark day of high-voltage live music in the heart of Wales. And…

South Wales Police is continuing its investigation into the fatal road traffic collision which occurred on Penarth Road at its junction with Clare Road, Grangetown, on Wednesday (March 25, 2026) at 12.27pm. The family of Miracle Oladoyinbo, the 16-year-old boy who died when the bike he was riding collided with a SsangYong Tivoli, have paid the following tribute to him: “Miracle Oladoyinbo was a beacon of joy and compassion, a 16-year-old whose life was defined by a profound love for God and an unwavering commitment to his faith. A gifted musician, he didn’t just play music; he used his talents…

Three people have been arrested by South Wales Police following a series of threats made towards secondary schools in Cardiff earlier this month. The arrests relate to incidents reported between March 15 and March 18, 2026, which caused disruption and concern among schools, parents and the wider community. Police confirmed that two adults, a 44-year-old woman and a 47-year-old man, along with a 12-year-old boy from Birmingham, have been arrested on suspicion of bomb hoax offences under the Criminal Law Act 1977. All three remain in police custody. Assistant Chief Constable Thomas Williams said: “We understand the considerable concern this…

The founder of Hope House Children’s Hospices, one of the region’s biggest charities, is stepping down as one of its principal trustees. It was 35 years ago that Barbara Evans, now 73, together with a small group of parents and healthcare professionals, came up with the idea of a hospice to support local children with life-threatening conditions and their families. “It doesn’t feel like 35 years, not at all, because if you enjoy what you are doing and you can see children and families benefitting then time just flies,” says Barbara. The original working group comprised Caroline Peachey, whose daughter…

A North Wales bakery is exporting its signature Welsh Cakes to Japan for the first time after being contacted by a Tokyo-based British importer. The Jones Village Bakery’s traditional treats – along with its Welsh Batch, seeded loaves and white  barms – are on sale at the British Shop in the Japanese capital, marking another milestone in the company’s expanding export operation. The move came after the Wrexham-based family firm was contacted by ex-pat Mark Spencer who fell in love with the Welsh Cakes after tasting them at a trade show in Singapore. The Jones Village Bakery products are aimed…

Business confidence in Wales rose one point during March to 30% according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds. Companies in Wales reported higher confidence in their own trading outlook month-on-month, up 11 points at 46%. When taken alongside their optimism in the economy, down eight points to 14%, this gives a headline confidence reading of 30% (vs. 29% in February). The Business Barometer, which surveys 1,200 businesses monthly and which has been running since 2002, provides early signals about UK economic trends both regionally and nationwide. This month’s survey was conducted at the start of March, between 2 – 16th. Commenting on UK national confidence trends, Amanda Murphy,…