Author: Rhys Gregory

A rugby player from Cardiff has been nominated for a national award after raising £60,000 for Headway Cardiff and South East Wales brain injury charity.  Just a month after the birth of their second child, Chris Case’s wife Alex suffered a subarachnoid brain haemorrhage, also known as a bleed on the brain. “All I could think about was how I might lose Alex and have to bring up a two-year old child and four-week-old baby alone,” said Chris. “My wife and my children are my whole world, so I was completely terrified.” Alex was told that she required clipping or…

In front of over 200 guests, the Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards, in partnership with Torfaen Voluntary Alliance, Coleg Gwent, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Bron Afon Community Housing and Melin Homes took place on Friday, 21 October 2022 at the Parkway Hotel & Spa. The awards recognised those who regularly do good across the voluntary sector, business, and the local community, and this year’s event was full of incredible and heart-warming stories. Hosted by Smooth Radio’s Jason Harrold, guests including the Lord Lieutenant also enjoyed a performance by 15-year-old harpist Anieri Richards, dance students from the Performing Arts of…

Aberystwyth University has signed up to a new partnership with a Japanese university in a boost to its climate change research. The new memorandum of understanding with Ritsumeikan University includes exchanging research and joint investment in cutting-edge technology. As part of the partnership, the two universities are collaborating on major projects studying climate change in Mexico and Japan. In southern Mexico, a joint team will investigate records of past climate change in the region and its role in the collapse of the Classic Mayan civilisation. Professor Sarah Davies, Head of Geography and Earth Sciences at Aberystwyth University said: “It’s a…

Jewellery trends are always changing, and 2022 looks set to be the year that personalised and bespoke jewellery really takes off. There are many different types of personalised jewellery, including initial pendants and engraved signet rings. Memorial jewellery is also soaring in popularity as a special way to keep your loved one in your memories. If you’re looking for unique jewellery ideas for 2022 and beyond, why not check out some of these incredible ideas. Memorial jewellery Memorial jewellery is a special kind of jewellery that has been growing in popularity over the past few years. It is jewellery that…

All Pembrokeshire County Council car parks will once again be free to use on Saturdays and Sundays in December. Parking will be free in Authority car parks on: ·                  Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th ·                  Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th ·                  Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th ·                  Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th ·                  Saturday 31st

Many people don’t know much about them, but the truth is that tree surveys play a key role in protecting our environment. A tree survey is an evaluation of the condition of trees on a property. A tree surveyor will examine the trees for hazards such as dead or broken branches, decay, and insect infestation. They will also assess the tree’s overall health and make care recommendations. Tree surveys are a valuable tool for assessing the health of a tree and may be able to identify potential problems that may affect the tree in the future, among a host of…

After a tough first half of the year, optimism seems to be returning to Netflix. The year 2022 started badly for the Californian company with a significant loss of customers and a sharp drop in the value of its shares. Fortunately for the platform, its third quarter results have been much more positive and it is recovering both on the stock market and in terms of the number of customers. A difficult first half of the year The main investment portals, which in addition to crypto trading, forex and other securities, focus on shares and CFD’s, reflected in their charts…

Kitchen upgrades are among the most common home improvements people undertake for a wide variety of reasons. As high-traffic and intensely used areas, kitchens tend to be subjected to a lot of wear and tear over time, so sooner or later, you’ll have to repair certain parts or purchase new appliances and equipment to keep your kitchen in top-notch condition. Or, maybe you just moved into a new house and realised that the existing kitchen doesn’t suit your needs or your design vision. It may also be that your kitchen still functions perfectly, but you simply grew tired of its…

Busbar electrical systems are also known as busbar trunking systems which are used to distribute electricity with ease and increased flexibility. While distributing electricity, two or sometimes more wires are connected to a single wire. In case of an improper connection, the insulation wire might be damaged due to heat generation. In such cases where there is a chance of open circuits, busbar electrical is used to avoid any mishaps by properly connecting the multiple wires in a safe way. The busbar is an electric device used in power distribution systems that collects energy from an electrical system’s input side…

Loving pet owners want to provide the best for their companions. You care deeply about your pet and want the best for them, and by sticking to some of the essential pet health recommendations listed below, you should keep your animal friend on the road to a full and rewarding life with you. Regular Vet Checks An annual health check-up for your pet at your local veterinarian will be the best chance to perform a number of health exams on your animal, which can help detect diseases early and identify potentially serious health issues. In order to prevent gum and…