Author: Rhys Gregory

Timetable improvements are being introduced to the Transport for Wales TrawsCymru T6 service to improve punctuality and the overall reliability of the service. The changes to the T6 service that operates between Swansea and Brecon will come into effect from Saturday 31 May 2026 by addressing the challenges of afternoon peak time traffic and evening journeys. The decision follows extensive monitoring of the route, which links key communities across South and Mid Wales. Transport for Wales identified that targeted adjustments during high congestion periods would significantly improve the overall punctuality of the service. Mark Jacobs, Senior Planning and Development Manager…

Genealogy has evolved from a niche hobby into a mainstream pursuit, driven in part by the rise of accessible DNA testing services and the growing interest in personal heritage. Yet for many people, tracing ancestry is not just about discovering where their great-grandparents came from — it is about what that connection can legally mean for them today. The Lithuanian Diaspora — A Global Phenomenon Lithuania has one of the most extensive diaspora networks in Europe relative to its population size. Over the past century and a half, waves of emigration have carried Lithuanian communities to every inhabited continent. From…

Most primary-age children in the UK follow a structured school day with set lesson times, regular subjects, and a predictable weekly rhythm. For families considering online education, a common question is whether live online primary lessons can replicate that structure, or whether they offer something closer to self-directed study at home.  This article explains what a typical daily timetable looks like for KS2 pupils in a live online setting. It covers how core subjects are scheduled across the week. It also sets out what families should look for when comparing providers of live online primary lessons in the UK. What…

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Osian Pryce remains at the top of the British Rally Championship standings after finishing third on last weekend’s Borders Competitions Jim Clark Rally (22/23 May) in his Castrol MEM Rally Team Toyota GR Yaris Rally2. Competing on his first asphalt rally in the Toyota, Osian and co-driver James Morgan made an immediate impact by setting the fastest time on the opening stage. The pair ended Leg 1 in second place after four stages, firmly in contention for victory. However, Osian’s unfortunate run of bad luck on the Jim Clark Rally continued on Saturday morning when a delay before the start…

With Feast On Cardiff taking place this weekend, the festival has shared everything visitors need to know ahead of its debut festival in Bute Park, taking place from Friday 29th to Sunday 31st May 2026. Founded in Bristol in 2024, Feast On is an award-winning food festival celebrating the best of independent food, drink and local culture across the South West. Now, for the first time, the festival is coming to Wales, with Feast On Cardiff set to bring together standout restaurants, street food traders, artisan producers, live demos, talks, wine tastings and entertainment for a three-day celebration of Cardiff’s…

Loungers has confirmed a delay to the opening of its new Barry venue, Morio Lounge, with no revised launch date currently announced. The West Country based café bar group had originally planned to open the new venue at Nell’s Point on Wednesday, May 13. That date was later pushed back, with the company announcing a new opening date of Wednesday, June 3, 2026. However, Loungers has now confirmed that further delays have impacted the project due to issues with utility installations. Kate Eastwood, Lounge Managing Director, said: “We’re sorry to say that we need to push back the launch date…

Glamorgan Cricket is delighted to announce a new partnership with Brains Brewery, who will become the Club’s official ale partner for the 2026 season. The agreement also includes matchday sponsorship as part of a one‑year deal, strengthening the connection between two historic Welsh institutions. As part of the partnership, Brains will hold pouring rights at Sophia Gardens across matchdays as well as the venue’s year‑round conference and events programme. Supporters will be able to enjoy a range of Brains products, including the popular Barry Island IPA, enhancing the matchday experience for fans in the summer sun. Founded in Cardiff in…

Improvements, including a new 2G pitch surface and external cladding on the sports hall, which will cut energy use, have been completed at Llandrindod Wells Sports Centre. The works costing more than £500,000 have been carried out at the site, which is operated by Freedom Leisure, acting as an agent, on behalf of Powys County Council. The funding came from the council’s capital budget. The previous astro turf pitch was more than 20-years-old and had begun to flood regularly, while defective brickwork had made the sports hall unsafe. The new modern 2G pitch is designed to support multi-sport use and…

Yesterday (Wednesday, 27 May 2026), it was announced from the stage of the White Pavilion at Eisteddfod yr Urdd Ynys Môn that Glain Llwyd from Tal-y-bont near Aberystwyth is the winner of the Drama Medal. This year the competitors were required to write a play or monologue suitable for staging in a theatrical space for 1, 2 or 3 performers (not necessarily characters), for a duration of between 15-30 minutes. According to the judges, Gareth Evans-Jones and Mared Llywelyn, 15 plays were received in a “fiercely competitive contest,” with every script described as “interesting and distinctive,” with the judges enjoying…