Author: Rhys Gregory

Health and Care Research Wales is supporting GRAIL and the University of Oxford, to evaluate the use of a new multi-cancer early detection (MCED) test which can detect over 50 types of cancers. Health and Care Research Wales teams across NHS Wales are taking part in the SYMPLIFY study, which will investigate a MCED test developed by GRAIL, known as Galleri, for patients with non-specific symptoms that may be a result of cancer. The aim of the SYMPLIFY study is to demonstrate how the test could be used to increase cancer detection rates and simplify diagnosis. At present, Wales will…

Environmental charity Trees for Cities (TfC) and Cardiff Council are working in partnership to deliver ten new Edible Playgrounds across Cardiff’s primary schools in 2021-22. The programme is an innovative programme that transforms school grounds into vibrant outdoor fruit and vegetable gardens that get children excited about growing and eating healthy food, providing a valuable resource for outdoor learning. Trees for Cities works closely with the school to create a bespoke playground design where food growing can be accessed across the entire school. The projects typically include everything needed to grow your own food successfully: raised beds, a greenhouse, compost,…

Cardiff Capital Region (CCR) has announced the launch of a new Skills and Talent hub, designed to meet the future skilling needs of employers and employees across South East Wales. Brand-named ‘Venture’ this new employment and skills enterprise went live on 13th September, to help connect the ambitions and aspirations of career-seekers and employers across the 10 unitary authorities that make up the CCR. For launch, the new skills hub features Venture Graduate a re-branded, redesigned and revitalised graduate recruitment scheme provided at zero cost to any organisation in South East Wales, by the expert in-house graduate recruitment team at…

There are numerous methods of divination and psychics and diviners have been around since the beginning of time. Astrology is one of the most ancient forms of divination and it does not require any psychic abilities. These days astrology has become very mainstream and most people identify with their star sign and even go as far as researching their birth chart which tells us about the degrees of each planet at the time of an individual’s birth as well as the different constellations in each planet at the time of birth. Astro coaching has become very popular as well, which…

Without a doubt, the gaming business is always changing. It seemed unthinkable just a few decades ago to play casino games without going to a physical casino. Although this was the standard before the emergence of online casinos, the industry has since altered. You may now place bets on your mobile devices no matter where you are. Smartphones seem to have had a significant impact on the online gambling business. Smartphones appear to have spurred the easing of some betting restrictions, according to several surveys. You might wonder, “How?” New developments in the online gambling industry The online gaming sector…

The fate of the gambling industry in Wales as a whole has been talked about for some time. With 24% of Welsh customers reporting that they spend more time and money on wagering, it’s clear that the internet has changed the way people place bets.   But the idea that the health of the digital sector will destroy traditional betting outlets and operators in Wales doesn’t appear to be true. In reality, the online markets appear to be necessary for the wellbeing of the entire industry, including physical shops and brick-and-mortar casinos.   Exposure Is Good for All Parties   An imbalance does…

The UAE is a heart of luxury and innovative technologies, comfortable life, entertainment and endless summer. Life in the United Arab Emirates is associated with magnificent skyscrapers, expensive cars, beautiful and graceful public spaces. Every year thousands of people want to buy property in Dubai for permanent residence or rent. However, it is important to remember about unbearable heat that can only be escaped by air conditioning. Why is it so hot in the UAE? Is there a period time when you shouldn’t go to the country? Let’s try to find out the answers to these questions. Why is it…

Swansea Arena has today announced that Alice Cooper and The Cult, Diversity, Katherine Ryan and Rob Brydon will be the first shows to go on sale for the hotly anticipated new venue, all on general sale from 10am, Friday 17th September. This reveal is the first announcement of many for the brand-new, state-of-the-art, 3,500 capacity indoor Arena, as it maps out an incredibly exciting future with unwavering focus on bringing world class shows to Swansea. The venue’s high profile opening headline music act is yet to be revealed, with the announcement expected in the coming weeks. Music On Monday 23rd…

Virgin Media has painted broadband cabinets gold in Cardiff to celebrate the achievements of ParalympicsGB at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. Proud partners of ParalympicsGB, Virgin Media whipped up support in the UK with its #WeAreHere campaign which encouraged the nation to cheer on our incredible Paralympians as no fans, friends, family or loved ones could travel to Japan to watch the Games in person. ParalympicsGB racked up a staggering 124 medals, taking second place in the overall medals table and winning medals in more sports than any nation has ever achieved at Paralympic Games. A total of 14 athletes…

Cyclists and television viewers around the world who tuned in to last week’s AJ Bell Tour of Britain will have been inspired by the scenery, dramatic coastlines and the historic towns of Mid Wales, says the race director. Stage Four of the famous race, which attracts the world’s best cyclists, began in Aberaeron, travelled north along the Ceredigion coastline to Aberystwyth and then headed east along the Dyfi Estuary to Machynlleth. From the home of the first Welsh Parliament in the time of Owain Glyndwr, the race  headed north to Corris and Dolgellau before hugging the Mawddach Estuary to return…