Author: Rhys Gregory

A debt advisory team which supports businesses in the UK has signalled further staff expansion this year with a new hire covering the western and central regions. Vicky Fisher has joined UK top 10 accountancy and business advisory firm Azets as Assistant Manager, working out of Cardiff. Supporting businesses, Vicky worked for Lloyds Bank for 22 years and continues to sit on the board at Business in Focus, a social enterprise which helps Welsh start-ups, in a volunteer role as a non-executive director. Vicky will be working with Martyn Freeman, a Debt Advisory Director based in Gloucester. Mark Barrie, London-based…

Palé Hall, North Wales’ celebrated luxury country house hotel, will be opening a curated contemporary art exhibition later this month. ‘Earth & Memory’ launches with an exclusive opening evening on Saturday, January 31 at 4pm and runs until February 28, with guests and visitors invited to experience the evolving relationship between fine art, historic architecture and landscape. Showcasing the work of five acclaimed artists, the exhibition brings together varied practices rooted in craftsmanship, material exploration and a strong sense of place. Palé Hall is located at Llandderfel near Bala in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Jo-anna Duncalf, a ceramic artist…

A Vale of Glamorgan man who had a cardiac arrest while walking his dogs has been reunited with the passerby who helped to save his life. Alan Hale, 75, was walking his two Shih-Tzus in Sully on a Saturday morning in December when he collapsed without warning. Passerby Rachel Green, who was driving to a nearby gym, stopped her car having seen the two dogs running loose. When she realised Alan was in cardiac arrest, she dialled 999 and immediately began chest compressions. Rachel, 39, of Llandough, said: “All I saw initially was two dogs and a backpack at the…

A charity that has helped more than 20,000 children and young people with a free wig service has received a £12,000 boost from a leading principal contractor. Cardiff-based Inco Contracts has spent the last twelve months raising vital funds for the Little Princess Trust, with its team swapping construction sites for a host of fundraising activities, including golf days, office fitness challenges and, most recently, its Christmas Jumper Day! The money will be used in the delivery of life-changing wigs and funding vital research into kinder, more effective cancer treatments. This latest support forms part of the continued growth of…

When you run a small warehouse, space is your bread and butter. The more you have, the more you can sell, but making the most of vertical space can be a challenge. Mezzanine floors are a great solution that can be tailored to suit the space, but is this the right choice for your warehouse? Here are eight key things to think about before you pull the trigger on a mezzanine design. Assess Your Current Warehouse Layout Evaluate ceiling height, floor space, workflow, and overall warehouse structure before planning the mezzanine. When you hire a specialist company to install warehouse…

Wisdom tooth extraction is a common dental procedure in Singapore, yet many patients remain uncertain about the actual costs involved. Prices can vary significantly depending on the condition of the tooth, the complexity of the extraction, and the dental clinic you choose. As healthcare costs continue to evolve, understanding the wisdom tooth extraction cost in Singapore in 2026 helps patients plan both medically and financially. This guide explains average cost ranges, key pricing factors, public versus private treatment options, and why early removal often leads to better outcomes and lower expenses. Whether you are planning ahead or experiencing discomfort, this…

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Tongits and other beloved card games have moved into the digital threshold. They’ve turned tabletop fun into sleek, convenient, and innovative platforms for gaming anytime, anywhere. Added to that, these games are rooted in culture and bring human players closer through a cyber ecosystem.  For these reasons, they address the Filipino’s search for “Tongits na may totoong players” on app markets and search engines. Tongits as a Social Game in Filipino Culture To understand why Tongits with real players matters so much, it helps to look at how the game has traditionally been played.  In many Filipino households, Tongits is…

When reaching your 50s, it’s common to shift your attention when making financial decisions. Previously, it was about growth. Now, it’s likely more about stability, transparency, and reassurance. Rather than making dramatic changes, many people concentrate on putting sensible structures in place that allow them to feel more confident about the years ahead. These decisions are less about perfection and more about reducing uncertainty – and protecting what matters most. For long-term peace of mind in later life, below are several financial points to ponder. Review Income and Everyday Affordability It’s the most obvious place to start. Taking a closer…

There are few stories as instantly recognisable as The Shawshank Redemption, so when word spread that Shawshank itself was arriving in Cardiff, expectations were always going to be high. For a week in January, the Wales Millennium Centre is no longer just a theatre on the edge of Cardiff Bay. It becomes a prison. Cold, claustrophobic and heavy with hopelessness, Shawshank takes over the Donald Gordon Theatre and pulls the audience straight behind bars. As someone who has seen the film but not read Stephen King’s original novel, this stage adaptation came with a clear frame of reference. What I…