Author: Rhys Gregory

The Internet offers a broad range of money-making opportunities. Forex trading, which has been around for decades, is popular in the UK and abroad. With specialized software and assistance of a broker, anyone can access the enormous currency market with daily turnover reaching 5 trillion USD. Here are the basics of gaining profit from shifts in exchange rates. ABC of Trading Different countries have different currencies, and these may be bought and sold for profit. In this respect, the market is no different from that for stocks. Currency values are never static, and a carefully timed exchange may bring real…

Taking a study break once in a while is really important if you wish to increase productivity. In fact, every 2 hours the brain needs to rest for a while before continuing on with focusing on the difficult task of studying. In order to return to your studies feeling refreshed, there are certain activities, you could consider, that are proven to help students of every age relax and feel ready to restart studying afterward. So, what are some fun and easy things to do while taking a study break? Go on a walk outside Getting some fresh air outside is…

The 19 year-old pedestrian who died following a road traffic collision in Barry in the early hours of Saturday 29th February has been names as Mason Richardson from Boverton, Llantwit Major. Mason’s family has issued the following statement: “The family of Mason Richardson, aged 19, wish to express their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to those who have sent messages of sympathy and floral tributes during this difficult time. “Mason was a much loved son and friend who was loved and liked by many, which is evident through the amount of messages being sent. “A much loved and liked character from the…

The National Children of Wales Awards, an annual event that recognises the achievements and inspirational stories of children in Wales, has chosen St David’s Day to rebrand as the Child of Wales Awards (#iamachildofwales on Twitter), a name its founders feel better represents its ethos and values. The move also coincides with founder Blanche Sainsbury and many of the children honoured atthe awards visiting 10 Downing Street to meet Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday February 27, who listened to their inspirational stories and praised their courage, fortitude and hard work. The Child of Wales Awards will take place at…

INTERNATIONAL aviation leader Bristow is carrying out the UK’s first trial of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for lifesaving operations in maritime and land environments, in partnership with Schiebel Group. Bristow is the provider of the HM Coastguard Search and Rescue Helicopter Service. Bristow is operating the Schiebel CAMCOPTER® S-100 system from Caernarfon Airport in Wales, to fully evaluate its capabilities in a search and rescue role. The trial is being led by Bristow and is complementary to the work being carried out by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency to develop the regulation under which UAVs can operate in a range…

Forty cages full of food have been delivered to help households flooded in Storm Dennis, thanks the generosity of Tesco customers in Rhondda Cynon Taf. The donations filled a Tesco delivery lorry twice over with shoppers in Tesco’s Pontypridd Extra, Talbot Green Extra and Aberdare Superstore, stacking box after box of donations for the Flood Relief Rhondda Cynon Taf appeal. Tesco topped up all the customer donations by an extra 20%, with thousands of meals-worth of food being donated. The emergency in-store food appeal was launched at short notice, after Rhondda Cynon Taf Council approached local supermarkets on Monday of…

An influential group of young people are calling for a radical new approach to tackling drugs. The North Wales Youth Commission appointed by the region’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Arfon Jones, say a less “authoritarian” style of policing is needed. They have published a new report recommending that people with problematic drug use should be supported rather than criminalised. The Youth Commission is being overseen by Mr Jones’ deputy, Ann Griffith, whose portfolio includes children and young people. All of the members are aged between 14 – 25 and the four key priorities identified by them as major concerns were…

A team of Welsh chefs served up the true taste of Wales as St David’s Day was celebrated early at a reception hosted by Prime Minister Boris Johnson at 10 Downing Street. Eight representatives of the Culinary Association of Wales (CAW) travelled to London to prepare savoury and sweet canapes for VIP guests from business, tourism, sport and media at the reception organised by Secretary of State for Wales Simon Hart, MP for Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire. The team was led by Michael Bates, executive head chef at the Celtic Manor Resort, Newport and included CAW president Arwyn Watkins,…

South-Wales based HR business, the HR Dept Cardiff, Newport and Monmouth has marked the start of 2020 with a key team appointment thanks to its ongoing business growth.  Having previously held an HR position at Catrefi Cymru, Pan Tzaferi has joined the HR Dept as an HR advisor, liaising with clients on day-to-day operations across start-up, SME and high-growth businesses, supporting the HR Dept as it continues to grow and expand its reach across Wales. This comes as the HR Dept commemorates continued business success, having recently been shortlisted for several awards including the Wales HR Awards, Business Growth Awards and the…

As the UK’s dog lovers celebrate the canine world’s finest pampered pooches at Crufts (5-8 March), The National Lottery reveals some of the lavish lifestyles and heart-warming stories that a lottery win makes possible for winners’ four-legged friends, from a brand new doggy-friendly Bentley to rescuing dogs from Eastern Europe. As a nation of dog lovers – 26% of the UK adult population have a dog – it should come as no surprise that National Lottery winners only want the best for their Man’s (and Woman’s) best friend. With nearly half (42%) of all National Lottery winners owning a dog,…