Author: Rhys Gregory

A bright, white smile isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s a reflection of good oral hygiene and confidence. Over the years, many people have sought ways to achieve that perfect smile, but with so much misinformation out there, it’s easy to fall into the trap of harmful teeth whitening techniques. From personal experience, I used to believe that brushing harder or using DIY remedies like baking soda daily would help me achieve whiter teeth. Little did I know, some of these methods were causing more harm than good. It wasn’t until I consulted dental experts that I learned the proper ways to…

Expanding an online business across borders means more than just translating a website or shipping internationally – it requires the ability to operate in multiple currencies with ease, precision, and compliance. Fenige offers advanced multi-currency support that enables businesses to manage cross-border transactions seamlessly. Whether serving customers in Europe, Asia, or the Americas, Fenige makes it easy to accept and process payments in the currency most convenient for the customer, helping businesses scale globally without friction. Multi-currency capability isn’t just a technical feature – it’s a strategic asset. By allowing buyers to pay in their local currency, merchants reduce payment…

House prices in Wales continued to edge upwards last month, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). But short-term expectations for sales have deteriorated with global economic concerns starting to weigh on sentiment. Respondents report that house prices rose through the first quarter of the year, albeit marginally so. A net balance of 6% of Welsh surveyors report that house prices were higher over the past three months. Welsh respondents are though cautious on the house price outlook. A net balance of -24% of surveyors expect prices to fall over the next three months. With regard to…

A firm favourite in the foodie calendar, the Cowbridge Food and Drink Festival is back for 2025 with a whole host of tasty treats to tempt festival goers across the Spring Bank Holiday Weekend (Sun 25 – Mon 26 May). As always, there is guaranteed to be something to suit all diets, ages and interests – moreish meats, vegan varieties, curries, cheeses, chutneys; scrumptious ciders, great gins, sweet treats and so much more. Alongside the regular favourites that festival goers love to see, we’re being promised plenty of new and exciting additions for 2025, including Cwtch and Crumb with their…

Do you have a child with sight loss? You can give them the best possible start in life with Guide Dogs My Time To Play, a programme of fun and supportive group sessions coming to Cardiff and Gowerton. The sessions are completely free and designed to help your child develop the practical skills and confidence to explore their world – all through the power of play. They offer a chance to meet other parents and pick up skills from expert staff that will help you support your child’s early development with confidence. Led by qualified habilitation specialists, Guide Dogs My…

A STUNNING collection of holiday homes are attracting visitors from across the world to a picturesque corner of North Wales. Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) The Annexe and Ty Deryn Y Mor in Llanfaethlu, Anglesey, are part of the five-star FJ Holiday Retreats portfolio. The family run business – which also has properties in Rhuddlan and Chester – has been supporting local economies and independent firms and producers for almost a decade, welcoming more than 1200 guests during that time. Owners Sarah and Andrew Foley Jones – the latter is a solicitor and author of smash-hit…

The Easter Bunny will be handing out prizes from Morgan Quarter businesses this school holiday. Morgan Quarter’s free ‘Easter extravaganza’ on Saturday, April 19, will see the Easter Bunny taking photos with families, and offering a lucky dip of more than 100 prizes from participating businesses. From 11am onwards, passersby will be able to take part in the lucky dip outside Fresh Baguette Bar (32 Royal Arcade), with the Easter Bunny roaming around the Morgan Arcade and Royal Arcade. Prizes include free Jelly Cat toys from Welcome Things, £20 vouchers for fossil shop Dino Fossils, £25 vouchers for menswear retailer…

March’s NatWest Regional Growth Tracker showed improved business growth in more regions of the UK at the end of Q1 – but the majority are still being affected by wider economic uncertainty. The Tracker – which surveyed businesses operating in the manufacturing and services sectors across 12 regions of the country from March 12 to 27 – showed London and the South West led business growth last month, with improvements seen in the South East and Yorkshire and Humber. As witnessed in January and February, most regions in March experienced a dip in business activity as inflationary pressures remained elevated,…

The Newport ABP Marathon Festival takes place this weekend, on 13 April It promises an exciting lineup of events across the weekend that will bring runners together from all over the UK and beyond, right into the heart of Newport City. As a sponsor of the festival, Newport Live will welcome runners at mile 3 of the course as it winds through the Newport International Sports Village, with Mind in Gwent Choir providing musical motivation to all runners.Supporters are also encouraged to come and cheer the runners on. The Newport Live team will also have a presence in the city…

Tegan Smith was arrested after being seen riding an electric bike through a children’s play area in Caerau, Cardiff. Officers were on plain-clothed patrol in Trelai Park in response to community concerns about anti-social behaviour and drugs. They became suspicious when they witnessed the rider of the bike involved in a drug deal. Smith, 20, was arrested and was found in possession of £4,000 worth of Class A drugs in a range of packaging, four mobile phones, and cash. One of the phones contained messages going back to January where he had been offering to supply controlled drugs. Following his…