Author: Rhys Gregory

After more than five decades since its original launch, Ford has brought back a true motoring icon – the Capri. But this isn’t a retro revival in the traditional sense. The 2025 Ford Capri has been completely reimagined as a sleek, all-electric SUV coupé that nods to its heritage while embracing a very modern future. Originally built at Ford’s Halewood plant in Liverpool, the classic Capri was a staple of British roads between 1969 and 1986. Designed by the same man who styled the original Ford Mustang, it became a symbol of accessible performance and style. Fast-forward to 2025, and…

FC Bayern Munich isn’t just one of Europe’s most successful football clubs, it’s a global institution. From its dominance in the Bundesliga to its impact on communities around the world, the club’s influence has grown far beyond the borders of Germany. But what exactly has fueled this incredible global rise? The story of Bayern’s international popularity isn’t just about trophies or tradition. It’s also about a forward-thinking strategy that includes community engagement, global partnerships, and a commitment to staying connected with fans across continents. Let’s explore how the club’s reach has expanded over the years and why more and more…

Entries are now open for runners to take part in the 2026 ABP Newport Marathon Festival – and hundreds have already signed up for next year. A record-breaking number of runners took part in the 2025 edition last weekend, with thousands of runners taking over the city’s streets. The date has been set for the 2026 event which will take place on Sunday 19th April. Those keen to secure their slot in this thrilling festival of running, including marathon, half marathon, 10K and junior races, can take advantage of special launch offer pricing. However, they need to act fast as…

South Wales Police is investigating the disappearance of a 37-year-old woman from the Cathays area of Cardiff. Paria Veisi hasn’t been seen since approximately 3pm on Saturday, April 12, when she left her place of work in Canton. She was reported missing the following day. Her disappearance is totally out of character and officers are concerned for her welfare. Description Paria has long, curly, black hair – she was last seen wearing a black zip-up gym top over a red top, black trousers, and trainers. She was carrying a small handbag. Movements CCTV enquiries made by officers confirm Paria left…

A group of teenagers from Olchfa School’s Provision Class have been named as the winners of an award from The King’s Trust after overcoming personal challenges and demonstrating teamwork and community spirit through fundraising and volunteering at local homeless shelters in Wales. The King’s Trust and TK Maxx & Homesense Awards recognise young people who have succeeded against the odds, improved their chances in life and had a positive impact on their local community. Olchfa School’s Provision Class scooped the JD Foundation Community Impact award, which recognises a group of young people who have made a positive contribution to their local community or…

A Denbighshire-based construction firm’s five-year strategic growth plan is on the right track after turnover increased by more than 25 per cent. Wynne Construction announced that revenue reached £91m in the 12 months to 31 July 2024, a figure which is up from £71m in the previous financial year. The Bodelwyddan-headquartered company’s latest accounts underlined why it was named one of the 50 fastest growing businesses in Wales during 2024. As recently as 2022, turnover was hovering around the £33m mark. Wynne has also carried out key improvements including environmental enhancements to its Charles House headquarters as it bids to…

Netflix and Creative Wales today reveal that Netflix productions in Wales have contributed over £200 million for the UK economy since 2020. This includes the upcoming film HAVOC, the biggest feature film ever shot entirely in Wales. HAVOC, filmed entirely in locations in Wales and directed by Welsh director Gareth Evans, follows a deal gone wrong and a bruised detective having to fight his way through a criminal underworld to rescue a politician’s estranged son. Wales has become one of Netflix’s key production hubs, and has been the filming location for iconic shows such as Sex Education, The Crown and…

A florist from North Wales has swapped mayhem and murder on hit TV shows like EastEnders and Death in Paradise for meditation in the garden Sioned Edwards, who lives near Ruthin and used to run a flower shop in Bangor, created the floral display for the Walford wedding of Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) and Sharon (Letitia Dean) in 2014. She also spent three months on the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe aka the fictional island of Saint Marie where the comedy murder mystery drama is set. Both programmes are a world away from the popular S4C gardening series, Garddio a Mwy…

A Caerphilly engineering firm is taking exciting steps to secure its future for the long-term by becoming employee owned. MII Engineering announced this week that the business has completed on an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), making it one of the largest businesses in South Wales to do so. Based in Bedwas, MII Engineering is a UK-wide, multi-disciplined engineering service provider delivering tailored solutions across mechanical, electrical and instrumentation, structural, pipework, fabrication, manufacturing and scaffolding. Serving over 118 clients in industries including oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, steel, food, water and manufacturing, MII’s customer-focused approach ensures practical, efficient delivery of complex engineering…

Motocross-mad husband and wife team Ross and Emily Pottenger have added a new retail arm to their business, Kiddiecross, which provides balance and e-bike tuition to young cyclists. When they struggled to find group classes for their young son outside the usual football, rugby and swimming classes; Ross and Emily decided to launch their own offering with a focus on balance bikes and more modern electric bikes. They spent nearly two years researching and developing their business plan, before launching in Newport last August. The success of classes naturally led to them launching a retail arm, with the assistance of…