Author: Rhys Gregory

A Cardiff Metropolitan University student is combining his passion for sport with cutting-edge analytics as he progresses from performance analysis into advanced data science. Owen Richards, from Llanishen, Cardiff, completed his undergraduate degree in Sports Performance Analysis at Cardiff Met and is now continuing his studies with an MSc in Data Science. Sport has always played a central role in Owen’s life, both as a participant and a spectator. However, it was the deeper question of why performances happen — and how data can improve decision-making — that shaped his academic journey. During his undergraduate studies, Owen developed expertise in…

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of Pinehurst Rest Home, Porthcawl, on the south coast of Wales. Pinehurst Rest Home is a boutique residential dementia care home that is registered for up to 11 residents. It occupies an attractive converted Victorian property in the coastal town of Porthcawl, within a short walk of the seafront and promenade. The home has earned an enviable reputation for delivering excellent quality care and maintaining strong ties within the local community. The home was established in 1989 by Patricia Attwood and was passed to her daughter, Alexandra Crane, in 2004,…

Helping patients gain better access to cross-border healthcare, a climate and sustainability education platform and a tool collating global product recalls – these are just some of the bright ideas generated by groundbreaking Swansea University women. The University is proud to be among the first partner members of the WE Innovate National network. Led by Imperial College London, WE Innovate National plans to run the programme every year to support  a total of 150 female-led teams from participating institutions. Now the first 15-strong Swansea cohort selected to take part in the initiative have been revealed and they have come up…

A Blaenau Gwent cake company that is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026, has successfully grown over the last decade thanks to ongoing support from the Welsh Government’s HELIX Programme. Based in Ebbw Vale, Clam’s Handmade Cakes produce award-winning handmade cakes, which are supplied to coffee shops and cafes across the UK. Founded in 1991 by Jane Phillips, the family run business is the recipient of 18 Great Taste Awards and has been previously named Wales’s best craft bakery at the British Baking Awards. Since 2013, ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre at Cardiff Metropolitan University has provided Clam’s with a variety…

Runners spend hours researching cushioning and stack height. A footwear specialist with two decades of industry experience says the feature that most directly affects comfort, stability, and injury risk rarely gets a second glance. Walk into any running shop and the conversation will centre on foam compounds, heel-to-toe drop, and energy return. These are real considerations – but according to Leanna Spektor, co-founder and style expert at Brand House Direct, an Australian footwear retailer, they consistently overshadow a structural element that has a more fundamental effect on how a shoe actually performs on the body. “I’ve spent over 20 years…

Independent businesses across Wales continue to expand, from family-run cafés in market towns to technology start-ups in Cardiff Bay. Competition remains strong, and customers have more choice than ever. Clear brand recognition, therefore, becomes a serious advantage rather than an afterthought. People form opinions quickly. A consistent visual identity helps shape those opinions in your favour. When your branding feels organised and deliberate, customers assume the same care applies to your products or services. Strong branding does not demand a large budget. It calls for consistency, clarity and steady refinement. Welsh businesses that pay attention to these fundamentals often find…

In the cosmetics and skincare industry, packaging plays a crucial role in both product performance and brand perception. Thoughtful design and quality materials ensure that a product is not only visually appealing but also practical for everyday use. Choosing the right components can enhance usability, extend the life of the product, and create a premium experience for the consumer. Convenient Application with Pump Caps One key component in modern cosmetic packaging is the pump cap. This mechanism allows for controlled dispensing of lotions, creams, and serums, ensuring that users can apply the right amount without any mess or waste. A…

The Digital Services Act is a new European Union directive that aims to make online environments safer, fairer and more transparent. The UK is now outside the EU, so the rules do not directly apply to Welsh or British businesses. But, as they are our nearest neighbours and a large trading partner, many sectors will comply in order to maintain trade with the EU. These policies will also influence UK politicians, and the current government is already expanding its own digital regulation through the Online Safety Act.  The DSA rolled out across the EU on February 17, and many UK…

A study combining maintenance costs and write-off rates across 20 major brands finds that some of the most trusted names in motoring offer surprisingly poor long-term value – while others consistently punch above their weight. The price on the forecourt is rarely the most significant number in a car purchase. For drivers planning to keep a vehicle for a decade or more, annual maintenance costs and the probability of a car being written off after an accident can matter far more to the household budget than the original sticker price. A new analysis by Ovoko, one of Europe’s largest used…

A 33-year-old man has been charged in connection with an incident in Pontprennau on Saturday, February 28, which police are treating as attempted abduction. Detectives investigating the incident have charged Ashley Fernandes, of Cardiff, with kidnap and sexual touching following the event in the Pontprennau area of the city. He has been remanded in custody and is due to appear before Cardiff Magistrates Court on Monday, March 2. South Wales Police had initially arrested a local man in his 30s after the 18-year-old woman involved was followed after getting off a bus near the junction of Clos Nant Mwlan and…