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The excuses the Welsh Government have given about not releasing Covid data just don't add up
Coronavirus
They are refusing to release some key information about the pandemic
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The famous building that has become a global map of delicious, cheap food where people cannot stop eating
Restaurant reviews
The is a jewel in the Welsh capital's crown and should be celebrated
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Duchess of Sussex spearheads call to change outmoded portrayals of women in advertising
Meghan Markle
Meghan Markle is a leading voice in campaigning for equality and inclusion in the advertising industry...
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Can Oppenheimer and Barbie revive the cinema industry?
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The two blockbusters are proving to be the shot in the arm the ailing sector needs...
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Ukraine war is first to be seen through social media lens
Invasion of Ukraine
Media expert John Jewell assesses how the war in Ukraine has been reported on in a TikTok age...
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The UK Government must give funding to keep steelmaking in Port Talbot
Port Talbot
Now that Downing Street has confirmed huge support for Tata-owned Jaguar Land Rover to build a gigafactory in Somerset, they must afford the same generosity to Port Talbot steelworks
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Why referees are fundamental to the future of the sports we love
Football Association of Wales
Sport as a showcase for exemplary behaviours and sound ethics could improve and benefit not just sport, but society more generally. And we should start with match officials...
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Welsh Government has lost the plot on supporting the private sector
Welsh Government
It cannot just point the figure at the UK Government for the performance of the Welsh economy
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'The Welsh Government has a duty not to shy away from scrutiny' | Rhun ap Iorwerth
Politics
The leader of Plaid Cymru writes for WalesOnline to argue that the evidence of Vaughan Gething and Mark Drakeford at the UK Covid Inquiry shows clearly why Wales needs its own Covid inquiry
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'Why the Welsh Government is bang on to impose their restrictions on meal deals'
Politics
People have got very angry about it but it is a sensible policy to combat a real crisis
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Coverage of tragic circumstances shows ‘we care about those with whom we identify’
Cardiff University
When a boat packed with hundreds of migrants sinks in the Mediterranean and a submersible implodes with five men on board – should comparisons be drawn from the media coverage of these two tragedies?
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How the 24/7 information age has changed our news consumption
News Opinion
From TV to tablet and phone, Media expert John Jewell assesses the impact 24/7 access to information across all our screens is having on news consumption
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How to get through Father's Day when you're a single mum
Mental health
Blogger Emily Dowan is a single mum of four living in Wales. She set up the blog Thriving Single Mums Club to help support others in the same position
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Influencers and the changing face of advertising in today's digital world
Cardiff University
Media expert John Jewell examines the power of advertising in a digital age
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Media giants eye football's billions but what does this mean for the armchair viewer?
UEFA Champions League
Media expert John Jewell explores the astonishing amounts of money to be made from football's global audiences
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The power of Facebook – can it really be on the wane, asks media expert John Jewell
Social media
Remaining relevant will be key as other platforms such as TikTok surge in popularity...
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Police and crime commissioners are supposed to be the voice of the public, not hide from scrutiny
South Wales Police
'It is hard to escape the idea that it is a cushy gig for politicians on tail end of their career'
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If Labour win they won't deliver more powers for Wales | Liz Saville-Roberts
Politics
'Many Labour supporters desire independence. But as we face a General Election, it will become increasingly clear that the Labour Party will never be a vehicle for greater self-government'
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The rise and rise of gambling should concern us all
Cardiff University
Digital access has transformed the gambling landscape and this should worry us all, argues media expert John Jewell
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I wish I'd taken a GCSE in supporting teens through exam season
Education
I extend heartfelt wishes to all the parents assuming the roles of counsellor, chef, coach and cheerleader...
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Bannau Brycheiniog, Yr Wyddfa, Eryri and Cymru: This is why these names matter
News Opinion
Disrespecting such unique names risks a vanilla globalisation...
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Listening to podcasts is surging - here's why they are in tune with our interests and needs
News Opinion
Podcasts' popularity is only forecast to grow further. Here's why the 'any time, any place' format appeals...
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If you're sick of this endless coverage of the King and Royal Family then you're not the only one
Royal Family
The pageantry and non-stop coverage is ridiculous. This is because the UK is not a union of four equal nations. It is all Charles’ kingdom we just happen to live in it
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Artificial Intelligence: The question of man vs machine
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Is AI a threat? Only if we fail to act...
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Police are trying to locate Raymond Gethin's next of kin after he was found dead
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Pembrokeshire
The fire service sent 12 appliances to the scene
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Baby “Callum” was discovered close to a theme park in 1998
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North Wales
The convoys are being organised as a motion goes before the Senedd calling for the policy to be reversed
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Pembrokeshire
The fire service sent 12 appliances to the scene
The day an elephant was seen wandering around the centre of a quiet village
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Restaurant and café could be built at historic copperworks site in Swansea
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Family pays tribute to 'beautiful daughter' who died a week after crash
Merthyr Tydfil
Demi Leigh Mabbitt died several days after being involved in a one-car collision
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney told 'fire up the jet' as Wrexham stars put in request
Wrexham FC
Wrexham's players have already cheekily told their Hollywood owners what they want to do this summer
Man found dead at home as police launch search for his family
South Wales Police
Police are trying to locate Raymond Gethin's next of kin after he was found dead
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Ryan Reynolds
Wrexham's Hollywood owners have been splashing the cash on players to get two automatic promotions
BBC
Police drama Blue Lights branded Line of Duty's 'natural successor' as new series begins
'Blue Lights is back - best crime drama on TV at the moment'
Woman charged with murder of baby found in woodland more than 25 years ago
UK News
Baby “Callum” was discovered close to a theme park in 1998
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Married at First Sight Australia
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Blue Lights star Sian Brooke's real name, James Bond actor husband and Welsh roots
BBC
Sian plays Constable Grace Ellis in Northern Irish police drama Blue Lights which returns to screens on April 15
Protesters will use 20mph convoys in bid to show 'how bad things will get' this summer
North Wales
The convoys are being organised as a motion goes before the Senedd calling for the policy to be reversed