Swansea and South West Wales News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Weather warnings issued across Wales for strong winds and heavy rain
The warnings come as some areas of Wales begin experiencing rain and high winds over the weekend.
Priest admitted assaulting boy before being made bishop, leaked report claims
Convicted sex offender and former bishop Anthony Pierce is accused of sexually abusing another boy.
Woman and her dog killed after man, 90, drove wrong way on dual carriageway
Emily Thornton-Sandy, 30, and her dog, Scout, were killed in Carmarthenshire after John Price, 90, crashed into them. He also died.
Critically endangered rhino born at farm
There are only 1471 eastern black rhinos left in the wild and 109 in zoos across Europe.
Watch: Shopkeeper fights off robbery attempt with milk crate
CCTV footage shows the shopkeeper being threatened with a knife by two women.

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

Hopkins seals Ospreys comeback against Connacht
Ospreys fight back from 21-0 down to stun Connacht 24-21 in their European Challenge Cup opener in Bridgend.
Fuchs frustrated by 'passive' Newport in FA Cup loss
Christian Fuchs cannot not hide his frustration following Newport County's 3-0 FA Cup second-round loss to National League side Boreham Wood.
Six-try Perpignan add to Dragons' miserable run
Perpignan ease to a bonus-point win against fellow league strugglers Dragons in their European Challenge Cup opener.
Wrexham 'capable of beating anybody' - McClean
James McClean was frustrated by Wrexham's draw at Preston but thinks his side proved they can compete with anyone in the Championship.
Scarlets belong among Europe's elite - Peel
Head coach Dwayne Peel says Scarlets' gutsy display in defeat to Bristol Bears shows they belong in Europe's top competition.
Cardiff Devils overwhelm visiting Glasgow Clan
Cardiff Devils beat Glasgow Clan 5-1 in the Elite League at the Vindico Arena.
White, Netherlands, Evans and sport's other great runners-up
When Elfyn Evans finished second in the World Rally Championship for a record fifth time, he joined a list of unfortunate serial runners-up.
'Everyone follows fashion' - is Premier League better now than 20 years ago?
In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis looks at what has changed in the Premier League in the past couple of decades and whether it is for the better, from a manager's perspective.
Rescheduled Elliott v Micallef bout set for UFC 325
Oban Elliott is set for a UFC 325 bout against Jonathan Micallef in Sydney, Australia, in January.
Rees-Zammit try helps Bristol edge Scarlets
Louis Rees-Zammit's try proves the difference as Bristol Bears defeat Scarlets 17-16 in their Champions Cup opener.
'Some say I've found my level' - how Hughes regained spark at Carlisle
As Carlisle United prepare for Sunday's FA Cup tie at Blackpool, Mark Hughes opens up on managing in non-league after taking charge of 466 Premier League games.
Cardiff overpowered by Stade Francais in Euro opener
Cardiff are beaten 38-17 by Stade Francais in the European Challenge Cup after being overpowered in the second half in Paris.
Tipuric frustrated by uncertainty over Ospreys
Justin Tipuric is frustrated by the uncertainty over the future of Ospreys under the WRU's plans for the professional game.
Kind draw with an edge? Wales' potential World Cup group
If Wales qualify for the World Cup, they will be pleased with a relatively kind draw - and a chance to settle a score with co-hosts Canada.
Wales discover potential World Cup venues
If Wales qualify for the World Cup, their matches will be in Toronto against Canada, Los Angeles versus Switzerland and Seattle against Qatar.
Welsh rugby must be 'brave' to secure future - Roberts
Former Wales and British and Irish Lions star Jamie Roberts says if there is ever a time to make a radical change in Welsh rugby, that time is now.
Crabb leaves Gloucester-Hartpury to return to Wales
Wales lock Gwen Crabb leaves Gloucester-Hartpury to play in the Celtic Challenge for Brython Thunder.
Adran Premier: Leaders Wrexham see off Aberystwyth
Wrexham are five points clear at the top of the Adran Premier table after a 3-2 win over Aberystwyth Town.
Littlejohn given extended ban for violent conduct against Cain
Crystal Palace midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn has been given an extended five-match ban for violent conduct after grabbing an opponent by the neck and throwing her to the ground.
MG Cup & Cymru Premier: TNS and Barry win through to final
A round-up of the latest Nathaniel MG Cup and Cymru Premier action.
Etzebeth banned for 12 weeks after eye-gouging Wales' Mann
South African double World Cup winner Eben Etzebeth is banned until March following his red card for gouging Wales' Alex Mann on Saturday.
'World Cup could earn millions for Welsh grassroots'
FAW chief executive Noel Mooney says qualification for the 2026 World Cup would bring a windfall for all levels of Welsh football.
Highlights: Cardiff Devils 2-1 Belfast Giants
The best of the action from the Elite League match as Cardiff Devils beat Belfast Giants 2-1.
FA Cup: Look who's just walked into the Queen Vic...
The FA Cup has made a stop in Walford, but how did it get there... and who's coming to collect it?
'It can become hostile' - Savage on impact of fan abuse
Former Macclesfield FC manager Robbie Savage and those close to him open up on the emotional impact of fan abuse.
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Lauren Salter and guests reflect on a busy autumn series for Wales.
Support pledged to fire damaged Penarth RFC
Representatives from Cardiff Rugby and the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) have visited Penarth RFC, pledging to support the club after its historic clubhouse was devastated by fire.
Wales boss Tandy excited to face England
Wales head coach Steve Tandy says he is excited by the prospect of facing England at the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Highlights: Wales earn precious win over Switzerland
Watch the highlights as Wales beat Switzerland 3-2 in a friendly in Spain.
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Reflections on Wales? autumn campaign and what it means for the future of the game.
Feast of Football
The time has come for Swansea City to accept they are in a relegation fight.
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Gareth, Lauren, Ian Gough and James Hook react to a record home defeat for Wales.
Hughes on Newport sacking, future plans and Cardiff's rising stars
Former Newport boss Dave Hughes shares his thoughts on his brief spell at Rodney Parade.
New Zealand dominate Wales in Cardiff
Gareth and Lauren review Wales' defeat to New Zealand with James Hook and Gareth Delve.
Feast of Football
Carl, Iwan and Sam on Wales' World Cup play-off draw and the win over North Macedonia.
Cardiff's Salech goes from collector to sticker book star
Yousef Salech used to collect football stickers and now he has one baring his own face thanks to his exploits at Cardiff City.
Milestone for women's and girls' football in Wales
More than 20,000 girls and women are now registered to play football in Wales, marking a major milestone for the Football Association of Wales.
'I feared failure' - why Savage left club that 'saved' him
Four years on from film crews witnessing Macclesfield FC's rise from the ashes, a new documentary follows Robbie Savage as he takes over as manager at the club he helped to create.
WRU Q&A: Why drastic change is needed
Chair Richard Collier-Keywood outlines how the Welsh Rugby Union intends to make dramatic changes to the professional men's game.
What next for Swansea amid mounting concerns?
Swansea City are a club in need of a lift as they prepare for two potentially pivotal games.
The 63-year-old who ran the world's deepest marathon
Rory Coleman ran the worlds deepest marathon and broke his 10th world record. But why?
Harry targets LPGA Tour after 'dream' debut season
Darcey Harry says her biggest goal for 2026 will be to join the LPGA Tour after a "dream" debut season on the European circuit.
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Former Wales and British & Irish Lions star Jamie Roberts reveals his top five centres.
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Will Carling selects his all-time top five Welsh rugby players.
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Colin heads to Mike?s bar to discuss his all-time Top 5 coaches.
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Adam Jones heads to Mike's bar to reveal his Top 5 forwards.