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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Pembroke: Archaeologists hunt for Ice Age life under castle
Archaeologists focus on areas of a cave that have been undisturbed for more than 10,000 years.
Covid Wales: All hospitals ask for masks as cases rise
One hospital also goes further by reinstating a temporary ban on visits to patients.
Floating wind farms at sea to create 29,000 jobs - Crown Estate
The Crown Estate is leasing the seabed under the Celtic Sea to floating wind farm developers.
Pembrokeshire: Zac Thompson, 11, dies in sea tragedy
Zac Thompson was swimming near rocks with two others, say local reports, when he got into trouble.
Second homes: Welsh councils to get powers to set limit
Councils in Wales may control the number of holiday lets and second homes in their area.
Terrence Higgins: A name that gave hope to those with HIV and Aids
Higgins' friends talk about the man whose death was the catalyst for change for people with HIV.
Boats: Call for rules to stop old vessels being dumped
Warning of a "tidal wave" of dumped boats causing a potentially devastating impact on marine life.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Sir Gareth Edwards: South Africa's 14 changes disrespect Wales, says Lions great
South Africa have disrespected Wales by making 14 changes for Saturday's second Test, says legendary former scrum-half Sir Gareth Edwards.
Romaine Sawyers: Midfielder joins Cardiff City from West Bromwich Albion
Cardiff City sign West Bromwich Albion midfielder Romaine Sawyers on a two-year deal.
Commonwealth Games has 'lost its heart' - Matt Elias
Commonwealth medallist and coach Matt Elias fears the Games has "lost its heart" because of the small number of athletes selected for the home nations.
Tyler Roberts: QPR sign Leeds United forward on loan
Championship side QPR sign Wales forward Tyler Roberts on a season-long loan deal with an option to buy.
FAW promises extra grassroots investment after £3.1m profit
The Football Association of Wales says it will "increase its investment in grassroots football facilities" after making a pre-tax profit of £3.1m.
Wimbledon 2022: Cameron Norrie's Welsh heritage
He's the last Brit standing in the singles, but you might not know his Welsh ties.
Wales women: More players turn professional as coach Ioan Cunningham commits future
Wales women add more professional players to their ranks as head coach Ioan Cunningham commits his future.
Derby County: Conor Hourihane, James Chester and David McGoldrick signed by rebuilding Rams
Derby County sign midfielder Conor Hourihane, defender James Chester and striker David McGoldrick.
Reading: Away fans offered £20 tickets by Championship club
Reading offer away fans £20 matchday tickets for the 2022-23 season, but only if other clubs reciprocate.
Wales squad selector: Choose your starting XV for the second Test against South Africa
After Saturday's narrow defeat in Pretoria, who would you pick to start for Wales' second of three Tests against South Africa in Bloemfontein?
British Triathlon becomes first UK sport to create 'open' category for transgender athletes
Transgender athletes will be barred from the female category at all events where there are prizes, times or rankings at stake, including at grassroots level.
South Africa v Wales: Springboks make 14 changes for second Test in Bloemfontein
South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber makes 14 changes to the starting side to face Wales for the second Test on Saturday.
Tour de France: Geraint Thomas' gilet for charity auction
The former Tour de France winner is angry with himself for forgetting to take off the bodywarmer.
Commonwealth Games 2022: Team Wales announce majority of athletes for Birmingham
Team Wales announce 187 athletes across 14 sports to travel to Birmingham for the 2022 Commonwealth Games between 28 July and 8 August.
South Africa v Wales: Bloemfontein awaits but hard to forget about Pretoria for Wayne Pivac's side
Wales travel to Bloemfontein for the second Test still wondering how they lost a classic series opener in Pretoria.
Dan Jervis: 'I want to be that role model for someone' - swimmer opens up on being gay
Olympic swimmer Dan Jervis, who is set to compete at the Commonwealth Games next month, talks publicly for the first time about being gay.
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Boris Johnson: Welsh minister 'among those telling PM to quit'
Cabinet ministers, including Welsh Secretary Simon Hart, will urge Boris Johnson to resign.
Caerphilly: Circus acrobat injured in human cannonball stunt
Phone footage shows the performer missing a safety net during a "human cannonball" stunt.
Pembroke: Archaeologists hunt for Ice Age life under castle
Archaeologists focus on areas of a cave that have been undisturbed for more than 10,000 years.
Gwynedd paramedic killed by tree he was cutting, inquest hears
Robin Parry Jones, 57, had been cutting the tree for a friend on a day off when it fell on him.
Covid: NHS Wales hospital missing 10% of staff
One consultant says his department can flip from having a full shift to losing 50% of staff.
Wimbledon 2022: Cameron Norrie's Welsh heritage
He's the last Brit standing in the singles, but you might not know his Welsh ties.
Tour de France: Geraint Thomas' gilet for charity auction
The former Tour de France winner is angry with himself for forgetting to take off the bodywarmer.
Covid: After-school clubs face recruitment survival fight
Staff retention and lower demand due to home-working are making it harder for childcare clubs.
Farming in Wales: Farmers must plant trees to get cash
Creating ponds and managing other wildlife habitats are also part of the new subsidy scheme.
Richard Miles: Newport hiker missing in Lake District
Richard Miles from Newport was last seen on Saturday and police are concerned for his welfare.
Breastfeeding mum told to leave Rhyl swimming pool
Sarah Lappin said she was left feeling humiliated after she was told to leave the water with her son.
Michael Sheen asks why children in care disappear
Actor Michael Sheen says the "worst things imaginable" are happening to children in care.
Source: BBC News
