Swansea and South West Wales News

Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Swansea and South West Wales. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.

Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Man charged with possession of an explosive
Timothy Jones, 57, was arrested on suspicion of offences under the Explosive Substances Act.
TV presenter makes King's Birthday Honours
Others also receiving honours include a cancer nurse, a music festival organiser and a TV producer.
Hosepipe ban possible as reservoir levels drop
Welsh Water says there will be no restrictions on customers' use of water at this stage.
'Being in Race across the World opened our eyes'
Race Across the World contestants Fin and Sioned say the show inspired them to take on more challenges.
More deaths possible at drowning beach - coroner
David Ejimofor, 15, died after jumping into the sea while celebrating the end of his exams.

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

Swansea agree deal to sign Burgess from Ipswich
Australia international Cameron Burgess has agreed a three-year deal with Championship side Swansea City.
Wales progress as England exit World Cup of Darts
England's Luke Humphries and Luke Littler are out of the World Cup of Darts after a shock defeat by hosts Germany in the last 16.
Wales? Boston, Butten & O?Connor in King's Honours
Darts duo Luke Littler and Luke Humphries are awarded MBEs in the King's Birthday Honours, while Virginia Wade earns a CBE.
Swansea appoint Celtic's O'Dea as assistant boss
Swansea City make Celtic's Darren O'Dea their new assistant boss to head coach Alan Sheehan.
Scarlets add ex-Wales lock Davies to coaching team
Bradley Davies moves from roles at Bridgend and Ospreys academy to oversee the contact area at Scarlets.
Pulse beat Dragons to secure league top spot
London Pulse clinch top spot at the end of the Netball Super League regular season to earn play-off home advantage.
Wales fly-half George extends Glos-Hartpury deal
England's Alex Matthews and Tatyana Heard and Wales' Lleucu George agree new deals to stay with PWR champions Gloucester-Hartpury.
From Wrexham to King's Lynn via Hollywood
The new King's Lynn Town player talks of rubbing shoulders with Hollywood royalty at Wrexham.
Glamorgan sign all-rounder Imad for T20 Blast
Glamorgan have signed Welsh-born Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim for the remainder of the T20 Blast competition.
Cardiff confirm departure of Mexico-bound Ramsey
Cardiff City confirm the departure of Aaron Ramsey, with the midfielder set to move to Mexico.
'Inspired' Morgan out to learn - inside the Lion's Algarve den
Even without the 15 players involved in domestic finals, British and Irish Lions preparations continue apace at their training camp in Portugal.
'Really special' - Devils celebrate GOAT Martin
Considered by most Cardiff Devils fans as their greatest player of all time, Joey Martin will be honoured by a testimonial game at the Vindico Arena on Saturday.
Wales ready to 'do some damage' at World Cup of Darts
Wales' Jonny Clayton says he and team-mate Gerwyn Price are ready to "do some damage" at the 2025 World Cup of Darts.
Prop Henry signs Ospreys contract extension
Ospreys tighthead prop Rhys Henry signs a new contract with the region.
Hickey embraces 'honour' of Calzaghe comparison
Scot Sam Hickey is embracing the "great honour" of being compared to a young Joe Calzaghe.
Midfielder Wildig leaves Newport ending pro career
Midfielder Aaron Wildig has left Newport County and quit full-time football.
Keep Hundred free of England clash - Fire investor
Keeping The Hundred free of clashes with England internationals is vital to the success of the competition, according to Welsh Fire investor Sanjay Govil.
Tuipulotu to stay at French Top 14 side Pau
Former Scarlets back row forward Carwyn Tuipulotu will spend at least another season at French Top-14 side Pau.
Cardiff hold advanced manager talks with Barry-Murphy
Cardiff City hold advanced talks with ex-Manchester City academy coach Brian Barry-Murphy over manager role.
Wales forward Ratti signs new Ospreys deal
Wales forward James Ratti signs a new Ospreys deal as he prepares to tour Japan next month with the national squad.
Belgium will be 'shaking in their boots in Cardiff'
Belgium will not relish a visit to Cardiff for the return World Cup qualifier after a dramatic and pulsating game in Brussels, says Wales winger Sorba Thomas.
'Nothing but speculation about Tandy' - Townsend
Scotland boss Gregor Townsend is unsure of his own future, but says Steve Tandy being linked with the Wales job is "nothing but speculation".
'Not sure the old ticker can take it' - Wales thriller reaction
BBC Sport Wales looks at how pundits reacted to Wales' enthralling 4-3 World Cup qualifying defeat by Belgium in Brussels.
Cordina to return at lightweight against Gonzalez
Former IBF super-featherweight champion Joe Cordina will return to the ring on 5 July to fight Mexico's Jaret Gonzalez at lightweight.
Boston becomes first rugby league player to be knighted
Sir Billy becomes the first rugby league player to receive a knighthood in 130 years of the sport's history.
Bowen named Forest Green director of football
Forest Green Rovers appoint Mark Bowen as their new director of football.
How you lose is more important - Bellamy
Craig Bellamy says he is proud of his team despite his first defeat as Wales head coach.
Full-back Ackerman joins Gwalia United
Gwalia United sign former England youth player Daisy Ackerman.
'It would be hard to imagine leaving' - Martin
At the end of his testimonial year, Cardiff Devils' Joey Martin reflects on what the city means to him and his achievements in his nine seasons with the Elite Ice Hockey League club.
'I believe' - Wales boss Bellamy
Head coach Craig Bellamy says his Wales players have given him belief despite their dramatic 4-3 loss to Belgium in Brussels on Monday.
Highlights: Belgium beat Wales in 4-3 thriller
Watch all the action as Belgium beat Wales 4-3 in a thrilling World Cup qualifier.
Belgium didn't show us that much respect - Thomas
Wales winger Sorba Thomas reflects on his side's 4-3 defeat in Brussels.
Wales secure first competitive win over Belgium in 1990
Watch highlights as Wales secure their first ever competitive win against Belgium on 17 October, 1990.
Highlights: Wales 3-0 Liechtenstein
Watch the highlights as Wales beat Liechtenstein.
Highlights: Wales 1-4 Italy
Watch the highlights as Wales are beaten 4-1 by Italy in Swansea in their final Nations League A game before Euro 2025.
Scrum V: Where next for Welsh Rugby?
The Scrum team chat with WRPA chairman Ashton Hewitt and Steffan Thomas from WalesOnline.
Feast of Football
Carl, Iwan and Sam reflect on Craig Bellamy's first defeat as Wales coach.
Feast of Football
Carl, Iwan and Nathan react to Wales' win over Liechtenstein and look ahead to Belgium.
Feast of Football
Wales manager Craig Bellamy speak to Carl before games against Liechtenstein and Belgium.
Scrum V
The Scrum V team look back on the 2024-25 season for the Welsh regions.
How does the World Cup of Darts work?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks into the teams, schedule and format for the World Cup of Darts starting on Thursday.
Why golden-era Belgium came to dread 'bogey team' Wales
Wales face Belgium on Monday, renewing a rivalry which has defined the ups and downs of their respective golden generations.
The 38 players heading to Australia with the Lions
Andy Farrell has named a squad of 38 players - 21 forwards and 17 backs - for the British and Irish Lions' tour of Australia this summer.
Mindset, meetings, minutiae - how Bellamy changed Wales
From explosive player to meticulous coach, BBC Sport Wales gets the inside track on how Craig Bellamy has transformed Wales.
What next for Wales as Euro 2025 awaits?
After a disappointing end to their Nations League campaign, what happens next for Wales before they make their European Championships bow?
Bournemouth, boxing and brotherhood: Meet the Bevan boys
Meet brothers Owen and Taylor Bevan, both making their way as young professionals in football and boxing.
No domestic bliss for ongoing Welsh rugby soap opera
Scarlets' URC quarter-final defeat by Leinster brought an end to Welsh rugby's domestic season but the problems and controversies for the game in Wales continue.