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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Twitter: Athlete Jimmy Watkins' running music reviews a hit
Jimmy Watkins, a record-holding athlete and from a prize-winning band, is combining his hobbies.
Lockdown: 'We've got three weeks of tourism season left'
The five mile rule remained in place until July as Wales battled the coronavirus pandemic.
NHS test hope for children with suspected genetic illness
Critically ill children with suspected genetic illnesses in Wales are to be offered a new NHS test in UK first.
Coronavirus: Carmarthenshire town centres revamped post-lockdown
Pedestrianisation, 20mph zones and new cycling facilities are among new measures being introduced.
Sketty crash: Tributes paid to David Morgan
"Adored" father-of-four David Morgan died on Thursday after crashing into a wall in Swansea.
Paraglider airlifted to hospital after crash at Rhossili, Gower
The coastguard helicopter took the paraglider to Morriston Hospital in Swansea.
Swansea University: £6m grant to develop solar cell technology
The technology can be used to generate electricity for buildings, electric cars, appliances and drones.
Fly-tipping in Wales: 'No interest' in dealing with issues
Wales records a record number of fly-tipping prosecutions, but there are calls for more to be done.
Blue Lagoon: Child injured after jumping into quarry
A child is taken to hospital after being injured at the Blue Lagoon on the Pembrokeshire coast.
Pembrokeshire councillor denies making racist Facebook posts
Paul Dowson says they were posted by someone with a "vendetta" against him.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Cardiff City: Transfer ban appeal for Emiliano Sala payments delayed
Cardiff City's appeal against a transfer ban for failing to pay the first instalment of Emiliano Sala's £15m transfer fee to Nantes is delayed for a second time.
British and Irish Lions: Who will make the coaching staff to tour South Africa
Gregor Townsend? Andy Farrell? Stuart Lancaster? Who will Warren Gatland include as he builds a set-up to take on world champions South Africa?
Kieffer Moore: Cardiff keen on signing Wales and Wigan striker
Wales and Wigan Athletic striker Kieffer Moore is a key transfer target for Cardiff City.
World Snooker Championship: Allen leads Clarke 5-4 after excellent opening session
Fourth seed Mark Allen leads Jamie Clarke 5-4 after an outstanding first session that included six century breaks at the Crucible.
Bob Willis Trophy: Somerset thrash Glamorgan thanks to Overton haul
Somerset race to an impressive 289-run win over Glamorgan early on the final day as they dismiss the visitors for 166 in a little over an hour.
Jamie Roberts: Wales centre signs for Dragons
Wales centre Jamie Roberts joins Dragons to return to Welsh regional rugby for the first time in seven years.
World Snooker Championship 2020: Jamie Clarke happy despite no fans
Jamie Clarke says the lack of fans will not take the shine off his debut at the World Championship.
Twitter: Athlete Jimmy Watkins' running music reviews a hit
Jimmy Watkins, a record-holding athlete and from a prize-winning band, is combining his hobbies.
Neal Eardley: Burton Albion sign defender following Lincoln City release
Burton Albion have signed defender Neal Eardley on a one-year deal after his contract at Lincoln City expired.
Owain Fon Williams: Wales goalkeeper joins Dunfermline Athletic as player-coach
Wales goalkeeper Owain Fon Williams signs for Dunfermline Athletic as a player-coach on a two-year deal.
Bolton Wanderers: Gethin Jones & Reiss Greenidge sign for Ian Evatt's side
Bolton sign ex-Carlisle wing-back Gethin Jones on a one-year deal and defender Reiss Greenidge on a two-year contract.
World Snooker Championship: Horrible to play with no fans, says Matthew Stevens
Two-time finalist Matthew Stevens says it is "horrible" to play in front of no fans at snooker's World Championship.
Ex-Cardiff and Wales defender Keith Pontin dies
Former Wales and Cardiff City defender Keith Pontin dies aged 64.
Tokyo Paralympics: 2021 Games may require specific coronavirus measures
Tokyo Paralympic organisers say the rearranged Games in 2021 may need specific Covid-19 measures to protect athletes.
Nigel Walker: Ex Wales wing on race, Cardiff Blues and delayed Tokyo preparations
Former Wales rugby wing and Olympian Nigel Walker joins the Cardiff Blues board as he continues to be a trailblazer in sporting circles.
Swansea City: Top-six finish a success, but Steve Cooper eyes Premier League push
Swansea can be pleased with their season despite defeat in the play-offs, but boss Steve Cooper is desperate for a second crack at reaching the Premier League.
Cardiff City: Neil Harris says players can be proud but he wants more next season
Cardiff City can feel proud of reaching the play-offs, but Neil Harris is raising the bar ahead of his first full season in charge.
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Cardiff Bay: Minority of young people 'ruining it for majority'
Hundreds of young people have been gathering, drinking alcohol in large groups in Cardiff Bay - and 28 tonnes of rubbish has been cleared up.
Welsh pubs and restaurants ignoring Covid rules could be shut
Pubs and restaurants must collect customer details and maintain social distancing.
Coronavirus: Wrexham testing shows 'no widespread transmission'
Eleven Covid-19 cases were found among more than 1,400 people who came forward for community testing.
Lockdown: 'We've got three weeks of tourism season left'
The five mile rule remained in place until July as Wales battled the coronavirus pandemic.
Cardiff care home boss who 'cut food portions' struck off
Debra Lewis cut portion sizes and banned biscuits and fruit, a hearing was told.
UK government in 'dialogue' with Airbus, says Alok Sharma
The company plans to cut 1,700 jobs in the UK, mainly at its wings plant at Broughton, Flintshire.
Coronavirus: Parents' joy as free childcare resumes
Mother Sara Powell-Davies welcomes its return, but nurseries say they fear for the future.
Coronavirus in Wales: Lack of furlough 'barrier' to local lockdown
Lack of furlough help is a potential barrier to people accepting local lockdowns, ministers are warned.
Barmouth: Gwynedd beach safety review after Jonathan Stevens death
Father-of-seven Jonathan Stevens died after trying to save his children from the sea.
Coronavirus: ONS figures show deaths in Wales have fallen to March levels
Seven virus deaths are recorded in the week ending 24 July, down from 11 the week before.
Rural crime: Tractors and livestock taken as cost up in Wales
There are fears there could be a further increase when the financial impact of lockdown is felt.
Coronavirus: Pubs and restaurants toast reopening inside
Bars and restaurants reopened inside on Monday after months closed due to coronavirus.
Source: BBC News
