3 d. ago Stunning £1.5m village home said to have been site of rock legend pool party

It's a house that keeps on giving - including another house and pool party area in the garden

Society

6 d. ago Children 'spooked' at unauthorised bonfire event after fireworks set off 'in the crowd'

Hundreds of people showed up to a massive bonfire display this evening but the council had urged residents not to attend after the bonfire was found to exceed safety limits

Events

6 d. ago Crowds gather for massive bonfire in Welsh village despite warnings

There were warnings from the council telling residents to avoid unofficial gatherings and to take caution in the area, but gone ahead with it they have and it was a pretty impressive sight.

Events

7 d. ago Radiohead fans ‘incredibly excited’ for band’s first live show in seven years

Crowds gather outside Movistar Arena in Madrid for first concert of European tour that sold out in minutesAn hour or so before the sun rose over Madrid, Francesco Puddu staked out a prime spot in front of the city’s hulking Movistar Arena. He was among the first Radiohead fans to arrive at the venue, buzzing with expectations for the British band’s first live show in seven years, kicking off a 20-date European tour.“I’m incredibly excited. Like, I don’t think it’s real,” said the 27-year-old, who had travelled from Italy. “It’s been so long that even if they play the same song 20 times in a row, I’ll be happy.” Continue reading...

Culture

1 week ago Huge crowds gather on first anniversary of Serbian train station disaster

Student-led movement continues to demand political change as embattled president issues rare apologyTens of thousands of Serbians have gathered to commemorate victims of a fatal railway station collapse a year ago, a tragedy that galvanised anti-government sentiment that still threatens the embattled president, Aleksandar Vučić.A student-led movement organised the rallies in the country’s second largest city, Novi Sad, where on 1 November 2024, the canopy at the newly renovated railway station collapsed. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago The ‘gorgeous’ Welsh seaside village loved by celebrities including Molly

Former Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague is among the famous faces to visit this picturesque coastal spot

Politics

1 week ago Small Welsh village 25 minutes from Cardiff that's become an unlikely foodie destination

Having a healthy neighbourhood food scene isn't unusual, but for Pontyclun it's still pretty special

Events

2 w. ago UK's first new train station in 100 years opens as crowds gather on platform

Beaulieu Park was the first station to open its doors on this part of the UK rail network network since way back in the 1920s. There was great excitement as the 7.20am train pulled in from Colchester for the historic stop.

Politics

2 w. ago Tiny Welsh village has a service station better than major supermarkets and people travel miles to it

The independent service station has become a lifeline for the local community and has grown to employ 23 local staff

Politics

2 w. ago Pretty Welsh 'waterfall country' village packed with cosy pubs where you can choose a roast or a pint after autumn walk

It's the perfect spot for a day out, a weekend break, or even a permanent move

Politics

2 w. ago The Welsh village fighting an 'outdated loophole' that will destroy its 'beating heart'

It's a story seen all across Wales, but this seaside community is not giving in

Politics

2 w. ago Pub has a view so good you'll wonder why this spectacular Welsh village is so ignored

The view from The Ferry Inn is utterly divine, even when the sun isn't shining

Politics

2 w. ago Welsh villagers rejoice after unlikely planning win over huge international business

'This would have been awful had it happened. It would have decimated this village. We’re just so thankful that this battle has been won – and it has been a battle, make no mistake'

Politics

3 w. ago Controversial plan to build huge solar farm in Welsh village refused

Plans had been submitted to build the Craig y Perthi solar farm in Bishton

Politics

3 w. ago Inflatable costumes used to deflate tensions at rallies against Trump, in photos

Protesters have taken to wearing oversized inflatable costumes to deflate tensions and draw attention at rallies against Trump administration’s policies. Crowds across the U.S. and abroad rallied Saturday during “No Kings” demonstrations against what they call a slide into authoritarianism under President Donald Trump. Republicans dismissed the gatherings as “Hate America” rallies, but many had a festive feel. The trend began several weeks ago in Portland, Oregon, when a protester showed up at nightly protests wearing an inflatable frog costume. Now, crowds in that city that gather daily and nightly outside an immigration facility have further embraced the absurd, donning inflatable frog, unicorn, axolotl, dinosaur and banana costumes.

Politics

3 w. ago The Welsh coastal village with independent shops and cafes that’s loved by celebrities

It came as no surprise to me that reality television personality Molly-Mae Hague recently came to one of my favourite places in Wales for a seaside escape

Politics

3 w. ago Humbled Nicolas Sarkozy enters prison after emotional goodbye to distraught

The 70-year-old arrived at La Sante prison on Tuesday morning, with reporters hearing convicts shouting from their cells: 'Welcome Sarkozy!', 'Sarkozy's here.'

Events

3 w. ago Stunning Welsh village with majestic ruined abbey in serene valley

Although small in size, the picturesque village boasts towering historical significance, and it's best-known for the jaw-dropping ruined abbey that sits in the heart of the area.

Politics

3 w. ago 'Enchanting' hidden gem Welsh village with colourful homes and cosy pubs

Is this the prettiest town in Wales?

Politics

3 w. ago Crowds gather to watch Nicolas Sarkozy go to jail: Disgraced former president's sons visit him before he begins five

Sarkozy, who was the president of France between 2007 and 2012, will become the first former French leader to be jailed since Nazi collaborator Marshal Philippe Petain after World War Two.

Politics