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The news website of the MA News Journalism course at Cardiff University School of Journalism, Media and Culture (JOMEC)

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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Ever tried walking rugby? The Llandaff Chiefs told The Cardiffian how this non-contact sport is bringing people together both on and off the pitch! Click on the link below to watch our video: cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia... By @lsadlerjourno.bsky.social
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Walking rugby: the sport where friendship wins - The Cardiffian
With no winners or losers, it is becoming a game for all ages and abilities
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Happy Reuters Institute Digital News Report Day to all those who celebrate reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/digital-news...
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Digital News Report 2025
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Who’s the GOAT? Meet Lance Corporal Shenkin IV, the military goat who comes from a long line of mascots of the 3rd Battalion Royal Welsh. by Joe Hearn. cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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More than just a mascot: The story of Shenkin IV, the regimental goat who even claims his own salary - The Cardiffian
Walk past Maindy Barracks opposite the Heath pub in Cardiff and there is a good chance you'll spot a goat leisurely grazing on the grass
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Have you ever been caught speeding? The 20mph limits are often not kept to, but how many people aren't? By @dylanbilyard.bsky.social #speeding #speedingticket #20mph cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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We zapped 100 vehicles with a speed gun and almost all drove over the speed limit on these 20mph roads - The Cardiffian
‘Every car journey I go over the speed limit - I don’t even think about it. It just doesn’t feel like punishment is inevitable'.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Last night, Cardiff Council voted to back calls to bring the Crown Estate under Welsh control. But, just what exactly is the Crown Estate? Rachel Fergusson explains what this all means for The Cardiffian. cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Cardiff joins calls to transfer Crown Estate profits to Wales amid financial pressure on its budget - The Cardiffian
The city, which paid £17,000 over in 2024, is the 19th Welsh council to back the call
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Did you know a Bake Off winner has a bakery in Cardiff, hidden on an industrial estate? Cardiff residents have rushed to buy patisserie delights, as owner says, “it’s been kind of hard to keep up.” by @samrileyjourno.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Bake Off winner’s hidden Cardiff patisserie is so good someone travelled 72 miles to eat there - The Cardiffian
Their signature pain suisse is made from chocolate dough, chocolate crème and topped with chocolate crémeux
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Have you encountered a dangerous dog? Data finds that 848 out-of-control dog complaints were made to the South Wales force in 2024 – up from 107 a decade earlier. By @georgeratcliffe.bsky.social #dog #dogattack #dangerousdogs
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The number of dangerous dogs being reported to police is soaring - The Cardiffian
848 out-of-control dogs complaints were made to the South Wales force in 2024 - up from 107 a decade earlier
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Want to learn about the history of Adamsdown? Meet John Sennett, its resident historian who says he “wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.” by Benedict Elliot. cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Ex-steelworker who still lives in house where he was born is Adamsdown's resident historian - The Cardiffian
“I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. There's no place like it," said John Sennett, 52
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
In need of a laugh this weekend? Pigeon Laughs, a short comedy film festival is returning to Cardiff for two days celebrating the best of Welsh comedy. by @samrileyjourno.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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The festival celebrating the laugh-out-loud spirit of Welsh comedy - The Cardiffian
The Pigeon Laughs Short Comedy Film Festival returns to Cardiff for its third year
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
A violent misogynist harassed his ex-partner with offensive messages and threatened to petrol bomb her car after the breakdown of their relationship, a court heard. by Benedict Elliot. cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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'I'll blow your car to smithereens': Violent misogynist's 500 phonecalls to ex-girlfriend in three weeks - The Cardiffian
Threatening voicemail messages left by Giuseppe Trace, 25, were read out in court
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
How much do you think it costs to fix a pothole? Vale of Glamorgan council spent nearly two million pounds fixing potholes last year, the equivalent of £735 per pothole- and there’s more funding on the way. by @bessantdavies.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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How much does a pothole cost the Vale of Glamorgan? - The Cardiffian
Each pothole reported in the Vale of Glamorgan last year cost an average of £735 to fix, according to council figures.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Have you been worried about kids getting to school safely? Cogan Primary School is trialing road closures for safety and to promote active travel. by @bessantdavies.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Cogan kids scoot to school as street goes traffic-free - The Cardiffian
One-day road closure trial aims to make the school run safer and healthier
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Wales eye record attendance ahead of England clash in Women's Six Nations. 18,000 people are expected to attend tomorrow's game at Principality Stadium. by @meganhuwsjourno.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Wales eye record attendance ahead of England clash in Women's Six Nations - The Cardiffian
The 18,000 people expected at Principality Stadium would be a record for a women's sports event in Wales
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
‘Menace’ with history of domestic abuse pushed girlfriend down the stairs when she might have been pregnant. by Benedict Elliot. cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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'Menace' with history of domestic abuse pushed girlfriend down the stairs when she might have been pregnant - The Cardiffian
Man pushed girlfriend down a flight of stairs before hurling abuse at her, Cardiff Crown Court heard
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
'We want to provide a space for everyone.' Big changes will soon be coming to Creigiau's Recreation Ground to improve their accessibility. by @lsadlerjourno.bsky.social
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Creigiau’s ‘much-loved’ sports hub is to be transformed with a £1m facelift - The Cardiffian
Plans include a new pavilion, playground and a multi-use games area - with better access for all
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Have you noticed that the River Taff looks cleaner? More than 1,000 volunteers took part in a world record cleanup of the river last week. Rachel Fergusson was there to watch it happen.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Can you help keep the ‘focal point’ of Whitchurch going? St Mary’s Church has raised over £5,000 to fund urgent repairs, after a recent inspection found a real deterioration in the church’s bodywork. by Hannah Walton-Hughes
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How a church that's a focal point for the Whitchurch community raised more than £5,000 for urgent repairs - The Cardiffian
Extensive damage to the roof, stonework and lychgate at St Mary's will cost £50,000 to put right
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Do you have any memories of the carousel? Cardiff’s Queen Street carousel has been taken down but a brand new carousel will soon take its place. by Sydney Morgan
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Queen Street's 'charming' carousel to be replaced after nine years - The Cardiffian
The carousel on Cardiff's Queen Street is being dismantled and will be replaced after nearly a decade in place.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Did you spot a crowd of people wearing yellow over the weekend? EndoMarch returned to Cardiff last week in a bid to get people talking about endometriosis. by @georgeratcliffe.bsky.social
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'More research into male baldness than incurable endometriosis' despite 10 years of Endomarch - The Cardiffian
"The current situation is completely unacceptable." MS Jenny Rathbone told the crowd on Sunday's march
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Have you visited Cardiff’s ‘Club of the Year’ yet? Whitchurch’s Earl Haig Club received the award from Cardiff CAMRA for its quality real ales. by @samrileyjourno.bsky.social
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Whitchurch’s Earl Haig Club named city's club of the year - The Cardiffian
It has been commended for its quality real ale by Cardiff CAMRA
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Ever sung karaoke on St Mary Street during a night out? Meet the Karaoke Queen whose late-night singalongs are raising money for Ukraine. by Joe Hearn
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The Karaoke Queen of St Mary Street whose late-night singalongs are helping the people of Ukraine - The Cardiffian
Walk through town at the weekend and you're bound to see a crowd of people belting out hit songs by Tom Jones
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
‘It’s hard not to notice the rubbish and the graffiti.’ Parents have expressed concern over the state of Kitchener Gardens, which is home to a children’s play area. by @meganhuwsjourno.bsky.social
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'It's hard not to notice the rubbish and the graffiti': Parents concerned over state of park - The Cardiffian
Parents are concerned that Kitchener Gardens has been plagued with litter, graffiti and dogs roaming around the fenced off children's play area.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
'I never see us as an underdog,' says Bellamy ahead of Wales v North Macedonia game. by William Dalgleish cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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‘I never see us as an underdog’: Craig Bellamy confident as Wales look to extend unbeaten run - The Cardiffian
A win in North Macedonia will send Wales to the top of Group J
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Penarth residents lost an affordable community pub when Wetherspoons closed The Bear’s Head pub last year. But, under new ownership, it’s kept its prices low and roared back to life. by @bessantdavies.bsky.social
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Life after Wetherspoon's: How the Bear’s Head found its roar again - The Cardiffian
The pub has kept the patterned carpets and Wetherspoon's prices but added music, Sky Sports... and is dog-friendly
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
BREAKING: Man, 25, robbed and stabbed near Taff Trail and student centre at Talybont cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Man, 25, robbed and stabbed near Taff Trail and student centre at Talybont - The Cardiffian
The victim was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Cardiff City's Struggles: Fan Turnout Hits New Low By William Dalgleish cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Cardiff's fan turnout among worst in Championship as team struggles on field - The Cardiffian
Poor performances and increased ticket prices have seen some fans turn away from Cardiff City Stadium
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Businesses are calling for stronger action as shoplifting surges—up to 10 incidents a day in some stores. By Joe Hearn cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Queen Street businesses feel 'abandoned and neglected' as shoplifting figures rise - The Cardiffian
One worker said they are targeted by shoplifters up to ten times a day
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Sewage spills up, water quality down—but Penarth swimmers won’t stay out! By @duncanwelch99.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Penarth swimmers navigate sewage spills as water quality declines - The Cardiffian
Penarth swimmers are finding ways around dumped sewage following an increase in spills over the last three years.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Does Adamsdown have an empty building problem? By Benedict Elliot cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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The Chinese takeaway closed for a decade: The Cardiff suburb with a big problem with vacant buildings - The Cardiffian
Adamsdown is an average sized Cardiff ward but it houses 9% of Cardiff's 2,000 empty buildings
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Cash is no longer king! Are we heading for a cashless future? By @meganhuwsjourno.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Cash is no longer king: Withdrawals in Cardiff drop by 45.5% - The Cardiffian
People across Cardiff have stopped using ATMs by nearly half since 2019, but the decline has been slower in the more deprived areas
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
A Roath woman told a worker in Cardiff Indoor Market to “go back to your own country” after hitting her and breaking her phone, a court heard By @georgeratcliffe.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Woman with appalling record of offending told Cardiff Market worker to 'go back to your own country' - The Cardiffian
The 52-year-old hit the Thai worker on the arm and broke her phone in a 'racially-motivated incident'
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
From local jams to global stages! Cathays Community Centre’s rehearsal rooms have helped shape Cardiff’s music scene for 30 years By Gwilym Hubbard cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Inside the cheap and cheerful rehearsal rooms that have launched bands on the road to stardom - The Cardiffian
Cathays Community Centre may be home to afterschool clubs and coffee mornings, but for the past 30 years it has also played a part in the city’s music scene.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Wales kick off their World Cup qualifying campaign this Saturday! Can Craig Bellamy’s unbeaten run continue against Kazakhstan? By Haris Armstrong cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Wales begin World Cup qualifying campaign looking to build on recent success - The Cardiffian
Craig Bellamy, with his front-foot approach, wants to extend his unbeaten run
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Wales kick off their Women’s Six Nations campaign against Scotland this Saturday—can they turn things around under new head coach Sean Lynn? By Sydney Morgan cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Wales seek fresh start against Scotland in Women's Six Nations opener - The Cardiffian Wales vs Scotland Women's Six Nations 2025
Wales kick off their 2025 Women’s Six Nations campaign against Scotland on Saturday March 22 at Hive Stadium in Edinburgh.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Were you part of the VE Day celebrations? An exhibition at @Whitchurch Library Hub (April 28 - May 10) is calling on locals to share their memories, stories, and photos. By @samrileyjourno.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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‘If we don’t do it now, the link will be broken': VE Day exhibition appeal to preserve Whitchurch’s history - The Cardiffian
The event will collate stories, photos, posters and memorabilia from the second world war era
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Wales' only women’s ice hockey team, the Cardiff Comets, is no longer accepting beginners because of limited ice time! By @alexbousfield.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Wales’ only women’s ice hockey team stops accepting beginners over a lack of ice time - The Cardiffian
The top-flight Cardiff Comets can only train once a week from 10pm to 11pm
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Motorist fined £1,014 for going 6mph over the 20mph speed limit By @bessantdavies.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Motorist fined £1,014 for going 6mph over the 20mph speed limit - The Cardiffian
We looked in detail at the data for 20mph roads in Penarth as a microcosm of wider issue
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
A man on the run threatened to “f***ing shoot” police while brandishing a wooden plank concealed in a black bin bag, Cardiff Crown Court heard. By Benedict Elliot cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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'I’ll f***ing shoot you,' man, 34, told police when brandishing a wooden plank in a black bin bag - The Cardiffian
I covered my head and shouted “go, go, go” to my colleague in our vehicle, one officer told court
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Ukrainian refugees in Cardiff gathered to honour those lost and reflect on the impact of the ongoing conflict. By Benedict Elliot cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Ukrainian refugees in Cardiff reflect on three years of war in their homeland - and want to stay - The Cardiffian
“It’s not only a support group, but a therapy project for all of our members,” said Larysa Martseva, 55.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
764 cozy snoods, handmade by a talented Cardiff team, have travelled the world to keep rescue dogs warm! By Joe Hearn cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Knitters are bringing warmth and comfort to dogs in rescue shelters - The Cardiffian
764 snoods made by a Cardiff team have made their way around the world to help dogs in need
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Watch with us as the 'festival of colours’ returns to Cardiff Castle By Haris Armstrong cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Holi 2025: ‘Festival of colours’ returns to Cardiff Castle - The Cardiffian
Hundreds gathered in the city centre to welcome the spring
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Volunteers are leading the way to help Kymin Park thrive — and you can join in! By @bessantdavies.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Volunteers are leading the way to help Penarth's Kymin Park flourish - The Cardiffian
Enthusiasts have been learning how to help care for the valuable woodland and wildlife haven - and more members are welcome
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Residents in Cardiff’s inner wards receive more bin fines than anywhere else in the city! By Gwilym Hubbard cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Residents in Cardiff’s inner wards receive more bin fines than anywhere else in the city - The Cardiffian
HOUSEHOLDS in Cathays and Grangetown receive the most fines for not doing their bins properly, new data shows.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
All eyes on local hero Gerwyn Price as darts returns to Cardiff! Here’s everything you need to know before the action kicks off... By William Dalgleish cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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All eyes on local hero Gerwyn Price as darts returns to Cardiff - The Cardiffian
Here's everything you need to know about Thursday's Premier League event
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women Women will be marching through Cardiff to protest against the 10-year wait for diagnosis By @alexbousfield.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Marching for endometriosis: The ‘completely debilitating’ condition that has women ‘questioning their own sanity’   - The Cardiffian
ENDOMETRIOSIS is a chronic condition that affects 1 in 10 women in Wales and has left women “questioning their own sanity,” while waiting for a diagnosis.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
"Disappointing," "Appalling," and "Diabolical" — just some of the words fans used to sum up Wales' tough 2025 Men’s Six Nations campaign By @georgeratcliffe.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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WATCH: Fans react to Wales' 2025 Men's Six Nations - The Cardiffian
The Cardiffian asked supporters to sum up the tournament in one word. They did not hold back
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Is Ultimate the sport for you? Spirit circles, no refs and only one piece of equipment – just don’t call it ‘frisbee’ By @duncanwelch99.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Is Ultimate the sport for you? Spirit circles, no refs and only one piece of equipment - just don't call it 'frisbee' - The Cardiffian
The sport is played competitively - but without referees - in parks all around Cardiff
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
The Shree Swaminarayan Temple has acquired a 30-football pitch-sized farm just outside Cardiff! By Rachel Fergusson cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Wales' biggest Hindu temple buys 66-acre farm just 20 minutes drive from Cardiff - The Cardiffian
The £1.3 million community farm could become a major attraction for people of all faiths and communities
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
"It’s just terrible": New law forces family to wait over a month for mother’s funeral By @samrileyjourno.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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‘It’s just terrible’: Change in law forces family to wait more than a month for mother's funeral - The Cardiffian
Concerns have been raised over the impact that delays to the death certification process is having on grieving families.
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The Cardiffian @thecardiffian.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Jazz with your breakfast? Start your day at the early morning jazz café bringing a burst of cheer to this Welsh train station! By @bessantdavies.bsky.social cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffia...
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Watch: The early morning jazz café that is bringing cheer to this Welsh train station - The Cardiffian
Discover Coaltrains Jazz Café at Barry station, where live jazz, creative events, and a welcoming atmosphere offer a unique experience.
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