Wales

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Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It is bordered by the Irish Sea to the north and west, England to the east, the Bristol Channel to the south, and the Celtic Sea to the south-west. As of 2021, it had a population of 3.2 million. It has a total area of 21,218 square kilometres (8,192 sq mi) and over 2,700 kilometres (1,680 mi) of coastline. It is largely mountainous with its higher peaks in the north and central areas, including Snowdon, its highest summit. The country lies within the north temperate zone and has a changeable, maritime climate. Its capital and largest city is Cardiff.

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Family mourn death of sister who used Swiss clinic ITV News’ Paul Brand reports on how a Swiss assisted dying clinic helped a British woman die without her family knowing. Anne travelled from Wales to the Pegasos clinic near Basel to end her life in.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:00Published 16 hours ago

Former Reform UK leader in Wales arrives at Old Bailey Former Reform UK leader in Wales, Nathan Gill, arrives for a preliminary hearing at the Old Bailey, alleged to have taken bribes to make favourable statements about Russia in the European Parliament... Credit: ODN Duration: 00:26Published 2 weeks ago

Michael Sheen Writes Off Over $1M Worth of People's Debt Using His Own Money \| THR News Video Michael Sheen has written off $1.29 million of debt for 900 people using $129,000 of his own money. The Welsh star, famed for roles in 'Good Omens,' 'Twilight' and 'A Very Royal Scandal,' has started a.. Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 01:32Published 3 weeks ago

Commuters give their verdict on rail ticket rises Commuters in central London are negative about the rise in the cost of rail travel, with many citing the poor services not being value for money. Train fares in England and Wales rose by 4.6% while.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:16Published on March 3, 2025

PM reveals large nuclear expansion plan across UK Sir Keir Starmer has revealed plans to make it easier to build small nuclear power plants in England and Wales in an effort to boost economic growth. The prime minister described the plans as "long.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:14Published on February 6, 2025

Government reveals plans to build nuclear reactors The government has announced plans to make it easier to build mini nuclear power stations in England and Wales. Energy Minister Michael Shanks said the plans aim to "remove as much red tape and.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:56Published on February 6, 2025

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Ex-Reform UK leader in Wales to deny taking Russian-linked bribes The former leader of Reform UK in Wales has indicated he will deny charges of making favourable statements about Russia in the European Parliament in exchange for bribes. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago

UK's longest ski slope set to be built in Welsh Valleys Plans to build the UK's longest ski slope in the Welsh Valleys have been approved by councillors. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
Calls to ban smartphones in Welsh schools rejected by Senedd committee Calls for a smartphone ban in Welsh schools have been rejected by a committee of politicians. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
Largest theme park in Wales closes after nearly 40 years The largest theme park in Wales has closed with immediate effect, after nearly 40 years. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago

Welsh budget approved - but what does it mean? The Welsh government's budget has been approved by Senedd members in a vote on Tuesday. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago
Prince wishes Wales a happy St David's Day in its native tongue In his first message delivered in Welsh, the Prince of Wales has wished the country a "Happy St David's Day". Sky News - Published on March 1, 2025
'Cream rises to the top' - Wales' helping hand in making of Beirne Ireland lock Tadhg Beirne made his name at Scarlets but a Welsh Grand Slam winner had already had a huge influence on his career long before he arrived in Llanelli. BBC Sport - Published on February 21, 2025
Why Easterby is touted as the man to lead Wales Former team-mates explain why Ireland interim head coach Simon Easterby could be the perfect fit to succeed Warren Gatland. BBC Sport - Published on February 21, 2025

Feast of Football Feast of Football returns as Wales kick off their Nations League campaign against Italy. BBC Sport - Published on February 20, 2025
Former Reform UK leader in Wales charged with bribery after counter terror probe The former leader of Reform UK in Wales has been charged with bribery after an investigation by counter terrorism police. Sky News - Published on February 20, 2025
Wales debut for Mee as Anscombe & Llewellyn return Scarlets wing Ellis Mee will make his Wales debut against Ireland while Gareth Anscombe and Max Llewellyn return for Saturday's Six Nations match. BBC Sport - Published on February 20, 2025	Mee makes Wales debut, Anscombe and Llewellyn back Scarlets wing Ellis Mee will make his Wales debut against Ireland while Gareth Anscombe and Max Llewellyn return for Saturday's Six Nations match. BBC Sport - Published on February 20, 2025
Easterby has had 'no contact' about Wales job Ireland interim boss Simon Easterby says he has had no contact from the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) about replacing Warren Gatland as head coach. BBC Sport - Published on February 20, 2025	Sheehan to captain much-changed Ireland against Wales Dan Sheehan is named captain of a much-changed Ireland team for Saturday's Six Nations game against Wales in Cardiff. BBC Sport - Published on February 20, 2025
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