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Ecotech

The world’s largest floating wind farm is being built off the UK coast

'Gwynt Glas' will be 20 times bigger than the current largest floating wind farm and generate 1GW of energy.

World News

Storm Barra: Thousands of homes left without power in Ireland

The storm is also threatening further destruction in some parts of Britain that had just about finished repairing the damage caused by Storm Arwen in late November.

Nature

Free trees are being handed out to the entire population in Wales

People who cannot take part in the scheme can choose for a free tree to be planted on their behalf.

Climate

‘A human catastrophe’: The UK’s first climate refugees refuse to leave

By 2054, this tiny Welsh village will be lost to the sea

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United Kingdom

Man sentenced for sending bomb hoax to UK vaccine plant and Wuhan lab

About 120 people were evacuated from a plant near Wrexham producing the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine after the bomb scare in January.

Residences

UK holidays: Here are 7 cosy cabins for an autumn getaway

We take a look at the most unusual places to stay in the UK if you want to get closer to nature.

Destinations

Why you should visit lakes, mountains and moors in Scotland and Wales

The UK is home to some stunning countryside, from beaches and lakes, to mountains and moors. Here’s our top places to visit in Scotland and Wales at any time of year.

Moments

Where is Europe’s first 4-person zip line and underwater escape room?

These abandoned mines and quarries in North Wales offer a chance for an eye-watering adventure.

World News

Dolberg scores 2, Denmark beats Wales 4-0 at Euro 2020

Denmark was the first team to advance to the quarterfinals at Euro 2020 by beating Wales 4-0.

Italy

Euro 2020: Italy beats Wales 1-0

The team marked its 11th straight win in the European Championship and will now play the second-place team from Group C at Wembley Stadium in London.

Turkey

Ramsey goal helps Wales to a 2-0 victory over Turkey at EURO 2020

The Latest: Ramsey leads Wales over Turkey 2-0 at Euro 2020

Sport

EURO 2020: This is your quick guide to Wales

They got to the semi-finals in 2016, can they go one step further this time?

Travel News

Power of a placename: Ireland’s many Yr Wyddfas

Towns with names like Youghal and Dún Laoghaire have confused tourists in Ireland for years. Why are Ireland's placenames so confusing for English speakers?

Travel News

The Welsh mountain battle: Why Snowdon should switch to Yr Wyddfa

Wales is trying to reclaim its tallest mountain’s Indigenous name, but colonial attitudes run deep.

World News

Wales manager Ryan Giggs to miss Euro 2020 after assault charges

The former Manchester United star was on Friday formally accused of assaulting two women.

United Kingdom

Welsh river turns white after milk tanker crashes into it

"An unknown quantity" of milk flowed into the river, officials said.

Destinations

Travel the UK like a local: Must-sees and best-avoided

Travel tips on how, where and when to visit the UK from someone who has been there and done it.

Destinations

8 reasons to put Cardiff on your travel bucket list

From the castles steeped in history to the picturesque pier, here's why you should visit the Welsh capital.

Musica

"Silence, serenity and peace": Sir Bryn Terfel's Christmas message

The Metropolitan Opera's pay per view online concerts make Christmas for music lovers across the globe with performances from operatic stars. Its online format is a solution to get musicians to their audiences and to remove the veil of darkness on opera houses during the pandemic.

United Kingdom

Wales' 'non-essential items' ban in supermarkets to be reviewed

Many people called into question the choice of products that had been earmarked as not crucial, which reportedly included clothes, shoes, toys and bedding.