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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.

Experiences

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.

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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?

People

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.

United Kingdom

'Firebreak' lockdown announced in Wales to fight coronavirus spread

'Firebreak' lockdown announced in Wales until November 9 in effort to halt spread of coronavirus

United Kingdom

COVID-19: Confusion as UK divided over Portugal quarantine rules

Some travellers have asked for clarity after Wales and Scotland imposed a 14-day quarantine for arrivals from Portugal, while England did not.

My Europe Series

The week in Europe: how is the bloc faring in the coronavirus fight?

Weeks into lockdown, Europe is finding out how to work together to fight the pandemic.

World

UK's Labour Party puts Brexit on backburner in election manifesto

The left-wing Labour party, in contrast to the Conservatives, is de-emphasising Brexit and concentrating instead on domestic issues in its newly-released manifesto.

Japan

Wales beaten by South Africa in thrilling World Cup clash

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Prince Charles meets Welsh rugby team in Tokyo

Britain's Prince Charles attended a Wales rugby training session ahead of their World Cup semi-final against South Africa on Sunday