Rhossi, a rare sea turtle, recovers after 5,000-mile trek from Wales to Texas Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, near death on Welsh beach in 2023, is thriving in Houston despite lingering pneumonia The Guardian - US · Aug 17
UK Water Bills Could Get 'Surge Pricing' During Drought While Millions of Litres Leak Away Ofwat is considering surge pricing for water in England and Wales during droughts, sparking controversy as water companies face criticism for leaks and rising bills International Business Times UK · Aug 17
TV tonight: Michael Sheen’s furious investigation into a pollution scandal The actor’s anger grows as he seeks answers about toxic ‘forever’ chemicals in Wales. Plus: speed dating with the Gypsy Wives. Here’s what to watch this evening The Guardian - UK · Aug 17
Public in England and Wales wrongly think most killers are minority ethnic Research from King’s College London finds that Reform voters’ perceptions were furthest from the truth The Guardian - UK · Aug 17
‘It’s been very tough’: hope of progress in gruelling battle against south Wales wildfire Efforts of emergency services and military in Blaenavon appear to be working but there are fears for the future The Guardian - UK · Aug 16
Water companies in England and Wales explore ‘surge pricing’ during drought Suppliers could factor water scarcity into charges as part of Ofwat proposal to reduce consumption The Guardian - UK · Aug 16
Gurkhas deployed to help fight UK wildfires The military has been called in to support South Wales Fire and Rescue Service as firefighters tackle blazes in 10-11 hour shifts The Independent UK · Aug 16
Met Office warns another heatwave could hit UK in September after sweltering 38C temperatures Crews are continuing to fight wildfires in South Wales The Independent UK · Aug 16
India face acid test against England, eyeing end to their 32-year World Cup jinx India confronts England in a vital Hockey World Cup pool match on Monday. This game is crucial as India seeks to end a 32-year World Cup win drought. Both teams aim for top positions in Pool D, carrying forward first-round results. India must improve open play finishing and intensity against… The Economic Times · Aug 16
Walk-outs, infighting and a failed budget: The first 100 days of a Plaid Cymru and Reform-led Wales From suggestions that Welsh students can’t read to tears in the chamber, it’s been an eventful few months in Welsh politics after Labour’s wipeout in May left the Senedd unrecognisable. Holly Evans takes a closer look at the first 100 days of the new Welsh government The Independent UK · Aug 16
Thousands of Bonnie Tyler fans gather to pay respects as coffin brought home Fans line streets singing Total Eclipse of the Heart ahead of Welsh singer’s Swansea funeral The Guardian - UK · Aug 15
Bonnie Tyler fans gather for memorial procession Ahead of her funeral service on Monday (17.08.26), fans gathered in Mumbles, South Wales, to say their farewells to Bonnie Tyler. BANG Premier · Aug 15
Fans line Welsh streets as Bonnie Tyler body's returns for funeral MUMBLES (UNITED KINGDOM) - Bonnie Tyler fans lined the streets of a south Wales suburb Saturday to pay their respects as the late Welsh singer's coffin returned to her home there ahead of her funeral. Bangkok Post · Aug 15
India beat Wales 3-1 to begin FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign with a win India secured a 3-1 victory against Wales in their opening World Cup match. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored two penalty-corner goals to establish an early lead. India extended their advantage to three goals after the break with another penalty-corner conversion. Wales managed to score a consolation goal in the final minutes… The Economic Times · Aug 15
The Economic Times · Aug 15 Hockey World Cup 2026 schedule: Check full men’s and women’s matches, timings and where to watch in India India's men's and women's hockey teams commence their World Cup journeys on August 15 and 16. Both squads compete in Pool D, facing strong international opposition in their opening matches. Captain Harmanpreet Singh leads the men's team, aiming for a historic World Cup victory. The women's team, under Salima Tete,…
The Independent UK · Aug 15 Four boys arrested on suspicion of arson as wildfire spreads in South Wales The teenagers have since been bailed under investigation
What Hi-Fi? · Aug 15 How to watch FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 online from anywhere: FREE live streams, TV channels, schedule All the ways to watch FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 live streams online and from anywhere in the world, including FREE options.
The Times of India · Aug 14 A Welsh family lost Menna Owen at 18 after a seizure-triggered cardiac arrest; her heart and lungs were donated to two recipients, both doing well a year later In recent times, there has been a notable drop in family consent rates for organ donation in the UK, resulting in an unprecedented number of patients on transplant waiting lists. To combat this issue, NHS Blood and Transplant has initiated a campaign aimed at boosting registration among potential donors. Menna…
Evening Standard · Aug 14 Andy Burnham sends heatwave wildfire mobile phone alerts to millions of Londoners as city frazzles in 34C The capital sizzled with highs of 34.3 on Friday, the day after the mercury hit 38.1C in Kew Gardens
The Guardian - UK · Aug 14 Emergency alert warning of wildfire risk sent to phones in England and Wales People urged not to light barbecues, campfires or anything else that could spark fire during period of extreme heat
The Independent UK · Aug 14 ‘Andy will save us all!’ - Public react as emergency alert issued to millions over wildfires threat Alerts began flooding phones at 7pm, shortly before the Cabinet Office said they would be sent to millions
The Independent UK · Aug 14 Wildfires latest: Firefighters battling major incidents as Britons warned ‘country in the thick of it’ Head of National Fire Chiefs’ Council says UK ‘in the thick of it’ as wildfires rage
The Independent UK · Aug 14 Emergency wildfire alert sent to all phones in England and Wales – here’s what to know IN FULL
The National (Scotland) · Aug 14 Millions across England and Wales receive emergency wildfire phone alert MILLIONS of people across England and Wales are receiving an emergency alert on their phones, warning them against lighting anything that could…