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M4 three-vehicle crash causing traffic nightmare - live updates
The crash reportedly involves three vehicles and is causing significant congestion on the M4 westbound near Newport
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How long you're expected to live depending on where you are in Wales
There are pretty significant divides on how long you're expected to live depending on where you are from in Wales
Best pictures of a packed Cardiff on one of the busiest days of the year
Thousands braved the Welsh capital for the penultimate weekend before Christmas
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City street overwhelmed by takeaways where locals are breathing a sigh of relief
The Cardiff street is home to a couple of pharmacies, three barbers, two pubs, two nail salons and a ridiculous amount of takeaways
Former nurse with just one symptom 'felt cheated' after 'huge diagnosis'
Heulwen Wyatt, a former nurse from Cardiff, was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer three years ago
Driver carries out jaw-dropping manoeuvre on busy city centre roundabout
'I couldn't believe they were doing it'
Hollywood star films major TV drama in Cardiff park
ITV's The Party has a stellar cast and is being filmed in and around south Wales
Inclusion, Information, Practical Support: Cardiff’s 1st Neurodivergent Friendly Strategy
Cardiff Council is on the verge of approving its first-ever Neurodivergent Friendly Cardiff Strategy, a pioneering five-year plan designed to make the city a place where neurodivergent people of all ages are supported to live well and thrive.
Prioritising Cardiff’s social housing for those most in need
With demand for social housing at record levels and more than 10,000 households on the waiting list, Cardiff Council is set to consider a series of changes to the city’s Social Housing Allocation Scheme.
Regeneration and placemaking: New draft strategy for vibrant, sustainable communities
A new framework designed to create a stronger, fairer and greener Cardiff for all has been developed to enhance the vitality and viability of Cardiff’s neighbourhoods.
The Update: 12 December 2025
Here is your Friday update, covering: Council Officers Worked Around the Clock to Clear Up After Storm Bram, Cardiff Council announces major expansion of specialist education provision, and more…
Millbank Primary School praised for leadership, inclusion, and pupil well-being in latest Estyn inspection
Millbank Primary School in Ely, has been commended by Estyn for the school’s effective leadership, inclusive culture, and strong focus on pupil well-being and progress.
Two teenagers accused of plotting terrorist attacks in Cardiff
The two teenagers are charged with the preparation of acts of terrorism between October 1 and November 16
'Don't attend hospitals unless it's an emergency,' says health board
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is dealing with a system failure and advising patients to avoid non-emergency visits
Monster trucks to return to Cardiff for huge 2026 Monster Jam event
Fans of the big trucks will be happy to hear the massive stunt show is returning to Wales
Changes planned to relieve huge pressures on Cardiff schools
The proposals for 14 schools is in direct response to increasing numbers of children requiring specialist placements," the council said.
Cardiff sparkles as Sleeping Beauty leads this year’s festive panto season
Wales’s Biggest Panto has returned to New Theatre Cardiff, and this year’s festive favourite is Sleeping Beauty, running until Sunday 4 January 2026. One of the things that makes panto so special is how relaxed it feels. For many younger audience members, this will be their first ever theatre vi...
M4 traffic held on motorway causing morning delays
The M4 was held at standstill on Friday
All the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year swims in Wales for 2025
Festive swims and dips are part and parcel of the period for some people
Old Ibis hotel to house homeless despite 'rampant' bad behaviour complaints
Cardiff Council has approved the controversial plan despite complaints of 'open drug use, shoplifting and harassment'