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    The loneliness of Ramadan for Muslims far from home

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    Cardiff Bay’s water pollution is threatening tourism and businesses

    Britain’s Butterfly Crisis: Saving Butterflies Now

    Campaigners urge Welsh government to stop funding animal experiment

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    The Debrief Podcast

    The Road Not Taken Podcast

    Welsh filmmaker retells miners’ strike story through a new perspective

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    Art on Wheels: A Cardiff Artist’s Fluid Creative Space

    Wales’ first Black Music Awards to celebrate representation and legacy

    Cardiff buskers say bands using amplifiers are a public menace  

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    The Oddball Podcast: Episode 2

    Conquer challenges: Six events to test your limits in 2025

    Unhealthy foods will be restricted from checkouts at supermarket in Welsh

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Art on Wheels: A Cardiff Artist’s Fluid Creative Space

Mengfei Zhou·
Business & Culture
·12 May 2025
In a fast-paced, increasingly lonely world, how does the artist Anna use a tricycle to deliver creativity and healing?

Wales’ first Black Music Awards to celebrate representation and legacy

Joshua Mulford·
Business & Culture
·10 April 2025
The Black Welsh Music Awards will host its first event in October. How will this shape the future of Welsh black musicians?

Cardiff buskers say bands using amplifiers are a public menace  

Prashant Jha·
Business & Culture
·10 April 2025
A court in London said buskers playing loud music amounts to psychological torture. What do Cardiff’s performers think big bands using heavy equipment?

Welsh Oddities Podcast

Shrishti Poddar, Joshua Mulford, Olivia Crawford and Chenyu Zou·
Business & Culture
·4 April 2025
Welcome to Welsh Oddities, the podcast where we dive into the strange, the unexplained, and the downright mysteries of Wales.

Rooted Elsewhere Podcast

Hao Chen and Yiqun Gu·
Business & Culture
·4 April 2025
Welcome to Rooted Elsewhere, a podcast about finding home far from home through stories of resilience and belonging.

Final Goodbye Podcast

Jingyi Ji, yichenliu, Yu Qiu, Mengxi and Mengfei Zhou·
Business & Culture
·4 April 2025
Welcome to our Final Goodbye Podcast, where we explore the rich traditions, rituals, and beliefs surrounding funerals across different countries.

Food for thought: Welsh cuisine served with a side of local culture

Eliza Jones·
Business & Culture
·3 April 2025
A Cardiff restaurant and Welsh food tour have partnered up to offer an immersive evening filled with music, poetry and traditional local dishes.  

From California to Cardiff: US Burger Brand Carl’s Jr. Launches in UK 

Mengxi·
Business & Culture
·3 April 2025
Carl’s Jr. has opened its first UK branch in Cardiff. But can its bold American flavours win over a market already crowded with burger chains?

Hand-drawn maps: exploration and understanding the world through art

Yu Qiu·
Business & Culture
·3 April 2025
Recently, an illustrator in Cardiff completed a new hand-drawn city map. What the appeal of hand-drawn maps is in the era of GPS navigation.

Becoming a children’s writer: Expert advice from acclaimed authors

yichenliu·
Business & Culture
·3 April 2025
A famous children's writer came to Cardiff Children's Literature Festival to hold activities. What can youth who want to be a children's writer learn from her?

A popular Cardiff food yard returns after closing: what’s different now?

Mengxi·
Business & Culture
·27 March 2025
After a quiet shutdown in 2022, Tiger Yard returns with big plans and bigger expectations, but can it turn things around?

Welsh speakers fear losing connection as BBC cuts overseas broadcasts

Chenyu Zou·
Business & Culture
·27 March 2025
The BBC's Welsh programme will no longer be accessible internationally. How is this going to impact Welsh speaking communities overseas? 

Can’t get Glasto tickets? Here’s Wales’ best festival alternatives

Daniel Taylor·
Business & Culture
·24 March 2025
Missed out on major festival tickets? Here are five unforgettable Welsh festivals to liven up your summer.

Art at risk as unclear copyright laws around AI threaten creators’ rights

Arna Chatterjee·
Business & Culture
·20 March 2025
As AI reshapes content creation and copyright laws remain unclear, are creators' rights, incomes, and artistic ownership at risk?

A cup’s journey: Can Cardiff’s Refill Return Cup Scheme really change habits

Mengxi·
Business & Culture
·20 March 2025
Refill Return Cup has saved 8,000 single-use cups in four months. But can it overcome convenience and change habits?

YouTube stardom to restaurant success: A mother’s recipe for growth

Shrishti Poddar·
Business & Culture
·20 March 2025
A mother who turned her passion for cooking into a thriving business, breaking barriers and turning digital success into something bigger.

Hair bear bunch: A Welsh Instagram art studio sensation

Jingyi Ji·
Business & Culture
·20 March 2025
A Cardiff barber's new crafting project has become an Instagram sensation. We meet Danny to explore what is the story behind his hand-painted bears. 

Wales-Ukraine: A rich connection in history, art, and poetry

Joshua Mulford·
Business & Culture
·13 March 2025
The 'Welsh-Ukraine Poetry Event' celebrated the connection between the two countries. But what cultural similarities do both countries have?

New literary magazine brings fresh voices to Welsh writing

Jingyi Ji·
Business & Culture
·13 March 2025
A new Welsh literary magazine just launched its first issue in Cardiff. What can it bring to Welsh literature lovers and new writers?

The Welsh Oscars: We meet the winners on the red carpet

Mary Shar·
Business & Culture
·13 March 2025
Its My Shout Awards 2025 celebrated new Welsh talents after giving them a foot in the door in filmmaking.

Training with Cardiff circus makes you realise it’s more than just art

Arna Chatterjee·
Business & Culture
·13 March 2025
No Fit State has been training enthusiasts for 30 years. As circuses gain popularity in the UK, how can a novice train to be a performer?

From threat to defender: Cardiff startup develops AI to tackle trolls

Xinyu Zhao·
Business & Culture
·13 March 2025
Instead of replacing human, AI can be an ally in tackling online harassment. How can AI combat hate speech on the internet?

Repair Culture Returns: Repair or replace, this is a question

Yu Qiu·
Business & Culture
·8 March 2025
Repair Cafe Wales hosts Repair Week in Cardiff to encourage people to take part. Can repair cafes truly bring repair culture back into people's daily lives? 

Why are Cardiff’s pro-Palestine activists boycotting Barclays bank?

Olivia Crawford·
Politics & social justice
·7 March 2025
Campaigners are also boycotting Tesco Bank which uses Barclays infrastructure for its personal banking services.

From swiping to real life connection: Is offline dating making a comeback?

Mary Shar·
Business & Culture
·6 March 2025
Today’s generation are changing the way they date, as more than half of single adults are done with dating apps. So how are they finding love?

Bringing a city to life, one portrait at a time

Hao Chen·
Business & Culture
·6 March 2025
For the first time, City of Portraits is on display in Cardiff. What does it mean to capture a community, and can this project ever be complete?

Rewriting the wizard: Research reveals Merlin’s role as an environmentalist

Anindya Hazra·
Business & Culture
·6 March 2025
Not a pointy hatted wizard, but an environmentalist? Cardiff researchers offer a surprising new perspective to Merlin.

Basement theatres: Take a look inside Cardiff’s brand-new fringe theatre  

Eliza Jones·
Business & Culture
·6 March 2025
The grand opening of Porters basement performance space gives Cardiff it's first and only fringe theatre, and here is why you should visit.  

Zero Plus Fish and Chips bar : More than just a meal, a community hero

Jingyi Ji·
Business & Culture
·6 March 2025
A Cardiff restaurant has been a top three finalist in the Community Engagement Award. What did they do for the local people?

Learning from the pandemic: A mission to document memories 

Yiqun Gu·
Business & Culture
·6 March 2025
A Welsh author is collecting personal stories of the pandemic in Wales. What has the lockdown taught people about their lives and communities? 

Beloved Welsh theme park closes its door for good

William Edwards·
Business & Culture
·6 March 2025
The country's only major theme parks has closed with immediate effect, leaving staff without jobs and the local community facing an uncertain future.

Why you should explore traditional Welsh food this St David’s Day

Pollyanna Rees·
Business & Culture
·28 February 2025
As the 1st of March marks St David’s Day, why is it important to celebrate traditional Welsh cuisine and culture in the country's capital?

Cardiff restaurant earns first Michelin star within an year of its opening

Shrishti Poddar·
Business & Culture
·20 February 2025
Is Cardiff’s food scene finally getting the recognition it deserves and does this spell a bright future for Cardiff’s foodie Scene?

Cardiff follows Manchester and other EU cities in proposing tourism tax

Jingyi Ji·
Business & Culture
·20 February 2025
As Cardiff proposed tourism tax, local hotel owners are raising concerns about potential effects. What lessons can Cardiff learn from other cities?

Kendrick Lamar, SZA and the big concerts boosting Cardiff’s economy

Advait Gangawanwale·
Business & Culture
·20 February 2025
Popular musicians have announced their shows in the city this year. How much do such big concerts benefit the local businesses?

Welsh voices rising: “Music is the perfect way to share the language.”

Yiqun Gu·
Business & Culture
·20 February 2025
2025 marks the 10th anniversary of Welsh Language Music Day. Can Welsh music help secure the language’s future?

Meet the man making Grangetown great again

Daniel Taylor·
Business & Culture
·20 February 2025
The Voices of Grangetown exhibition is changing perceptions—and Zain Haq is the young curator making it happen.

Steep hike in house rent is pushing people away from Cardiff

Anindya Hazra·
Global city
·13 February 2025
People from Cardiff shares their experience about the housing rent crisis that the city is facing.

Welsh folk tradition’s future remains uncertain after revival

Yiqun Gu·
Business & Culture
·13 February 2025
A Welsh winter tradition has been warned by experts that it might disappear. What needs to be done to protect this vital cultural heritage?

Peek into the backstage life of burlesque veteran in Cardiff

Advait Gangawanwale·
Business & Culture
·13 February 2025
Cardiff Cabaret Club is performing Anti Valentines Burlesque this weekend, What makes Burlesque an interesting and enduring art form?

The rise of secondhand clothing: A new trend of sustainable fashion

Mengfei Zhou·
Business & Culture
·13 February 2025
The second-hand clothing market in Cardiff has grown significantly, particularly Gen Z, embracing secondhand clothing as a sustainable fashion

Love worth celebrating: Valentine’s Day based on love languages

Mary Shar·
Business & Culture
·13 February 2025
Understanding your partner’s love language can elevate your Valentine's date experience and strengthen your relationship with your partner. 

Alcohol Marketing: Innovation or Irresponsibility?

William Edwards·
Business & Culture
·13 February 2025
As a Welsh vodka company unveils its flashy new headquarters, questions arise over marketing tactics and whether the industry has a problem?

Welsh heritages could be preserved through scratch and sand animation

Chenyu Zou·
Business & Culture
·24 December 2024
A collective of artists use new techniques to heritage and celebrate Welsh archive material. The project aims to raise awareness about film preservation.

Are food delivery riders being exploited by the gig economy?

Advait Gangawanwale, Daniel Taylor, Pollyanna Rees, Shrishti Poddar, Xinyu Zhao and Mengxi·
Politics & social justice
·17 December 2024
Many riders work over 10 hours daily or on multiple platforms, often earning below minimum wage after deducting expenses like fuel and maintenance.

Crafting a Greener Future: Handmade recycled textiles shine in Splott

yichenliu·
Uncategorised
·13 December 2024
Local producers showcased eco-friendly accessories at the Railway Garden Winter Fair to challenge the environmental impact of fast fashion.

SHEIN brings festive fashion to Cardiff with free manicures and gifts

yichenliu·
Business & Culture
·10 December 2024
SHEIN’s Christmas-themed mobile salon offers free manicures, fashion giveaways strengthening its presence in the UK market.

Free soft drinks for designated drivers at Cardiff pubs this Christmas

Olivia Crawford·
Business & Culture
·7 December 2024
Drivers who skip the alcohol and give friends a lift home safely will get no-charge soft drinks at 23 venues across the city.

Grand opening of Wales’ first Ukrainian library in Cardiff city centre 

Jingyi Ji·
Business & Culture
·6 December 2024
Cardiff's new Ukrainian Library provides refugees in Wales with a place to experience the culture of their homeland. 

Cardiff businesses fear another year of downbeat Christmas sales

Prashant Jha·
Business & Culture
·6 December 2024
Businesses owners believe uncertainty over economy and rising bills are forcing families to buy cheap this festive season.

Cardiff Christmas market struggles with inflation and online competition

Mengxi·
Business & Culture
·5 December 2024
High inflation and online shopping challenge Cardiff’s Christmas Market, leaving traders finding creative ways to attract cautious consumers.

Cardiff’s leading music venue closes its doors due to rising costs and limited government support

Yiqun Gu·
Business & Culture
·30 November 2024
A famous venue shuts down, highlighting the economic challenges small businesses face today.

Former BBC Wales journalist reveals lost Welsh poet’s legacy

Hao Chen·
Business & Culture
·30 November 2024
Edward Evan's life and poetry uncover the fascinating blend of history, culture, and legend in 18th century Wales.

Vegan Restaurant reopens as a food trailer to tackle rising prices

Eliza Jones·
Business & Culture
·29 November 2024
Cardiff's first Vegan restaurant has reopened this week in the heart of the city centre, surviving the cost of living crisis.

Local talent and diversity shine at the Winter Art & Craft Exhibition

Jingyi Ji·
Business & Culture
·29 November 2024
Over 80 artists from different countries showcased 151 artworks at Cardiff M.A.D.E gallery, highlighting creativity, inclusivity, and community.

Santa wanted in Cardiff: unexpected world behind the red suit

Xinyu Zhao·
Business & Culture
·29 November 2024
Santa’s Grotto in City Centre is closed due to the shortage of performers, so what is the life like for Father Christmas?

AI Granny ‘Daisy’ fools scam-callers by sounding human-like

Mary Shar·
Business & Culture
·29 November 2024
A new anti-fraud invention 'Daisy' acts and sounds like a real grandmother to fool scam callers into thinking they are an easy target.

“The Moon has got a special place in our hearts” reminisce local musicians

Advait Gangawanwale·
Business & Culture
·29 November 2024
The Moon, a popular venue among grassroots-level musicians announced the closing of their business last weekend leaving performers dejected.

“Don’t mourn it when it’s gone,” warns Cardiff pub campaigner.

Daniel Taylor·
Business & Culture
·28 November 2024
Cardiff’s drinking culture is at risk, as pub closure crisis deepens across Wales.

A collective of artists try to explore a new perspective of art

Chenyu Zou·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
How can art reshape the way we see and experience spaces? A group of artists in the UK aim to experiment and create a new art form.

New neurodiverse-friendly kitchen opens: An inclusive space for all

Shrishti Poddar·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
The newly opened kitchen at Llanrumney Hub is offering an inclusive space with tailored activities, for all residents and community members.

Cardiff’s Welsh speakers hope to enjoy more Welsh-language performances

Yiqun Gu·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
Some Welsh speakers in Cardiff say they want to see more Welsh-language performances at the Wales Millennium Centre because Welsh is their first language.

Charity and sustainability is at the heart of EcomarketSplott

Advait Gangawanwale·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
Homeless people around Cardiff to receive clothes after local residents donated clothes to a charity stall at the 'EcomarketSplott' this Sunday.

17,000 teachers needed to save aim of ONE million Welsh speakers by 2050

Joshua Mulford·
Politics & social justice
·22 November 2024
A local campaign group has informed the Welsh Government 17,000 teacher are needed to support One Million Welsh speakers target by 2050.

The third branch: Benthyg ACE expands to north Cardiff

Mengxi·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
A unique sharing platform helps residents navigate economic challenges.

Families of children with short lives enjoyed Winter Wonderland’s ice rink

Mary Shar·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
Families of children with short lives were welcomed to a private ice-skating session thanks to a charity initiative.

Splott Community Volunteers crowned Volunteer Group of the Year

Hao Chen·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
Approaching their 10th anniversary, Splott Community Volunteers have been honored at the Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024.

Wales Millennium Centre announces opening of a new immersive theatre

Eliza Jones·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
Wales Millennium Centre announced the opening of a new theatre in Cardiff Bay which will introduce storytelling through immersive digital art.

New exhibition shares the story of forced migration of Asian people

Pollyanna Rees·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
The launch of a new exhibition celebrates the resilience of Asian communities who rebuilt their lives in Wales after being expelled from Uganda.

Celebrating 100 years of Welsh women’s call for global peacekeeping 

Arna Chatterjee·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
The Temple of Peace and Health celebrates its 86th anniversary by honouring the lost 1920s Welsh Women’s Peace Appeal. 

Cardiff’s oldest adult store brought back to life thanks to Covid

Xinyu Zhao·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2024
Last remaining adult shop in South Wales has seen a sharp surge in customers from all walks of life looking for better sexual experience.

Butetown wall becomes a canvas for community spirit

Anindya Hazra·
Global city
·15 November 2024
The Butetown heritage mural reflects locals' stories, symbolizing unity and support while highlighting the diversity of the area.

Local youth share powerful stories of heritage and dreams

Shrishti Poddar·
Business & Culture
·15 November 2024
The Young Storytellers Wales Festival, highlights the creative talents of local youth featuring young voices sharing stories.

Cardiff Polish choir sings for mental health to promote local wellbeing

Chenyu Zou·
Sport & health
·15 November 2024
Cardiff’s vibrant Polish community aims to create a piece of Poland abroad, resonating with the sounds, stories, and spirit of its homeland.

Canton’s Art Centre celebrates women in action films in cinemas

Arna Chatterjee·
Business & Culture
·15 November 2024
A chance to experience re-releases of iconic action films with women at their heart in cinemas this November and December.

Historic Splott pub will be listed as a local heritage site to protect it from demolition

Eliza Jones·
Business & Culture
·15 November 2024
Splott’s only existing pub has been selected for Cardiff’s local heritage list in order to preserve its history and architectural significance.

Cardiff Canton Property Surge: How Should Residents Respond?

Mengxi·
Business & Culture
·15 November 2024
The value of real estate in the Canton area of Cardiff has continued to rise since 2017.

Award-winning UK African artist unveils largest solo exhibition

Mary Shar·
Business & Culture
·15 November 2024
Ntiense Eno-Amooquaye has revealed a unique exhibition in Cardiff providing a sensory experience through a mixture of poems, artworks and fashion.

‘Planet Card’: Cardiff’s fresh and affordable healthy eating scheme

Olivia Crawford·
Business & Culture
·15 November 2024
An initiative to connect Cardiff residents with healthy and sustainable local produce is open for applications.

Pocket Museum: an innovative project to showcase Splott’s story.

Yu Qiu·
Business & Culture
·15 November 2024
The Pocket Museum will display 50 stories about Splott, presented on cards that make local history accessible.

Do dating apps impact the chances of finding a lasting relationship?

Eliza Jones·
Business & Culture
·9 November 2024
Modern dating methods have been suggested to reduce the chances of forming long-term relationships.

Who Should Pay on The First Date?

Mary Shar·
Business & Culture
·8 November 2024
More than half of singles have been giving up on dating due to the current financial situation. But have the expectations of gender roles in dating changed in Cardiff accordingly?

Did Trump’s climate policies impact your personal views or actions on climate change?

Shrishti Poddar·
Politics & social justice
·8 November 2024
As Trump’s climate policies rippled across the globe, locals felt the impact too.

Halloween in Cardiff: Take a spooky autumn nature walk with the dead

Olivia Crawford·
Business & Culture
·28 October 2024
Both a historic burial ground and local wildlife site, the gates of Cathays Cemetery offer a calm and picturesque retreat from the hustle and bustle of the Welsh capital.

A Bookstore Located in the Centre of Business Street-A Wonderful Place for Cardiff Readers

Yiqun Gu·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
Waterstones, a perfect bookstore in the heart of Cardiff with all types of books as well as a café.

Science Lab or Cocktail Bar?

Eliza Jones·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
Lab 22 is Cardiff's critically-acclaimed and independently run cocktail bar, found in the heart of the city centre.

The Bike Lock: Where great coffee meets a secure bike storage

Pollyanna Rees·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
As a student, finding a reliable coffee shop to study in is essential, and I've concluded that The Bike Lock always delivers the best experience.

“Penarth: A Warm Community at the Heart of Cardiff’s Coast”

Shrishti Poddar·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
From local shops to a thriving coffee culture, experience the warmth and character of the people who brings this coastal town to life.

Chinese Fast-Moving Consumer Brands Captivate UK Shoppers

Mengxi·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
In recent years, Chinese fast-moving consumer brands are gaining significant traction among UK shoppers, particularly in major cities like Cardiff.

The Souvenir Shop of Cardiff University

Mengfei Zhou·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
It is not just a place for shopping, but also a place which carries the memories of students. 

More Than Just Trinkets—A Piece of Cardiff’s Heart

Hao Chen·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
Before leaving, travelers often stop by a souvenir shop to pick up mementos that capture cherished memories to keep and share.

Are comics more than just ‘simple entertainment’?

Arna Chatterjee·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
"Forbidden Planet International" stands up to its name with its eclectic collection of everything 'entertainment.'

Geek Retreat: Cardiff’s underground den for all things ‘geeky’.

Joshua Mulford·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
Cardiff's underground den that has players battling it out across tabletop war zones and dungeons.

Air raid shelters: the unseen side of Cardiff Castle

Chenyu Zou·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
The towers and walls of Cardiff Castle have long been admired, but do you know Cardiff Castle at all? What hidden stories lie beneath?

Biryani Kings – Cardiff’s new haven for authentic Indian cuisine

Advait Gangawanwale·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
Two brothers from Hyderabad, India opened a biryani restaurant last weekend on city road in Cardiff - from where one of them graduated

One of the Smallest Coffee Shops in Cardiff

Yu Qiu·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
A small coffee shop hidden in the garden provides customers with coffee and beautiful scenery everyday.

Kelly’s Records: Cardiff’s Vinyl Heart

Daniel Taylor·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
An independent vinyl store, tucked away in Cardiff's city centre, dedicated to selling physical media in a digital world.

Broaden Your Horizons: Why National Museum Cardiff should not be missed!

Jingyi Ji·
Business & Culture
·25 October 2024
Whether you like nature ecology or art collection, National Museum Cardiff is a great place you should not miss.

Caereu, the hidden Cardiff hill fort waiting to be explored

Anindya Hazra·
Global city
·25 October 2024
Nestled high up above Cardiff, the iron age Caerau hill fort promises a breathtaking view of the metropolis while engaging the much-neglected local communities of Caer and Ely.
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