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    Sichuan street food stall draws crowds at Cardiff markets

    K-Pop dance explosion in Cardiff: From fans to performers

    The loneliness of Ramadan for Muslims far from home

  • Science & environment
    Science & environment

    Britain’s Butterfly Crisis: Saving Butterflies Now

    Campaigners urge Welsh government to stop funding animal experiment

    Clearest pictures of the early universe: Cardiff researchers play crucial role

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    Politics & social justice

    The Debrief Podcast

    The Road Not Taken Podcast

    Welsh filmmaker retells miners’ strike story through a new perspective

  • Business & Culture
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    Wales’ first Black Music Awards to celebrate representation and legacy

    Cardiff buskers say bands using amplifiers are a public menace  

    Welsh Oddities Podcast

  • Sport & health
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    Conquer challenges: Six events to test your limits in 2025

    Unhealthy foods will be restricted from checkouts at supermarket in Welsh

    Welsh rower breaks the record as the oldest woman to cross the Atlantic

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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?

Kier Starmer is first UK leader to take HIV test

Olivia Crawford·
Politics & social justice
·13 February 2025
The Prime Minster joined HIV awareness campaigners to challenge stigma and promote the benefits of testing.

Cost of Living Crisis: Can students in Cardiff keep up?

Hao Chen·
Politics & social justice
·13 February 2025
The cost of living in the UK has been rising, adding financial pressure on students. Is the UK still an affordable place for international students?

Storytelling in a changing world: the timeless art of connection

Arna Chatterjee·
Global city
·13 February 2025
In a world where isolation and digital bubbles are becoming the norm, how does storyteller Adam E. Holton revive curiosity and human connections?

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

Galentine’s Day in Cardiff: The importance of female friendships

Jingyi Ji·
Global city
·13 February 2025
Galentine's Day is a day supposed to celebrate female friendship. How do women of different ages in Cardiff view the importance of female friendship?

Welsh water voles pushed out of their habitat by non-native predator

Eliza Jones·
Science & environment
·13 February 2025
Water voles usually avoided the harsh conditions of higher altitudes, but peat bogs and moorlands are now a vital sanctuary for them.

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. 

‘We are the solution’: meet the people cleaning River Taff

Xinyu Zhao·
Science & environment
·13 February 2025
Volunteers have collected 17,000 canisters in just two and half years. Can the River Taff survive this level of pollution?

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?

Knitting for Mind: “When you’re knitting, you go into your own little world.”

Yu Qiu·
Sport & health
·13 February 2025
Knitting, once a hobby for the elderly, is now trending among young people. What has made it so popular? And how does it help improve mental health? 

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.

Welsh women with endometriosis push for support from employers

Pernia Mubashir Khamisa, Yu Qiu, Prashant Jha, Hao Chen, Chenyu Zou and Olivia Crawford·
Politics & social justice
·18 December 2024
Women say they are being overlooked for promotions and accused of faking pain to get sick leave in the workplace.

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.

Individual support and community housing can help Cardiff’s fight against homelessness

Jingyi Ji, Anindya Hazra, yichenliu, Eliza Jones and William Edwards·
Global city
·17 December 2024
Experts feel Cardiff's recurring homeless problem can be solved by individualized support and community housing.

Cardiff’s 1st ‘Warm Homes and Cost of Living’ Forum was held in Splott Community

Mengfei Zhou·
Politics & social justice
·16 December 2024
Acorn members and council cabinets discuss empty property tax and winter fuel support scheme to address the cost-of-living crisis

International students in Cardiff are struggling with mental health support

Joshua Mulford, Mary Shar, Arna Chatterjee, Mengfei Zhou and Yiqun Gu·
Sport & health
·16 December 2024
Thousands of cases go unreported at Cardiff University as students face setbacks due to multiple barriers challenging access for help

Cardiff choir raises funds for humanitarian efforts in Gaza

Chenyu Zou·
Politics & social justice
·13 December 2024
The choir has raised over£9000 through a series of musical events to support freedom and peace in Gaza, turning passion for music into activism.

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.

A Splott website provides residents with localized by-election insight

Yu Qiu·
Politics & social justice
·10 December 2024
Lynne Thomas, who runs the INKSPLOTT website, provides interviews and fact-checks of candidates to provide relevant information to the community.

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.

British activist group believes it’s time to do more in the face of populism

Pernia Mubashir Khamisa·
Politics & social justice
·9 December 2024
Led by Donkeys discussed the future of UK politics, its challenges, and ‘optimism in action’ at a panel discussion in Cardiff. 

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.

Cardiff’s new dino-store sells everything dinosaur and a little bit more.

Daniel Taylor·
Science & environment
·6 December 2024
A new store in Cardiff is perfect for dinosaur lovers, and it's open just in time for Christmas.

Splott Community Volunteers aim to spread more joy after winning award

Advait Gangawanwale·
Politics & social justice
·6 December 2024
Splott Community Volunteers were awarded Volunteer Group of the Year at the Cardiff Volunteer Awards ahead of their 10th anniversary.

Santa Dash 2024: Cardiff Bay’s festive race for heart health

Mengxi·
Sport & health
·6 December 2024
Hundreds of Santas run to fund defibrillators and CPR training in Wales.

Volunteers with learning disabilities find community in cleanliness drives

Arna Chatterjee·
Science & environment
·6 December 2024
Voluntary group in Canton gives space to everyone to feel involved with the local community through litter picking efforts.

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. 

Wildlife charity try to build a place fit for future generations in Wales

Chenyu Zou·
Science & environment
·6 December 2024
The charity set an ambitious target to raise over £3.8 million from long-term contributors for endangered animals and tackling the nature crisis.

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 cyclists call for stronger storage facilities at supermarkets

Xinyu Zhao·
Politics & social justice
·6 December 2024
Cycling campaign suggests Cardiff should follow London’s example to build cycle hangers to encourage more short rides.

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.

Boycezone brings music and charity in rainy Cardiff during rugby match.

yichenliu·
Sport & health
·30 November 2024
Rugby fans disappointed by Wales' loss to South Africa last week found a reason to smile thanks to a band raising money for charity.

Pensioners in Wales urge the restoration of winter fuel payments

Yu Qiu·
Politics & social justice
·29 November 2024
A petition against Winter Fuel Payment cuts gathers over 28,500 signatures from 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?

Should assisted dying be legalised in England and Wales?

Daniel Taylor·
Politics & social justice
·29 November 2024
This week, MPs will vote whether to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. But, what do people in Cardiff think?

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.

Wales could be a pilot region for climate action to reach net zero

Chenyu Zou·
Science & environment
·29 November 2024
An independent expert group is spearheading efforts to achieve net zero in Wales by 2035, setting an example for other countries.

Try to repair instead of replacing items this festive season

Arna Chatterjee·
Science & environment
·29 November 2024
Repair Café, Canton urges people to make conscious decisions towards sustainability while buying this festive season.

People should have access to health services in Welsh, says commissioner

Pollyanna Rees·
Politics & social justice
·29 November 2024
The 'Defnyddia dy Gymraeg' campaign gives organisations the opportunity to promote their Welsh language services.

Wales’ oldest Greek Orthodox Church opposes assisted dying

Prashant Jha·
Politics & social justice
·29 November 2024
Parish Priest Nicholas Price said the bill to legalise assisted suicide in England and Wales is a slippery slope which is being rushed into law.

“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.

Are supermarkets a student’s best bet for fresh, affordable food?

Pernia Mubashir Khamisa·
Sport & health
·29 November 2024
A Welsh food community says local co-operatives are good alternatives for high-quality fruits and vegetables, minus the excessive plastic packaging.

“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.

Refugees in Cardiff now have a platform to share struggles and hopes

Yu Qiu·
Politics & social justice
·22 November 2024
Run by a supportive organisation in Splott, the podcast features personal stories of asylum seekers and refugees.

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.

Cardiff parents and grandparents rally to stop the killing of children in Gaza

Anindya Hazra·
Politics & social justice
·22 November 2024
Parents of Cardiff gathered in front of the Cardiff castle on monday, urging the British government to take steps to end the sufferings of the children in Gaza.

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.

Crowds gathered in Queen Street to march for the Palestinian conflict

Jingyi Ji·
Politics & social justice
·22 November 2024
As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza intensified, people in Cardiff who care about the situation in Palestine organized a peaceful march, a scholar gave a speech.

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.

Arts and Crafts: A new project to be creative and happy

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·22 November 2024
This project not only develop your artistic talent, but also help you understand deeper needs.

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. 

Welsh National Opera faces job cuts as government slashes arts funding

Prashant Jha·
Politics & social justice
·22 November 2024
Opera management's plans to lay off one-third chorus members and reduce pay by 15% is facing stiff resistance from singers.

Artist wants Welsh museums to tell South Asian stories with empathy

Pernia Mubashir Khamisa·
Global city
·22 November 2024
At St Fagans Museum, a colonial-era sofa prompts important questions about representation and telling stories of artefacts with care.

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.

Cardiff welcomes new protections for 11 more parks and playgrounds

Olivia Crawford·
Science & environment
·22 November 2024
Twenty-one sites across the city will now be safeguarded for community play and sports.

Splott Council Candidate Promises Change and Honors Mother’s Legacy

Advait Gangawanwale·
Politics & social justice
·16 November 2024
Welsh Labour Party Candidate Anny Anderson is quick to brush off accusations of nepotism but wants to carry on her mother’s legacy.

Fitness and health: new classes running in Riverside

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·16 November 2024
New classes in an ancient form of Chinese self-defence and meditation are now running in Riverside.

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.

Food poverty: Charities being left to do the government’s work

Yiqun Gu·
Politics & social justice
·15 November 2024
The co-ordinator of a Cardiff food charity says it’s time for the government to step up and start dealing with food poverty and not leave it to charities to deal with the problem.

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.

Local park still suffering from problems despite costly redevelopment

William Edwards·
Science & environment
·15 November 2024
A Riverside park recently redeveloped at a cost of around £200,000 has not lost its anti-social behaviour problem.

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.

Hands-on community: skill-sharing Tuesdays at goodShed

Hao Chen·
Sport & health
·15 November 2024
In Splott, a vibrant community gathers every Tuesday at goodShed to learn practical skills, connect with neighbors, and work on hands-on projects.

New initiative gives low-income families access to organic food

Pollyanna Rees·
Sport & health
·15 November 2024
The Planet Card scheme gives money to low-income families to spend on organic fruit and vegetables at Roath and Riverside Farmers Markets.

Silver Surfers: New Digital Classes for Older Generations in Cardiff

yichenliu·
Global city
·15 November 2024
As the John Lewis Christmas ad lands on our screens, older people around the city are learning how to get online and tick off their festive lists

Sweet tunes and sweeter cakes:Cardiff Foodbank hosts concert

Jingyi Ji·
Global city
·15 November 2024
Cardiff’s Railway Garden hosted a lively community event with music, cake, and fundraising, bringing locals together to support the Cardiff Foodbank.

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.

Local children ask for historical building to be turned into a pizza shop

Joshua Mulford·
Science & environment
·15 November 2024
A Victorian gatekeeper's hut is about to get a new sense of life as the local community comes together with fresh and interesting ideas.

Cardiff taxi drivers squeezed by Uber’s rise and reduced spaces

Xinyu Zhao·
Politics & social justice
·15 November 2024
700 taxi drivers in Cardiff are challenged by ride hailing platforms and the lack of support from the council.

South Cardiff parents vow to continue fight for Welsh medium school

Prashant Jha·
Politics & social justice
·15 November 2024
Locals say Cardiff Council lacks vision to promote Welsh language in low-income areas like Grangetown and Butetown.

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.

Are you controlling the intake of unhealthy food?

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·9 November 2024
Consuming too much unhealthy food can lead to being overweight even linked to an increased risk of developing cancer.

Do you think the government is doing enough to reduce Immigration?

Yiqun Gu·
Politics & social justice
·9 November 2024
Immigration is an issue that the UK government has been dealing with for a long time, but immigration is still a high concern for British society.

How happy does living in Cardiff make you feel?

Hao Chen·
Global city
·8 November 2024
Cardiff is only number 9 on a list of happiest cities in Wales. But is this fair? As the capital, many would expect it to rank higher.

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?

Cardiff reacts: How will Trump’s victory impact things in the UK?

Anindya Hazra·
Politics & social justice
·8 November 2024
How is Trump's election going to impact the lives of the people of UK? We hit the street to get an answer for you.

As disruption continues, how reliable is public transport in the UK?

Pollyanna Rees·
Politics & social justice
·8 November 2024
With many delays and cancellations throughout the UK, we asked the people of Cardiff how reliable they think public transport is.

One in ten preschool children are affected by obesity in the UK, what should we do to tackle the problem ?

Jingyi Ji·
Sport & health
·8 November 2024
The issue of childhood obesity in the UK is very serious. And the public has their own thoughts on how to address this problem.

Social media is a blessing or a burden for our mental health?

Chenyu Zou·
Sport & health
·8 November 2024
Social media promises connection. Is it a remedy for loneliness or a silent source of stress? Is it making us happier or stealing our peace of mind?

Should Britain pay reparations for colonialism and slavery?

Prashant Jha·
Politics & social justice
·8 November 2024
The debate if UK can shell out billions of pounds to repair the damage done across the world has been polarising.

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.

Why are more Brits choosing to spending more time alone?

Joshua Mulford·
Sport & health
·8 November 2024
According to a new data more than 19 million Brits are spending the majority of their time alone on average 51+ hours a month.
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