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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

  • Politics & social justice
    Politics & social justice

    The Debrief Podcast

    The Road Not Taken Podcast

    Welsh filmmaker retells miners’ strike story through a new perspective

  • Business & Culture
    Business & Culture

    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
    Sport & health

    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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Sign language week: benefits to learning non-verbal communication

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Global city
·16 March 2023
British Sign is an official language used in the UK. It is used by people with hearing or speech difficulty, but can be learned by anyone.

“Our sport is at the heart of the community”- Gaelic Football in Cardiff.

Éanna Macaoidh·
Sport & health
·16 March 2023
There is far more to Irish culture than drinking on St. Patricks day. Why not sample the nation's favourite sport instead?

“It gives us a voice,” says an artist based in Wales

Xinwei Li·
Business & Culture
·16 March 2023
An artist with autism has found his way communicating with others in art. Now, he is collecting artworks from artists with learning disabilities in Wales.

Cardiff fitness trainers to help tackle domestic violence 

Shaurya·
Politics & social justice
·16 March 2023
Cardiff is set to enlist the help of its gym and fitness trainers in a city-wide campaign to fight against domestic abuse in the region.

Wales unions have launched the Year of the Black Worker 2023 campaign

Yunrun Ma·
Politics & social justice
·16 March 2023
Systemic racism means that black workers are not having opportunities to move up pay scales, get promoted or work in sectors with high pay rates.

No more coal: Activists ask Welsh Government to stop mine expansion

Yuxin Zu·
Politics & social justice
·16 March 2023
In order to meet its environmental aspirations, campaigners want to see the end of plans to expand the Aberpergwm mine in South Wales

“I want to encourage more girls” Wales’s first hijab-wearing powerlifter

Lingbing Li·
Sport & health
·16 March 2023
Tahirah Ali is becoming a sports role model among Muslim women. What barriers did she encounter on her powerlifting journey?

Wildlife on your doorstep: the fastest animal in the world just lives in Cardiff centre 

Lingbing Li·
Science & environment
·12 March 2023
As the BBC launches its latest nature series Wild Isles to celebrate the wildlife of the British and Ireland, how much nature can we find in Cardiff?

A Michelin listed chef in Cardiff gives tips for successful business

Renu Thapa·
Global city
·11 March 2023
An award-winning chef believes restaurants can still make delicious food without worrying about energy prices. But, how exactly does he do it?

Ready, Set, Go! How to get started with Park run

Sagar·
Sport & health
·9 March 2023
Long runs can be a little challenging, here are some tips for you to get started wit your first long run

Welsh gender pay gap: “Achieving goals is the responsibility of most”

Yunrun Ma·
Business & Culture
·9 March 2023
The theme for International Women's Day 2023 is to 'Embrace Equality'. How far is Wales from gender equality?

Welsh fire risk: Why don’t we have the same protection as England?

Yuxin Zu·
Politics & social justice
·9 March 2023
The Grenfell disaster led to changes in English law, now Welsh campaigners want to provide the same protections for people living in high-rise buildings.

“You’ll miss your local boozer once it’s gone!” – says Cardiff campaigner.

Éanna Macaoidh·
Business & Culture
·9 March 2023
Campaigners launched last Monday a new initiative to protect Cardiff’s traditional pubs from the influx of corporate soulless chains.

A creative oasis for neurodivergent people still fighting for rent justice

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Politics & social justice
·9 March 2023
The support the cafe has received has bought it time for negotiation. This year, they were joined by Acorn group, a union fighting rent injustice around the UK.

Seven excellent Welsh women contribute to peace and globalization

Lingbing Li·
Global city
·7 March 2023
The aim of the IWD 2023 EmbraceEquity campaign theme, we spotlight influential women in Wales who are supporting equality and connecting the world.

Ecosystem engineers–beavers are the key to stop flooding in Wales

Yunrun Ma·
Science & environment
·2 March 2023
Missing from UK for 500 years, now campaigners want to bring beavers back as they can not only stop flooding but also boost wildlife.

“This could be a major boost for the Cardiff economy”: says councillor

Sagar·
Politics & social justice
·2 March 2023
Councillor Chris Weaver believes redevelopment of the Motorpoint arena is a vital task to boost the Cardiff economy.

River Taff: Campaigners struggle to rid its banks of sewage pollution

Shaurya·
Science & environment
·2 March 2023
Recent figures reveal River Taff is among the top 20 UK rivers affected by sewage pollution. How are activists and locals handling it?

Shattering stereotypes: female rugby champion empowers the next generation.

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Sport & health
·2 March 2023
Women's rugby teams in Wales are making waves this season. Retired superstar says its thanks to new facilities for girls to get into the sport, but much more could be done.

Cardiff crime scene: what makes the city inspiration for writers?

Yuxin Zu·
Business & Culture
·2 March 2023
The Welsh writer John Lincoln Williams talks about his new book, the inspiration he gets from living in Cardiff and his approach to writing fiction.

“Brexit broke the British Food system” says leading Food campaigner

Renu Thapa·
Politics & social justice
·2 March 2023
The British government has blamed European and African weather for vegetable shortages across the country but is that really the case?

World Book Day: Celebrate in the Welsh capital of literature.

Éanna Macaoidh·
Business & Culture
·2 March 2023
Hay is home to over 30 bookshops, a renowned literary festival and Mary Fellowes, someone passionate about getting people into reading.

Best monuments celebrating diversity in Cardiff

Shaurya·
Business & Culture
·23 February 2023
These are some of Cardiff's greatest pieces of art that celebrate diversity, as a school in Cardiff gets a mural honouring Wales' first black head teacher.

“Cardiff isn’t built for cars” campaigners look to beat congestion.

Sagar·
Science & environment
·23 February 2023
As the city struggles with congestion and traffic, local campaigners demand better infrastructure for active travel

“Welsh seabirds at risk” says a leading conservationist

Xinwei Li·
Science & environment
·23 February 2023
Wales’s only colony of northern gannets are at risk due to bird flu, climate change and plastic pollution. We speak to a scientist to find out the solutions. 

Blood glorious blood: how scientists are making research fascinating

Yuxin Zu·
Science & environment
·23 February 2023
More young people in Wales are planning to study science and part of the reason is events like Cardiff's Science Festival. We went along to find out about it.

The Baked Beans Museum of Excellence – Wales’ best kept secret.

Éanna Macaoidh·
Business & Culture
·23 February 2023
Port Talbot boasts Wales' most unique tourist attraction, the Baked Beans Museum of Excellence, which is set to close its doors later this year.

Roald Dahl: Should his works be revisited?

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Business & Culture
·23 February 2023
Taking offensive words out of a late Cardiff-born writer's work has sparked public debate, some say it's censorship

People protest against Cardiff Council’s cuts to cultural funding

Yunrun Ma·
Politics & social justice
·23 February 2023
Cardiff Council claim they may close Museum of Cardiff due to lack of funds and protesters oppose plan to cut budget for culture.

“We are being disrespected” new nurses say it’s time to leave

Lingbing Li·
Politics & social justice
·23 February 2023
Nurses are turning away from the NHS not only for low pay, but a feeling that they aren’t getting the respect, especially from the Welsh Government.
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Wales scraps major road projects due to climate concerns

Renu Thapa·
Science & environment
·23 February 2023
Road projects in Wales have been discarded as it harms the environment, is Wales a step closer to tackle climate crisis?

Coming together in crisis: Cardiff’s response to the Ukrainian crisis

Sagar·
Global city
·16 February 2023
People of Cardiff and support groups helping Ukraine and Ukrainian refugees settle...

Period Poverty: Socks and toilet paper become alternatives as cost of living rises

Shaurya·
Politics & social justice
·16 February 2023
As the Welsh government announced 'Period Proud Wales' action plan, campaigners say the situation has turned worse.

Turkey-Syria earthquake: Cardiff campaigners stand up to make a difference

Lingbing Li·
Global city
·16 February 2023
International students and charities in the city are working together to help those affected by the earthquake that has killed over 40,000 people.

Merthyr Town FC: The club that puts the community back on the terraces

Éanna Macaoidh·
Sport & health
·16 February 2023
Despite their 1-0 loss to Chesham this weekend, can Merthyr's model of fan ownership provide a valuable alternative to modern football?

To rebel against fast fashion, buy less of it: Cardiff charity shop owner

Renu Thapa·
Global city
·16 February 2023
As secondhand shopping is increasing rapidly amongst people, how accessible thrifting really is in Cardiff?

Five places to see beautiful bluebells can be added to your day trip options

Yuxin Zu·
Science & environment
·16 February 2023
Take a day trip on a spring day, and walk along the sea of ​​bluebells, smelling the fragrance of hyacinth flowers at the tip of your nose, It's really exciting!

Get your caffeine fix: The cafe tackling unemployment in Cardiff

Sagar·
Politics & social justice
·9 February 2023
Boss and Brew academy in Cardiff is tackling unemployment through their free barista course and helps teens learn life skills.

Andrew Tate and toxic masculinity: What needs to be done?

Shaurya·
Politics & social justice
·9 February 2023
As Welsh MP was bombarded with death threats after criticising Andrew Tate, an expert explains how to tackle toxic masculinity.

Cardiff remains plagued by flytipping despite the council’s efforts

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Politics & social justice
·9 February 2023
Twitter outrage happens after the council clears up a huge flytipping site as more streets need attention

Mass read-in protest against Council’s decision to library cuts

Renu Thapa·
Politics & social justice
·9 February 2023
At times when cost of living is sky rocketing, the council has proposed to slash library opening times which is affecting people.

The intersection of LGBTQ+ with other protected identities needs attention

Lingbing Li·
Politics & social justice
·9 February 2023
Intersecting identities were highlighted in Wales during LGBTQ+ history month. Why is the next frontier for promoting equality?

Bye, bye, bye Delilah: Can you ban a song that fans love to sing?

Yuxin Zu·
Business & Culture
·9 February 2023
The Tom Jones classic wasn't sung by the choir at Principality Stadium ahead of Six Nations rugby match, but what do fans in Cardiff think?

Angry Beyoncé fans: struggle to get tickets for her Renaissance Tour

Yunrun Ma·
Business & Culture
·9 February 2023
Pop diva Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour is coming to Cardiff and her fans who didn't get tickets took to social media platforms to express disappointment.

Local campaigners aim to save iconic Welsh river threatened by pollution

Éanna Macaoidh·
Science & environment
·9 February 2023
The River Wye is dying as a result of industrial poultry farming, what can be done to save one of Britain’s most iconic rivers?

Protecting the Welsh language: the use is more important than ability

Yunrun Ma·
Business & Culture
·17 December 2022
In response to the worrying decline in Welsh language usage, experts from Cardiff University have given some advice.

Write for Rights: a campaign to support political prisoner

Sagar·
Politics & social justice
·16 December 2022
Amnesty International returns with Write for Rights; the worlds biggest human rights event

“Peat Free” is not just about “saying no to peat compost”

Lingbing Li·
Science & environment
·16 December 2022
Although the Welsh government has stopped selling peat compost to gardeners, more needs to be done to protect habitats, say campaigners.

What can Wales learn from Finland in preventing homelessness?

Sagar, Yuxin Zu and Renu Thapa·
Politics & social justice
·16 December 2022
Finland has seen significant progress in putting an end to homelessness, what can Wales learn from it?

Air pollution is still a concern for Cardiff

Éanna Macaoidh, Lingbing Li and Xinwei Li·
Science & environment
·16 December 2022
Even though air quality in the UK is much improved compared to 1950s, it is still a problem for British residents’ health.

People to cancel plans this winter due to train strikes and frozen tracks

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Global city
·16 December 2022
What do the train strikes and weather-related delays mean for the people in Cardiff?

Cardiff family reunited with their cat after 3 months

Shaurya·
Global city
·16 December 2022
A Cardiff family was reunited with their seven month old pet kitten thanks to a Facebook post after she was lost for three months.
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Welsh women exposed to cancer as HPV vaccination rates fall

Nuriya Aliyaskarova, Shaurya and Yunrun Ma·
Sport & health
·16 December 2022
A drop in immunisation in the past four years has left Welsh women at a greater risk of developing cervical cancer.

Geraint Thomas comes in support of Save Maindy Velodrome campaign

Sagar·
Sport & health
·9 December 2022
Olympic gold medalist Geraint Thomas has joined hands with locals to save Maindy Velodrome from demolition.

Are foodbanks accessible?

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Politics & social justice
·9 December 2022
Getting access to services that are meant there to help in Wales is multiple-step procedure. Effectivity of the foodbank referral system.

A new cycling cafe in Cardiff which provides safe bike spaces

Renu Thapa·
Business & Culture
·9 December 2022
The Bike Lock in Cardiff is a cafe which provides a safe space for its customers to lock their bikes, shower and have a cup of coffee.

Cold weather protest: campaigners want more help with winter heating

Yuxin Zu·
Politics & social justice
·9 December 2022
With winter on its way and rising fuel bills protesters in Wales want to see more help for the most vulnerable in our society.

An exhibition helps Welsh disabled artists reignite their careers

Lingbing Li·
Business & Culture
·9 December 2022
The exhibition tries to find various ways to support artists with disabilities, especially those emerging artists.

Strep A: the increase in infection may be related to Covid

Yunrun Ma·
Science & environment
·9 December 2022
Experts at Cardiff University believe that the increased in Strep A infection is likely to be linked to reduced immunity in the population caused by Covid.

Cardiff needs better infrastructure for active travel, say campaigners

Shaurya·
Sport & health
·9 December 2022
Campaigners say, Cardiff needs better and more inclusive infrastructure to replicate a primary school where 75% of students commute by foot or bicycle.

“One tree is a big deal,” says local activist.

Éanna Macaoidh·
Science & environment
·9 December 2022
Railway Community Gardens, a volunteer project in Cardiff, is giving away free trees to households to help fight climate change.

Rainbow hats are welcome: to an inclusive World Cup

Sagar·
Sport & health
·25 November 2022
Chapter welcomes everyone to participate in the Gwyl Cymru festival to celebrate Welsh culture, language and sporting success

Black Friday: Cash-strapped buyers lead to less footfall

Shaurya·
Business & Culture
·25 November 2022
People in Cardiff are choosing not to do their shopping on this Black Friday due to the rising cost of living.

‘An antidote to Black Friday’ – Ethical Festive Market

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Business & Culture
·25 November 2022
Local Cardiff initiative offers education and sustainable shopping platform amid the annual retail epidemic of Black Friday.

Swimmers in Cardiff are signing a petition to save pools from high energy bills

Xinwei Li·
Sport & health
·25 November 2022
It is important to swim for your safety and health. Yet, many swimming pools cannot serve the public as before, due to high energy bills.

“Welsh pupils know more about Nazi Germany than they do Wales”

Éanna Macaoidh·
Politics & social justice
·25 November 2022
Cardiff University historian, Dr Marion Löeffler believes new curriculum will be a step towards a more inclusive Wales.

Cardiff could lose some of its most prestigious cultural events  

Yunrun Ma·
Business & Culture
·25 November 2022
Campaigners have started a petition to raise awareness about the risk of privatising St David’s Hall – one of the most prestigious venues in the UK.

Protesters said sewage station could damage the environment

Yuxin Zu·
Science & environment
·25 November 2022
Flooding and pollution could be a serious problem in Cardiff's Hailey Park if plans for a new sewage works go ahead, say campaigners.

Cost of Living: How are Cardiff shopkeepers dealing with it?

Renu Thapa·
Business & Culture
·25 November 2022
The inflation rate in UK has jumped to 11.1% the highest since decades and shopkeepers are finding it hard to keep up.
simple zerba crossing

New zebra crossings promise to make walking safer in Cardiff

Lingbing Li·
Politics & social justice
·25 November 2022
The simplified zebra crossings have been set at three side roads across Llandaff North and Whitchurch, helping drivers and pedestrian travel safely.

Cardiff Uni strikes to begin next week, staff says no choice

Shaurya·
Politics & social justice
·18 November 2022
The staff at Cardiff University will be walking out of their workspaces next week as the result of a union ballot.
In a time of rising food and energy pressures, how are the vendors at the Cardiff Christmas Market coping with this expensive but long-lost Christmas?

An expensive Christmas: What do Caridiff Christmas stall holders do?

Lingbing Li·
Business & Culture
·18 November 2022
With the cost of food and energy rising, how are the Cardiff Christmas Market vendors coping with the soaring stalls fees,transportation,and raw materials?

Cop27: a climate protest in Cardiff call for “Climate Justice”

Yunrun Ma·
Business & Culture
·18 November 2022
In response to Cop27's Global Day of Action, environmental groups from across Cardiff have taken to the streets in protest.
Higher rental prices in Cardiff

Cardiff rent hike: How can you save yourself?

Renu Thapa·
Politics & social justice
·18 November 2022
As rents soar in Cardiff, people are looking for ways to deal with the situation.

Qatar World Cup: Wales’ fan zones really needed

Yuxin Zu·
Sport & health
·18 November 2022
The petition organiser Mark Jones think Cardiff still have time to set up a fan area to let the fans watch the World Cup together.

Helping to build a community, self-confidence and craft skills

Éanna Macaoidh·
Politics & social justice
·18 November 2022
Tremorfa’s volunteer run community Pantry is holding a series of craft workshops to help locals in the run up to Christmas.
Photo by Viktor Keri on Unsplash

Should we be doing more to promote cycling in Cardiff?

Sagar·
Sport & health
·11 November 2022
We talked to the public about their opinion on a new bridge for cyclists and pedestrians

Does the UK regret Brexit?

Shaurya·
Politics & social justice
·11 November 2022
Here's what the people think of Brexit almost two years later.

Is Britain headed for another winter of discontent?

Renu Thapa·
Politics & social justice
·11 November 2022
The winter of discontent in the 70s seems to make a comeback in Britain this year with most of the sectors going on strikes.

Do you plan to spend less in this Christmas?

Xinwei Li·
Uncategorised
·11 November 2022
According to House of Commons Library, more people cannot afford their Christmas celebrations this year as inflation has reached 11.1% in October 2022.

While New 20mph speed limit plans in Wales work, do you support this plan?

Yuxin Zu·
Uncategorised
·11 November 2022
The speed limit on urban roads in Wales will drop from 30mph to 20mph from September 2023. Here's what the pubic views about the new plan.

Are you excited about the upcoming World Cup in Qatar ?

Yunrun Ma·
Sport & health
·11 November 2022
The 2022 World Cup finals will begin in Qatar and Wales all play against the United States.

Are you still actively protecting yourself against COVID-19?

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Sport & health
·11 November 2022
People are neglecting Coronavirus precautions putting each other at risk. We talked to them about it in light of the approaching winter.

What have you been doing to save money this winter? 

Éanna Macaoidh·
Politics & social justice
·11 November 2022
What have the Welsh public been doing to save this winter during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Are you supportig nurses'strike?

Are you supporting nurses’ strike?

Lingbing Li·
Sport & health
·11 November 2022
When hospitals' waiting lists become longer, Britain's nurses are feeling burned out. But the biggest issue is that they are now struggling to make ends meet.

Troutmark Books: a bookstore through the ages

Sagar·
Business & Culture
·1 November 2022
Troutmark books is a go-to destination for riders and collectors in Cardiff.

Fattoush: A dash of flavour from home

Shaurya·
Business & Culture
·31 October 2022
This small takeaway restaurant provides a trip back home for those miss distinct flavours of their native land.

Ganesha: A shop that offers you a glimpse of the Himalayas

Renu Thapa·
Business & Culture
·30 October 2022
Ganesha delivers a different shopping experience for customers. You can be in Britain but still shop in The Himalayas at Ganesha.

A Sip of Real Cardiff Life

Xinwei Li·
Uncategorised
·29 October 2022
Have you ever heard about the Farmers Market by Riverside? Do you...

Salty Air and Sweet Treats at Penarth Pier

Éanna Macaoidh·
Business & Culture
·28 October 2022
Take a trip down memory lane at the Olde Sweet Shoppe, on Penarth's Victorian era pier

Cardiff National Museum: a place full of nature and art

Yuxin Zu·
Business & Culture
·28 October 2022
The Cardiff National Museum is not only a place to learn and appreciate art, it is also a great place for children or families to play.
An amazing musical shop supporting Cardiff for over 45 years.

An amazing musical shop supporting Cardiff for over 45 years.

Lingbing Li·
Business & Culture
·28 October 2022
If you’ve ever wanted to explore your musical side in Cardiff, then a historic music shop,GM Music could be the place to start.

Sobeys: Shopping and Talking

Yunrun Ma·
Business & Culture
·28 October 2022
If you are interested in vintage clothes and want to get some...

Pedal Power – bikes for all

Nuriya Aliyaskarova·
Sport & health
·28 October 2022
Situated in the rich greenery of Bute Park, just beside the urban stretch of Pontacanna, hides the inclusive cycling centre Pedal Power - a bike rental and a cafe unlike any other

The Cardiff Crypt Podcast

Elinor Griffiths, Roohi Mariam Peter and Elliot Topham·
Global city
·28 April 2022
Welcome to the Cardiff Crypt Podcast, where we will uncover Cardiff’s sinful and horrifying past, delving deep into the archive of the city’s history.

What Makes a Man

LUYAO SHAO, Neeraja Hariharasubramanian, Emily Janes, ROHINI SINGH and Xize Wang·
Business & Culture
·28 April 2022
The podcast where women from all over the world talk about what they truly think of the men in their lives.

The Beyond Borders Podcast

Tirth Trivedi, Jingyuan Chen, Chaoyan Zhang and YIQING LIU·
Politics & social justice
·28 April 2022
Beyond Borders is a podcast series where we talk to people from...

Strings Across the Seas podcast

Adwitiya Pal, Atreya Mukerjee, Ka Long Tung, Oojal Kour and Yuhan Zhang·
Business & Culture
·25 April 2022
From one corner of the world to another, we discover stories of musicians and their journey with unique musical instruments, far away from home.

Cardiff running races that you can join this year

Ka Long Tung·
Sport & health
·3 April 2022
Having missed Cardiff Half Marathon, you can still take part in other running races in Cardiff to raise your endorphins.
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