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espn.co.uksports12 hrs ago
Wales Midfielder Laura Hughes Leaves Melbourne City After Contract Ends
The 25-year-old departs after 69 appearances and helping secure a domestic double. She switched from Australia to Wales in 2025 and made her Wales debut in December.
freepressjournal.insports1 day ago
Football Association of Wales begins search for two youth coaches
The Football Association of Wales has started the process of replacing two coaches who have left their roles. One coach has taken a position at a Belgian club youth academy and the other has joined Oxford United.
news.sky.comsports2 days ago
Wales defender Tom Lockyer joins Melbourne Victory on free transfer
The 31-year-old centre-back signed with the Australian A-League club after leaving Bristol Rovers. Lockyer returns to play following a cardiac arrest in 2023 and a second collapse later that year.
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High Court Requires Proper Notice for Land Access but Upholds Green Gen Cymru Notices
The BBC reported that a High Court judge ruled Green Gen Cymru must provide adequate advance notice to landowners before entering their property. Groups representing more than 500 landowners challenged the company's practices during surveys for planned pylon routes. The firm must…
skysports.comsports8 days ago
Wales lose 3-0 to Denmark at U19 Championship
Wales suffered a third straight defeat in the Uefa Men's Under-19 Championship. The result ended their hopes of advancing and removed them from contention for a Fifa Under-20 World Cup play-off place.
news.sky.comsports10 days ago
Taulupe Faletau Signs One-Year Contract Extension with Cardiff Rugby
Taulupe Faletau agreed to a new one-year deal at Cardiff Rugby after his prior contract expired at the end of June 2026. The 35-year-old Wales international has made 30 appearances for the club since 2022. bbc.co.uk reported the announcement.
comicbook.comsports10 days ago
Wales defender Scarlett Hill signs first professional contract with Manchester United
The 18-year-old academy product agreed to a two-year deal with an option for a further year. Hill has earned two senior caps for Wales and played on loan at Sheffield United last season.
news.sky.comworld10 days ago
Gannett colonies at two sites recover from 2022 bird flu by 2041
A study projects that northern gannet populations at Bass Rock and Grassholm will not return to pre-outbreak levels before 2041. The 2022 H5N1 outbreak caused a fourfold rise in adult deaths and reduced colony sizes by 26% and 38%. Researchers recommend reviewing the species' con…
winnipegfreepress.comsports11 days ago
Rees-Zammit Starts on Wing for Wales Nations Championship Opener Against Fiji
Wales named Louis Rees-Zammit on the wing and made six changes for Saturday's match at Cardiff City Stadium. The BBC reported the team announcement ahead of the 14:10 BST kickoff.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports11 days ago
Mason Jones to face MarQuel Mederos at Golden 1 Center on August 22
The Welsh lightweight returns after a seven-fight win streak. The bout is set for the Golden 1 Center, with a middleweight matchup also on the card.
bbc.co.uksports15 days ago
Wales Coach Tandy to Cut Squad to 32-34 Players for Nations Championship
Head coach Steve Tandy will trim the Wales squad early next week after a 33-31 warm-up win over the Barbarians. The team faces Fiji, Argentina and South Africa in the Nations Championship starting next Saturday.
bbc.co.uksports22 days ago
Welsh athlete breaks 44-year record at British Athletics Championships
A 19-year-old runner set a new Welsh record in the 400m while winning bronze at the British Athletics Championships in Birmingham. The time of 50.58 seconds surpassed a mark that had stood since 1982.
BBC Newssports23 days ago
Mark Hughes' son Alex dies aged 38
Mark Hughes said he and his wife are heartbroken following the death of their son Alex at age 38. Alex Hughes had worked in scouting and recruitment roles at several clubs.
bbc.co.uksports24 days ago
George North to Play Final Professional Match for Barbarians Against Wales
The 34-year-old will end his career at Twickenham on 27 June after 121 caps and two British and Irish Lions tours. The fixture doubles as a warm-up for Wales' July Tests.
bbc.co.uksports24 days ago
Team Wales names 114 athletes for Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Team Wales has selected 114 athletes to compete across 10 sports at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games scheduled for 23 July to 2 August. The roster includes Olympic champions and Paralympic medalists among 66 female and 48 male competitors.
rnz.co.nzworld31 days ago
2026 King's Birthday Honours list names 84 recipients from Wales
The list recognizes individuals for work in charity, music, sports, politics and community service. Recipients include a fashion designer, a broadcaster and a former footballer.
The Bbcsports32 days ago
Wales Beats Lithuania 4-1 in World Cup of Darts Opener
Jonny Clayton and Nick Kenny defeated Darius Labanauskas and Mindaugas Barauskas at the Eissporthalle in Frankfurt. Wales must beat Thailand on Friday to advance from Group C.
usatoday.comworld34 days ago
Court of Appeal Rejects Bid to Reduce 10-Year Sentence for Paddleboard Tour Deaths
Three judges rejected Nerys Bethan Lloyd's bid to shorten her term for gross negligence manslaughter after four people died on a 2021 river tour in Wales.
bbc.co.uksports35 days ago
Wales Women Draw 1-1 in Montenegro After Plane Struck by Lightning and Travel Chaos
Wales diverted to Italy after lightning hit their charter flight, then drew 1-1 with Montenegro last Friday. They host Czech Republic on Tuesday with first place in Group B1 at stake.
espn.co.uksports42 days ago
Craig Bellamy Commits to Wales Until 2028 After Rejecting Club Approaches
Wales head coach Craig Bellamy has turned down job offers from club sides and said he intends to remain in charge through the 2028 European Championship.
feeds.arsenal.comsports43 days ago
Leeds Academy Left-Back Jayden Lienou, 18, Called Up to Wales Senior Squad
The 18-year-old Wales Under-19s international will join the senior team for friendlies against Ghana and Romania after signing a three-year deal with Leeds United in 2025.
The Bbcworld46 days ago
13-Year-Old Arrested on Suspicion of Arson and Attempted Murder After Rugby Club Fire
A 13-year-old boy was arrested after an 11-year-old suffered serious injuries in a fire at Trimsaran rugby club in Carmarthenshire. The younger boy remains in stable condition at Morriston Hospital.
The Bbcscience49 days ago
Residents of Flood-Prone Welsh Terrace Hold Farewell Gathering Before Move
Residents of Clydach Terrace gathered on Sunday to mark their departure from homes at severe flood risk. Most of the 16-house row is expected to be empty by the end of the week and later demolished.
bbc.co.ukworld52 days ago
Anglesey to Host Urdd National Eisteddfod Starting 23 May
Anglesey will host the Urdd's National Eisteddfod for the first time in more than 20 years. The event runs from 23 to 29 May at the Mona showground.
The Bbcpolitics53 days ago
First Minister Pledges to Raise Wages and Increase Welsh Contracts
Rhun ap Iorwerth told trade unions his government will work to reverse Wales' low-pay status. He spoke at the TUC Cymru congress in Llandudno on Thursday.
The Bbctechnology58 days ago
Social Media Ads and Content Shaped Voter Exposure in Welsh Election
Parties spent tens of thousands of pounds on targeted social media advertising during the recent Welsh Senedd election. Fictional voter profiles tracked different content streams on major platforms. Spending and messaging varied across parties and reached users unevenly.
Japan Timesworld69 days ago
Reform UK Expands Campaign to Scotland and Wales Amid Rising Support in England
Reform U.K. is expanding its reach into Scotland and Wales, challenging the traditional two-party system. A former Scottish fisherman cited economic concerns in shifting his support to the party. The push reflects pledges on oil, gas and fishing policies amid local frustrations.
bbc.co.ukworld79 days ago
Wales Women's Rugby Team Loses 62-24 to England in Championship Match
The Wales women's rugby team lost 62-24 to England in a championship match. Wales earned a bonus point by scoring four tries despite the defeat. England scored 10 tries in total during the game.
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Traps to Be Set for Yellow-Legged Hornets in Wales After Recent Sighting
The Welsh government has directed the National Bee Unit to install traps for yellow-legged hornets within a 5km radius of a sighting site in Caergwrle, Wales. Trapping efforts will run from mid-April to the end of June. The species poses a risk to honey bees, and the public is as…
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Three Teenagers Hospitalized After Incident in Caerphilly
Three teenagers have been hospitalized following an incident in Caerphilly, Wales. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the individuals received medical treatment. Police are investigating the circumstances of the event.
news.sky.comfinance94 days ago
Wales Rugby Centre Mason Grady Signs Multi-Season Contract with Cardiff Rugby
Mason Grady, a 24-year-old Wales international centre, has signed a multi-season contract to stay with Cardiff Rugby. The agreement follows a one-year deal signed last year and comes after Grady recovered from injuries. Grady expressed enthusiasm for his development at the club w…