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English Red Wines Gain Popularity with Light, Fruity Styles and Rising Quality

English red wines, once seen as pricey novelties, are gaining popularity with light, fruity styles and rising quality, driven by climate change and evolving tastes.

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Reds account for les than 5% of English wines, but Chapel Down Winery in Kent makes it. English red wine vineyard Kent – grapes growing on the vine.

Reading Brings Happiness and Success, Says Irish Children's Laureate

Irish Children's Laureate Patricia Forde highlights that children who enjoy reading tend to be happier and perform better academically. Fighting Words NI supports creative writing in high-need schools, aiming to make reading and writing enjoyable amid technological distractions.

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BBC A young girl with light brown hair tied back from her face is smiling at the camera. She is wearing a blue sweatshirt with a red t-shirt underneath.

Debut Novelist Claire Lynch Wins Nero Book Awards Gold Prize for 'A Family Matter'

Claire Lynch's debut novel 'A Family Matter,' inspired by 1980s custody battles faced by lesbian women, wins the Nero Book Awards gold prize, praised for its storytelling and intelligence.

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EPA Claire Lynch smiling, wearing glasses and a black-and-white patterned shirt

Torchwood’s Ianto Shrine in Cardiff to Be Removed After 17 Years

The Ianto Jones shrine in Cardiff, dedicated to the Torchwood character, will be removed after 17 years for maintenance. Fans and actor Gareth David Lloyd reflect on its cultural impact and plans for a new plaque are underway.

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BBC A wall covered in pictures and a string of Welsh flags. At the top a board reads Ianto's Shrine in white writing. The pictures are attached to a rusty metal grid.

The Untold History of Welsh Reggae Sound Systems and Their Cultural Impact

In the 1970s, Welsh reggae sound systems emerged amid racial challenges, creating a vibrant, yet underrecognized, African-Caribbean culture in Cardiff. Key figures recall the scene's rise, rivalries, and ongoing efforts to preserve this vital cultural heritage.

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A group of people sitting around a large sound system

Nia Huws Aims for Red Setter Title at Crufts 2025 in Birmingham

Nia Huws from Tregarth aims to win the best Red Setter title at Crufts 2025 in Birmingham with her dogs Haf and Razz, competing among over 20,000 dogs at the world's largest dog show.

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Stormont Irish Language Commissioner Warns Hostility Harms Unionism

Stormont's Irish language commissioner warns that hostility towards the Irish language harms unionism amid constitutional changes by Conradh na Gaeilge and ongoing political disputes.

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BBC Pól Deeds has short grey hair swept back from his forehead and is wearing a dark coat, with a white shirt and red tie

Accent Stereotypes Challenge Welsh Identity for North Wales Residents

Sarah Luke from Flintshire faces challenges to her Welsh identity due to her accent, reflecting broader misconceptions about Welsh accents shaped by media stereotypes. Experts and personalities highlight the diversity of Welsh accents and the impact of underrepresentation.

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Sarah Luke A brunette woman in a black and white dress stood in front of a scenic viewpoint. In the background, we can see a white lighthouse on an island encompassed by the sea.

TRNSMT Adjusts Headliner Time for Scotland World Cup Match Viewing

TRNSMT festival will advance Richard Ashcroft's set time on 19 June to allow fans to watch Scotland's World Cup match against Morocco at 23:00, with large screens at Glasgow Green and extended citywide venue licenses.

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Getty Images A group of young girls in festival wear standing at the barrier holding a saltire flag with Scotland emblem on it.

How 11-Year-Old Gary Barlow Surprised Clubgoers at a North Wales Venue

At 11, Gary Barlow began performing at Connah's Quay Labour Club, surprising locals and forming lasting bonds, including with Alan Davies' father Trevor, who influenced his early singing. His family's pigeon racing ties linked him to the area, where he left a memorable impression.

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Alan Davies Barlow and Trevor Davies in fancy dress on stage. Barlow wears a long red wig and black woman's top, while Davies wears red tartan kilt, white shirt with a black sash, and a grey wig. Davies holds a microphone, with a stage curtain behind them both.

Spice Girls Honoured with Royal Mint Coin for 30 Years of Girl Power

The Royal Mint honours the Spice Girls with a special coin celebrating 30 years of their iconic debut, marking a significant moment for girl power and 90s pop culture.

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PA Media The coin features all five members: Victoria Beckham, Melanie Chisholm, Emma Bunton, Geri Halliwell-Horner and Melanie Brown - captured in a silhouette alongside their autographs.

Pokopia Spin-Off Game Featuring Ditto Receives High Praise from Reviewers

Pokopia, a Pokémon spin-off featuring Ditto, offers a fresh life simulation experience and has earned high praise from critics, marking a shift in the franchise's gaming approach during its 30th anniversary.

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Pokémon A screenshot from Pokopia shows Ditto - a shape-shifting Pokémon - in the form of a human child with overly long arms and oversized head, leaping for joy as purple sparks flash around them. They appear to be inside a cavern of some sort.