Young Performers Wanted for Eisteddfod y Felinheli 2026
Young performers across Wales are invited to compete at Eisteddfod y Felinheli 2026 on February 7. A perfect warm-up for the Urdd National Eisteddfod on Anglesey. Apply now!
Young performers across Wales are invited to compete at Eisteddfod y Felinheli 2026 on February 7. A perfect warm-up for the Urdd National Eisteddfod on Anglesey. Apply now!
The Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod has opened applications for its prestigious Pendine International Voice of the Future competition. The winner receives £3,000 and the Pendine Trophy. Apply by March 12.
Queenscourt Hospice celebrates International Women's Day 2026 at The Grand, Southport. Join the 'Give to Gain' themed lunch with inspiring speakers on March 6. Tickets support vital hospice care.
A powerful opera commemorating the 1934 Gresford colliery disaster, which killed 266 miners, is touring Wales. Featuring a chorus member whose father survived, it aims to ensure the tragedy is never forgotten. Book tickets now.
The narrow boat 'Pacemaker' is back on the water after a major canal breach in Whitchurch. Read about the rescue operation and the ongoing recovery efforts for two other stranded vessels.
Award-winning Brazilian violinist Nathan Amaral performs with pianist Kasparas Mikužis in Harrogate on January 18. The concert launches the 60th anniversary season of Harrogate International Festivals.
The inaugural Caledonian Sleeper service departs Birmingham International for Inverness on January 15. Travel overnight to Scotland's epic landscapes from £84. Book now for an unforgettable adventure.
Pub giant Wetherspoons is launching its first international venue at Alicante Airport in Spain next month. The move marks the start of a major overseas expansion for the UK chain.
A multi-million pound NHS scheme training international doctors in Birmingham has been shut down after a review found unfair pay and governance failures. Plus, Birmingham was the UK's top moving destination in 2025.
Discover the 10 exciting shows coming to Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre in 2026, from SIX The Musical to Mamma Mia! and a brand-new pantomime. Book your tickets now.
Birmingham Airport warns of extended wait times as key Air-Rail Link maintenance reduces service. Plan ahead and allow extra travel time until February 2026.
Birmingham Airport passengers face extended waits as air-rail link runs at 50% capacity for essential maintenance. Plan extra journey time or use walking routes.
Elderly residents at a Saltburn-by-the-Sea care home have knitted toys and blankets for monkeys at a South African sanctuary. Discover their heartwarming charitable story.
UK PM Keir Starmer reacts to the US capture of Venezuela's Maduro. Read the latest on the military action and its global implications for Taiwan and Ukraine.
Cadbury slashes Mini Egg bag weight from 80g to 74g, blaming soaring cocoa costs. Shoppers furious as price remains around £2. Full details and company statement inside.
Three narrowboats remain trapped a week after a 50m breach on the historic Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. See the latest rescue efforts and official updates.
A discontinued Cadbury Dairy Milk bar, hailed by fans as the 'best ever made', has made a surprise return to UK shops. B&M is stocking an imported Australian version, though the original remains axed.
A major incident was declared after a canal breach created a huge sinkhole, swallowing two narrowboats in Whitchurch. Onlookers described a scene reminiscent of the Titanic. Read the full story.
Sharon Osbourne joins animal welfare outcry against Morocco's reported cull of free-roaming dogs before the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Stars demand an end to the 'barbaric' slaughter.
Dramatic footage captured a narrowboat falling into a huge sinkhole on the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. A major incident was declared, with three boats lost and over 50 firefighters responding. No injuries reported.
A major incident was declared in Shropshire after a huge sinkhole breached the Llangollen Canal, swallowing three narrowboats. Emergency services evacuated residents with no casualties reported. Read the latest update.
Major disruption on Birmingham rail lines after a train struck an obstruction between New Street and International stations. Delays and alterations expected. Get the latest travel updates here.
Paddington The Musical is a record-breaking West End hit. Discover the cast, storyline, original songs by Tom Fletcher, and how to secure tickets for the Savoy Theatre run.
Three men from the West Midlands have been charged with burglary after money was stolen from a cash machine in Llangollen. They appeared at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court.
The romantic kiss between Fiyero and Elphaba has been removed from Wicked: For Good in some international territories, with further edits to Fiyero's shirtless scene. Discover the details and global reaction.
Heart Musicals is counting down the Top 100 greatest showstoppers of all time in December. Cast your vote now for your favourite songs from shows like Wicked and Les Misérables. Voting closes 14th December.
Plymouth councillors demand clarity on Babcock's claim of 7,000 new dockyard jobs, questioning the figures and future Royal Navy work. Read the full investigation.
Edge Hill University becomes one of first UK institutions to join Global Coalition of Ukrainian Studies, signing memorandum with Ukrainian officials during London ceremony.
Ariana Grande accidentally revealed the ending of Wicked: For Good in a 2024 interview. Fans only just noticed the major spoiler. Discover the details here.
Director Jon M. Chu reveals the rule-breaking 'I love you' scene he fought to keep in Wicked: For Good, a poignant moment improvised by the stars. Discover the emotional impact.