Research led by Bangor University challenges assumptions about how snake venoms evolve. For many people, the fear of venomous snakes is linked to one thing: pain. Yet new research led by scientists at Bangor University suggests that, for Europe’s vipers […]
All 66 apartments at an independent living scheme for people aged 60 and over in Welshpool are now occupied, a year after it opened. Neuadd Maldwyn, owned and managed by ClwydAlyn, is home to 72 residents, with Abacare delivering direct […]
New records were set for entries and attendance as the action-packed 2026 Llanfyllin Show was blessed with glorious sunshine on Saturday. The “Friendly Show” lived up to its reputation, attracting more than 1,300 horticulture, cookery, crafts and floral art entries, […]
New Government committed to eradicating bovine TB Pembrokeshire and North Wales projects extended following successes Strong collaboration between farmers, vets, academia and government key to combatting bovine TB Two pilot projects helping farmers and vets to tackle bovine tuberculosis are being extended, following success in Pembrokeshire and North Wales. Today’s announcement (11 August) comes as the Cabinet […]
Reveal the hidden wildlife in your garden. A new collaboration between the National Garden Scheme and the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) aims to celebrate the role gardens play in providing space and resources for wildlife. Survey ends […]
The North Wales Rivers Trust has officially updated the new wildlife hide at Llyn Maelog in Rhosneigr, creating an exciting new space for visitors to experience the lake’s rich wildlife and learn about local conservation efforts. To celebrate the opening, […]
With much of Wales having been experiencing drought conditions, the importance of protecting and restoring our rivers has never been clearer. Healthy catchments are better able to retain water, support wildlife and build resilience to the increasing pressures of climate […]
Scientists from Aberystwyth University are helping to safeguard some of the country’s rarest orchard wildlife as part of a major conservation initiative. The three-year project will focus on four threatened species – the noble chafer beetle, red-horned cardinal click beetle, orchard toothcrust fungus and mistletoe marble moth. […]
Culture and Climate Cymru: A New National Network for Climate Action in Wales’s Culture and Heritage Sector Today (6 August) the National Library of Wales will launch Culture and Climate Cymru a brand new website and networking platform to help Wales’s culture […]
Tom Hicks collects award a decade after taking the leap back into higher education A former Cardiff University student who is now creating learning opportunities for others has been named Community Archaeologist of the Year. Tom Hicks (BA 2018, MA […]
A pioneering study led by Aberystwyth University is set to investigate how everyday interactions between people and dogs in rural Wales could be helping a harmful tapeworm spread between species. Despite decades of public health campaigns, the parasite responsible for […]
To celebrate the Shropshire Union Canal Society’s 60th anniversary, a raffle was organised for the many hundreds of society members, and the winners were treated to a cruise from Ellesmere through the restored section of the Montgomery canal to Crickheath […]
