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A huge light show will be taking over the skies of Cardiff this Easter
Cardiff
A epic light show is coming to Cardiff in spring 2024
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'I hate my baby's name so much I can't even say it'
Family & Kids
The woman explained that the name was a sentimental one for her partner
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17 places where kids can eat free during February 2024 half term
Food & Drink
Half term can prove expensive if you want to get out and about with the children but it can be made a bit easier if they can be fed for nothing
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All the free and cheap things to do in Cardiff February 2024 half term
Half term
February half term 2024 doesn't have to break the bank in Cardiff
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The best things to do in Wales during February half term 2024
Half term
There is plenty to enjoy in Wales for February half term 2024 including at the National Waterfront Museum, Folly Farm and Mumbles Pier
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Is there ever a ‘perfect’ time to have kids?
Family & Kids
The age of first-time mums is on the rise
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Premier Inn says kids can eat for £1 at its hotels during February half term
Food & Drink
You don't have to be staying at the hotels to take advantage of the deal
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Most fashionable baby names and what they mean - from Levi and Hugo to Chloe and Zara
Family & Kids
One of the most important things are parent can do is pick a name for their baby, and for those who love fashion, they may chose something luxurious
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New Zip World attraction to open at former Adventure Parc Snowdonia
Family & Kids
It will be open in time for Easter with camping pods and an assault course in stunning Eryri
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Romantic getaway pods across the UK for Valentine's Day 2024 with prices from £100
Valentine's Day
There are award-winning romantic getaway pods for couples less than an hour's drive from two of the UK's capitals
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Facebook and Instagram praised for major change to "keep teens safe" - but users wonder why it took 'so long'
Facebook
Facebook and Instagram users will see a major change to the platform after parent company Meta brought in new safeguarding measures
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Nearly all grandparents would say they have a 'special bond' with their grandchildren
UK News
And some of the top things they learn from their children's offspring include how to use modern technology, how to build LEGO sets - and how to have fun, the research found
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Mum warns 'stop kissing babies and toddlers' due to risk of 'scary' viral infection
Health
RSV, which is in the same family as the human parainfluenza viruses and mumps and measles viruses, is one of the common infections that causes coughs and colds in winter
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Get a free National Trust pass worth up to £50 for your family day out this winter
Partner Stories
Take a stroll in winter wonderland, spot wildlife and connect with nature when you escape into winter with your free National Trust family day pass
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Ten common early signs of new JN.1 Covid variant in children and order they may appear
Health
As children return to school for the new term, parents are being urged to look out for symptoms of Omicron JN.1
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'Delicate' baby name set to be most popular in 2024
Family & Kids
One expert said she expected parents to move towards 'rarer choices' this year
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'People scoff at my daughter's name and say it's embarrassing'
Family & Kids
She said her 'entire family has made fun of it so often'
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The cosy café with amazing views of a beautiful bay you can only reach on foot
Places
'It's a proper little community. We have some people come in every day. Some of them sit together and they do the crossword as the tides goes in'
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All the major events happening in Wales in 2024
Essential Wales
There are plenty of great events to look forward to in Wales in 2024 including Green Man Festival, Ironman Wales, and Wales Airshow
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Former parenting advice YouTube star Ruby Franke pleads guilty to child abuse
UK News
Former parenting YouTube star Ruby Franke has plead guilty to four counts of aggravated child abuse
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Pets At Home warn of 15 Christmas items that could kill your cats and dogs
UK News
Several types of food, decorations and other festive items can be poisonous, cause choking and stomach upset
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Parents warned of nine apps 'spying' on kids - including tracking eye movements and location
UK News
Parents have been warned by security experts of the apps that are 'spying' on their children, including their photos, eye movements and location
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We went to see the big Welsh pantos and Christmas shows to see how good they really are
Entertainment
Our reviews include Disney's Aladdin at the Wales Millennium Centre, Swansea Grand Theatre's Cinderella and Jac and the Beanstalk at the New Theatre in Cardiff
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Most popular baby names of 2023 as one regains top spot - full lists for boys and girls
Family & Kids
Picking a name can be tough, but the top 100 lists for boys and girls should provide some help
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Marks and Spencer dress has shoppers rushing to buy as it's 'very flattering' and half price
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The £60 dress is now just £30 and still available in some sizes
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Food & Drink
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The Welsh curry houses and takeaway just named among the best in the UK
Restaurants
In its second year, the Nation's Curry Awards have recognised three restaurants in Wales
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Cardiff
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First look inside Michelin-loved restaurant that moved to manor house
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Tonight's rugby news as star quits Six Nations in shock announcement and Wales winger back after a year
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Son of rugby legend eligible for England and Australia called up to face Wales in Six Nations
Italy Rugby
The shock call-up comes just days after he quit English rugby
Drivers stuck for hours as city centre multi-storey gridlocked
Cardiff
This is not the first the first time that the multi-storey car park in St David's shopping centre has been gridlocked
Mum-of-four who was incredible carer for young people died suddenly at home in tragic circumstances
Courts
Gemma Rees was described as a fantastic person who was 'one in a zillion'
Police issue statement about death of DJ Steve Wright
UK News
Police and paramedics were sent to an address on Monday
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Emergency services are at the scene in Llantwit Major
Co-op selling freezer deal to feed whole family for £1.50 a head
Shopping
The offer means you are getting the food for half price
Rick Stein career update after saying he 'won't last much longer'
Showbiz
The TV chef and restaurateur has spoken about what he will be doing next
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Lidl rolling out high-tech change to every branch in the country
Shopping
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