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Swansea's favourite long lost nightclubs
Swansea
Readers have been reminiscing about their favourite old nightclubs, sharing little snippets of what went on there over the years
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The hidden tunnel now abandoned that once linked two Afan Valley communities
Glyncorrwg
Here's a look inside it
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Inside the abandoned tin works and tunnel that's one of the last of its kind left
Rhondda Cynon Taf
While the works are now Grade II listed the state that they have been left in is quite dangerous
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The best-selling albums you won't believe turn 20 in 2023
Entertainment
Two decades sure does seem to have passed quickly when you're reminded of things like this
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The lost pubs of Newport and what replaced them
Newport
The city has lost some old favourites over the years - and some would argue not for the better
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What happened to our favourite Blue Peter presenters from the '80s and '90s
Entertainment
From Katy Hill and Sarah Greene to Peter Duncan and Tim Vincent, fronting the famously long-running BBC show Blue Peter has been a huge honour for a swathe of presenters
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Frozen sea, 8ft snow banks and communities coming together - Amazing pictures of Wales' big freeze 60 years on
Wales weather
The winter of 1963 is still one of the coldest on record
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Looking back 60 years to Winter 1963 – in pictures
Wales weather
These pictures of the winter of 1962/1963 show how the extreme weather brought the country to a standstill
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The lost pubs of Cardiff and what replaced them
Cardiff
Over the years some of the city's most popular drinking spots have been knocked down and replaced with flats, offices and supermarkets
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What's left of the once-essential Welsh railway with lines that lead nowhere
Milford Haven
For years, the Milford Haven railway line was a hive of activity from the docks to the station
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Dawson's Creek cast: From tragedy to high-profile break ups, what happened to the stars of '90s TV hit
Entertainment
Has it really been 24 years since the teen drama burst onto our TV screens?
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Photos show the huge differences in Cardiff in just four decades
Cardiff
A lot has changed in Cardiff over the last 40 years as these pictures prove
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The New Year that became one of the deadliest in Cardiff's history
Second World War
It was the darkest night of the Second World War for Cardiff with 165 killed, hundreds more injured, and thousands left homeless after the Luftwaffe wiped out whole streets in a revenge attack
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How Cardiff looked 50 years ago in 1973
Cardiff
A lot can change in five years let alone 50. Here we go back to 1973 and see how life was back then
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The Italian who walked to Wales to open a cafe and his great-granddaughter who is continuing her family's legacy
Swansea
It was the first of many Conti's Cafes
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Champers: The '80s Swansea pub that became the centre of the city's gay scene, then vanished amidst tears
Swansea
Owner Julie Williamson insists it was just an ordinary bar where everyone was welcome as long as they respected everyone else, but it also saw some extraordinary times and has lived long in the memory
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Inside the abandoned railway tunnels in the valleys and the stories behind them
Pontypridd
They are a forgotten piece of Welsh history
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The decaying remains of a Welsh quarry abandoned decades ago
Brecon Beacons
The limestone quarry at Penwyllt has been left in disrepair for many years
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The most explosive Christmas soap storylines from Coronation Street, EastEnders and Emmerdale
Christmas TV
From divorce to plane crashes, some of Soapland's best storylines take place over the festive season
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The frozen-in-time cruise ship docked on the Welsh coast that's not moved in decades
Welsh history
It used to be the height of silver service sophistication while it was sealed shut with dozens of arcade games aboard. But The Duke of Lancaster's future could be in trouble, its owners fear
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The fascinating changes to Newport since Google first toured the city in 2008
Newport
Newport has seen quite a few big changes since the Google car's first visit in 2008
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The adorable letters children wrote to Santa at Christmas decades ago
Nostalgia
From socks without holes to Tom Jones - wonderful messages kids sent Father Christmas have been unearthed from the archives
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Take a trip through Cadbury's Christmas past with rare unearthed photos of treats through the decades
Nostalgia
Recognise any of these old favourites?
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Is there life after Gogglebox? From politics to Celebs Go Dating, what happened to former stars of Channel 4 show
Gogglebox
With the 10th anniversary approaching, the Gogglebox cast has seen some big changes over the years
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Amazing Homes
Inside the city centre home of a Welsh music legend thousands of people walk by every day
A home full of history as well as packed with character and a few surprises too
BBC Morning Live team sends sweet message to Gethin Jones as he misses Monday show for special reason
Gethin Jones
Gethin was absent from Monday's, February 12, episode of Morning Live and the show was instead hosted by Rav Wilding and Michelle Ackerley
Escape to the Country house hunters find perfect dream home but are left upset and sad
Escape to the Country
You fall in love and then get your heart broken
Ruth Jones 'completely grateful' as she breaks silence over Gavin & Stacey return reports
Gavin & Stacey
Gavin & Stacey co-creator Ruth Jones has had her say on reports of the return of the much-loved Welsh-made sitcom
Rick Stein says 'this is where you'll find it' in stunning showcase of Wales in new BBC show
BBC
The Gower Peninsula, the River Tywi, and the rolling hills of Monmouthshire were featured in a gorgeous episode of Rick Stein's Food Stories along with the innovative food entrepreneurs making the most out of the landscapes
TV
When Torvill and Dean will quit Dancing on Ice, according to expert
The announcement of the pair's retirement could be followed by another 'resignation' within days
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
Rick Stein says 'this is where you'll find it' in stunning showcase of Wales in new BBC show
BBC
The Gower Peninsula, the River Tywi, and the rolling hills of Monmouthshire were featured in a gorgeous episode of Rick Stein's Food Stories along with the innovative food entrepreneurs making the most out of the landscapes
Joe Swash, Chris Kamara, and Angela Barnes immortalised - using scrap car parts
UK News
The three celebs feature in new portraits by mixed-media artist, David Badcock - created from over 100kg of old car parts destined for the scrap heap
Escape to the Country house hunters find perfect dream home but are left upset and sad
Escape to the Country
You fall in love and then get your heart broken
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Six Nations
Tonight's rugby news as star quits Six Nations in shock announcement and Wales winger back after a year
The latest rugby headlines from Wales and around the world
Harry and Meghan have changed their children's names
UK News
The change has been described as 'a bif g deal'
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'
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
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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Traffic and Travel
Student guide to five fantastic attractions in Wales
The experts at Amber Student Accommodation will have you navigating the city like a local in no time
Cheap trick will make your home warmer and save on heating bills
Cost Of Living
Many homes are leaking heat, but there are ways to stop it that don't mean big expenditure
Swansea City chief to leave club for role at Premier League giants Chelsea
Swansea City FC
The Swans' head of football operations joined the club from Huddersfield Town in 2022
CCTV sees train's emergency stop as dog walker breaches level crossing
UK News
Network Rail have released CCTV of the near miss
Live updates as 'serious' accident closes Vale of Glamorgan road
Traffic and Travel
Emergency services are at the scene in Llantwit Major