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Can Oppenheimer and Barbie revive the cinema industry?

The two blockbusters are proving to be the shot in the arm the ailing sector needs...

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Ukraine war is first to be seen through social media lens

Invasion of Ukraine

Media expert John Jewell assesses how the war in Ukraine has been reported on in a TikTok age...

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The UK Government must give funding to keep steelmaking in Port Talbot

Now that Downing Street has confirmed huge support for Tata-owned Jaguar Land Rover to build a gigafactory in Somerset, they must afford the same generosity to Port Talbot steelworks

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Why referees are fundamental to the future of the sports we love

Football Association of Wales

Sport as a showcase for exemplary behaviours and sound ethics could improve and benefit not just sport, but society more generally. And we should start with match officials...

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Welsh Government has lost the plot on supporting the private sector

Welsh Government

It cannot just point the figure at the UK Government for the performance of the Welsh economy

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'The Welsh Government has a duty not to shy away from scrutiny' | Rhun ap Iorwerth

The leader of Plaid Cymru writes for WalesOnline to argue that the evidence of Vaughan Gething and Mark Drakeford at the UK Covid Inquiry shows clearly why Wales needs its own Covid inquiry

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'Why the Welsh Government is bang on to impose their restrictions on meal deals'

People have got very angry about it but it is a sensible policy to combat a real crisis

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Coverage of tragic circumstances shows ‘we care about those with whom we identify’

Cardiff University

When a boat packed with hundreds of migrants sinks in the Mediterranean and a submersible implodes with five men on board – should comparisons be drawn from the media coverage of these two tragedies?

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How the 24/7 information age has changed our news consumption

From TV to tablet and phone, Media expert John Jewell assesses the impact 24/7 access to information across all our screens is having on news consumption

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How to get through Father's Day when you're a single mum

Blogger Emily Dowan is a single mum of four living in Wales. She set up the blog Thriving Single Mums Club to help support others in the same position

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Influencers and the changing face of advertising in today's digital world

Cardiff University

Media expert John Jewell examines the power of advertising in a digital age

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Media giants eye football's billions but what does this mean for the armchair viewer?

UEFA Champions League

Media expert John Jewell explores the astonishing amounts of money to be made from football's global audiences

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The power of Facebook – can it really be on the wane, asks media expert John Jewell

Remaining relevant will be key as other platforms such as TikTok surge in popularity...

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Police and crime commissioners are supposed to be the voice of the public, not hide from scrutiny

South Wales Police

'It is hard to escape the idea that it is a cushy gig for politicians on tail end of their career'

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If Labour win they won't deliver more powers for Wales | Liz Saville-Roberts

'Many Labour supporters desire independence. But as we face a General Election, it will become increasingly clear that the Labour Party will never be a vehicle for greater self-government'

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The rise and rise of gambling should concern us all

Cardiff University

Digital access has transformed the gambling landscape and this should worry us all, argues media expert John Jewell

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I wish I'd taken a GCSE in supporting teens through exam season

I extend heartfelt wishes to all the parents assuming the roles of counsellor, chef, coach and cheerleader...

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Bannau Brycheiniog, Yr Wyddfa, Eryri and Cymru: This is why these names matter

Disrespecting such unique names risks a vanilla globalisation...

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Listening to podcasts is surging - here's why they are in tune with our interests and needs

Podcasts' popularity is only forecast to grow further. Here's why the 'any time, any place' format appeals...

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If you're sick of this endless coverage of the King and Royal Family then you're not the only one

The pageantry and non-stop coverage is ridiculous. This is because the UK is not a union of four equal nations. It is all Charles’ kingdom we just happen to live in it

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Artificial Intelligence: The question of man vs machine

Is AI a threat? Only if we fail to act...

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Fox News and the latest phone-hacking scandal outdoes TV’s Succession

In this world of Succession obsession, media expert John Jewell casts his eye over how – in the case of Fox News and the Murdoch empire – art appears to be imitating life...

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The thing about Mark Drakeford nobody realises

Welsh Labour love to point out that they are the most successful democratic party of the last century. But this continuous auto-piloting into brushing away any legitimate criticism with indignation and patronising words is exactly the same entitlement and 'we have a right-to-rule' mentality that is levelled against the Tories in England

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King Charles III's coronation to prove an intense time for scrutiny, speculation and interest

Media expert John Jewell casts his eye over how King Charles III's forthcoming coronation is being - and will be - received

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Missing people Police issue urgent appeal as four young men all go missing They are in a silver Ford Fiesta and have been missing since Sunday

The speed cameras that have been turned on again from today

Traffic and Travel

Police have provided a list

School summer holidays could be cut to just four weeks under new Welsh Government plans

Welsh Government

The six week summer holiday would be cut to five weeks and then four under proposals out for consultation - but the Association of School and College Leaders Cymru dismissed the plan as "an act of folly".

Woman says 'little-known' washing machine setting has reduced her energy bills 'by 62%'

For anyone hoping to keep energy costs down, one mum has shared a 'little known hack' that could help reduce bills by up to 62%

Police launch murder investigation after fatal crash

Police have said it is an isolated incident as they search for a woman they would like to speak to

UK News Top doctors call for UK-wide change in drink-drive limits ahead of Christmas The British Medical Association says a lack of understanding over units of drink, the increasing strength of alcoholic beverages and the UK's high drink-drive threshold means a change is urgently needed

Wiggly line road markings that cost £1.5million to be scrapped

The strange lines had an important purpose but left road users and pedestrians confused

'I found out husband of 15 years had been grooming a child online'

Kate has spoken about how their lives spiralled out of control when her husband was arrested

'We hired a content creator for our wedding and paid them £750'

Rachel and Richard got 1,500 photos and videos for their social media

Police launch murder investigation after fatal crash

Police have said it is an isolated incident as they search for a woman they would like to speak to

Missing people Police issue urgent appeal as four young men all go missing They are in a silver Ford Fiesta and have been missing since Sunday

Stacey Solomon's tears as she tells Joe Swash what he's done for her

The presenter's inspirational post has left many of her fans saying it has given them hope for their own future

Pink announces huge 2024 Cardiff show

Principality Stadium

There is a special message from the singer herself for the Welsh fans

The speed cameras that have been turned on again from today

Traffic and Travel

Police have provided a list

School summer holidays could be cut to just four weeks under new Welsh Government plans

Welsh Government

The six week summer holiday would be cut to five weeks and then four under proposals out for consultation - but the Association of School and College Leaders Cymru dismissed the plan as "an act of folly".