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Gethin Jenkins will miss the Lions’ opening tour match against the Barbarians in Hong Kong after tweaking a calf muscle. The Wales prop has a history of trouble with his calf and will not be risked against Dai Young’s invitational side. However, the current problem is not believed to be serious, with coach Warren Gatland expecting Jenkins to be fit …

Kids In Glass Houses have announced details of their new album and UK tour. After a triumphant return to the stage at Slam Dunk festival this weekend the Cardiff rockers have unveiled their fourth album Peace. Released through Transmission Recordings on September 30, it’s the follow up to the critically acclaimed and Welsh Music Prize shortlisted In Gold Blood album. …

Speculation linking Malky Mackay and Michael Laudrup with the vacant manager’s job at Everton appears to be close to ending after front-runner Roberto Martinez resigned from his position at Wigan. Martinez is believed to have been approached by the Toffees over the weekend, sparking his decision to hand in his resignation to Lactics chairman Dave Whelan on Tuesday. Cardiff City …

A father and son-in-law risked their own lives to save two people from drowning at a notorious accident spot when they got caught out by the incoming tide. Gordon Hadfield said he could not stand by and watch as Daniel Wood and Lisa Picton, both 24, got stuck while trying to return to the mainland from Sully Island on Sunday. …

Cardiff’s only dedicated rock and live music bar will close if new plans for student flats in a city centre building are given the go-ahead. Cardiff Barfly, in the basement of Northgate House, on Kingsway, closed in September 2010, but was given a new lease of life as Bogiez six months later. However, plans have now been submitted by the …

It was landscaped for the 3rd Marquess of Bute 140 years ago – but now the latest technology is helping to bring the history of one of Cardiff’s most famous parks to life. Visitors to Bute Park, in the city centre, can now read the park’s fascinating story on their smartphones or tablets as they stroll past each point of …

Following the success of his 2010 tour, Dandelion Mind, Bill Bailey is back on the road with his new show Qualmpeddler. Introducing himself as “that guy from Have I Got QI Never Mind the Black Books For You,” the 49-year-old West Country comedian proceeded to meander between songs, wordplay and personal anecdotes. Political gags about Margaret Thatcher, the coalition and …

There has been a great deal written about women in the workplace recently. As a strong advocate for gender equality, I’m pleased it is starting to get the traction it warrants. Brought up with a strong mother and sister, I’ve had a small insight into the issues – both past and present – that women have to deal with on …

Hundreds of Cardiff City supporters marched through the city centre today in protest to the club’s rebranding. The Keep Cardiff Blue group has accused Malaysian owner Vincent Tan of sweeping away 100 years of history and tradition. Tan has divided the opinions of bluebirds supporters since changing the home kit to red and altering the club badge. He is also …

Sunseekers headed to beaches, parks and shops in their droves this weekend as businesses received a welcome pre-Bank Holiday boost. Despite many choosing to travel abroad to escape our coldest spring for decades, families remaining at home basked in summer-like temperatures as a whole host of events took place across the country. But the good spell of weather is predicted …