Cardiff and South East Wales News

Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Cardiff and South East Wales. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.

Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Injured motorcyclists rescued after bike sent SOS alert
The pair were left lying helpless on the road with serious pelvic and leg injuries after the crash.
Reform politician faces suspension over WhatsApp racial slur
Laura Anne Jones used a racial slur to describe Chinese people, in August 2023, in a WhatsApp chat.
Storm Claudia brings amber warning for rain
For Friday, an amber weather warning is in place until 23:59 GMT with south and mid Wales expected to bear the brunt of the wet weather.
Murder-accused 'paid £120' to drive to fatal shooting
Joanne Penney, 40, was fatally shot as she opened the door of a flat earlier this year.
Artist sneaks AI-generated print into museum gallery
A visitor who noticed the piece says staff "admitted they had no idea about the piece or when it arrived".

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

Rees-Zammit and Cracknell start for Wales v Japan
Wales make four changes to their XV to face Japan with Louis Rees-Zammit making his first international start since 2023.
Swans set for talks with Hellberg over manager role
Swansea City are to hold talks with Kim Hellberg, manager at Swedish club Hammarby, to replace Alan Sheehan.
What's up with Wales and Spurs 'mystery' Johnson?
Brennan Johnson should be a key player for Wales but, as well as being in and out of Spurs' team, he finds himself out of favour for his country.
Scrum V Live to show festive Welsh derbies in URC
Welsh rugby fans will be able to watch three Welsh derbies in the United Rugby Championship over the Christmas and New Year period on the BBC.
Welsh feathers aim to repeat Celtic Cup heroics
Welsh Feathers are embracing the pressure of the favourites tag as they prepare to defend the Celtic Cup.
Bellamy's hotline to Wales' future
Senior men's manager Craig Bellamy is taking a keen interest as Wales Under-19s take on Japan, the United States and Germany in a mini warm-up tournament this week in north Wales.
Wales hosting Euro 2028 - all you need to know
Noel Mooney says kicking-off Euro 2028 on home soil will be "spectacular for the nation" but how will it all work? We answer your questions.
How to follow Liechtenstein v Wales on the BBC
Your guide to following Wales' World Cup qualifier against Liechtenstein on the BBC.
New dad Brooks determined to realise World Cup dream
Cancer-free and a new dad, Bournemouth midfielder David Brooks is more determined than ever to play for Wales at a World Cup.
Davies, Cabango and Moore withdraw from Wales squad
Ben Davies, Ben Cabango and Kieffer Moore will miss Wales' final World Cup qualifying group games against Liechtenstein and North Macedonia due to injury.
Can you name all the clubs Craig Bellamy played for?
As Craig Bellamy preapres for the biggest week of his coaching career, can you name the nine clubs the Wales boss represented as a player?
Ramsey with Wales in unofficial role for World Cup qualifiers
Wales captain Aaron Ramsey will be with the squad in an unofficial capacity as they prepare for their World Cup qualifying double-header this month.
Wales v Japan - all you need to know
Wales continue their autumn international campaign this Saturday when they host Japan in Cardiff.
'A decent start' - attack gives Wales reason for hope
Wales lost the first game of the Steve Tandy era to Argentina but their attack gave reason for optimism going into their game with Japan.
'Faster, stronger' Rees-Zammit wants Wales start
Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit says he back from American football with more pace, power and strength.
Cracknell fulfils Wales dream after tough times
Olly Cracknell credits his family resilience for helping him achieve his international dream with Wales in the autumn series.
Should Rees-Zammit start and other Wales questions after Pumas defeat
BBC Sport Wales has a look at the things Wales head coach Steve Tandy needs to address following a record defeat to Argentina.
New Wales head coach Tandy's reality check
New Wales head coach Steve Tandy says the 52-28 record defeat by Argentina in Cardiff demonstrates the magnitude of the job he has taken on.
Earps return 'talk of Manchester' but Middleton-Patel steals show
Manchester United's victory over PSG was significant - but conversation before, during and after was dominated by goalkeepers.
Price and Humphries into Grand Slam quarter-finals
World number one Luke Humphries earns a comfortable win against Jurjen van der Velde in the last 16 of the Grand Slam of Darts.
Cardiff to host opening match of Euro 2028
Cardiff will host the opening game of Euro 2028, with the semi-finals and final set to take place at London's Wembley Stadium.
Selby overcomes Williams in decider to reach semi-finals
Mark Selby beats defending champion Mark Williams 6-5 in a final-frame decider to reach the semi-finals of the Champion of Champions in Leicester.
Who next for Swansea amid Hellberg links?
BBC Sport Wales takes a look at who could be in the frame to become the new Swansea City boss, with Kim Hellberg emerging as the favourite.
Euro 2028 bid a 'massive' motivation for Bellamy
Craig Bellamy says the prospect of managing Wales at a major tournament on home soil is a "massive" motivation as he looks ahead to Euro 2028.
Wolves appoint ex-defender Edwards as manager
Wolves finally have their man. But how big a gamble have the Premier League side made in appointing Rob Edwards?
Wales aim to halt losing streak in Spain
Rhian Wilkinson's side will travel to Spain to play Switzerland in one of two international friendlies next month.
Former Scarlets and Dragons centre Hughes retires
Former Scarlets and Dragons centre Steff Hughes retires from playing professional rugby aged 31 to concentrate on coaching full-time.
Lock Cummins makes early Dragons exit
Australian lock Steve Cummins makes an early exit from Dragons after just six appearances for the URC club.
'Not many get away' with this many losses - Hughes
Dave Hughes admits few managers would get away with losing as many games as he has this season as Newport County prepare for Saturday's bottom-of-the-table fixture at Shrewsbury Town.
Patience and belief key to Wrexham's upward trajectory
With 15 Championship matches played, BBC Sport Wales takes stock of Wrexham's league campaign so far.
Who are the contenders to take over at Swansea?
Former Swansea City player Owain Tudur Jones considers some of the potential names to succeed Alan Sheehan as head coach after his sacking by the Championship club.
Elite League highlights: Devils 5-3 Giants
Cardiff Devils win an Elite League thriller against Belfast Giants in an end-to-end tussle at the Vindico Arena on Friday.
Which doctor helped Wales? No, a witch doctor did!
Former Wales centre Jonathan 'Fox' Davies tells Scrum V: The Warm Up that the Welsh Rugby Union once asked a witch doctor to remove dark spirits in the Principality Stadium home dressing room whilst the national team were on a losing run.
Bellamy 'couldn't want for more' than Wales job amid Celtic links
Craig Bellamy says the Celtic job is not in his thoughts and insists he is fully committed to Wales.
Highlights: Wales 2-5 Poland
Watch the best of the action as Wales lose 5-2 to Poland in Newport in a friendly international.
Tandy praises squad's 'unbelievable' reaction to WRU cut
Wales head coach Steve Tandy reveals how his squad has dealt with the news of the WRU's plan to cut a region as he prepares for the autumn Tests.
'I still want to be involved with Wales' - Barton
Former Wales striker Kayleigh Barton says she "still wants to be involved" in the national set-up following her retirement from playing.
Scrum V
Lauren and the team dissect Steve Tandy?s selection for the "must win" game with Japan.
Feast of Football
Carl, Nia Jones and Joe Ledley visit Wales' training camp before two crucial qualifiers.
Wales v Argentina Review
Gareth, Lauren, James Hook and Alex Cuthbert reflect on Wales Argentina
Feast of Football
Carl, Iwan and Sam discuss Swansea City's dip in form and Craig Bellamy's Wales pledge.
Feast of Football
Cardiff City boss Brian Barry-Murphy on his first months in charge and future ambitions.
Apathy reigns as Welsh rugby accepts new reality
Wales continue their struggles with a record loss to Argentina - but the perilous state of Welsh rugby means fans only feel apathy.
'VAR has to rein its neck in' - how I'd change football for the fans
In his BBC Sport column, former Premier League manager Tony Pulis looks at which laws he would change in football.
Red Dragons Den - US sales pitch for Welsh football
Welsh football bosses are heading to the United States of America in a Dragons Den style bid to attract investors to Wales' top flight.
Cardiff youngsters a 'dream' for Wales boss Bellamy
Wales head coach Craig Bellamy says Cardiff City's young squad, including Rubin Colwill, is benefiting the Wales national team.
Kpakio's rapid rise with Cardiff and Wales
Cardiff City and Wales right-back Ronan Kpakio discusses his rapid rise and breakthrough season for club and country.
The NHS worker ready to make mark on World debut
Welshman David Davies will realise his dream in December after qualifying for the 2025 PDC World Darts Championship.
Pawlett following in footsteps of heptathlon heroes
After a bittersweet first World Championship in Tokyo, Abigail Pawlett has her sights set on joining Britain's Olympic heptathlon medallist club.
Scrum V Top 5
Former Wales and British & Irish Lions star Jamie Roberts reveals his top five centres.
Scrum V Top 5
Will Carling selects his all-time top five Welsh rugby players.
Scrum V Top 5
Colin heads to Mike?s bar to discuss his all-time Top 5 coaches.
Scrum V Top 5
Adam Jones heads to Mike's bar to reveal his Top 5 forwards.