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It’s the workhorse of the menswear world, taking you from weddings to funerals, proms, to a day in the office or a date night. But, with an average off the rack high-street suit setting you back an average of £150 and a bespoke tailored version costing a couple of thousand more, a good suit doesn’t come cheap.  Until now! Thanks to  George at Asda you can now choose from a range of six versatile suits for less than the cost of…

Cardiff Met’s Summer School returns for another year, providing adult learners free short courses at Cardiff Metropolitan University in June 2024. With a variety of 30 courses ranging from, but not limited to, access to teaching, print design, coding and psychology, our Summer School is designed for those who have had limited access to higher education. All classes will be held at Cardiff Met’s Llandaff Campus from 10-21 June 2024, providing learners with an opportunity to experience our campus and…

Welsh language singer Gwilym Bowen Rhys to perform at this year’s Welsh-Hungarian Friendship Day celebration in Newport, alongside Hungarian folk dance group DunAvon. The event takes place on  Saturday 18 May at the Pill Millennium Centre. Kicking off with a rousing performance by acclaimed Welsh folk singer and songwriter Gwilym Bowen Rhys, followed by an interactive Hungarian ‘dance house’ with Bristol’s DunAvon Folk Dance Ensemble. Balint Brunner, Founder of Magyar Cymru, commented: “This year, our goal is to create an…

  The annual large-scale outdoor multicultural festival was formed back in 2006.  As always the event is open to people of all ages and colours, and even better news – it’s free! The Mela showcases a wide diversity of cultures, music, dance, arts, fashion and food to name a few. Although the Mela’s roots are Asian cultures, this is a festival for all and aims to educate, share and celebrate all cultures. They’ll also be plenty of activities including rides,…

School examinations will soon be over and many students will be graduating.  Some will be leaving school for good and moving onto work, college, apprenticehships or university. A great way to treat a family member is to gift them a fun day out with family or friends. We’ve hand-picked a few ideas which we hope will inspire you from ‘Buyagift’   Brecon Beacons Observatory Group Stargazing Experience for Two with Dark Sky Wales £49.99 Get ready to enjoy a memorable…

Yoga  One of the main reasons why people smoke is because they believe it makes them feel more relaxed. Finding an alternative outlet that provides you with the relaxation you desire will help you stay away from temptation. Incessant nicotine cravings can also cause stress and anxiety levels to rise, so being able to tune into your body, focus your breaths, and clear your mind can help fight your urges.  Yoga is the perfect exercise for this, and it also…

The retailer is set to host the event on 18th and 19th May, giving more customers the opportunity to sell and purchase pre-loved homeware bargains. The IKEA car boot gives locals a space to sell unwanted home furnishing goods, decorations and more (which don’t have to be IKEA products) to give a new lease of life to old items. With a growing environmental awareness shaping the way consumers value the things they own, and how they shop, the event also…

Image:  Elizeu Dias   Over the past five years, social media creators have used the catchphrase ‘Hot Girl Summer’ to refer to a mindset of confidence and empowerment that encourages individuals – especially women – to embrace and celebrate their appearance.   However, as with any phenomenon, there are drawbacks to this concept. These include feeling pressure to conform to unrealistic standards of beauty or behaviour that aren’t attainable or healthy for everyone, which in turn causes insecurity.  Robert Vergin,…

Barry Island is once again abuzz with excitement as Gŵyl Fach y Fro, the beloved Welsh arts and culture festival, prepares to make its triumphant return on Saturday 18 May 2024. This vibrant event, organized by Menter Iaith Bro Morgannwg, promises a day filled with music, creativity, and community spirit—all in the beautiful Welsh language. Live Performances From a stage for primary schools including choirs to renowned bands like Fleur De Lys, Lowri Evans, Sage Todz & Parisa Fouladi, Wigwam and Gwcci. Also, a…

Material gifts are wonderful to treasure however if you want something extra special that will leave a lasting memory, why not check out Red-Letter Days. We have compiled a list of experiences tailored to meet all tastes. We hope this gives some inspiration.                     Drive three incredible supercars at fast speed! Father’s Day is approaching so you might want to treat dad to an experience he will never forget. Enjoy a…