Karl Necke

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Harry Lawtey on the privilege of portraying Richard Burton

1 month ago | bbc.com | Karl Necke

Actor's 'privilege' to portray Richard Burton on screenWarren Orchard/Icon Film DistributionHarry Lawtey plays Richard Burton in a new biographical filmThe actor playing a young Richard Burton in a new biographical film has described how much of a privilege it was to take on such an "iconic" role. Harry Lawtey said he was aware of the pressure of being an Englishman portraying the "Welsh hero" in Mr Burton.
Stevie Wonder to headline Cardiff gig series

1 month ago | ca.news.yahoo.com | Karl Necke

Steve Wonder will play an outdoor gig in Cardiff on 9 July [BBC]Legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder has been announced as the headline act in a series of outdoor gigs in Cardiff this summer. The 74-year-old will perform in the capital for the first time since the 1970s in a gig at Blackweir Fields, on the banks of the River Taff. The 25-time Grammy winning singer, songwriter, musician and producer will bring his Love, Light & Song show to the city on 9 July.
Stevie Wonder to headline Cardiff gig series

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Karl Necke

Search queryStevie Wonder to headline Cardiff gig seriesMon, March 17, 2025 at 10:28 AM UTCSteve Wonder will play an outdoor gig in Cardiff on 9 July [BBC]Legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder has been announced as the headline act in a series of outdoor gigs in Cardiff this summer. The 74-year-old will perform in the capital for the first time since the 1970s in a gig at Blackweir Fields, on the banks of the River Taff.
Water park to move after water quality concerns

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Ted Peskett |Karl Necke

A summer water park will not operate in Cardiff Bay this year over concerns about water quality. Aqua Park is set to move to Cosmeston Lake in Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, after it told the council issues over water quality had left it "unable to operate" following heavy rain. The attraction has operated in the Welsh capital since 2019 and includes an inflatable assault course with slides and climbing frames.
Water park to move after water quality concerns

2 months ago | msn.com | Ted Peskett |Karl Necke

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Boy, 16, charged with wounding with intent

2 months ago | bbc.com | Karl Necke

Teenager charged with wounding after stabbingGetty ImagesA teenage boy will appear in court on Monday after being charged in connection with the stabbingA 16-year-old boy has been charged after a stabbing in Powys on Saturday night. Firearms police were called to the incident near Parkers Lane, Newtown, where an 18-year-old man had been stabbed. Dyfed-Powys Police said a teenager had been charged with wounding with intent and would appear before Welshpool Magistrates' Court on Monday.
Cardiff gig announced by thrash metal band

2 months ago | bbc.com | Karl Necke

Thrash metal band Slayer to play CardiffGetty ImagesSlayer last toured in 2019American thrash metal band Slayer will play Cardiff this summer, it has been announced. The group known for its fast and aggressive style of music will take to the stage at the capital's Blackweir Fields on 3 July. The outdoor gig will be the band's first UK performance in six years. Slayer will also perform as a support act for Black Sabbath's last-ever show at Villa Park later in the month.
Thrash metal band Slayer to play Cardiff

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Karl Necke

Search queryThrash metal band Slayer to play CardiffTue, March 4, 2025 at 1:38 PM UTCSlayer last toured in 2019 [Getty Images]American thrash metal band Slayer will play Cardiff this summer, it has been announced. The group known for its fast and aggressive style of music will take to the stage at the capital's Blackweir Fields on 3 July. The outdoor gig will be the band's first UK performance in six years.
Farmers protests: Tories and Plaid call for funding plan axe

Feb 28, 2024 | bbc.com | Gareth Lewis |Elliw Gwawr |Karl Necke

Farmers protests: Tories and Plaid call for funding plan axeBy Gareth Lewis, Elliw Gwawr and Karl NeckeBBC WalesPA MediaTractors were parked on a road in Cardiff Bay on Tuesday, as part of a protest against the Sustainable Farming SchemeOpposition parties in the Senedd have voted in favour of scrapping the Welsh government's controversial Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS). It comes after thousands of farmers protested against the plans in Cardiff Bay.