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Blog post: How an historic rugby jersey was saved from a demolition site
We often hear about sports memorabilia being saved from demolition, when stadiums or other venues are torn down or refurbished - seats, lockers, or even pieces of turf are gathered by fans or sold at auction. But a recent example in South Wales had a different twist and very personal happy ending, writes Andy Weltch. The item in question is the British and Irish Lions rugby jersey of the late Alun Pask, who played for Wales 26 times between 1961 and 1967 and went on three to
Nov 142 min read


Blog post: UK among nations driving the padel surge
A new study suggests the United Kingdom is among the European countries with most interest in padel, as the sport continues its rapid...
Oct 92 min read


Dance programme for autumn tour
A new programme from National Dance Company Wales (NDCWales) launches a major tour this autumn (2025), featuring three very different...
Sep 51 min read


Blog post: Small countries show big interest in soccer transfers
Some of Europe’s smallest countries have the strongest interest in high-profile soccer transfers, a new study suggests. The study...
Sep 32 min read


New book explores TV drama's golden age
A new book exploring the golden age of British children's TV drama includes a chapter by our Andy Weltch. A TV Box of Delights , edited...
Aug 51 min read


From pandemic pastime to the screen
A new post on the Piece of Pink Pie arts and entertainment blog explains how the upcoming animated short film A Fish Out of Water ...
Jun 261 min read


Blog post: Beyond the camera - some surprising benefits of media training
You may think media interview training is just for senior management or PR professionals, who need to be ready to face questions from...
Jun 222 min read


New single captures the smooth sounds of summer
Talented singer-songwriter Rebecca Poole releases her new single later this week (Friday 20 June). Summer Days is the subject of the...
Jun 171 min read


How can we save local newspapers and why should we?
Local newspapers in the UK have been fading for decades, but now their decline has accelerated to an alarming rate, our new blog post ...
Jun 131 min read


Twists and turns in the latest crime thriller
The latest Adam Fawley crime thriller by best-selling author Cara Hunter was published this week (11 February), and our companion arts...
Feb 151 min read


Best sports photos of the year are announced
The winners of the World Sports Photography Awards have been announced today (Thursday 9 January) and in our latest blog post we look at...
Jan 91 min read


Reflecting on three uplifting, meaningful, and relevant plays
A new post on our companion arts and entertainment blog Piece of Pink Pie looks back at three outstanding plays which premiered at...
Dec 16, 20241 min read


Universities challenged - how good communication could help the higher education sector
The UK's universities are facing a myriad of challenges in a rapidly changing landscape - from funding issues to shifting student...
Nov 7, 20241 min read


Jean's memory lives on in a moving song
Jean Marchetti was a musician who fell on hard times. Suffering ill health and with arthritis in her hands, she could no longer play her...
Nov 5, 20241 min read


Reflecting on the state of British speedway - it's going, fast!
As the 2024 speedway season ends in Britain, TV and radio presenter Jason Harrold has reflected on the state of the sport. In a special...
Oct 28, 20241 min read
Hasty riding lessons and being wrapped in Sean Connery’s coat – memories of a young actress
She told a small lie at an audition, forcing her to hastily arrange some riding lessons when she got the part. And in another role, she...
Oct 15, 20241 min read
Exploring the songwriting talents of Gregg Alexander
The latest post on our associated arts and entertainment blog Piece of Pink Pie looks at the work of songwriter Gregg Alexander. ...
Aug 4, 20241 min read
Why communication is vital for charities
For charities, good communication is vital to raise awareness, garner support, and drive engagement - as our latest blog post explores. ...
Apr 29, 20241 min read
Looking behind the latest videos for rising R&B star Jo Rivers
A new post on our companion arts and entertainment blog Piece of Pink Pie looks at the latest videos from rising New Jersey R&B artist...
Mar 19, 20241 min read
New author shares tips on writing a first novel
A new author has shared his tips on how to write your first novel. Davey D. Jones, whose debut A Different Reality is gaining rave...
Feb 8, 20241 min read
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