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• Can you spot 12 Welsh sports stars who made headlines in 2025?

  24-12-2025 23:34 via bbc.com
  They are all elite Welsh sports stars and they all hit the headlines in 2025 - but with festive baubles in the way, how many of our Christmas dozen can you spot?
  
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• Wales weather warning for 65mph wind gusts on Christmas Day - BBC

  24-12-2025 22:33 via news.google.com
  Wales weather warning for 65mph wind gusts on Christmas Day  BBC
  
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• Christmas Day weather warning for 65mph wind gusts

  24-12-2025 22:33 via bbc.com
  Strong wind gusts may lead to disruption across Wales on Christmas Day, warns the Met Office.
  
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• Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Princess Charlotte perform piano duet for Christmas carol service - CNN

  24-12-2025 22:23 via news.google.com
  Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Princess Charlotte perform piano duet for Christmas carol service  CNN
  
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• Stars pay special visit to hospice close to Welsh sporting legend's heart

  24-12-2025 22:19 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Ty Hafan ambassador, former Wales Rugby player, Leigh Halfpenny said the hospice is close to his heart
  
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• Alison Hammond says 'I tried to hold back' as she blames Paul Hollywood for weight gain

  24-12-2025 22:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A relative newcomer to The Great British Bake Off, Alison detailed how co-star Paul Hollywood had allegedly been "dead stingy" with his so-called Hollywood handshake this year
  
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• Car dealing crook who made £750k from victims was ordered to pay back just £1 - until now

  24-12-2025 21:29 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Gwyn Meiron Roberts made more than £750k after defrauding 33 different victims and was only ordered to pay back £1 initially
  
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• The Grinch 'ruined' as viewers spot huge film blunder 25 years on

  24-12-2025 21:17 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Eagle-eyed fans of the Christmas classic have spotted a major error that has remained undetected for a quarter of a century
  
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• Gavin and Stacey children's names and dark surnames explained by Ruth Jones

  24-12-2025 21:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Gavin and Stacey had three children by the time the 2019 Christmas special rolled around and Ruth Jones has explained the royal inspiration behind their names
  
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• National Lottery results: Numbers for Wednesday, December 24

  24-12-2025 20:45 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  There was £2m up for grabs in the December 24 Lotto draw and the jackpot for the Thunderball draw was £15m
  
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• Live Lotto results for Wednesday, December 24: National Lottery winning numbers from tonight's draw

  24-12-2025 20:45 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  There is £2m up for grabs in tonight's Lotto draw and the jackpot for the Thunderball draw is £15m
  
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• Elf child star unrecognisable 22 years on as he ditches Hollywood for normal job

  24-12-2025 20:38 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Child star Daniel Tay played Michael Hobbs in the Christmas classic
  
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• Princess of Wales and Charlotte play piano together for carol concert - The Telegraph

  24-12-2025 20:30 via news.google.com
  Princess of Wales and Charlotte play piano together for carol concert  The Telegraph
  
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• The Gavin & Stacey star related to a castmate and has had huge Hollywood roles

  24-12-2025 20:23 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Steffan Rhodri says that his iconic character is based on a real-life uncle, while another of his close relatives is a co-star on the hit sitcom
  
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• Ditching turkey for tikka - the people having alternative Christmas dinners

  24-12-2025 20:09 via bbc.com
  More and more people are ditching traditions such as turkey, for a Christmas Day curry.
  
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• Rachel Riley’s husband Pasha addresses big decision after ‘my heart was torn into pieces’

  24-12-2025 20:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Countdown's Rachel Riley met husband Pasha Kovalev when they starred together on Strictly Come Dancing in 2013, announcing their romance shortly after the show finished
  
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• Shocking number of drivers caught over the limit on roads in Welsh region

  24-12-2025 19:50 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A motorist four times over the legal drink drive limit was among the hundreds arrested for taking to the roads under the influence in North Wales last Christmas
  
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• Christmas driver caught four four times over the legal drink drive limit

  24-12-2025 19:50 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A motorist four times over the legal drink drive limit was among the hundreds arrested for taking to the roads under the influence in North Wales last Christmas
  
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• Gavin & Stacey star hit by train days before Christmas

  24-12-2025 19:40 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  After the 2018 incident, Gavin actor, Mathew Horne, walked away with minor injuries and was not taken to hospital
  
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• Snow White panto brings the roof down in Carmarthen Christmas bonanza

  24-12-2025 19:35 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A pantomime production of Snow White is on at the Lyric Theatre in Carmarthen until December 29
  
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• Threat to community safety teams is 'going to have devastating effect' on town

  24-12-2025 19:28 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The Shared Prosperity Fund from UK Government funds several roles in Merthyr Tydfil's community safety team, but it's due to end in March
  
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• Historic department store once used to grow drugs has new owner

  24-12-2025 18:54 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The long-empty property was most recently used as a cannabis factory
  
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• Update issued after emergency services rushed to Welsh seafront hotel

  24-12-2025 18:30 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to the Chatsworth House Hotel in Llandudno following a medical emergency
  
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• Strictly’s Anton Du Beke admits ‘I’m so fearful’ as he addresses ‘terrible’ family ordeal

  24-12-2025 18:25 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Strictly judge Anton Du Beke opted to stay at home while his family enjoyed a winter holiday after experiencing a 'terrible' time when he went on a previous trip
  
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• ITV Royal Carols 2025 - The Princess of Wales and Princess Charlotte piano performance - itv.com

  24-12-2025 18:24 via news.google.com
  ITV Royal Carols 2025 - The Princess of Wales and Princess Charlotte piano performance  itv.com
  
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• Two injured after car crashes and hits trees on major Welsh road

  24-12-2025 18:20 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A driver and passenger were injured after an Audi left the carriageway and collided with trees
  
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• Music festival cancelled just weeks before it was due to start

  24-12-2025 18:15 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The festival was set to debut in January
  
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• Sainsbury's and Argos urgent Christmas notice issued over Orchard Toys item

  24-12-2025 18:02 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The two stores have issued a recall on the game after a fault was found with the product
  
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• Gavin and Stacey fans spot 'missed' detail in last year's big finale

  24-12-2025 17:56 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Some Gavin and Stacey fans are still discovering some hidden details from the BBC comedy's big Christmas 2024 finale show, which drew in more than 12 million viewers
  
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• Proposal emerges for air rifle range, restaurant and gaming area on estate

  24-12-2025 17:15 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The development would create 10 jobs
  
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• Maxine Carr's outrageous Christmas demands and new life with besotted husband

  24-12-2025 16:49 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Maxine Carr was released from prison in 2004 and granted lifelong anonymity after being convicted of perverting the course of justice
  
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• DJ Chris Evans banned for life from golf tournament with Andy Murray after accusations

  24-12-2025 16:46 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Radio presenter Chris Evans was previously banned from the Alfred Dunhill Links golf tournament following accusations about his handicap, as the event returns this week in Scotland with Andy Murray and Catherine Zeta-Jones
  
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• Wrexham financial plan revealed as true reason behind Ryan Reynolds sale emerges

  24-12-2025 16:45 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A Wrexham director has outlined the club's financial strategy in the wake of a share sale to an American investment firm
  
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• I was banned from playing in the Six Nations and now I work in a supermarket

  24-12-2025 16:25 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The former Wales full-back, who now runs a supermarket in New Zealand, has spoken openly for the first time about the eligibility controversy that ended his international career in 2000
  
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• Weather warning issued for Wales on Christmas Day with power cuts expected - Wales Online

  24-12-2025 16:06 via news.google.com
  Weather warning issued for Wales on Christmas Day with power cuts expected  Wales Online
  
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• Weather warning issued for Wales on Christmas Day with power cuts expected

  24-12-2025 16:06 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The yellow weather warning for parts of Wales will be in place from 4am until midnight on Thursday
  
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• Gardeners urged to pour baking soda over patios this winter

  24-12-2025 16:06 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Moss and weeds can survive the winter and spread rapidly in spring, but experts say baking soda can help kill them and prevent them from returning
  
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• Swans players will want 'really good game' against Grimes

  24-12-2025 16:01 via bbc.com
  Vitor Matos believes a reunion with Matt Grimes will give Swansea City's players an extra incentive as they look to shock Championship leaders Coventry City.
  
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• The chaotic scenes in Welsh town as shoppers make final dash for Christmas gifts

  24-12-2025 16:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Hundreds flocked to their nearest shopping centre, in what seemed to be a last minute attempt to buy Christmas gifts and essentials
  
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• Wales star's huge move to be announced on Christmas Day as fans work out who it is

  24-12-2025 15:54 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The 30-year-old Wales and British Lions player will be a big Christmas present for supporters of one team
  
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• Michael Schumacher's ally speaks out on 'strict visiting rules' around F1 legend

  24-12-2025 15:28 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Michael Schumacher's health condition has been kept private by his family
  
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• Girl, 13, with 'heart of gold' dies as police arrest boy, 14, on suspicion of harassment

  24-12-2025 15:28 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  A tribute has been issued to Manchester teenager Madison Richardson
  
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• Thunder and Lightning name Welsh derby teams

  24-12-2025 15:27 via bbc.com
  Gwalia Lightning and Brython Thunder name their sides for the all-Welsh Celtic Challenge derby on Saturday, 27 December.
  
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• You can bag one week holiday to Portugal, Cyprus or Spain from just £17 a night

  24-12-2025 15:25 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  If you’re ready to plan a 2026 escape without blowing the budget, Loveholidays has launched a huge sale.
  
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• You can have an affordable hotel stay for two in a charming market town for just £99

  24-12-2025 15:23 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Escape to the Welsh countryside with a stay at a market town hotel from just £99
  
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• The round the clock support service that changes the lives of thousands

  24-12-2025 14:54 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The RCT Lifeline service provides 24/7 support for more than 4,000 elderly and vulnerable people in the county borough
  
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• Oti Mabuse says 'I think I'm done with Motsi' as she talks 'replacing' Strictly judge

  24-12-2025 14:50 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Loose Women panellist and ex Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse made the humorous admission about her sister Motsi Mabuse, while discussing Christmas and her time on the BBC show
  
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• King 'saddened' as Princess Beatrice snubs Christmas tradition, says former butler

  24-12-2025 14:25 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Princess Beatrice is not expected to be in Sandringham with the rest of the Royal Family for Christmas as she heads to the slopes with her husband and children, according to reports
  
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• King Charles 'sad' as Princess Beatrice snubs Christmas tradition, says former butler

  24-12-2025 14:25 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Princess Beatrice is not expected to be in Sandringham with the rest of the Royal Family for Christmas as she heads to the slopes with her husband and children, according to reports
  
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• Cyclist knocked off his bike was left injured in the road for two hours after driver fled the scene

  24-12-2025 14:25 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The cyclist needed hospital treatment for six broken bones after being knocked off his bike on the way home from a shopping trip
  
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