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		<title>Zen Internet Celebrates UK Entrepreneurs with December-Long SME Spotlight</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:06:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Zen Internet is dedicating the entire month of December to recognising the innovation, resilience and impact of small businesses across the UK.   The company is turning its social channels into a platform for good with its #ZenSmallBusinessTakeover, spotlighting stories from some of the thousands of small businesses it supports nationwide. And, with nearly 32k followers [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Swansea University alumnus funds Global Lounge to unite students across cultures</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 16:31:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Swansea University has unveiled its brand-new Global Lounge, a vibrant space designed to bring students together, celebrate diversity, and create a welcoming community for all. Located in the University’s iconic Fulton House, the Global Lounge will serve as a meeting point for both international and home students, offering a range of activities, events, and opportunities [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Bridging the digital divide: Swansea researchers uncover barriers facing ex-offenders in Wales</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 18:01:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Bridging the digital divide: Swansea researchers uncover barriers facing ex-offenders in Wales A new study has revealed how being cut off from using digital technology is creating additional obstacles for people with criminal histories in Wales, limiting their ability to access vital support services, find employment, and build social connections. The Swansea University study, published [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Swansea University to celebrate 200 years of braille with free public event</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 09:01:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Swansea University will be the first stop in Wales on a nationwide tour commemorating 200 years of braille, helping to highlight how this tactile system of raised dots empowers people with sight loss. To mark this special anniversary, the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has launched the Braille and Beyond Tour, visiting a [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Dunvant choir ready to help Wales hit the right notes at last</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Richard Thomas]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 09:01:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Could Dunvant Male Choir be just the lucky charm that the Wales rugby team need to end their losing streak? The last time Wales won a home Six Nations game was back in February 2022, beating Scotland 20-17. On that day, Dunvant Choir stood on the Principality Stadium pitch, leading the National Anthems. Now, after [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Great TikTok Videos&#8230;.</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Wales Connected]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:30:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[As of November 1, 2024, here are some of the funniest break-themed videos on Instagram: Instagram&#8217;s Funniest Viral Clips CompilationA collection of hilarious and viral clips from Instagram, guaranteed to make you laugh. YouTube Top 30 Funniest Instagram Videos of All TimeA compilation of the top 30 funniest videos that have taken Instagram by storm. [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Ceredigion residents can now enjoy a trip on the iconic Vale of Rheidol Railway for Half Price – until Nov. 3rd</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Oscar]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:01:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Looking for a great day out locally? How about a trip on the amazing Vale of Rheidol Railway? And now, for Ceredigion residents, all standard class tickets are half price until 3rd November. That includes the October Half Term week – so book early! It is the perfect day out and a wonderful way to [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Enjoy days out in Aberystwyth this Half Term &#038; ride a 1920s steam locomotive through the stunning Welsh countryside</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Oscar]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:01:10 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wondering what to do this Half Term? There’s plenty to keep you entertained in and around the picturesque Welsh seaside town of Aberystwyth. One of the most popular attractions is The Vale of Rheidol Railway. It is the perfect day out for the entire family – from little ones to grandparents. It is also the [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Welsh Community Projects Come Together in Day of Action Against Ageism</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Four Agency]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2024 05:39:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Community projects in Wales taking part in first Action Day for new national ageism campaign  Welsh projects include an intergenerational creative writing workshop and exhibit and a “Vintage Not Vanished” Portrait Gallery celebrating the invaluable contributions of older volunteers   New data reveals how people feel about growing older in Wales  Action Day theme See and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Regional e-scooter trial extension gets the thumbs up from green mobility enthusiasts and time-poor commuters</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Justine Hoadley]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 16:01:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[But road safety expert TTC calls upon local authorities and fleet managers to offer training programmes to boost rider confidence ·        More than 50% of consumers would consider riding an e-scooter for leisure or business use if training were on offer ·        89% of would-be riders called for a rider assessment to be put in [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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