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Powys County Times
14-07-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
Broadcaster and adventurer to host Powys Business Awards
Welsh adventurer and broadcaster with more than 20 years experience, Lowri Morgan, will be hosting this year's Powys Business Awards ceremony. A broadcaster for more than two decades, Lowri Morgan has been announced as the host of the 2025 ceremony for the Powys Business Awards, scheduled to be held at The Hafren, Newtown on Friday, October 17. Lowri said: 'It's a real privilege to host the Powys Business Awards. These awards are all about drive, passion and perseverance – qualities I've seen in the wildest parts of the world and which I know are alive and well in the business community of Powys. 'I'm excited to celebrate the inspiring stories behind this year's finalists.' Best known for her endurance adventures and documentaries for S4C, BBC, ITV and international broadcasters, Lowri has pushed herself to some of the most extreme environments on Earth. From diving to the wreck of the Titanic, to completing ultra-marathons in the Arctic and Amazon, her journey has earned her major accolades including BAFTA Cymru's Best Presenter, Spirit of the Festival (Celtic Media Festival) and National Adventure Awards Media winner. Organised by Mid Wales Manufacturing Group (MWMG), the annual awards celebrate business innovation, resilience, excellence and talent across Powys. Powys Business Awards, founded 16 years ago, aims to recognise and reward the exceptional talent, innovation and commitment that help drive the local economy forward. The awards ceremony is expected to attract key business leaders, community figures and dignitaries from across the region.
BBC News
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Rhondda man's 'hilarious' Welsh tattoo misspelling goes viral
When Cai Morgan walked out of the tattoo parlour delighted with his Welsh tribute to his family's mantra, he immediately started taking photos of it for friends and his sister Lowri spotted one problem with the tattoo - it was not spelt correctly. Cai, 24, from Hirwaun, Rhondda Cynon Taf, wanted Ymlaen - meaning forward - but instead got Ymaeln, which is not a word at than feeling embarrassed, Cai has embraced the error and said his family found it "hilarious". Cai went to a tattoo parlour in Brighton, where he has lived since had always wanted a tattoo in the Welsh language similar to his father, who died last year. "My dad was a very patriotic Welsh man with tattoos, like the Welsh flag, all over his back," he said."I've just been waiting for an opportunity and it sprung up."Cai was speaking to his mum on the phone when she reminded him about the family mantra."Ymlaen is what we live by," said Cai, who then decided to take his chance while walking past a tattoo shop. He went into the shop to book his appointment and give the tattoo artist the spelling of the word. "I think where I went wrong on the actual day was I chose the font, the sizing and with the guy not knowing Welsh, it's not his fault," he said."He did the stencil and I approved, I think I became blind to it because I had seen the word many times." Delighted with his new tattoo, Cai started taking photos to show to his friends and family. "I was thinking 'this is sick'. It's Celtic, it's bold at the sides like I wanted it. But it wasn't until I forwarded it to my sister that she started texting me saying 'it's not spelt right Cai'," he said. Fortunately, Cai found the misspelling hilarious. "I FaceTimed her and we barely could talk because we were laughing too much," he said. The mishap was posted on TikTok by his sister and it has since gone viral which left him feeling "very surprised".The tattoo artist offered a free removal to Cai after it had fully healed, but he has decided to stick with it. "It's symbolic now. It's reminder that you can mess up but you can always move forward," he said.
Business News Wales
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Business News Wales
Charitable Foundation Seeks Runners to Support Grassroots Sport Through Cardiff Half Marathon
Runners who are looking to secure a space in the 2025 Cardiff Half Marathon can do so by running for the Run 4 Wales (R4W) Charitable Foundation. Run 4 Wales aims to deliver world-class events with a positive social agenda. It said that its events provide a platform to champion equality and diversity, mental and physical health, women's running, community regeneration, volunteering, charity fundraising and environmental sustainability. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, surpluses generated by Run 4 Wales are invested into the R4W Charitable Foundation which supports and gives funding to grassroot sport and community projects. There are 50 spaces available to run for the R4W Charitable Foundation. Those who wish to do so can enter the Cardiff Half for £10 when pledging to raise £250 for the charity. They will also receive an exclusive team running vest if they manage to raise £75 by 8th August. Extreme endurance athlete and adventurer and broadcaster, Lowri Morgan, will be spearheading the R4W Charitable Foundation running team. Lowri, who is also on the charity's board of trustees, said: 'The Run 4 Wales Charitable Foundation is extremely passionate about increasing participation and diversity in physical activity in Wales. 'The charity has so far been able to invest £1 million into grassroots sport and community projects within Wales and our team of runners will help us achieve an even greater impact. 'By joining our team at the Cardiff Half Marathon, you'll not only be achieving something incredible yourself, but by fundraising, you'll also be helping children, young people and adults across Wales take their first steps towards a more active and healthier life.' All money raised will enable the charitable foundation to continue investing in grassroots sport and community projects. Since it was founded in 2015 money has been used to provide funding to the Welsh Schools Athletics Association, creating District, National and International Competition opportunities for school-age athletes. Funding has also been invested in Run Wales, Welsh Athletics' social running programme which aims to inspire and encourage adults in Wales to run. It has helped to set up more than 100 social running groups across Wales and supported 48 parkrun events. It has also provided race entries and training support for more than 1,000 first time runners from diverse groups thanks to initiatives like the ABW 500 and R4W 100 Clubs. More recently the R4W Charitable Foundation has looked to drive an increase in running diversity and children's activity in Wales. It's provided funding into the Daily Mile, a scheme which looks to improve the physical, social and mental health and wellbeing of children. It encourages schools to get their pupils outside for 15 minutes each day to run, jog or walk a mile in the fresh air with their friends. Another initiative is Starting Blocs, a programme which introduces children to the world of athletics, allowing them to learn key movement skills through games that are designed to teach them the foundations of running, jumping and throwing. It is also continuing to help the Mwslima Running Club, a Cardiff based Muslim women's running club, through facilitating track sessions and enrolling members onto the Leadership in Running Fitness Course to ensure they're fully qualified and equipped with the knowledge they need to help the club, and its members, thrive.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Cardiff Half Marathon 2025: How to secure a spot
Runners can secure a spot in the 2025 Cardiff Half Marathon by supporting the Run 4 Wales (R4W) Charitable Foundation. The foundation, a not-for-profit social enterprise, invests its surpluses into grassroots sports and community projects. There are 50 spots available for those willing to raise £250 for the charity. Entry costs just £10, and participants will receive an exclusive team running vest if they raise £75 by August 8. Lowri Morgan, extreme endurance athlete, adventurer, and broadcaster, will lead the R4W Charitable Foundation running team. Ms Morgan, who is also on the charity's board of trustees, said: "The Run 4 Wales Charitable Foundation is extremely passionate about increasing participation and diversity in physical activity in Wales. "The charity has so far been able to invest £1 million into grassroots sport and community projects within Wales and our team of runners will help us achieve an even greater impact. "By joining our team at the Cardiff Half Marathon, you'll not only be achieving something incredible yourself, but by fundraising, you'll also be helping children, young people and adults across Wales take their first steps towards a more active and healthier life." (Image: Chris Fairweather/Huw Evans Agency) Since its inception in 2015, the foundation has supported various initiatives, including the Welsh Schools Athletics Association and the Daily Mile. It has also helped establish more than 100 social running groups across Wales and supported 48 parkrun events. To apply to run for the R4W Charitable Foundation team, to fundraise on your own place or to find out more visit the Cardiff Half Marathon website.
South Wales Argus
22-04-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Cardiff Half Marathon: 50 spots up for grabs for £10
The foundation, a not-for-profit social enterprise, invests its surpluses into grassroots sports and community projects. There are 50 spots available for those willing to raise £250 for the charity. Entry costs just £10, and participants will receive an exclusive team running vest if they raise £75 by August 8. Lowri Morgan, extreme endurance athlete, adventurer, and broadcaster, will lead the R4W Charitable Foundation running team. Ms Morgan, who is also on the charity's board of trustees, said: "The Run 4 Wales Charitable Foundation is extremely passionate about increasing participation and diversity in physical activity in Wales. "The charity has so far been able to invest £1 million into grassroots sport and community projects within Wales and our team of runners will help us achieve an even greater impact. "By joining our team at the Cardiff Half Marathon, you'll not only be achieving something incredible yourself, but by fundraising, you'll also be helping children, young people and adults across Wales take their first steps towards a more active and healthier life." (Image: Chris Fairweather/Huw Evans Agency) Since its inception in 2015, the foundation has supported various initiatives, including the Welsh Schools Athletics Association and the Daily Mile. It has also helped establish more than 100 social running groups across Wales and supported 48 parkrun events. To apply to run for the R4W Charitable Foundation team, to fundraise on your own place or to find out more visit the Cardiff Half Marathon website.
