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South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Cwmcarn Forest Drive set for major upgrade with new plans
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) and Caerphilly County Borough Council (CCBC) are seeking proposals to boost the area's recreational appeal. The popular spot currently boasts a picturesque drive, a visitor centre, lodges, play areas and camping facilities. The new plans, part of a collaboration announced in July 2024, intend to bring in a commercial developer to operate, fund, and construct more recreational facilities on the site. Steve Morgan, head of South East Wales Operations for NRW, said: "This is a really exciting opportunity for us to collaborate with CCBC and the private sector, to help build on and enhance the existing recreational features and shape the next chapter of Cwmcarn Forest Drive. "We know how important and well-loved Cwmcarn is to visitors and the local community, who have been fundamental in helping to shape the drive into what we see today." Global real estate advisor Avison Young has been tasked with marketing the opportunity and is now seeking proposals from interested parties. These proposals will need to be submitted via the Sell2Wales portal by midday on August 29. Applicants should demonstrate how their ideas will benefit the community and environment in the long term. Councillor Jamie Pritchard, deputy leader of CCBC, said: "This site offers a unique and exciting opportunity to create a landmark visitor destination for South Wales that will also attract people from across the UK. "With tourism in the region already generating over £134 million annually, this site is perfectly positioned for growth "We want to continue to transform Cwmcarn into a premier recreational hub, enhancing its appeal while driving further economic benefits for the area." The collaboration builds on CCBC's 2022 proposals which formed part of their UK Government 'Levelling Up' fund application.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cardi B fires back at 'haters' and confirms why WAP is on new album
Cardi B has defended the decision to include WAP and Up on her new album years after they came out. The 32-year-old rapper has is releasing her upcoming record Am I The Drama? on September 19, and she has prompted some backlash that her two singles - which first dropped in 2020 and 2021 respectively - will be part of the new collection, which marks her first LP since 2018 debut Invasion of Privacy. However, she fired back on X: "This will be the last and only time I'm gonna address this.. "WAP and Up are two of my biggest songs, my fans have been asking me to put them on an album, and people search for them on IOP all the time… they deserve a home.. (sic)" Cardi insisted she caved to "haters" at the time by not putting her X-rated single WAP forward for a Grammy Award, but now she's thinking of her fans. She continued: "I let haters make me not submit WAP for the Grammy's and at this point I'm giving my fans what they want! "These two songs don't even count for first week sales so what are yall even crying about??? "Do ya say anything when all these artist pull out all their little tricks and ponies to sell out??? Exactly… "Now let them eat cake. Go cry about it!!! (sic)" After warning she will "give them hell" on the new album, Cardi unveiled the title and release date for her next studio effort earlier this week. The Bodak Yellow rapper cautioned those who have done her wrong that she is their "tyrant", ahead of what looks set to be an explosive record. Cardi said in a voiceover shared on Instagram: 'Seven years and the time has come. Seven years of love, life and loss. Seven years I gave them grace, but now, I give them hell. "I learned power is not given, it's taken. I'm shedding feathers and no more tears. I'm not back, I'm beyond. I'm not your villain, I'm your tyrant. The time is here. The time is now."
New York Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Don't let this early Prime Day deal float away: The LEGO ‘Up' set is 42% off
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It's almost July, so you might be wondering, When is Prime Day 2025? Well, for starters, it's sooner than you might think. The first-ever four-day Prime Day begins on July 8 and ends on July 11; however, great deals are already available to shop on Amazon right now. Looking for a fun weekend activity to beat the heat (or the rain) and save a few bucks while you're at it? As a LEGO builder myself, there's nothing I love more than putting a movie on and spending an afternoon with a brand new set. Advertisement Right now, with an Amazon Prime membership, you can shop one of the best early Prime Day LEGO deals we've found so far and have it on your doorstep tomorrow. Right now, the LEGO recreation of the house from Disney and Pixar's 'Up' is 42% off — a.k.a. the lowest price we've seen on this set since Amazon's Big Spring Sale in March. The set, which measures over 10.5 inches tall when built, includes the colorful bouquet of balloons that allows the house to take flight during the film, and you aren't just building the exterior, but detailed interior rooms that include easter eggs related to the film. So fire up Disney+, press play on 'Up,' and get to building! Relive a beloved adventure with the LEGO Disney and Pixar 'Up' House, a 598-piece building set featuring Carl, Russell, and Dug minifigures. This colorful model includes the iconic balloon-lifted house with detailed interiors, such as Carl's living room and porch, plus a chimney packed with vibrant balloon elements. Perfect for Disney fans aged 9 and up, it's a charming display piece and a fun, nostalgic build. For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America's go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting, and now, insightful shopping guidance. We're not just thorough reporters – we sift through mountains of information, test and compare products, and consult experts on any topics we aren't already schooled specialists in to deliver useful, realistic product recommendations based on our extensive and hands-on analysis. Here at The Post, we're known for being brutally honest – we clearly label partnership content, and whether we receive anything from affiliate links, so you always know where we stand. We routinely update content to reflect current research and expert advice, provide context (and wit) and ensure our links work. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change. Looking for a headline-worthy haul? Keep shopping Post Wanted.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cardi B Explains Her Decision to Include ‘WAP' and ‘Up' on Her New Album, Years After Initial Release
Cardi B announced on Monday, June 23, that her long-awaited sophomore album, Am I the Drama?, will be released in early fall She later revealed that her hit singles 'WAP' and 'Up' will serve as the album's first singles The rapper released "WAP" in 2020, and "Up" the following yearCardi B is revealing what fans can expect from her sophomore album. On Wednesday, June 25, the rapper responded to speculation that two of her popular singles, 'WAP' and 'Up,' will be featured on the upcoming album, Am I the Drama?, which drops on Friday, Sept. 19. 'This will be the last and only time I'm gonna address this," the Grammy winner, 32, began in her message via X. "WAP and Up are two of my biggest songs, my fans have been asking me to put them on an album." She added that "people search" for the singles "all the time" on her debut album, Invasion of Privacy, which was released in 2018, adding, "They deserve a home." Cardi B continued, 'I let haters make me not submit WAP for the Grammy's and at this point I'm giving my fans what they want.' She pointed out that those songs will not contribute to the success of her upcoming album's first week sales, "so what are yall even crying about??? Do ya say anything when all these artist pull out all their little tricks and ponies to sell out??? Exactly….Now let them eat cake. Go cry about it!!!' she concluded. Fans were excited to learn that the two singles will be featured on the forthcoming album. However, a few also expressed their hope that she would include other singles like 2016's 'Finesse,' 2018 single 'Money,' 2019's 'Press,' as well as 'Bongos,' which was released in 2023, and "Enough," which debuted last year. 'WAP' is the rapper's first collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion. Their hit song made history as the first female rap collaboration to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. It then went on to spend four weeks at the top of the chart. Meanwhile, "Up" reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for a week. It also scored the rapper a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Performance at the 2022 Grammys. Along with 'WAP' and 'Up,' Cardi B released "Outside," her third single from Am I the Drama? on Friday, June 20, after debuting it at a Spotify event at Cannes Lions two days prior. She also celebrated the release with a video on Instagram Stories. "If y'all wouldn't have asked for it, I wouldn't have put it out," Cardi said in the video posted on Thursday, June 19. "I made this song a few months ago when I was very, very angry. I had to change some bars because I was angry, honey.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In March, she discussed the forthcoming album during a live X Spaces conversation and specifically addressed the "features" on her new music. 'The features on my album are really good,' she began, noting that she won't have "a lot of features." "I'm working with artists, some that I have worked [with] before and some that I haven't worked [with] before," she said. "And it's such a vibe," Cardi said. "I could tell you this – I'm 100 percent confident with this album. I just don't think what I got is out there." Read the original article on People
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cardi B slams haters about adding 'WAP' and 'Up' in the album; explains why she came to a decision
Cardi B 's upcoming album's title 'Am I the Drama?' recently became the truth when the netizens were outraged about her decision to include her previous hit songs 'WAP' and ' Up ' in the album, calling it embarrassing for the numbers. However, the rapper has now clapped back and explained about the thoughtful (and soulful) decision. Cardi B claps back... In an X post, the 32-year-old said, 'This will be the last and only time I'm gonna address this.. WAP and Up are two of my biggest songs, my fans have been asking me to put them on an album, and people search for them on IOP all the time…' She further added, 'they deserve a home.. I let haters make me not submit WAP for the Grammy's and at this point I'm giving my fans what they want!' Concluding the tweet, she suggested the haters to cry about it, 'These two songs don't even count for first week sales so what are yall even crying about??? Do ya say anything when all these artist pull out all their little tricks and ponies to sell out??? Exactly….Now let them eat cake. Go cry about it!!! The fans were excited about 'WAP and 'Up' being included in the album; however, they also demanded that other singles, including 'Money,' 'Press,' and 'Finesse,' should also be included in the album, along with 'Bongos' and 'Enough.' How did the netizens react previously? When the 23-track album was announced, the netizens were raising eyebrows. One user wrote, 'y'all are gonna be mad at me but cardi adding the singles WAP and UP which are five years old proves she's chart obsessed' Another user said, 'cardi b putting wap in her new album is so funny like get those numbers girl.' A third user added, 'So Cardi adding WAP and Up to the album. No shade girl get them accolades but WAP is from 2020…'
