The real fallout after the ousting of Labour from a super safe seat in Wales

The former leader of Reform UK in Wales has admitted to accepting bribes linked to pro-Russian activities. The politician is set to be sentenced on Friday, following revelations from WhatsApp messages that exposed the bribery scheme.

New ice warnings have been issued across Scotland, England, and Wales for Friday, with the coldest night of the week anticipated on Thursday. Authorities are urging residents to exercise caution due to the expected hazardous conditions.

A report from the Covid inquiry has found that the early response to the pandemic in Wales was inadequate. The inquiry assessed the actions taken by all four governments in the UK, highlighting the challenges faced during the initial stages of the health crisis.

The FIFA World Cup playoff draw featured a lively event with notable figures and a variety of visual elements. Melanie Winiger hosted the draw, which included FIFA legends and a showcase of the tournament's history. Ireland and Wales are strategizing their paths as they prepare for the playoffs, with Wales set to host Bosnia-Herzegovina and Northern Ireland traveling to Italy.

Labour has implemented significant changes to the UK's immigration rules within just four days, extending the period for asylum seekers to gain settled status from five to ten years. However, the details of these changes suggest a much stricter approach, raising concerns among various stakeholders about the implications for asylum seekers and their families.

The UK government has stated it will take the necessary time to finalize new rules regarding access to single-sex spaces, following concerns raised by a leaked guidance from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). The guidance, submitted in September, outlines how public bodies and service providers should respond to a recent supreme court ruling on biological sex. The EHRC's outgoing chair has urged for prompt approval of the guidance by the equalities minister.

Wales and Northern Ireland will compete for a place in the 2026 World Cup following the playoff draw. Wales will face Bosnia & Herzegovina at home, while Northern Ireland will travel to Italy for their semi-final. If both teams win their matches, they could meet in Cardiff for a chance to qualify for the finals. Wales recently achieved a significant victory against North Macedonia, boosting their confidence ahead of the playoffs.

Wales will host Bosnia-Herzegovina and Northern Ireland will travel to Italy in the semi-finals of the World Cup play-offs. This draw sets the stage for both teams to compete for a place in the 2026 World Cup.