culture
The fabric that brings it all together is Culture revolving around movies, TV, books, and politics. They do, we write.
A brief history of Welsh Grand National from Trelai to Chepstow
Living about half way between Wales’ two main cities as a child I knew very little about the history of either Swansea or Cardiff and it wasn’t until I moved to the Welsh capital from Hong Kong with my own family that I began to get to know it. Funny how taking the youngest child to football training teaches you much of what you need to know about the place you live.
By Steve Harrison2 years ago in Unbalanced
Jake Paul and Logan Paul Just Shook the Internet
The internet just lost its mind again. Jake Paul and Logan Paul, the brothers who turned YouTube antics into million-dollar combat sports careers, dropped a cryptic bombshell on social media. A head-to-head face-off. The HBO Max logo. A date that’s closing in fast. No context, no details, just a bold promise—the moment you’ve waited a decade for.
By Ojo2 years ago in Unbalanced
Jannik Sinner Claims Second Australian Open Title, Continues Dominant Run
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner claimed his second consecutive Australian Open title on Sunday, defeating Germany's Alexander Zverev in straight sets, 6-3, 7-6 (4), 6-3. At just 23 years old, Sinner is cementing his place among the best in the sport with his consistent performances and impressive results. The victory not only earned him $2.2 million in prize money but also marked another chapter in his already remarkable career.
By Jayu2 years ago in Unbalanced
24 Hours of Daytona: Live Updates, Highlights, and How to Watch the Rolex 24
The Rolex 24 at Daytona is in full swing, captivating motorsport fans worldwide. Known as one of the most prestigious endurance races, this 24-hour spectacle at the Daytona International Speedway tests the limits of drivers, machines, and strategies. The event, part of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, is a showcase of speed, stamina, and teamwork.
By Jayu2 years ago in Unbalanced
It's the Mid section where Woosie passed his driving test
When planning a golfing itinerary in Mid Wales it would be foolish to not heed the lessons of probably Wales’ greatest golfing protagonist and our only Major champion… the legend that is “Woosie”, who was born in Oswestry in March 1958.
By Steve Harrison2 years ago in Unbalanced
Rugby special
Somebody once described 80 minutes of rugby league as the equivalent of running a half marathon while being run over by a truck 10 times. It’s an uncompromisingly physical sport, full of juddering full-body collisions and the kind of tackles that would earn you an assault charge anywhere off the field of play.
By Andy Potts2 years ago in Unbalanced
Heading West look out for vampires in the sand hazards
Not the reason why it featured in my “six of the best” courses in West Wales but nevertheless an interesting tidbit about Ashburnham Golf Club is that two of Scotland’s finest golfing sons have pretty fond memories of the Burry Port links, having both started their professional careers with victories there… and just seven years apart.
By Steve Harrison2 years ago in Unbalanced
Will Britt Baker’s Exit Hurt AEW’s Women’s Division
Britt Baker is one of AEW’s top female wrestlers. She’s been a prominent part of the company since its launch in 2019 and is considered the face of the women’s division. The former AEW Women’s Champion has achieved many milestones, yet a series of injuries sidelined her.
By Carol Cassada2 years ago in Unbalanced
The Extraordinary Career of P.K. Subban
In an earlier story, I wrote about Willie O'Ree, who broke the NHL's color barrier back in 1958, when he debuted for the Boston Bruins. O'Ree's influence led to a plethora of Black players making their mark in the NHL in the decades that passed. Notable Black players include Grant Fuhr, who was in net during the Edmonton Oilers' monstrous dynasty in the 1980s, Jarome Iginla, who set all sorts of high numbers in his amazing career, and the subject of this story, P.K. Subban, one of the best defensemen in the league during his career.
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Unbalanced
Down South it's not hard to find some great golfing options
Being a lad from South Wales I’m well aware of the wonderful courses on my doorstep but my great regret is that I haven’t played many of them, although I have walked beside the fairways of a great many more.
By Steve Harrison2 years ago in Unbalanced
Six of the best North Wales golf courses, but who's counting?
North Wales’ golf courses boast some of the most spectacular scenery you’ll find anywhere in the United Kingdom and thousands of people flock to the coastal resorts of Rhyl, Prestatyn and Llandudno every year.
By Steve Harrison2 years ago in Unbalanced
The Sad Golden Rule in Sports: White Can, BIPOC Can't
The continuous racial double standard in sports continues to rear its ugly head, and it's hit this year's Winter Olympics. I'm familiar to how harshly athletes of color are treated in comparison to white athletes. I've seen it in football constantly. Players such as Terrell Owens, Keyshawn Johnson, Chad Johnson, and many other Black players get lambasted for having a personality, for their celebrations, but it's OK if White athletes do it. I've seen Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski act up numerous times during games, but with White athletes, "They're passionate about the game." But when it comes to POC athletes, that's when the negative connotations come in:
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Unbalanced
