All the latest updates from Wales and the rest of the world
Welcome to WalesOnline’s live blog on Monday, September 16th, where we will be bringing you the most recent news from Wales and beyond. Whether you’re at home, work, or on the move, we’ve got you covered with the latest traffic and travel updates and major news stories from the UK and overseas. Feel free to join the discussion by commenting below or tweeting us @WalesOnline.
Today’s Weather Forecast
Today’s weather forecast from the Met Office predicts a misty morning with low cloud and patchy drizzle around the Gower Peninsula initially. However, the day will see plenty of sunny spells with temperatures reaching a maximum of 20°C. Tonight, it will be dry and settled with cloud thickening in the north and clear skies in the south, leading to chilly temperatures of minimum 8°C.
In the headlines
– Mums urged to come forward as remains of 800 children found in an Irish institution.
– Coronation Street, Brookside, and Carry On star, Kenneth Cope, passes away.
– UK study shows cutting out one type of food can reduce diabetes risk by 18%.
– FBI states that the shooting incident involving Donald Trump was an assassination attempt.
– Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to decide eligibility for £300 Winter Fuel Payment starting today.
– The man spearheading the reform of Wales’ 20mph law discusses the next steps.
– Images reveal planned £100m tram route through Cardiff.
– Eamonn Holmes’ girlfriend, Katie Alexander, and how they met.
Top Stories
– Important M4 road closures to be aware of.
– Woman wakes from coma unable to walk after what she thought was a hangover.
– Strictly Come Dancing’s Amy Dowden’s surprise for new dance partner.
– Teenager sexually assaulted near a hospital.
– Teenager becomes youngest to swim the Bristol Channel and plays rugby the next morning.
– Huw Edwards to return to court following child indecency charges.
– Parts of Wales where pensioners are likely to miss out on Winter Fuel Payments.
The Met Office has issued weather warnings for certain parts of Wales, forecasting widespread mist and patchy fog overnight, along with rain in central and southern regions. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the day on WalesOnline.