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Society and Culture
All about Wales

Our guide to the people, politics, geography and places of interest in Wales.

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History of Wales

Origins of the country, people, the Welsh flag and language.

Politics

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Welsh politics

Get the latest news, views and analysis from around Wales.

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 North West

Harold Lowe of The Titanic
Public life

Meet heroes and historic figures raised in the region.

 Mid Wales

Highwayman
Stand and Deliver

More about the Aber poet best known for his ballad The Highwayman.

 South West

head and shoulders of Connie
Sound of Music

Connie Fisher is in the stage show, opening in Cardiff 2009.

Religion

Church
Faiths of Wales

From pre-Christian times to today's multicultural society in Wales.

 North East

Ian Puleston-Davies
Famous faces

Hardman actor Ian Puleston-Davies is one of many with local ties.

 South East

Ruth Jones as Nessa
What's occurring?

Comedian Ruth Jones is now a big star thanks to Gavin and Stacey.

Elsewhere on the BBC
Your Voice
Speaking out

Opinions, pictures, voices, films and views from around Wales.

Voices
The way we speak

'Daps' or 'pumps'? 'Mitch' or 'skive'? What's your local lingo?

House sold sign

New to Wales?
Essential information and help pronouncing those tricky words. More...

Around Wales

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 North West

Action Aid workers
Volunteering

Broaden your horizons and give someone a helping hand.

 Mid Wales

Roy Hargroves
Brecon Jazz

Photos of the great and the good at Brecon Jazz this year.

 South West

Image shows the Polish city of Gdansk
East meets West

Food and footie were key to a local celebration of Welsh and Polish cultures.

 North East

Ffion
Unsung heroes

Volunteers share their experiences and reveal the rewards.

 South East

Only Men Aloud!
Review of the Year

Our pick of the top stories and personalities of 2008.

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