Côr Meibion Bro Aled is celebrating 50 years since it was founded, with members crediting the friendship and brotherhood the choir offers. A sold-out anniversary concert is being held in Llansannan, Sir Conwy, and the choir is preparing to sing before a Wales v New Zealand rugby match at the Principality Stadium.
Welsh singer Jamie Miller has become the first Welsh artist in 15 years to top the UK singles chart, with his viral hit Babydoll. The track grew after a TikTok dance trend and a boost from actress Jennifer Love Hewitt, and Miller said it was the biggest moment of his life.
The musical Matilda, which began as a Christmas production in Stratford-upon-Avon, is marking 15 years in London's West End. It has been seen by more than 12 million people worldwide and has won more than 100 international awards.
Libraries NI data shows which books Northern Ireland readers borrowed most over the past year, with thrillers, self-help titles and Harry Potter proving especially popular. Audiobooks outpaced physical loans, and young readers continued to enjoy classic series and stories.
