Wet Leg surprise fans with secret set before headlining the Mountain Stage

at Green Man 2025 saw Wet Leg headline the Mountain Stage, a full circle moment since  the band’s 2021 Green Man debut on the Far Out stage – a testament to Green Man’s dedication to supporting new talent. Hot off the heels of their acclaimed album Moisturizer, the deadpan indie innovators brought their signature blend of sharp lyricism, offbeat charm, […]

Green Man 2025: Day One Opens with a Bang

Green Man threw open its gates today, welcoming 25,000 music lovers to the Black Mountains for a sold-out 2025 edition, tickets gone in just 60 minutes before a single act was announced. The magic? A stunning Bannau Brycheiniog setting, an independent spirit, and a line-up that blends world-class music, arts, science, and culture. The Mountain […]

PokeCon Day returns to The Red Dragon Centre for the Bank Holiday

Pokémon fans, get ready — PokeCon Day is back at The Red Dragon Centre this Monday 25 August, promising a day packed with collectibles, creativity, and family fun. Running from 11am to 5pm, the event will once again be headlined by VendiBoyz, Cardiff’s go-to hub for Pokémon merchandise, trading cards, and must-have collectibles. They’ll be joined by a host of […]

NEW ROCK FESTIVAL ANNOUNCED FOR CARDIFF CASTLE

Global rock heavyweights, Alter Bridge will host their debut Blackbird Festival at A brand new rock festival is landing in the heart of Wales – and it’s set to make some serious noise. On Saturday 27th June, 2026, the grounds of Cardiff Castle will be shaken to their foundations as ALTER BRIDGE’s inaugural BLACKBIRD FESTIVAL bursts onto the scene with a monumental lineup the global […]

Chateauesque Celebrates 3rd Birthday with a Summer Party to Remember

Cardiff’s clubbers are in for a treat as Chateauesque marks its third birthday with an all-day celebration at Lo Lounge in Cardiff Bay collaborating with some of the best nights in the city. Taking place from 3pm to midnight (and possibly beyond), the event promises a sun-soaked start on the venue’s open terrace, then moving to the […]

The Growing Influence of US Tech 100 on Global Markets

The US Tech 100 index, a benchmark tracking the performance of major technology companieslisted on the NASDAQ, has become more than just a gauge for Silicon Valley. It’s now a barometerfor investor sentiment, innovation cycles, and even geopolitical reactions to emerging techregulations. Over the past decade, and especially in the last few years, its role has expanded from a domestic tech index to a globally watched economic signal. In this article, we explore the structuralweight of the US Tech 100 and why its movements now influence broader market behavior far beyond U.S. borders. A Global Index in Disguise While the US Tech 100 (often identified with household names like Apple, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Meta) reflects American technological might, the reach of these companies is fundamentallyglobal. Revenue streams come from every continent, supply chains are deeply interconnected withAsia and Europe, and the regulatory frameworks affecting them span from Brussels to Beijing. When the US Tech 100 gains, it often signals risk-on behavior among global investors. Conversely, sharp pullbacks may ignite a chain reaction in Asian and European exchanges. Investors worldwide treat this index not only as a tool to measure American innovation but also as a proxy for global tech demand. A rally in the US Tech 100 tends to support related industries—semiconductors in Taiwan, software firms in Germany, or manufacturing suppliers in South Korea—demonstrating the real economic web that links the digital world to physical economies. The Tech-Central Bank Feedback Loop The index’s relationship with central banks has grown increasingly complex. Because tech stocksare highly sensitive to interest rates and inflation, movements in the US Tech 100 are oftenimmediate reactions to Federal Reserve announcements. But the reverse is also true: central bankssometimes consider tech valuations as indirect signals of whether financial conditions are too tight or too loose. As the Fed began raising rates to curb inflation, tech valuations tumbled. Yet each dip became a site of debate: is this correction healthy, or does it signal deflationary pressure on future growth sectors? The tech sector’s tight entanglement with credit cycles makes the US Tech 100 […]

Hang Fire BBQ and Street Food Circus Launch Exciting New Food Festival

The new event combines Folklore, Feasting and fire  on the autumn equinox in Caldicot Castle Welsh BBQ stars Sam & Shauna are teaming up with Street Food Circus to launch Mabon, a new annual fire cooking festival which celebrates the feasting, fire and folklore associated with the autumn equinox in September. Mabon will be a […]

The Ivy Asia Launches Limited-Time Results Day Celebration Menu

The Ivy Asia in Cardiff is marking the end of exam season with a bold new offer that’s perfect for celebrating results in style. From 11th to 22nd August, guests can enjoy a specially curated Results Day Menu, offering a taste of Ivy Asia’s signature glamour alongside some of their standout pan-Asian dishes. Whether you’re toasting your […]

New Concrete Skatepark Opens in Pentwyn

East Cardiff is now home to a brand new skatepark as a major new facility officially opened in Pentwyn this weekend. Located next to Pentwyn Leisure Centre, the newly built concrete park replaces the former site that had served local skaters for years. This is the third purpose-built concrete skatepark in Cardiff and is part of the city’s wider Skateboard […]

Cosy Cinema to Launch New Site at St Mellons Country Club

Cosy Cinema, the South Wales based business that captured hearts during lockdown and secured investment on BBC’s Dragons’ Den, with two dragons is expanding once again – this time to the outskirts of Cardiff. The innovative outdoor private cinema company will soon launch a brand-new site at St Mellons Country Club, with an official opening […]