Labour has suffered a historic defeat in Caerphilly, marking its first loss in this Welsh stronghold in over 100 years. The unexpected result reflects growing dissatisfaction among voters and shifting political dynamics in Wales. Analysts say the outcome could have major implications for Labour’s strategy ahead of upcoming local and national elections, signaling a potential change in voter priorities and party influence in the region.

First Defeat in Welsh Stronghold in Over a Century

The discovery of a large fossil in Wales, United Kingdom has helped scientists gain a better understanding of dinosaurs in the land of the dragon. The findings, published in the Proceedings of the Geologists’ Association, suggest that not only did dinosaurs once walk on Welsh lands, but they were actually a part of a complex ecological system.&nbsp;

<h2>Dinosaurs in the land of dragons</h2>

The study conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Bristol came after the discovery of what has been described as a “bone bed” which comprised remains of fish, sharks, marine reptiles and occasionally, dinosaurs.

The research provides insight into early Welsh dinosaurs which walked the Earth more than 200 million years ago.&nbsp;

The discovery of the so-called “bone bed” was made at Lavernock Point near the Welsh capital city of Cardiff. The site where the discovery was made is marked with cliffs of dark-coloured shales and limestones that document ancient shallow seas.&nbsp;

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Notably, until recently, there was little to no evidence that there were dinosaurs in Wales. The study suggests that the dinosaurs lived on a tropical lowland beside the sea and walked across the warm lowlands.

“The bone bed paints the picture of a tropical archipelago, which was subjected to frequent storms, that washed material from around the surrounding area, both in land and out at sea, into a tidal zone,” said a former student of Bristol MSc in Paleobiology Owain Evans, who led the study.&nbsp;

“This means that from just one fossil horizon, we can reconstruct a complex ecological system, with a diverse array of marine reptiles like ichthyosaurs, plesiosaurs and placodonts in the water, and dinosaurs on land,” Evans added.&nbsp;

<h2>About the fossils</h2>

The team of researchers had made two discoveries while conducting fieldwork at the Lavernock for their study, fossilised remains of a placodont osteoderm, and a single coelacanth gular bone.

However, Evans said local geologists have been collecting bones from the site since the 1870s and most of them can be found at the National Museum of Wales in Cardiff.&nbsp;

Cindy Howells, curator of Paleontology at the National Museum of Wales, confirmed that the collections from Lavernock date back to the 19th century, according to a statement by the university.&nbsp;

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She also noted that the “presence of dinosaur fossils at the site ensures that it remains one of the most significant localities for palaeontology in Wales.”&nbsp;

The supervisor of the study, Dr Chris Duffin, said that the remains of coelacanths and placodonts are relatively rare in the UK and how the findings help scientists understand the broader picture of what the Rhaetian period (208.5 million to 201.3 million years ago) would have looked like.&nbsp;

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The discovery of a large fossil in Wales, United Kingdom has helped scientists gain a better understanding of dinosaurs in the land of the dragon. The findings, published in the Proceedings of the Geologists’ Association, suggest that not only did dinosaurs once walk on Welsh lands, but they were actually a part of a complex ecological system.

The discovery of a large fossil in Wales, United Kingdom has helped scientists gain a better understanding of dinosaurs in the land of the dragon. The findings, published in the Proceedings of the Geologists’ Association, suggest that not only did dinosaurs once walk on Welsh lands, but they were actually a part of a complex ecological system. Dinosaurs in the land of dragons The study conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Bristol came after the discovery of what has been described as a “bone bed” which comprised remains of fish, sharks, marine reptiles and occasionally, dinosaurs. The research provides insight into early Welsh dinosaurs which walked the Earth more than 200 million years ago. The discovery of the so-called “bone bed” was made at Lavernock Point near the Welsh capital city of Cardiff. The site where the discovery was made is marked with cliffs of dark-coloured shales and limestones that document ancient shallow seas. Also Read | Rare crystals reveal when Earth first had fresh water, hinting at origin of life Notably, until recently, there was little to no evidence that there were dinosaurs in Wales. The study suggests that the dinosaurs lived on a tropical lowland beside the sea and walked across the warm lowlands. “The bone bed paints the picture of a tropical archipelago, which was subjected to frequent storms, that washed material from around the surrounding area, both in land and out at sea, into a tidal zone,” said a former student of Bristol MSc in Paleobiology Owain Evans, who led the study. “This means that from just one fossil horizon, we can reconstruct a complex ecological system, with a diverse array of marine reptiles like ichthyosaurs, plesiosaurs and placodonts in the water, and dinosaurs on land,” Evans added. About the fossils The team of researchers had made two discoveries while conducting fieldwork at the Lavernock for their study, fossilised remains of a placodont osteoderm, and a single coelacanth gular bone. However, Evans said local geologists have been collecting bones from the site since the 1870s and most of them can be found at the National Museum of Wales in Cardiff. Cindy Howells, curator of Paleontology at the National Museum of Wales, confirmed that the collections from Lavernock date back to the 19th century, according to a statement by the university. Also Read | Fatherhood linked to poorer heart health, young fathers at higher risk: Study She also noted that the “presence of dinosaur fossils at the site ensures that it remains one of the most significant localities for palaeontology in Wales.” The supervisor of the study, Dr Chris Duffin, said that the remains of coelacanths and placodonts are relatively rare in the UK and how the findings help scientists understand the broader picture of what the Rhaetian period (208.5 million to 201.3 million years ago) would have looked like. (With inputs from agencies)

Discovery of large fossil helps scientists uncover 200-million-year-old dinosaur ecosystem

Bardsey Island off the Welsh coast, also known popularly as Ynys Enlli, has become the first sanctuary in Europe to be awarded International Dark Sky Sanctuary certification. The award is extended to those sanctuaries that have an "exceptional or distinguished quality of starry nights."

Presently, the island has only two Permanent Residents, Mari Huws, 30, and her partner Emyr Owen, 36.

"We're chuffed -- it's momentous for the island," Huws said. The couple is super-excited with the recognition given to the island where they have been living for four years now.&nbsp;

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The award is a recognition to the island for being a perfect spot to stargaze as the skies get super-clear under ultra-low light pollution. The island now joins the list of 17 such spots which received the designation for their amazing stargazing experience.&nbsp;

Dark skies are usually situated in a very remote location and have a few nearby threats to the quality of its dark night skies.&nbsp;The sanctuary designation is given in a bid to increase the awareness of these fragile sites and promote their long-term conservation.

Caroline Jones, administrator for the Bardsey Island Trust said that the award has put "Ynys Enlli on the map." "Now the secret's out, people just want to know more."

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Now many stargazers are planning to flock to the tiny island with their telescopes.&nbsp;

The sheer darkness on the island, which is a perfect setting for any stargazer, comes as a mountain on the island serves as an effective barrier that blocks much of the light reaching the mainland.&nbsp;

The closest major light pollution comes from Dublin which is over 70 miles across the Irish Sea. As far as the history of the island is considered, the island is known to be of 20,000 saints.&nbsp;

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Celtic and Christian monasteries were established on the island in the sixth Century and as per the evidence, it was inhabited from as early as the Bronze age. The tiny island is today is a home to a small community who work the land and fish from the island.&nbsp; 
 
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Bardsey Island off the Welsh coast, also known popularly as Ynys Enlli, has become the first sanctuary in Europe to be awarded International Dark Sky Sanctuary certification.

Bardsey Island off the Welsh coast, also known popularly as Ynys Enlli, has become the first sanctuary in Europe to be awarded International Dark Sky Sanctuary certification. The award is extended to those sanctuaries that have an "exceptional or distinguished quality of starry nights." Presently, the island has only two Permanent Residents, Mari Huws, 30, and her partner Emyr Owen, 36. "We're chuffed -- it's momentous for the island," Huws said. The couple is super-excited with the recognition given to the island where they have been living for four years now. Also Read | US Senate clears bill to declassify all information on Covid-19 origin The award is a recognition to the island for being a perfect spot to stargaze as the skies get super-clear under ultra-low light pollution. The island now joins the list of 17 such spots which received the designation for their amazing stargazing experience. Dark skies are usually situated in a very remote location and have a few nearby threats to the quality of its dark night skies. The sanctuary designation is given in a bid to increase the awareness of these fragile sites and promote their long-term conservation. Caroline Jones, administrator for the Bardsey Island Trust said that the award has put "Ynys Enlli on the map." "Now the secret's out, people just want to know more." Also Read | An affordable Tesla? No details revealed by Elon Musk on investors' day Now many stargazers are planning to flock to the tiny island with their telescopes. The sheer darkness on the island, which is a perfect setting for any stargazer, comes as a mountain on the island serves as an effective barrier that blocks much of the light reaching the mainland. The closest major light pollution comes from Dublin which is over 70 miles across the Irish Sea. As far as the history of the island is considered, the island is known to be of 20,000 saints. Watch | Israeli Protesters Confront Benjamin Netanyahu's Wife Outside Tel Aviv Hair Salon Celtic and Christian monasteries were established on the island in the sixth Century and as per the evidence, it was inhabited from as early as the Bronze age. The tiny island is today is a home to a small community who work the land and fish from the island. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Welsh island 'Ynys Enlli' gets award for its ultra-low light pollution, a perfect setting for stargazers

As light pollution continues to increase around the world, the stars above the Welsh island remain a much as our ancestors would have seen them. The night skies above the Welsh Island are now recognised as some of the best in the world.

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A British man who was &quot;obsessed&quot; with Muslims was found guilty on Thursday of murder and attempted murder after deliberately <a href="http://www.wionews.com/videos/van-ploughs-in-to-crowd-outside-london-mosques-man-arrested-3838" target="_blank">driving into a group of people outside a London mosque</a>.

Jurors found Darren Osborne, 48, from the Welsh capital Cardiff, guilty of murdering 51-year-old Makram Ali and trying to kill others in the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/videos/van-hits-pedestrians-near-finsbury-park-mosque-in-london-1-dead-3841" target="_blank">Finsbury Park area of north London on June 19</a>, in a case that was prosecuted as an act of terrorism.

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Osborne drove into the group of people after growing angry at recent terror attacks and child sexual exploitation scandals involving gangs of mainly Muslim men, the trial has heard.&nbsp;

He is accused of deliberately driving a van at a group of Muslims who had been attending Ramadan prayers at local mosques.

Taking the stand at Woolwich Crown Court in southeast London, Osborne claimed he had plotted with two men called Terry Jones and Dave to &quot;plough through as many&quot; people as possible at a pro-Palestinian march.

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Jurors found Darren Osborne, 48, from the Welsh capital Cardiff, guilty of murdering 51-year-old Makram Ali and trying to kill others in the Finsbury Park area of north London on June 19, in a case that was prosecuted as an act of terrorism

A British man who was "obsessed" with Muslims was found guilty on Thursday of murder and attempted murder after deliberately driving into a group of people outside a London mosque. Jurors found Darren Osborne, 48, from the Welsh capital Cardiff, guilty of murdering 51-year-old Makram Ali and trying to kill others in the Finsbury Park area of north London on June 19, in a case that was prosecuted as an act of terrorism. Timeline: London terror attack unfolded in just a few minutes Osborne drove into the group of people after growing angry at recent terror attacks and child sexual exploitation scandals involving gangs of mainly Muslim men, the trial has heard. He is accused of deliberately driving a van at a group of Muslims who had been attending Ramadan prayers at local mosques. Taking the stand at Woolwich Crown Court in southeast London, Osborne claimed he had plotted with two men called Terry Jones and Dave to "plough through as many" people as possible at a pro-Palestinian march.

Man found guilty in London mosque terror attack

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