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Western Telegraph
4 days ago
- Western Telegraph
Biker caught speeding at 101mph on narrow country road
Adam Knock, 36, pleaded guilty to committing the offence on the A4042 at Llanover near Abergavenny last month on Sunday, April 6. He was riding a Yamaha MT-09 motorcycle, Newport Magistrates' Court was told. The defendant, of Llanelly, Monmouthshire avoided a driving ban due to 'the impact on his business and especially an employee who relies on his wage'. Knock had his driving record endorsed with six penalty points. He was also fined £135 and ordered to pay £200 costs.
South Wales Argus
4 days ago
- South Wales Argus
Abergavenny: Biker caught speeding at 101mph on country road
Adam Knock, 36, pleaded guilty to committing the offence on the A4042 at Llanover near Abergavenny last month on Sunday, April 6. He was riding a Yamaha MT-09 motorcycle, Newport Magistrates' Court was told. The defendant, of Llanelly, Monmouthshire avoided a driving ban due to 'the impact on his business and especially an employee who relies on his wage'. Knock had his driving record endorsed with six penalty points. He was also fined £135 and ordered to pay £200 costs.
Wales Online
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
All the Welsh acts who have performed at the Eurovision Song Contest
All the Welsh acts who have performed at the Eurovision Song Contest Several Welsh performers have taken to the Eurovision stage - but who were they, what did they sing and where did they place, if at all? Welsh legend Bonnie Tyler even took the stage for the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest. (Image: Richard Swingler ) Across the nation, folks are eagerly preparing for the Eurovision Song Contest as the grand final is looming. Although, there are people across Wales wondering, why can't we compete separately to the UK? Well, in January of this year, MSs discussed a petition that was created by calling for Wales to compete in the competition. Bakel Walden, from the EBU, wrote: "As the BBC continues to participate, and remains the rights holder in the United Kingdom, this means an entry from the individual nations of the UK is therefore not possible at the Eurovision Song Contest." This is because only one broadcaster in the UK is allowed broadcasting rights and as it stands that is the BBC. In the case of Junior Eurovision in 2018 and 2019, the BBC didn't want the rights and instead S4C took the job, meaning Wales was able to complete singlehandedly with Welsh language songs. That being said, despite not competing as Wales, plenty of Welsh people have competed in the competition. Let's take a look? For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Mary Hopkin (1970) Place: 7th. Article continues below The first Welsh performer at Eurovision was Mary, who represented the UK in 1970 with her song Knock, Knock Who's There. Born in Pontardawe, Mary is now 75 years old. She continues to create music and released her latest album, Two Hearts with her daughter in May 2023. Nicky Stevens (1976) Place: 1st. In 1976, Nicky brought the Eurovision title home as part of the group Brotherhood of Man. The band scored their first hit in 1974 and entered Eurovision two years later with the song Save Your Kisses For Me. In 2022, Brotherhood of Man - which also includes Martin Lee, Lee Sheriden and Sandra Stevens - announced their retirement from touring. Emma Louise Booth (1990) Place: 6th. Bridgend's own Emma Louise Booth holds the record as the youngest person to represent the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1990, when she was just 15. Now 50 and residing in Seattle with her family, Emma secured a respectable sixth place with her song Give a Little Love Back to the World. Jessica Garlick(2002) Place: 3rd In 2002, Jessica Garlick brought the UK its highest score of the noughties with her song Come Back, finishing third. Born in Derbyshire and educated at Glan-y-Mor Comprehensive School in Burry Port, Jessica had previously showcased her talent on ITV's Pop Idol. James Fox (2004) Place:16th Cardiff's James Fox didn't fare as well when he represented the UK at the 2004 Eurovision contest. His song Hold Onto Our Love landed him in 16th place. Now 49, James has since moved into musical theatre and penned the Cardiff City's FA Cup Final song Bluebirds Flying High in 2008. Bonnie Tyler (2013) Place: 19th Neath's Bonnie Tyler was the UK's hopeful in 2013, but despite her fame, she finished in 19th place with her song Believe in Me. Most people will recall Bonnie, now aged 73, for her hit songs Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out For A Hero. Her work has garnered her three Grammy Award nominations and three Brit Award nominations, among other honours. Joe and Jake (2016) Place: 24th Joe and Jake are a British duo which includes Joe Woolford and Jake Shakeshaft. They performed in Stockholm's Eurovision Song Contest 2016 with the song You're Not Alone, and unfortunately finished in 24th place. Although Jake was born in Stoke on Trent, Joe is very much a Welsh boy who was born and raised in Ruthin in North Wales. The pair met whilst competing in the Voice UK in 2015. Lucie Jones (2017) Position: 15th The most recent Welsh Eurovision star is West End sensation Lucie Jones, who represented the UK at the contest in 2017. She ultimately secured 15th place with her song Never Give Up on You. Lucie gained fame while participating in the sixth series of The X Factor in 2009 where she finished in eighth place. She has also performed as Fantine in the West End production of Les Miserables and has more recently announced she will be performing at this year's Glastonbury. Article continues below This year's Eurovision Song Contest will be available to watch on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from 8pm on Saturday, May 17.
Scottish Sun
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Angler catches world's biggest carp weighing almost EIGHT STONE and is left ‘in total disbelief'
Protocol was followed after the monster catch REEL IT IN Angler catches world's biggest carp weighing almost EIGHT STONE and is left 'in total disbelief' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN ANGLER was left in "total disbelief" after he caught the world's biggest carp. The massive fish weighed an astonishing EIGHT STONE and was reeled in by Brit David Knock. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Angler David Knock caught a monster carp in Hungary Credit: Facebook / David Knock 3 The fish weighed a monstrous EIGHT STONE Credit: Facebook / David Knock / Euro-Aqua Knock was fishing in Euro Aqua in Hungary when he pulled off the monstrous catch. The fishing club is located on Lake Balaton near Nemesvita and is renowned for its big fish. Knock arrived with the aim of beating his previous record of a 56lb fish that he caught at Brittany Mills in France. He was left shocked when he managed to reel in the 105.4lb carp. READ MORE IN SPORT OFFICIAL TALK PSG vs Arsenal ref served 6-month ban for match-fixing after accepting bribe A post about the catch was shared on Facebook, which Knock reacted to. He wrote: "It really was a dream come true, best moment in all my many years fishing." The giant fish came after he had already managed to catch an 80lb carp during the trip with his pal Russ Bryant. Speaking to the Angling Times, he said: "The trip was planned 18 months previously and I had been excited to visit the venue. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS "There's really nowhere else that compares when it comes to big carp fishing. "The anticipation that the next fish to take your bait could be over 100lb is hard to explain." Question of Sport's Phil Tufnell backs new wellbeing campaign to get people fishing 3 Knock admitted to being in 'disbelief' after catching it Credit: Facebook / David Knock / Euro-Aqua Knock also admitted that he had a "meltdown" when he realised the size of the carp. He was also left in "total disbelief" that he had caught it and that he had set a record. He added: "It was absolutely massive, and I just went into meltdown. "I'm so glad Russ was on hand to keep me composed. "'It won't go in the net,' were the words I heard Russ mutter, but thankfully, we managed to shuffle it in. "As per protocol, we called the owner, and thankfully, they came round quickly to help with the weighing. "By this point, I was in complete shock, with everything that followed becoming a bit of a blur. "We weighed the fish, and read out 47.8kg, exclaiming it was a record. I was in total disbelief that I'd actually caught it." Knock was sent many congratulatory messages on the catch as it was released back into the water. The average common carp usually weighs between 0.5 stone and 4.5 stone and can measure between 40 and 80cm.
The Irish Sun
07-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Angler catches world's biggest carp weighing almost EIGHT STONE and is left ‘in total disbelief'
AN ANGLER was left in "total disbelief" after he caught the world's biggest carp. The massive fish weighed an astonishing EIGHT STONE and was reeled in by Brit David Knock. 3 Angler David Knock caught a monster carp in Hungary Credit: Facebook / David Knock 3 The fish weighed a monstrous EIGHT STONE Credit: Facebook / David Knock / Euro-Aqua Knock was fishing in Euro Aqua in Hungary when he pulled off the The fishing club is located on Lake Balaton near Nemesvita and is renowned for its big fish. Knock arrived with the aim of beating his previous record of a 56lb fish that he caught at Brittany Mills in France. He was left shocked when he managed to reel in the 105.4lb carp. READ MORE IN SPORT A post about the catch was shared on Facebook, which Knock reacted to. He wrote: "It really was a dream come true, best moment in all my many years fishing." The giant fish came after he had already managed to catch an 80lb carp during the trip with his pal Russ Bryant. Speaking to the The trip was planned 18 months previously and I had been excited to visit the venue . Most read in Other Sports CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS " There's really nowhere else that compares when it comes to big carp fishing . " The anticipation that the next fish to take your bait could be over 100lb is hard to explain ." Question of Sport's Phil Tufnell backs new wellbeing campaign to get people fishing 3 Knock admitted to being in 'disbelief' after catching it Credit: Facebook / David Knock / Euro-Aqua Knock also admitted that he had a "meltdown" when he realised the size of the carp. He was also left in "total disbelief" that he had caught it and that he had set a record. He added: "It was absolutely massive, and I just went into meltdown. "I'm so glad Russ was on hand to keep me composed. "'It won't go in the net,' were the words I heard Russ mutter, but thankfully, we managed to shuffle it in. "As per protocol, we called the owner, and thankfully, they came round quickly to help with the weighing. "By this point, I was in complete shock, with everything that followed becoming a bit of a blur. "We weighed the fish, and read out 47.8kg, exclaiming it was a record. I was in total disbelief that I'd actually caught it." Knock was sent many congratulatory messages on the catch as it was released back into the water. The average common carp usually weighs between 0.5 stone and 4.5 stone and can measure between 40 and 80cm.
