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Autism Therapy Uses Horses To Calm Child
Adrienne was diagnosed with autism at age four and had low core strength and fine motor skills. She was not verbal and recommended therapy with horses. Her family was skeptical but found the experience magical, with Adrienne seeming meant to be there.
BBC World Service
Big Ben Clock Mechanism To Be Replaced
The BBC falsely reported in 1980 that London's Big Ben would have its mechanical workings replaced with electronics. The decision was reportedly made by authorities. The iconic clockwork mechanism of Big Ben is slated for replacement with electronic components.
Business FM Russia
Voyage Air Flight Experiences Turbulence Over UK
A Voyage Air flight encountered turbulence while flying over the United Kingdom. The flight was en route from London to New York.
CNR Voice of China
Voyage Air Flight Experiences Turbulence Over UK
An Airbus A350-1000 aircraft operated by Voyage Air encountered turbulence while climbing between flight levels 330 and 360. The incident occurred in the vicinity of Portsmouth, UK.
Mastodon
UK Labour Faces Lowest Seat Share Since 1900s
The Labour party may record its lowest share of seats since the early 1900s. It might lose control of the Welsh legislature for the first time since its formation in 1999. The left-wing pro-independence Plaid Cymru is vying with Reform UK for first place in Wales.
Bloomberg Radio
Zeppelin Raid on York Recalled
On the night of May 2, 1916, York experienced a Zeppelin raid. A German Zeppelin's shadow was observed around 10:30 p.m., bringing the terror of modern warfare.
Bluesky Social
London Police Incident Closes Brixton Road
A police incident is ongoing in London at Brixton, causing a road closure. The nature of the incident and any potential impact on traffic are currently unclear.
talkRADIO
Pro-Iran Hackers Demand Ransom For Ubuntu Domain
Hackers identifying as pro-Iran have demanded a ransom for the Ubuntu domain. The demand was made following a cyber incident targeting the domain. The specific amount of ransom and the Ubuntu organization's response were not disclosed.
Iran International
IRGC Operations Extend Beyond Anti-Semitic Framework
The IRGC's operations are not confined to an anti-Semitic framework. Their 'wet work' in Western countries differs from Russian GRU poisonings, such as the Alexander Litvinenko case.
LBC London
Two Stabbed In Southend Violence
Two individuals were stabbed during an incident of violence in Southend. Further details regarding the circumstances or the condition of the victims were not immediately available. Two Jewish individuals were targeted in an attempted stabbing attack on Wednesday.
Radio Svoboda UA