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Lifestyle

Portugal's dancing horses gain global recognition by UNESCO

The Portuguese School of Equestrian Art in Lisbon, now recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage, showcases the elegance of 18th-century dressage with Lusitano horses.

21/01/2025

Scenes

Watch: The European cowboys herding bulls in southern France

In partnership with Media City

In France's Camargue region, a family of cowboys herd bulls on horseback, reminiscent of the American Wild West.

13/01/2025

Green News

Are horse sports in ‘jeopardy’ after the Olympics equestrian scandal?

Gold medalist Charlotte Dujardin withdrew from the Paris Games after a video emerged of her repeatedly whipping a horse.

02/08/2024

Culture news

Paris 2024: Meet the team who created the horse galloping on the Seine

To create the illusion that the horse was galloping on the Seine water, the team had to build a trimaran and find a skilled rider. The animal will be on display in Paris from October onwards.

01/08/2024

Nature

Marvel at this herd of majestic wild horses in their natural habitat

Just a few minutes of aerial recording can help to draw conclusions about the past and future of the endangered species.

11/07/2024

Europe News

Spanish horse festival 'Rapa das bestas' grows in popularity

The 'Rapa das bestas' festival in Sabucedo dates back to the 15th century and is held every year in the first week of July

08/07/2024

Nature

Kazakhstan: World’s last wild horse species saved from extinction

These endangered Przewalski's horses are part of an effort to return the species to the Central Asian plains they once roamed.

15/06/2024

Green News

Escaped army horses undergo operations following London rampage

Officials say that two of the horses who escaped on Wednesday, now named as Vida and Quaker, have undergone operations as result of their injuries.

25/04/2024

Health news

Scientists develop antivenom for snake bites with the help of horses

According to the World Health Organisation, roughly 5.4 million people are bitten by snakes each year, resulting in between 83,000-138,000 deaths.

05/02/2024

Sport

Azerbaijan Hosts Historic Inauguration of the International Chovqan Federation

In a significant stride for the ancient sport of Chovqan, Azerbaijan has become the birthplace of its first-ever International Federation

02/02/2024

Travel News

Horse breaks free in plane forcing pilot to make a U-turn

According to air traffic control recordings, the horse freed itself within 30 minutes of takeoff.

16/11/2023

Destinations

Mykonos: I explored an alternative side of this Greek ‘party island’

Make your trip to Mykonos more sustainable by travelling in shoulder seasons like autumn instead and be rewarded with an experience of the real, wild side of the island.

21/10/2023

Scenes

Meet the Qatari equestrian creating hoofprints towards the Olympics

In partnership with Media City

"It's not easy being a trailblazer. No one's done this before, I wanted to be able to put Qatar on the map."

02/10/2023

Culture Series

Take a look at these stunning otherworldly images of Iceland's horses

Last year, Irish photographer Gareth McConnell was tasked with capturing the wild horses of Iceland. His results are truly spellbinding.

03/08/2023

Experiences

This island paradise is now home to an equine spa retreat

‘Horses, in our experience, simply speed things up, a little bit like how an art therapist uses their paint.’

15/07/2023

Scenes

Meet the Qatari sportsman reviving the ancient tradition of horse archery

In partnership with Media City

In partnership with Media City, Qatar

12/06/2023

Scenes

Meet the veterinary interns treating sick and injured horses in Qatar

In partnership with Media City

Broken hooves, eye infections, pregnancies and stomach pain are some of the many medical cases seen at Qatar's Equine Veterinary Medical Centre (EVMC). The state-of-the-art hospital treats horses of all ages, sizes and breeds and is committed to improving their health and well-being.

04/04/2023

Culture news

Not horsing around: Meet the Spanish mare helping the elderly

A Spanish mare called Dounka offers the residents of a retirement home in France regular visits and brings 'good vibes' and improved 'well-being'.

31/03/2023

Ukraine

Ukrainian soldiers outside Kyiv destress with horse therapy

In a cosy barn on the outskirts of Kyiv, equine-assisted treatment is being offered to Ukrainian soldiers to promote their physical and mental health as they come off the battlefield.

21/03/2023

Culture news

Hold your horses! Lipizzan breed given UN protected heritage status

Horse lovers were right to have high hopes: the endangered breed has just been given protected status on the UN's world heritage list.

29/11/2022