Bell tolls for Big Ben: snow, ice and sunflower effect stop the clock

Weatherwatch Impact of weather, including ice-clad hands and sun-bending tilt, means Westminster clock falls silent for repairs ...
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Man arrested after scaling London’s Big Ben with Palestinian flag

A man who scaled the UK Parliament’s historic “Big Ben” clock tower with a Palestinian flag has been arrested, police said. The man, who was barefoot and wearing all black, clung precariously to the ...
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Inside Tower Bridge: A mechanical marvel

Explore the mechanical genius of Big Ben, the iconic clock tower in London, England, which has been ticking for nearly 150 years. This animation takes you on a tour inside the clock tower, showcasing ...

London's Big Ben to show fresh face to ring in New Year

LONDON - Big Ben's dials will emerge from a shroud of scaffolding in time for the world famous clock to perform its most ...