VERSAILLES, France -- The Palace of Versailles offers equestrian sports one of the most attractive venues of the Paris Olympics. On Sunday, riders and horses got a memorable gallop around the sumptuous-looking gardens where the team and individual eventing competition was taking place. Under a bright sun, about 40,000 fans...

Olympic riders get a memorable gallop in the sumptuous-looking Versailles Palace gardens

The Independent

 Carl Hester believes Charlotte Dujardin deserves a second chance from the British public as she battles to save her career.Hester, 57, gave Dujardin a job at his yard in 2007 and has been her key mentor on a journey which led to six Olympic medals.Her chances of adding to that tally at Paris 2024 – and becoming Britain’s most decorated female Olympian – were dashed when a video was released of her whipping a horse in training, leading to the 39-year-old’s withdrawal on the eve of the Games.Hester condemned her actions in the clip, and even signed a letter...

Carl Hester urges second chance for Charlotte Dujardin after horse whipping scandal

Maine State

We took an early look into the Millbrook entries last week, and dove into opportunities to participate and experience the event – from volunteering to shopping to spectating and more, this staple summer event gives all types of Eventing fans the chance to enjoy a weekend!. In addition to...

Weekend Winners: Millbrook & Hunt Club

Ocala, FL

Horseman Carl Bowling, who campaigned City Zip and previously was a board member of the Ocala Breeders' Sales Company, died July 26 after suffering injuries in a motorcycle accident in the North Georgia mountains where his family enjoyed many summers. He was 84. While Bowling was one of the Florida...

Bowling, Who Campaigned Grade 1 Winner City Zip, Dies

Oo la la baguette! The Olympic cross country has got the riders pumped and ready for action. ☔ the weather, more specifically the incessant rain that drenched dressage day;. ⏳ the time, because, “If you’re not thinking you’re late when you leave the start box, you’re not going to be making the time”.

‘An Absolute Masterpiece – Technically and Aesthetically’: Riders React to the Olympic Cross Country

True to the sport of eventing’s nature, today’s cross-country phase was rife with emotion. After years of preparation, riders and their teams experienced incredible highs and major disappointments as they tackled the challenging course designed by France’s Pierre Le Goupil at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Additionally, the...

Paris 2024 Olympic Games Photo Gallery: Eventing Cross Country

A lot is known about the famous actors who starred in old Western films, but what about the horses? The movies would not have been the same without the horses that helped shape them. Meet five of the most famous Old Hollywood horses!. 1) Trigger: Trigger is arguably the most...

5 Famous Horses From Western Film

Saratoga Springs, NY

The first weekend of August hosts two important races that are part of the Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” Challenge Series. At Saratoga, the 97th running of the Whitney Stakes will go on Saturday, Aug. 3, and is a qualifier for the Nov. 2 Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic at Del Mar. Later that evening at the Breeders’ Cup’s host track, leading dirt fillies and mares will compete in the 54th Clement L. Hirsch Stakes Presented by Oak Tree Racing Association, offering an automatic berth to the Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff on Nov. 2.

Road to the 2024 Breeders’ Cup: Sneak Peek at Whitney, Clement Hirsch, and Other Stakes

Carl Hester says the video of Charlotte Dujardin repeatedly whipping a horse was a "huge shock" and his long-time Team GB dressage team-mate has "paid very heavily" for it. Dujardin pulled out of the Olympic Games on 23 July after a video emerged of her "excessively" whipping a horse around its legs in a training session.

Dujardin paying 'heavily' for 'shock' video - Hester

West Virginia State

The West Virginia-bred filly Direct the Cat (Redirect), who was profiled in TDN earlier this month after winning six straight races by a combined 58 3/4 lengths, had her year-long, huge-margin win streak stopped Saturday night when she ran second at Charles Town in the $75,000 Sylvia Bishop Memorial S. for state-bred 3-year-old fillies.

Off At 1-10 Odds, West Virginia Filly's One-Year Win Streak Halted By Uncoupled Stablemate

Clarke County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

After a tough first session of showjumping – nearly three-quarters of the class had at least one rail in the team final and individual qualifier – there was a palpable feeling of tension in the air as we approached the individual final at Versailles. Just 25 riders would...

Ze Terminator Returns: A Redemption Olympics for All Comers

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Denver, CO

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

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Meghan O’Donoghue and Palm Crescent Gallop to the Lead at Millbrook Horse Trials

Time was the biggest factor on the Advanced division cross country phase today at the Millbrook Horse Trials. Meghan O’Donoghue, Round Hill, Virginia and her Thoroughbred...

Meghan O’Donoghue and Palm Crescent Gallop to the Lead at Millbrook Horse Trials

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