Lexington, KY

Trainer Rusty Arnold is hoping for a return to peak form from Ashbrook Farm and Upland Flats Racing's graded stakes winner Red Carpet Ready when she races against the Louisiana-bred speedster Ova Charged in the $250,000 Kentucky Downs Preview Ladies Turf Sprint Stakes Aug. 3 at Ellis Park. Following a...

Arnold Hoping to Roll Out Options for Red Carpet Ready

Laurel, MD

Roanan Goddess whipped past two rivals in the Searching, while Malibu Beauty set a measured pace and drew away in the Caesar’s Wish, and the two combined to give young jockey J. G. Torrealba his first two-stakes win day. “Very happy,” Torrealba, who also won one additional race, pronounced...

Laurel: Jockey JG Torrealba wins two stakes

Del Mar, CA

In every one of Adare Manor 's nine previous wins, she either set or prompted the pace, but in the Grade 1 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes presented by Oak Tree Racing Association Aug. 3 at Del Mar, she proved she doesn't require everything to go her own way. Instead, she overcame traffic trouble and triumphed over a very tough shipper in Scylla to get the victory.

Adare Manor Repeats in Clement Hirsch Stakes, Punches Ticket to Breeders' Cup Distaff

Great Britain won Olympic team jumping gold for the first time since London 2012 with a near-faultless performance in Paris. The British trio of Ben Maher, Harry Charles and Scott Brash picked up just two time penalties to top the standings at the stunning Chateau de Versailles, with the United States second and France in third.

GB win team jumping gold for first time since 2012

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The Olympics are a time for people to come together and respect one another, seeing which country can come out on top in certain sports. But, for some, the heat of the moment becomes too much and they let their anger and frustrations get the best of them. This is exactly what happened with the latest Olympic soccer match between Argentina and France, seeing the hosts narrowly make it to the next round of their home tournament.

Olympic Soccer Game Ends in Huge Fight

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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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

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.

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Louisiana State

Louisiana, MO

Blue Star Racing's stallion Breaking Lucky was euthanized Aug. 3 due to complications from colic. The 12-year-old son of Lookin at Lucky had a five-year stallion career that included Florida and Louisiana. In 2024, he was the top second-crop sire by winners in Louisiana and the southwest region. "Our entire...

Louisiana Stallion Breaking Lucky Euthanized

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

Following his lackluster effort in the $1 million Whitney Stakes (G1) at Saratoga Race Course Aug. 3, National Treasure was doing well Aug. 4. "He broke well. (Jockey Flavien) Prat said he went about 50 yards and he wasn't into the bit," trainer Bob Baffert said. "He just didn't bring his A game, that happens."

Plans Undecided as National Treasure Exits Whitney

A three-race stakes card at Ellis Park Aug. 3 was marred by tragedy when the popular, 15-time-winning mare Ova Charged broke down in the stretch while racing in the Kentucky Downs Preview Ladies Turf Sprint Stakes. The Louisiana-bred speedster, who had become a fan favorite for brilliant speed and wins across numerous stakes, fell approaching the sixteenth pole of the 5 1/2-furlong turf race, leaving observers, both on-track and off, heartbroken.

Ellis Park Stakes Action Marred by Tragedy

The Independent

St Lucia’s Julien Alfred stormed to Olympic gold in the women’s 100 metres at the Stade de France.Alfred crossed the line in 10.72 seconds, ahead of the United States’ Sha’Carri Richardson in second and Melissa Jefferson in third.It was agonising for Great Britain’s Daryll Neita, who after a photo finish with the United States’ Jefferson, had to settle for fourth place and miss out on a medal by just four one hundredths of a second.Earlier,  Team GB’s 4×400 metres mixed relay team of Sam Reardon, Laviai Nielsen, Alex Haydock-Wilson and Amber Anning secured Olympic bronze and a new national record.It...

St Lucia’s Julien Alfred takes women’s sprint gold with Daryll Neita fourth

Reuters

PARIS (Reuters) - World record holder Joshua Cheptegei claimed the Olympic 10,000 metres title he so desperately wanted on Friday when he found a late surge to win a fantastic race and take the Games' first track gold.

Olympics-Athletics-Brilliant Cheptegei completes set with 10,000m gold

Vision Pet Care

For many cat enthusiasts, the melodious sound of a feline voice is music to the ears. While some cats are known for their quiet demeanor, others are famous for their chatty nature, often engaging in animated conversations with their human companions. Discover the most talkative cat breeds and see if your feline friend is among them.

Meet the Most Talkative Cat Breeds - Is Your Cat on the List?

Saratoga Springs, NY

Eleven years after purchasing the Vinery near Lexington, Chilean conglomerate Don Alberto Corporation has built a 100-strong broodmare band and become a major force in the American commercial market. Look no further for proof than the five yearlings Don Alberto will offer at Fasig-Tipton's The Saratoga Sale, the boutique auction...

Developing Broodmare Band Bears Fruit for Don Alberto

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

The Associated Press

SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) — Noah Lyles paced on the far end of the track, hands folded over the top of his head, wistfully looking up at a scoreboard that would, sooner or later, flash an answer he’s been seeking over three sweat-soaked years. Was all that toil since...

Noah Lyles wins a historically close Olympic 100-meter sprint by five-thousandths of a second

Heavy rains have forced the postponement of the Aug. 3 Saratoga Derby Invitational Stakes (G1T) and Troy Stakes (G2T) at Saratoga Race Course until Aug. 10 at the Upstate New York track. Saturday's Lure Stakes has been shifted from the turf course to the sloppy main track and will be...

Saratoga Derby, Troy Rescheduled for Aug. 10 After Rain

Indiana State

Juddmonte homebred Dragoon Guard 's similarities to his sire go beyond the physical resemblance. Even though the gray or roan colt has a long way to go before his track record matches that of the late Arrogate, the 3-year-old shows flashes of his sire. Dragoon Guard, gr/ro, 3/c. Arrogate —...

Dragoon Guard 'Solid' in West Virginia Derby Triumph

Great Britain’s Jack Laugher and Anthony Harding claimed bronze in the men’s synchronised 3m springboard final.The pair occupied a podium position from the first round, bouncing between second and third throughout the competition.🥉It's bronze for Jack Laugher and Anthony Harding! 👏 pic.twitter.com/l5eMe6Jw8l— Team GB (@TeamGB) August 2, 2024However, the colour of their medal was confirmed in the final round with a brilliant dive scoring 94.62.China’s Zongyuan Wang and Daoyi Long finished with gold, while Mexico’s Juan Manuel Celaya Hernandez and Osmar Olvera Ibarra took silver.

Bronze for divers Jack Laugher and Anthony Harding in synchronised springboard

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Lazzat Proves Best in Prix Maurice de Gheest

Group 1 sprints are rarely decided until deep inside the final furlong but Lazzat took apart the best field assembled for the Prix Maurice de Gheest...

Lazzat Proves Best in Prix Maurice de Gheest

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