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Monday, January 19, 2026

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The Walking Death of Pari-Mutuel Racing in Tennessee: An Insider’s First Conversation with the State Racing Commissioner

The article recounts a journalist’s initial exploration into the obscure and struggling world of pari-mutuel horse racing in Tennessee. Through a candid phone interview with the newly appointed but solitary commissioner of the Tennessee State Racing Commission, referred to...

Tomu Bulai and the Growing Horse Sanctuary Giving Fiji’s Neglected Horses a Second Chance

Tomu Bulai, the leading hand at Horse Sanctuary Fiji, has dedicated six years to rescuing and rehabilitating neglected horses at this not-for-profit center founded in 2019 by Morika Hunter. Starting with just four horses, the sanctuary now cares for...

California DOJ Seizes Santa Anita Slot-Style Gaming Machines, Casting Doubt on Horse Racing Revenue Plans

California Department of Justice agents seized slot-style "Racing On Demand" gaming machines from Santa Anita Park shortly after their installation, citing violations of state laws prohibiting certain forms of lottery or gaming. The DOJ issued a notice threatening to...

The Queen’s Enduring Legacy in Royal Horse Racing and Training

Queen Elizabeth II’s deep passion for horse breeding, training, and racing was a significant yet often private aspect of her life, reflecting a hands-on and detail-oriented approach. Her longtime trainer Ian Balding, who passed away recently, played a crucial...

Law Enforcement Removes Racing on Demand Slot Machines from Santa Anita Amid Legal Dispute

Two days after their quiet introduction at Santa Anita, the Racing on Demand slot machine-style parimutuel games—similar to Historic Horse Racing—were removed by Department of Justice law enforcement officers. The 26 machines, which allowed $1 bets on the first...

Natural History Museum Unveils 262 Newly Described Species in 2025 List

The Natural History Museum in London has officially added 262 newly described species of plants and animals to the scientific record for 2025, highlighting the ongoing effort to document Earth's biodiversity. Naming a species involves detailed descriptions and preserved...
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