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Trainer says "we are all completely devastated" following horse's death in Grand National

Sandy Thomson's runner Hill Sixteen died after falling at the first fence in Saturday's Grand National

Irish Mirror

Trainer of Grand National horse who died blames 'ignorant' protesters who delayed race

Hill Sixteen died after falling at the first fence during the Grand National at Aintree

Wales Online

Tiny puppies dumped in bag and left for dead at Welsh country park

A member of the public could hear the sound of crying dogs coming from a hedge

Wales Online

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Baker's dog ruins mum's gender reveal cupcakes - and still bills her £25

The pregnant 22-year-old recently found out she is expecting a girl and ordered the cupcakes as a fun way to share the happy news with her close family and friends.

Daily Record

RSPCA calls for horse safety reforms as racing chiefs defend Grand National

The animal charity is calling for the race to involve fewer horses and for jockeys to lose their whips.

The Independent UK

Grand National trainer blames ‘ignorant’ protesters for horse’s death

Animal Rising, who were behind Saturday’s protest, said their actions were ‘aimed to prevent exactly that from happening’ following the death of Hill Sixteen

The Independent UK

Ferry operator fights pony deaths guilty ruling

The operator of the Spirit of Tasmania ferry service has appealed an animal welfare conviction over the deaths of 16 polo ponies.

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Snake owners are ditching their pets due to cost of living crisis

Owners are giving up their snakes because of the cost of lighting and heat to keep them alive.

Daily Record

'Disgusting' dog fouling issue in Nottinghamshire village despite ‘plenty of signs and bins’

It's a problem for many locals in the area

Nottingham Post

Grand National protesters pledge more disruption - with Epsom Derby feared next

Campaigners from Animal Rising may target Epsom Derby next after storming the racecourse Aintree on Saturday ahead of this year's Grand National

Daily Mirror

British Horseracing Authority ‘robustly condemns’ Grand National protests

The British Horseracing Authority has “robustly condemned” protests by an animal rights group at the Grand National.

Evening Standard

Police issue update on animal rights activists arrested in huge Grand National protest

Officers arrested 118 people and took 65 into custody who will be be bailed pending further enquiries

Manchester Evening News

My son wanted to live but he couldn't navigate his alcohol addiction. There was nowhere to turn for help

After multiple detoxes, battling poor mental health and alcohol dependence, my son was sober for five months in the year before his death. Warning labels on alcohol packaging, and stopping large quantities of alcohol being sold for pocket change might have saved his life, writes Rachel Allen.

ABC News

More than 60 in custody after Grand National protests

Police arrested 118 people on Saturday after protesters tried to gain entry to the Aintree Racecourse track, delaying the start of the Grand National.

The Independent UK

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Liverpool Echo

Police issue update on animal rights activists arrested after Aintree protest

The Grand National race was temporarily delayed as protesters ran onto the course

Liverpool Echo

No charges yet after 118 animal rights protesters arrested at Aintree

Scores of activists gathered at Aintree yesterday with the aim of putting a halt to the famous races

Daily Mirror

Love Island's Chris Hughes sparks fury as he calls Grand National protestors 'brainless'

Chris Hughes, who shot to fame on Love Island in 2017, has called Animal Rising protestors 'brainless' and 'uneducated' after they caused havoc disrupting the start of the Grand National at Aintree

Wales Online

Animal rights group says more than 40 de-arrested after Grand National protests

The protesters breached security fences as National runners were in the parade ring, causing a delay of 12 minutes, although racegoers helped police and event organisers to stop some from reaching the track

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Manchester Evening News

More than 40 animal rights activists 'de-arrested' after protesters storm Grand National and cause M57 chaos

The RSPCA has now called on racing authorities to conduct an 'urgent' review into the horse deaths that occurred this year

The Independent UK

More than 40 de-arrested after Grand National protests – animal rights group

Police arrested 118 people on Saturday after protesters tried to gain entry to the Aintree Racecourse track, delaying the start of the Grand National.

Wales Online

Charity rescues 40 unwanted dogs in the middle of the night

This is the first time the charity has had more than one Newfoundland dog in their care, and they are desperate for more funds to support the expensive care such a large dog demands

The Guardian - UK

Why did we protest at the Grand National? To finally make Britain talk about our treatment of animals

Society is wedded to a belief it is OK to control animals for profit. We hoped this would make people stop and think, says Alex Lockwood of Animal Rising

Daily Mirror

RSPCA in desperate race against time to find home for loving dog who will soon go blind

Elf, a two-year-old lurcher, is currently without a home and as he is expected to lose his eyesight in the next 12 months, the RSPCA is desperate to find him a loving owner

Wales Online

Five-hour multi-agency rescue mission after therapy emu jumps fence

"Rodney makes a great therapy animal. If you can get past being completely weirded out by a six-foot bird with a massive beak right in your face"

Daily Mirror

Grand National statement issued by BHA after protests and fatal injuries

The 2023 Grand National was delayed by protestors with over 100 arrests made before Hill Sixteen suffered a fatal fall in the race and now the British Horseracing Authority have issued a statement

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