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The  INDIA bloc’s coordination committee is set to have its first meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday to set the alliance’s plan for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in motion. In the meeting, the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) is expected to deliberate on the seat-sharing formula among members along with evolving a broad outlay of campaign strategy ahead […]

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Shutterstock Photo ID: 79610536 | LOUISVILLE, KY – JUNE 18: Stephen Foster Day at Churchill Downs horse race track June 18, 2011 in Louisville, KY. Finish of The Chuck Evans Memorial Race

No Healthy Young Horses Should Die on the Racetrack, HISA has the Power to make that Happen, Groups say

LOUISVILLE, KY, USA, September 12, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy applauded the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority today for its report on the rash of horse deaths at Churchill Downs earlier this year. At the same time, the groups called for more investigation to occur of the industry itself, saying “Orthodoxies in racing must be challenged.”

“It is encouraging that we now have a professional body, HISA, that can do a post-mortem analysis of clusters of horses deaths at Thoroughbred tracks,” said Wayne Pacelle, president of Animal Wellness Action and one of the drivers of the enactment of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act. “We’ve never had this kind of professional resource in racing, and it’s a new day and a very good thing.”

Pacelle testified before Congress on the anti-doping legislation introduced in 2013 and worked on the issue through 2019, when HISA was enacted.

The new HISA report concludes it “did not identify any singular explanation for the fatalities at Churchill Downs.” Details of the new HISA report can be found here.

“While the analysis was exhaustive, the reports sidestep some key risk factors in American racing — notably breeding practices that make the horse more vulnerable to breakdowns and early-age racing,” added Pacelle. “We concur that there is no single explanation for such a rash of deaths, but we suspect that there is something structural at work in terms of soundness of the horses when so many of them are dying at major tracks throughout the United States. These questions, as difficult as they are to probe, must be examined. Orthodoxies within racing must be challenged.”

Last spring, Animal Wellness Action called on leaders in the racing industry and the new Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) to embrace the goal of “no healthy young horses dying on tracks in training or competition” following the deaths of 12 race horses between April 27 to May 27, 2023, at Churchill Downs. That rate of loss was higher than the rash of deaths at Santa Anita Park in 2019, when 42 horses died on the track throughout the racing season, observed Animal Wellness Action.

The spate of deaths drew national attention, and Animal Wellness Action was at the center of the discussion, including a national Associated Press column from Paul Newberry, stories in the Wall Street Journal, and other major national and international outlets.

Congress has provided a mandate for protecting horses in American racing in enacting the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act, so horse safety at the tracks should become the top priority for everyone involved in the business, the groups say.

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The Center for a Humane Economy is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) whose mission is to help animals by helping forge a more humane economic order. The first organization of its kind in the animal protection movement, the Center encourages businesses to honor their social responsibilities in a culture where consumers, investors, and other key stakeholders abhor cruelty and the degradation of the environment and embrace innovation as a means of eliminating both. The Center believes helping animals helps us all. Twitter: @TheHumaneCenter

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By Sushil Kutty It has been a couple of months since the BJP got into election mode. Preparations for general elections 2024 began in earnest in July 2023. The Karnataka assembly elections loss was a jolt that called for a reassembling of sorts. On September 1, news came of the setting up of 300 call […]

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Right To Play: a beacon of hope for children facing adversity

Play is a powerful tool for learning

We share a mutual understanding of play’s life-changing potential for children, families, and communities

Inactivity is on the rise globally. We must speak to kids in a language they understand and keep them moving!

Playfinity use technology for good: to inspire better habits

Enhancing Children’s Lives Through Innovative Play: A Collaborative Venture to Foster Creativity, Learning, and Growth

OSLO, NORWAY, September 12, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Playfinity, a leader in the world of Active Gaming and play, is proud to announce its alliance with the Norwegian Branch of Right To Play (RTP Norway), a beacon of hope for children facing adversity. This partnership is a testament to Playfinity’s commitment to harness play’s transformative potential for all children.

This collaboration brings together two different worlds. Playfinity’s mission is to engage kids who are accustomed to digital screens and have increasing sedentary habits in sports and active play. On the other hand, Right To Play is dedicated to using play as a tool for growth and education among children facing adversity and marginalization. Together, they unite these two worlds with the same goal: foster a world where every child can thrive in a healthy and happy way, promoting holistic child development and well-being by harnessing the benefits of active play.

“We are proud to join forces with Right To Play Norway to empower children through play,” said Playfinity CEO Pippa Boothman. “We believe that play is a powerful tool for learning, growth, and development, and we are committed to using our resources to make a positive impact in the lives of children around the world. Together, we hold the transformative power to create meaningful connections and inspire lasting change in countless kids’ lives.”

“Playfinity and Right To Play share a mutual understanding of play’s life-changing potential for children, families, and communities,” said Vilgunn Kronstad, Partnership Manager at RTP Norway. “We’re thrilled to have you onboard, supporting our mission to empower children through the power of play. Welcome, Playfinity! Let’s play for change together!”

RTP Norway is a global organization that operates in the Palestinian territories, Lebanon, Pakistan, Jordan, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Ghana, Mali, Mozambique and Senegal. It is dedicated to creating positive impacts in the lives of marginalized youth. To further this commitment, Playfinity and RTP Norway have created two codes that will donate 10% or 20% of the total purchase price to the organization.

Customers can use code PLAYNOR10 for a 10% discount and a 10% donation, or code PLAYNOR20 for a direct 20% donation.

Playfinity and RTP Norway are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children around the world. With the help of these two codes, customers can join in this mission and make a difference in the lives of children in need.

All support helps us foster creativity, learning, and growth through the power of active play. Visit www.playfinity.com or https://righttoplay.no/nb/ today and become a part of the Playfinity and Right To Play Norway mission to empower children around the globe. Remember, every play counts!

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Playfinity is the home of Active Gaming. They are a Norwegian sports-tech company on a mission to create a more active future for kids. Playfinity develops products, technology, and experiences that inspire, motivate, and connect youth, coaches, parents, families, friends, and teammates around the world, providing new ways to discover, play, compete, and have fun together based on the sports they love. For more information about Playfinity and their range of innovative active gaming solutions, visit www.playfinity.com.

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For more than 20 years, Right To Play has worked in some of the most difficult and dangerous places on earth to help children to stay in school and graduate, resist exploitation and overcome prejudice, keep themselves safe from disease, and heal from the harsh realities of war and abuse. For more information, visit www.righttoplay.no

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Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Monday took a swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, saying Bharat mata was once again criticised abroad out of a “narrow mentality” as some parties were jealous over India successfully hosting the G20 summit. “India is emerging as a star on the world stage because of which some parties are […]

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By Nantoo Banerjee The political opposition may be desperate to establish businessman Gautam Adani’s link with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but it is absolutely absurd to expect the Prime Minister to react to such suggestions. Over the years, almost all enterprising and ambitious businessmen managed to establish links with Indian prime ministers. Business houses often […]

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Senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury questioned West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on her decision to attend the G20 gala dinner hosted by President Droupadi Murmu, asking if that would not weaken her position against the Narendra Modi-led government. The West Bengal Congress president was also curious whether there was “any other reason” behind […]

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