6 d. ago Vancouver street festival: nine people killed after car is driven into crowd, as PM says Canada is ‘heartbroken’ – latest updates

Police say several people have also been injured at Lapu Lapu celebrations, but rule out terrorism as motive after man arrested at sceneThe festival, celebrated especially in the central Philippines, honours Datu Lapu-Lapu, an indigenous Filipino leader who famously defeated Spanish forces led by Ferdinand Magellan in the Battle of Mactan in 1521 and became a national hero.The centrepiece of the festivities in Vancouver is a multi-block street party in the Sunset neighbourhood featuring Filipino food and traditions, live performances and cultural displays.The party on Saturday was just starting to break up but many people were still in the streets when the dark SUV rammed into the crowd.The government of British Columbia officially recognised 27 April as Lapu-Lapu Day in 2023, acknowledging the cultural contributions of the Filipino-Canadian community, one of the largest immigrant groups in the province.Lapu-Lapu’s victory is celebrated in the Philippines as a symbol of nation’s res...

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6 d. ago Vancouver street festival: nine people killed as car is driven into crowds at Lapu Lapu celebrations – latest updates

Police say several people have been injured, but rule out terrorism as motive after man arrested at sceneThe festival, celebrated especially in the central Philippines, honours Datu Lapu-Lapu, an indigenous Filipino leader who famously defeated Spanish forces led by Ferdinand Magellan in the Battle of Mactan in 1521 and became a national hero.The centrepiece of the festivities in Vancouver is a multi-block street party in the Sunset neighbourhood featuring Filipino food and traditions, live performances and cultural displays.The party on Saturday was just starting to break up but many people were still in the streets when the dark SUV rammed into the crowd.The government of British Columbia officially recognised 27 April as Lapu-Lapu Day in 2023, acknowledging the cultural contributions of the Filipino-Canadian community, one of the largest immigrant groups in the province.Lapu-Lapu’s victory is celebrated in the Philippines as a symbol of nation’s resistance to colonisation and the...

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3 w. ago Two horses die at Ayr racecourse after Scottish Grand National tragedy

The Scottish Grand National went ahead as planned on Saturday afternoon but it was later confirmed that Macdermott and The Kniphand had both passed away

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3 w. ago 25 best pictures from Scottish Grand National as Ayr Racecourse draws in huge crowd

The Scottish National was a sold out event as the runners and riders chased the half a million pounds prize money on Saturday.

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3 w. ago Ayr Ladies Day sees thousands of revellers flock to racecourse for Scottish Grand National festival

As the sun shines over Ayrshire, Ladies Day saw a sea of stunning Spring frocks.

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3 w. ago Racing delayed at huge meeting after 'medical emergency' with ambulance required

An individual in attendance at the Scottish Grand National festival in Ayr has suffered a medical emergency, bringing a pause to proceedings on the festival's opening day

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3 w. ago Grand National horse deaths revealed as Broadway Boy has close

There were fears for several horses during the 2025 Aintree Grand National, but only one died at the festival, while none suffered fatal injuries in the main race

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4 w. ago Grand National jockey’s dramatic act to help rival spotted mid

Callum Pritchard has been praised for his remarkable heroics after a dramatic incident at Aintree during day two of the Grand National Festival on Friday afternoon

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4 w. ago Bet365 free bets: Bet £10 on Grand National get £30 in free bets

New customers can sign up to bet365 by signing up and placing a £10 at the Aintree Grand National Festival and get £30 in free bets and I Am Maximus looks to win back-to-back Grand Nationals

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4 w. ago In Pictures: Hats off to racegoers as thousands attend Ladies Day at Aintree

Revellers at day two of the Grand National Festival donned big sunglasses and even bigger hats.

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4 w. ago Revealed: The shocking cost of a glass of Prosecco at Aintree as Grand National racegoers are met with steep prices for alcohol

The Grand National Festival got underway on Thursday and many of those in attendance were left scratching their eyes after seeing the price of alcohol at Aintree.

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