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The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Galway Festival 2025 betting offer: Get €30 in free bets plus extra 20 free spins with Tote
THE Galway horse racing festival 2025 gets underway today, kick-starting a thrilling seven-day run of flat and jump action. To mark the occasion, bookmaker Tote are celebrating in style with a cracking welcome offer for brand new customers - a colossal €30 in free bets plus 20 free spins! Advertisement Galway Festival 2025: * How to claim.. Tote special offer Visit the Tote website Register a brand new account and deposit Place your first bet of at least €10 on horse racing or other sports at odds of 1/1 or greater Once your Qualifying Bet is settled you will receive €30 in free bets plus 20 free spins Galway Festival 2025: * New to Tote? If so, you can claim this amazing welcome offer to celebrate the return of the 2025 Galway Festival! Simply visit the Tote website and register a new account. Once that's sorted, deposit and and place your first bet of at least €10 on horse racing, football or any other market on the Sportsbook at odds of Evens (1/1) or greater. Advertisement Once your Qualifying Bet is settled -- win or lose -- you will receive €20 Tote Credit, €10 Free Sports Bet and 20 free spins on Big Bass Bonanza! Galway Festival 2025: * *New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. One welcome offer per customer. Bet a minimum of €10 at odds of 1/1 (2.0) or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min €10 Win + €10 Place) within 7 days of registration to qualify. Receive €20 Tote Credit, €10 sports Free Bet and 20 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. Qualifying bet is the first racing pool or sports bet added to the bet slip. 7-day expiry. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Responsible gambling A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chase their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry, or depressed Problem gambling – Gamble Aware – Help with gambling addiction If you have a problem with gambling, or you know someone who does, help is out there. Extern Problem Gambling is the leading provider of information, treatment, advice, and support for anyone affected by gambling harms across Ireland. Advertisement
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Glorious Goodwood Festival 2025 betting offer: Get £30 in free bets plus extra 20 free spins with Tote
GLORIOUS GOODWOOD gets underway on Tuesday, launching five days of top-class racing action from the stunning South Downs. To mark the occasion, bookmaker Tote are celebrating in style with a Glorious welcome offer for brand new customers - a colossal £30 in free bets plus 20 free spins! New to Tote? If so, you can claim this amazing welcome offer to celebrate the return of Glorious Goodwood 2025! Simply visit the Tote website and register a new account. Once that's sorted, deposit and and place your first bet of at least £10 on horse racing, football or any other market on the Sportsbook at odds of Evens (1/1) or greater. Once your Qualifying Bet is settled -- win or lose -- you will receive £20 Tote Credit, £10 Free Sports Bet and 20 free apins on Big Bass Bonanza! Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chase their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – GambleAware – Read our guide on responsible gambling practices. For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. One welcome offer per customer. Bet a minimum of £/€10 at odds of 1/1 (2.0) or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £/€10 Win + £/€10 Place) within 7 days of registration to qualify. Receive £/€20 Tote Credit, £/€10 sports Free Bet and 20 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. Qualifying bet is the first racing pool or sports bet added to the bet slip. 7-day expiry. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Full T&Cs apply.
Irish Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Irish Times
Racecourse attendance in Ireland up nearly 7% for first six months of 2025
Total racecourse attendances in Ireland for the first half of this year were up almost 7 per cent, according to Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) statistics released on Thursday. HRI reported that total crowd figures reached 566,377, an increase of 6.9 per cent compared to the corresponding first six months of 2024. A key driver in the increase was a record-breaking Punchestown festival where, on the back of notably good weather, attendance jumped 15 per cent to 136,651 over the five days. The figures here emulate increases in British attendance levels so far in 2025. 'This period last year was blighted by significant disruption to the fixture list due to the weather and with a clearer run this time, most of the key numbers have recovered well,' said HRI chief executive Suzanne Eade . 'The reported rise in attendances across the board is most encouraging. The terrific success of the Punchestown festival not only shows how popular our sport remains with all age groups, but how important it is from a social and economic perspective,' she added. Betting turnover is up so far this year, with total on-course betting reaching €39.3 million, an increase of 12 per cent on 2024. It included a 14.1 per cent hike in on-course bookmaker betting to €35.7 million. Total Tote betting reached €34.2 million, up 6.2 per cent, although Tote betting on-course was down €200,000 or 5.3 per cent. Strong overseas business, particularly in breeze-ups and store sales, resulted in a 17.1 per cent increase of bloodstock sales at public auction to €68.4 million. New regulations on traceability and horse welfare have resulted in two new categories introduced by HRI to record the numbers of horses, and their status, with a licensed trainer. Across the first six months of the year, the number of horses in training, declared 'Racing Active', by their designated trainer is 8,594, an increase of 2.4 per cent on last year. There were 2,888 horses in the care of a licensed trainer registered as 'Racing Inactive' in the first six months. 'Since February of this year, new guidelines have been introduced to improve equine traceability and welfare. Our figures for the numbers of horses in training are now recorded in two distinct categories, allowing for a clearer assessment of a horse's status while in the care of a licensed trainer for the first time,' said Ms Eade. There was a reduction in the number of new owners to 412 from 486, but the number of active owners – those that made an entry – is up 2.6 per cent to 3,860.
Irish Examiner
7 days ago
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Rásaíocht Con Éireann want to rebuild confidence in greyhound racing welfare
Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ), the body responsible for the regulation, governance, development and promotion of the greyhound racing industry, released its results for the first half of this year and also its strategic plans for the next five years, in which continued investment in welfare and the addressing of public perception of the industry high on the list of priorities. Key to any future which the sport may have is the welfare of greyhounds, not just during their racing term but their after-racing career, and RCÉ is putting emphasis on traceability, but also investing time in building confidence in the sport. In its progression on these lines, RCÉ states that championing racing greyhounds "by ensuring best practice on welfare and athleticism becomes embedded by participants" is a top-level objective, while it will also "challenge negative stereotypes," and "promote awareness of our role as regulator and its impact on welfare." In the short term, RCÉ has outlined a plan to get a greater understanding of public attitudes and to market the industry to a new generation, whilst in the medium term, it will roll out traceability phase two initiatives, renew international betting contracts, and develop a sustainable breeding strategy. Also on the agenda is greater utilization of the industry's stadia – a plan which also includes development of its infrastructure, potentially in partnerships, which can provide additional revenue streams. In a plan which specifies "mixed perception" of the industry, "limited awareness of standards set for greyhound welfare," and "limited domestic rehoming opportunities for retired greyhounds" as three of its weaknesses, RCÉ CEO Tim Lucey explained: 'This plan charts a path towards a future where greyhound racing is recognised not only for its heritage, but for its progressive and sustainable direction. 'Our strategy prioritises both the welfare of the greyhound and the commercial future of the industry. By enhancing our traceability systems, investing in flagship assets like Shelbourne Park, and deepening public engagement, we will reinforce confidence in our sport and ensure its sustainability for generations to come.' The release of the industry's progress through the first half of the year highlighted 692 race meetings, over 7,200 races being run, with prize money of in excess of €4.3 million and attendances of almost 157,000. A total of 42,628 greyhound entries were recorded from 6,948 individual greyhounds taking part, more than four fifths of which received prize money. Five hundred and twenty-six new owners got involved in the sprot, adding to the existing 3,737 existing, and there were 295 licensed trainers actively involved. Total Tote turnover amounted to €5,653,605, with €3,685,365 bet on-site and €1,968,240 via off-site and international platforms. Lucey commented: 'The mid-year figure highlights the continued public appetite for greyhound racing. With major classics still to come and strong Tote figures, we are on track for a robust second half of the year.' RCÉ conducted 1,003 welfare inspections with a 95.2% compliance rate against the Code of Practice for the Care and Welfare of Greyhounds. A total of 3,827 samples were taken from greyhounds during racing and non-racing phases, with a 99.33% pass rate. Race-day injury incidence was reported at 0.45%. Lucey added: 'There is often a misunderstanding of RCÉ's role in regulating greyhound racing, but the facts speak for themselves. With a 99.33% pass rate from nearly 4,000 samples tested and 99.55% of greyhounds racing injury-free, these figures reflect our strong commitment to welfare, integrity, and high standards across the sport." During the same period, 595 retired greyhounds were rehomed through the Irish Retired Greyhound Trust (IRGT) and partner organisations.
CNBC
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNBC
This $40 bag is having its most popular summer ever—and you probably already have one in your closet
If Sterling Olmstead Reynolds needs a bag for the beach, traveling with her 3-month-old daughter or dirty laundry on vacation, she reaches for the same two-toned canvas bag. The same style of bag, that is. Olmstead Reynolds, an art director at Sephora, owns 11 variations of the carryall, commonly known as a boat tote, inspired by signature Boat and Tote. She has mini versions, some with longer straps, others with added zippers, pockets and key leashes. They're monogrammed, too — with her last name, her daughter's name or kitchy sayings, like "Del Taco." "You can get a bag that is 100% your vibe, that you can keep for a really long time," Olmstead Reynolds, 32, says. "And that style is timeless." The tote is experiencing a renaissance of sorts after making a comeback in 2022, experts say. Lauded for its chic practicality and customizable charm, it's become a favorite for celebrities and everyday people alike. This year the canvas carryalls — which cost $40 at and Lands' End for the standard size — are having their most popular summer to date, according to experts, big brands and small sellers. This summer bag trend goes beyond a single purchase, experts note. Shoppers of all ages are purchasing multiple variations for themselves and their friends. The boat tote, for example, has become a go-to for bachelorette parties and other events. Olmstead Reynolds estimates she's gifted 35 bags to friends and family. "Personalization is a huge part of [the trend]," says Matt Trainor, senior vice president of brand creative at Lands' End. "Monogramming makes [the bags] unique. There's a scarcity to it. And regardless of your age … the idea that you can have something not everybody else has is highly enticing." Since Memorial Day, the company has sold more of its Canvas Pocket Totes than it did in the first quarter of this year alone, their spokesperson says. Similarly, Boat and Tote sales are up 75% for the first six months of this year, compared to the same time period in 2024, a company spokesperson says. Online, some of bags are on backorder for months. Lands' End has capitalized on that consumer hunger by launching marketing campaigns and in-person pop-up events to fuel the frenzy, Trainor says. At some events he's even seen customers line up for hours, waiting to personalize their bags with their names and charms. Customizing boat totes is a market of its own, too: Rebecca McGovern-Clarke — who launched her paper goods business Maker Scholar out of her apartment in Boston — went viral after posting TikToks of her painting poodles, retrievers and pugs on canvas totes last summer. As a result, her annual sales more than doubled, and she brought in more than $100,000 in 2024, according to documents reviewed by CNBC Make It. "It was kind of like a, 'No s---' feeling. Of course people are going to pay to see their dogs on tote bags," says McGovern-Clarke, who now sells customized coastal-themed bags for up to $500 to customers across the country. "They're very easy to customize … and fit in with the rise of the coastal grandma, Nancy Meyers aesthetic and the glorification of a really fancy summer." Personalizing a common bag fits into a broader cultural trend: Using clothing and accessories to express personal identities, says cultural and economic sociologist Dicky Yangzom, who teaches at New York University. Instead of shelling out $2,100 for a Louis Vuitton Neverfull bag, canvas totes can add flair to an outfit, and are a low-cost nod to the cultural zeitgeist, she says. The material of the bag can also signal a rejection of status. "There's a [distrust] against the 1% in our society," Yangzom says. "Canvas is more often seen as a working class fabric." She's right to an extent. When first launched its Boat and Tote in 1944, it was advertised as an easy way to carry ice home. But while still practical and easy to use, the bag has also become a symbol of a coastal lifestyle only the wealthy can afford. But even the rich value functionality, and options for the luxury buyer have created yet another submarket of the canvas tote. Earlier this year, Hampton's boutique Hathaway Hutton released $1,200 "Boatkins," tote bags reimagined to resemble Hermes Birkins, according to the New York Times. One question looms large for both industry insiders and consumers alike: Will the bag ever lose its relevance? "The trend is past its frothy peak," says Marni Shapiro, founder of The Retail Tracker. While the trend may soon lose some of its shine, demand isn't waning, proving customers haven't moved on just yet, she adds. Trainor predicts the bag will continue to be a staple for Lands' End and their customers' closets. Like denim in our wardrobe, "I just don't think it goes away," he says. Olmstead Reynolds, who grew up bringing totes on sailing trips along the coast of Newport, California, doesn't foresee getting rid of her bags, either. "They're popular because we saw our parents carrying them around," Olmstead Reynolds says. "My mom probably has some in our childhood rooms. I've never tossed, I've never donated any, these are my collection."
