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UPI
2 days ago
- Sport
- UPI
Horse racing's heavyweight Journalism back in weekend action
1 of 3 | Journalism (R) is entered in Saturday's $1 million Grade I Haskell at Monmouth, a "Win and You're In" for the Breeders' Cup Classic, File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 18 (UPI) -- Top 3-year-olds return to action in weekend racing with the Grade I Haskell at Monmouth Park and fillies on parade in the Group 1 Irish Oaks, Group 1 Coaching Club American Oaks at Saratoga and the Woodbine Oaks in Canada. Del Mar swings into action, providing graded stakes action on both coasts on turf and dirt at a wide variety of distances. In short, a racing fan's dream, a handicapper's challenge and a bettor's opportunity. We'd "bettor" get on with it. The 3-year-olds Saturday's $1 million Grade I Haskell at Monmouth is a "Win and You're In" for the Breeders' Cup Classic, but should odds-on favorite Journalism win the 1 1/8-mile heat, that would be irrelevant. The Curlin colt is pretty much welcome at the big dance already after winning the Santa Anita Derby and Preakness and finishing second to Sovereignty in the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes. The other seven, though, could need a free pass to get into the Classic, and the most likely of them would seem to be Gosger. The Nyquist colt won the Grade III Lexington at the Keeneland spring meeting, skipped the Derby and finished second in Preakness in the dramatic finish that saw Journalism wipe out a 4-length lead in well under a furlong. The other six in the Haskell field aren't bums. But they're not Journalism, either. Sunday's $150,000 (Canadian) Plate Trial at Woodbine is the local prep for the King's Plate and is similarly restricted to Canadian-bred 3-year-olds. The Oaks Crowd Saturday's $500,000 Grade I Coaching Club American Oaks at Saratoga has a field modest in size with six entries, but large in talent. Immersive, the 2024 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies and Eclipse Award winner, was undefeated at 2 but finished second in the Monomoy Girl Stakes at Churchill Downs in her 2025 debut in June. Take Charge Milady, the Monomoy Girl winner, tries for a repeat. La Cara won the Grade I Ashland at Keeneland and Grade I Acorn at Saratoga. Sunday's $500,000 (Canadian) Woodbine Oaks is restricted to Canadian-bred 3-year-old fillies, but the limitation hasn't prevented some of the contestants from going on to graded glory, including 2022 winner Moira. Twelve are set for this seemingly wide-open edition, including five to be saddled by the Mark Casse team. Casse already has four Oaks wins to his credit. Coincidentally, he got his 4,000th North American training win Thursday at Colonial Downs in Virginia. Distaff There's a lot of talent scattered around the nine entries for Saturday's $500,000 Grade III Molly Pitcher at Monmouth Park. The eye goes to Dorth Vader, last-race winner of the Grade I Ogden Phipps in the slop at Saratoga, and Majestic Oops, who steps up on the heels of three straight wins. Step right up, pick a long shot and win a top-shelf prize in this one. Sprint Saturday's $400,000 Grade II Alfred G. Vanderbilt at Saratoga attracted some of the world's top dirt sprinters. Book'em Danno and Mullikin exit a 1-2 finish in the Grade III True North. Nash, Baby Yoda and Full Moon Madness have been improving steadily. Nakatomi and Skelly return after filling the exacta spots in this race a year ago. Friday's $100,000 Jersey Shore for 3-year-olds at Monmouth Park has a field of six. Filly & Mare Sprint Scylla is the 2-1 morning-line favorite in a field of nine for Sunday's $200,000 Grade II Honorable Miss at Saratoga. The 5-year-old Tapit mare hasn't won for more than a year, but has been competitive in top company. She was second in the Grade II Bed o' Roses Stakes in her last. Turf Saturday's $600,000 Grade II United Nations at Monmouth Park features the 1-2-3 finishers from last year's running -- Get Smokin, Grand Sonata and Tawny Port. Among the others, Redistricting, Rebel Red, Limited Liability and Vote No look capable of putting on a good show. Filly & Mare Turf Seven are set for Saturday's $300,000 Grade III WinStar Matchmaker at Monmouth Park and a case can be made for most of them. Saturday's $200,000 Grade II San Clemente Handicap at Del Mar is a lively looking heat with nine 3-year-old fillies set to mix it up. South African import Gimme a Nother looks to bounce back from a bad day in her last start while contesting Sunday's $200,000 (Canadian) Grade II Canadian Stakes at Woodbine. The Gimmethegreenlight mare finished second twice in graded stakes for trainer Graham Motion before reporting seventh in the Grade I New York Stakes at the Spa last month. Turf Mile Del Mar's traditional opener, the Oceanside Stakes, is a restricted 1 mile on the grass for 3-year-olds. Saturday's $100,000 Wickerr Stakes for 3-year-olds and up also has restrictions. Both bear watching, especially in a year when the Breeders' Cup World Championships return to Del Mar. Turf Sprint Isivunguvungu was on a bit of a roll in the United States after his import from South Africa, but then hit the wall when sent in April to Dubai, where he reported 10th in the Group 1 Al Quoz Sprint. He's back for Saturday's $100,000 Wolf Hill at Monmouth Park. Saturday's $175,000 Grade III Caress for fillies and mares at Saratoga has the top five finishers from last month's Grade II Intercontinental over the course -- Pipsy, Future Is Now, Kairyu, Time to Dazzle and Pandora's Gift. A 4-year-old filly named Caress is a "main track only" entry. Sunday's $175,000 (Canadian) Grade II bet365 Connaught Cup at Woodbine has a field of 10 to go 7 furlongs. Around the world, around the clock Ireland Coolmore and trainer Aidan O'Brien send out four of the seven confirmed runners for Saturday's Group 1 Juddmonte Irish Oaks at the Curragh. Among them is the prohibitive favorite, Epsom Oaks winner Minnie Hauk, not surprisingly jockey Ryan Moore's choice to ride. The Frankel filly has won three of four starts, including the Cheshire Oaks in her 3-year-old debut. Her only loss was a second in her career bow, when Wemighttakedlongway got the jump on a big field, set an easy pace and held on late. Wemighttakedlongway, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, was fourth at Epsom and fourth again in the Pretty Polly over the Curragh sod June 28. Al Riffa and Shackleton figure in a nine-horse field for the Group 2 Michael John Kennedy Curragh Cup at 1 3/4 miles. Al Riffa, a 5-year-old by Wootton Bassett, was second to Rebel's Romance in the Group 2 Hardwicke Stakes at the Royal meeting in his most recent start. Shackleton gets a different test after he reported eighth in the Irish Derby in his last outing. It's another family feud as Joseph Patrick O'Brien handles Al Riffa and dad Aidan trains Shackleton. Only four were left in for the Gain Railway Stakes for 2-year-olds with the elder O'Brien in charge of the solid antepost favorite, True Love. The No Nay Never filly got her first win in her third start, the Group 2 Queen Mary at Royal Ascot, vanquishing 22 rivals in that one.
News18
2 days ago
- News18
Hollywood Top Executive's Son Charged For Triple Murder, Dies In Jail
Last Updated: Samuel Bond Haskell IV was awaiting murder trial and was due to have preliminary hearing on Monday. The son of one of Hollywood's top executives has died in jail. The news of his death was confirmed by officials from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. While the reasons behind his death are not yet confirmed, it is being speculated that he took his own life. Samuel Bond Haskell IV, son of Sam Haskell, was in prison for murdering and dismembering his wife and her parents. He allegedly tried to cover up his crimes by disposing of their bodies in a landfill. According to NBCLA, Samuel reportedly took his own life in his cell. His body was discovered on Saturday morning, while he was due to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on Monday. Who is Samuel Bond Haskell IV and why was he arrested? Haskell allegedly killed his wife, Mei Li Haskell, 37, in 2023. He is also accused of murdering his parents-in-law — 72-year-old Gaoshan Li and 64-year-old Yanxiang Wang — at their home in Tarzana, Los Angeles. While the remains of his wife were found during a police investigation, there was no trace of his in-laws. According to video evidence obtained by police, Haskell hired labourers to remove plastic trash bags from his home. A statement from the LAPD mentioned that one of the labourers allegedly saw human body parts in one of the bags and reported it to the authorities. The three victims were last seen alive on November 6, 2023. The 37-year-old was seen dumping heavy rubbish into bins the following day. Police discovered a woman's torso in the waste on November 8, after which Haskell was arrested on suspicion of murder. Although he pleaded not guilty to the charges, he was being held in jail without bail and was awaiting a murder trial. In a statement following his death, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman said, 'Instead of standing before a judge and answering for the crimes he's been charged with, the defendant managed to escape justice." Haskell's father, Sam Haskell, is a well-known Hollywood agent and Emmy-winning producer. He represents stars including Dolly Parton, George Clooney, Kathie Lee Gifford, and Whoopi Goldberg. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! view comments First Published: July 15, 2025, 19:14 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New York Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘X-Men' star Shawn Ashmore, wife break silence on friend who was brutally murdered by top Hollywood exec's son
Actor Shawn Ashmore and his wife have broken their silence on the horrific 2023 murder of their close friend, who was killed by her husband — the son of a top Hollywood executive. Samuel Bond Haskell IV, who dismembered Mei Li Haskell and her parents two years ago, committed suicide in jail just days before a court hearing related to the case, according to the LA District Attorney's Office. Haskell's death was announced hours before he was due to appear in court Monday for a preliminary hearing in his murder case, officials said. 6 Actor Shawn Ashmore and his wife have broken their silence on the horrific 2023 murder of their close friend. @danarashmore/Instagram The suspected killer, 37, appeared to have committed suicide in his cell, with his body discovered Saturday morning. Now, the 'X-Men' star, 45, and his wife Dana Wasdin, 42, have spoken out, telling TMZ that they feel 'a bit of closure' following the news of Haskell's death. 'Our hearts are heavy, but we feel some small sense of peace knowing there is finally a bit of closure,' the pair told the outlet. 'We are mourning the loss of an extraordinary mother, someone who poured her entire heart into her three boys and never stopped putting them first.' 6 Samuel Bond Haskell IV dismembered his wife Mei Li Haskell and her parents two years ago. Los Angeles Times via Getty Images The 'Rookie' star had been working alongside authorities as a representative for their friend, the outlet adds. As a result, he and his wife have remained tight-lipped about the case until now. The couple, who have been married since 2012, struck up a close friendship with Mei Li, 37, three years ago after their children became friends at school. 'She was so generous, so kind, so loving,' Dana told the outlet. 'She's someone that never deserved this.' 6 The 'X-Men' star, 45, and his wife have spoken out, saying they feel 'a bit of closure' following the news of Haskell's death. FilmMagic for Los Angeles Magazine 6 Mei Li and her parents, Gaoshan Li, 72, and 64-year-old Yanxiang Wang, were murdered in 2023. AP Haskell's father is an Emmy-winning producer and Hollywood agent, serving high-profile clients including George Clooney, Whoopi Goldberg, Dolly Parton and Kathie Lee Gifford. In 2023, Haskell was accused of murdering Mei Li and her parents, Gaoshan Li, 72, and 64-year-old Yanxiang Wang, at their home in the Los Angeles suburb of Tarzana, where he lived with his wife and three children. He tossed their dismembered body parts in an Encino trash bin, where his wife's remains were later discovered, cops said. 6 Ashmore and his wife struck up a close friendship with Mei Li, 37, three years ago. Samuel Haskell Jr/Tumblr The remains of Haskell's in-laws have never been recovered and his death has deprived their loved ones of discovering the truth about what happened. All three family members were last seen alive Nov. 6, 2023. Start your day with all you need to know Morning Report delivers the latest news, videos, photos and more. Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters On Nov. 7, Haskell IV allegedly hired four-day laborers to haul off several heavy black plastic trash bags from the six-bedroom home, which are speculated to contain body parts He allegedly told the workers the 50-pound bags contained rocks, but the suspicious men stopped their truck a block away from his home and made the disturbing discovery. 6 Haskell tossed their dismembered body parts in an Encino trash bin, where his wife's remains were later discovered, cops said. KTLA The day laborers returned the bags and money while Haskell told the crew the bags were filled with Halloween props, according to an interview with KNBC. Haskell IV was arrested at a shopping mall nearby and was charged with his wife's and in-laws' murders on Nov. 8.
Toronto Sun
4 days ago
- Toronto Sun
Los Angeles man dies in jail while awaiting trial for killing and dismemberment of wife, her parents
Published Jul 15, 2025 • 2 minute read FILE - This undated photo combination provided by the Los Angeles Police Department shows Mei Haskell, left, and her parents, YanXiang Wang and Gaoshan Li. (Los Angeles Police Department via AP, File) AP LOS ANGELES (AP) — A Los Angeles man accused of killing and dismembering his wife, her mother and her stepfather has died in jail while awaiting trial, authorities said Monday. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Samuel Bond Haskell, 37, was found dead Saturday in his cell in a downtown Los Angeles jail and died by suicide, a statement from the LA County district attorney said. He was accused of killing his wife and the mother of his three children Mei Haskell, 37, along with her mother, 64-year-old Yanxiang Wang, and stepfather, 72-year-old Gaoshan Li. Haskell had pleaded not guilty to three counts of murder. His next pretrial hearing had been scheduled for Monday. Haskell is the son of Emmy-winning television producer Sam Haskell, a former executive at the powerful William Morris talent agency. An email seeking comment from his attorney and family wasn't immediately answered. The attorney, Joe Weimortz, told NBC4 that Haskell had been willing to waive a preliminary hearing where evidence would be presented publicly and to waive a jury trial because of the effect it would have on his children. Weimortz said Haskell was 'not afraid of prison, but was afraid of an even larger media spectacle.' He added that 'The Haskell family grieves every single life lost in this case.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. District Attorney Nathan Hochman said in a statement that by killing himself, Haskell had escaped justice and denied the victims' relatives a chance to face him. Haskell had faced the possibility of life in prison without the chance of parole if convicted. In their statement, prosecutors laid out the evidence they intended to present against Haskell. They allege that he killed the three victims on Nov. 6, 2023, in the house they all shared in the Tarzana neighbourhood of Los Angeles. The following day, prosecutors say, he paid day labourers $500 to remove heavy plastic trash bags from the property. After driving away, they discovered body parts in the bags. They returned the bags and the money to Haskell's house and called police, but no one was home and the bags were gone when officers arrived. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Prosecutors said they obtained a video of Haskell putting a black plastic bag into a dumpster, and another of him transferring trash bags between his wife's Tesla and an SUV he had rented. Later the same day, a man going through a dumpster discovered a beheaded torso later determined to belong to Mei Haskell. Samuel Haskell, who had been staying at an Airbnb with his children since the killings, was arrested on Nov. 8, 2023. From the family home, police recovered eight plastic bags whose contents included bloody bedding, towels, a large machine saw, a machete, a plywood board covered in blood and canes belonging to the older victims. The bodies of Wang and Li have not been found, but bloodstains on a gun and knife found in the rented SUV matched the DNA of all three victims, authorities said. Toronto & GTA Columnists NFL Uncategorized Editorial Cartoons
UPI
5 days ago
- UPI
Man dies in jail before trial for killing wife, her parents
Samuel Haskell, 37, died by suicide as he awaited trial on charge of killing his wife, Mei Li Haskell, 37, (L) and her parents, Yanxiang Wang, 64, (C) and Gaoshan Li, 71. Photo courtesy of Los Angeles Police Department/ Release July 15 (UPI) -- A 37-year-old California man accused of murdering and dismembering his wife and her parents has died by suicide while in police custody, according to state prosecutors and authorities. Samuel Haskell was found dead in his cell on Saturday, Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman said in a statement Monday, which was the same day that Haskell was scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing. "Instead of standing before a judge and answering for the crimes he's been charged with, the defendant managed to escape justice," Hochman said. "This is one last cruel act by someone who did the most horrific things for reasons we will never entirely know." Haskell is the son of Emmy-winning film producer and agent Sam Haskell III. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said in a statement that detectives responded to the Twin Towers Correctional Facility to at about 4:20 a.m. PST Saturday to investigate Haskell's death. "The cause of death will be determined by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office," it said. Haskell died while facing life in prison without the possibility of parole on three counts of murder for the November 2023 deaths of his 37-year-old wife, Mei Li Haskell, her mother, Yanxiang Wang, 64, and her stepfather, Gaoshan Li, 71. He was arrested Nov. 8 and accused of killing them two days earlier at the Tarzana, Calif., home they all shared. According to the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office, the day after his family was killed, he paid day laborers $500 to remove heavy black trash bags from the home. The crime was discovered when the workers opened the bags on leaving the house and saw human body parts. "The workers returned the bags and money to Haskell, took pictures of the defendant, the bags and the front of the residence, then alerted police," the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office said, adding that when officers arrived to perform a welfare check, neither Haskell nor the bags were to be found. That same day, Haskell was seen in surveillance video transferring black bags from a Tesla registered to his wife to a rented SUV, authorities said. At 6 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2023, a person searching through a dumpster in Encino found a trash bag containing the beheaded torso of Mei inside. Haskell was arrested that same day while driving the rented SUV, inside of which police found a loaded .357 revolver, 32 rounds of ammunition, a blood-stained military-style knife, a headlamp, a firearm sight and passports for himself, his wife and their three children. The district attorney's office said a DNA analysis of the blood on the knife matched all three victims. A search of the home uncovered eight trash bags filled with bloody bedding, a large machine saw, a machete, and canes belonging to Yanxiang Wang and Gaoshan Li. Law enforcement searched Haskell's phone and learned that he was having an affair with a 27-year-old woman, whom he had asked on Nov. 2 to accompany him on a trip to Japan. The bodies of Yanxiang Wang and Gaoshan Li have not been found. Haskell was being held on $2 million bail.
