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TIGER King star Bhagavan “Doc” Antle has been jailed for trafficking exotic animals and money laundering.
Antle, 65, was sentenced to one year and one day behind bars and fined $55,000 on Tuesday – two years after he pleaded guilty to the charges.
Prosecutors said Antle sold or bought cheetahs, lions, tigers and a chimpanzee without the proper paperwork for a decade.
They said he also laundered more than $500,000 so he could quickly get cash to buy more animals.
Antle’s sentencing was heard in a federal courtroom in Charleston, South Carolina – five years after the true crime documentary Tiger King captivated a country shut down by COVID-19.
The show centred on dealers and conservationists of big cats, focusing on disputes between Joe Exotic, a collector and private zookeeper from Oklahoma, and Carole Baskin, who runs Big Cat Rescue in Florida.
Exotic is serving a 21-year federal prison sentence for trying to hire two different men to kill Baskin.
Antle appeared in the first season with Exotic and Baskin and was the star of the show’s third season.
Authorities said he laundered money used in a human smuggling scheme because he needed large amounts of cash quickly to buy animals, including chimpanzees, lions, tigers, cheetahs, and other creatures.
Prosecutor Patrick Duggan said: “These animals are illegal to sell because they are endangered, and their high prices could encourage poachers to steal them from the wild.
“He was knowingly and illegally trading them as part of a black market that drives another black market of poaching and smuggling.”
Customers would pay $200 for five minutes and photos with a baby chimp or $7,000 for a sleepover.
Antle would sometimes ride into tours on an elephant.
Antle’s lawyers requested a sentence of just probation or home confinement, saying their client needed to care for the 150 exotic animals that consume 1,000 pounds (454 kilograms) of meat a day at his Myrtle Beach Safari.
They said many of the animals only respond to Antle.
About 25 friends and family packed a federal courtroom in Charleston.
Several told Judge Joseph Dawson III that Antle was generous and caring.
They said he raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to fight poaching and preserve wild habitats for tigers, lions and chimpanzees.
Federal guidelines called for about two years in prison, to which prosecutors agreed.
But Dawson said, although Antle broke federal law, all the evidence pointed to him caring for animals.
Antle apologized at the end of his sentencing hearing for causing problems for his life’s work.
“I made a mistake, I did stupid things,” Antle said, adding, “I hope I’ll be able to pull it back together for everybody.”
Antles Myrtle Beach Safari was known for charging hundreds or thousands of dollars to let people pet and hold baby animals like lions, tigers and monkeys that were so young they were still being bottle-fed.
The zoo remains open by reservation only.
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OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.
Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today.
ARIES
March 21 to April 20
Conflicts in your chart could give rise to mistakes when it comes to property arrangements, so check through all documents and deals.
But when you hear about or are shown the perfect home, you will recognise it.
With Neptune now backing up, emotions are strong and could surprise you.
TAURUS
April 21 to May 21
A personal journey you had to put on pause could get going again by tonight.
But an exact route forward is less important than knowing the final destination is right for you, so think this through.
A creative splash can rock your world when you realise a skill you take for granted can now find its true place in the world.
Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions
GEMINI
May 22 to June 21
You are never short of ideas, but the danger here is spreading yourself and energy too thin.
Just one special goal that really hits your mark is the one to pursue.
Your passion style is Venus-led and open to change, but beware of trying to be everything to everyone – your true self is enough.
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CANCER
June 22 to July 22
Jupiter’s jolt of Cancer luck in your chart can be tempered by the deep thoughtfulness of the moon – this should make you more brave.
Maybe a plan is not quite perfect but this can be your moment to run with it.
Passion promises are good, but only if they have some substance, and are not just hot air.
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LEO
July 23 to August 23
Mars makes what you deserve the focus of your mind, because for a while now you may have been feeling you do not match up in some ways, at work or at home.
Take some time to celebrate who you are and how far you have come, and the next move will show itself to you by tonight.
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VIRGO
August 24 to September 22
You have the planet energy and fire in your chart to become whoever you want to be – as long as this is your own choice, and it is not imposed upon you.
If words of praise are taking too long, or not sounding sincere, you know what to do.
As for love, it’s the way you bounce back that intrigues a cool Aquarius.
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LIBRA
September 23 to October 23
Your relationship mix of Saturn steadfastness and Neptune scatter-gun can seem like a rather bumpy ride, but remember how much you are learning in this process.
Not everyone may choose to do what you want, but sometimes this just may be what you need. So take your time.
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The traditional dates used by Mystic Meg for each sign are below.
SCORPIO
October 24 to November 22
This can be such a clear communication day for you. Instead of holding a grudge to your heart, try to let it go and liberate yourself to enjoy the fine future that can be waiting.
When you are the bigger person, and let the small stuff go, something can shift deep inside, allowing you to see love really is enough.
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SAGITTARIUS
November 23 to December 21
In money terms, you have all the insight of the moon, plus now the out-of-the-box thinking of Uranus to come up with smart, fast cash solutions.
Your key lesson is to trust yourself first and only believe what you know absolutely to be true.
Mars at the top of your chart gives you extra courage if you need it.
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CAPRICORN
December 22 to January 20
Your personal magnetism is on a high and the way you can draw people and prospects towards you is testament to this.
Just thinking about a love interest can be enough to make them appear.
While if you are already attached, you can change a partner from the outside in, before he or she may even notice.
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AQUARIUS
January 21 to February 18
A work or health opportunity linked to “J” may be closer to completion than you think – so go forward with hope.
Blaming anyone else for a personal situation may feel satisfying but changes nothing, whereas as soon as you accept your part in a process, you can start the wheels of success turning again.
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PISCES
February 19 to March 20
Someone you may assume you can always rely on could let you down in some way – or so it seems.
But this can be a person who really rates your future, higher than your past, and is prepared to prove it.
So do think twice before you respond in haste. Passion that starts close to home can have lasting legs.
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COLDPLAY are officially boring, scientists say.
The 100million album-selling band have become less “harmonically daring” over time, suggesting their new songs sound like the old ones, music experts reckon.
Chris Martin’s quartet formed in 1997 and with top-selling albums such as 2002’s A Rush of Blood to the Head are still one of the most popular bands in the world, with a sell-out run of ten Wembley shows this summer.
But it has become a running joke they are “vanilla”, with singer Chris, 48, admitting last year the band are a “very easy target” for critics.
Durham University researchers compared the band’s catalogue of songs with REM, Radiohead, Buddy Holly, Kirsty MacColl and Patsy Cline.
They analysed variety and how songs differed over time, including rhythm, tempo, percussion, keys and chords.
Findings suggested REM were the least adventurous but Coldplay became staid as their fame grew.
Radiohead had more variety in their albums.
Researcher Professor Nick Collins wrote in journal Royal Society Open Science: “Coldplay shows a downwards trend in their harmonic daring as they increasingly become part of the pop mainstream.
“Radiohead maintain a high diversity of harmonic language, while their timbral‐rhythmic variety also falls off a little.”
TEMPLEGATE tackles Wednesday’s racing confident of building the bank for a huge few days at Newmarket’s July Festival.
Back a horse by clicking their odds below.
LADY MARIKO (5.10 Yarmouth, nap)
There was a lot to like about the way she got her head in front at Wetherby last time. She came from a good way back and battled right to the line, relishing every yard of this distance. The handicapper has been fair with a 2lb rise in the weights and she looks capable of improvement. Noisy Music looks the main danger after a good run on the all-weather at Southwell last time out.
BEACH POINT (5.50 Kempton, nb)
He made it six places from his past seven races when second at Leicester last time. This looks a good chance to get his head back in front with the step up in distance likely to suit. He has a top pilot in Mason Paetel on board in this apprentice race.
ROGUE ENDEAVOUR (7.10 Ffos Las, treble)
He went down in a tight finish over a similar trip at Bath 14 days ago. He likes to go from the front and his capable claimer Elizabeth Gale is full value for her 7lb.
TOMMY’S PROMISE (4.10 Yarmouth, Lucky 15)
He has few miles on the clock and just over half a length away when second here last time. He is proven over this trip and looks dangerous again from his basement handicap mark of 49.
Templegate’s tips
A responsible gambler is someone who:
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THUGS, thieves and drug dealers could avoid going to crown court under plans to overhaul the clogged justice system.
Offenders may avoid a criminal record and instead be sentenced to do unpaid work or get rehabilitation, it is proposed.
Sentences could be cut by 40 per cent, up from a third now, with an early guilty plea.
Jury trials would be scrapped for some drug dealers and sex offenders with a judge and two magistrates presiding instead.
They could impose sentences of up to three years’ jail.
The maximum penalty JPs could hand down would double to two years.
The shake-up, proposed in a report for the Government by retired judge Sir Brian Leveson, is an attempt to tackle the current backlog of 77,000 crown court cases.
It has seen trial dates pushed back as far as 2029.
Sir Brian said without the reforms there would be a “breakdown in law and order” with “society taking things into their own hands”.
Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick said “criminals like burglars and some killers will serve just a fifth of their sentences. That makes a mockery of our justice system.”
Victims’ Commissioner Baroness Newlove warned higher guilty plea discounts and out-of-court disposals “will feel like justice diluted again”.
Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood has yet to announce which recommendations she will accept.
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GARDAI have made an urgent appeal for witnesses after a collision left a man in his 20s with “serious injuries”.
The incident, involving an e-scooter, occurred on Barrack Road, Magniers Hill at 4.30pm today.
The scooter was the only vehicle involved.
Gardai were alerted to the incident around 4.30pm.
The road was closed off for technical examination by Garda forensics following the collision.
And local diversions were put in place.
Drivers in the area may experience some delays as a result.
And the driver of the scooter, a man in his 20s, was taken to Cork University Hospital.
He is being treated for injuries described as “serious”.
Gardai have asked anyone with information to come forward.
They said they are particularity seeking anyone with dash cam footage who were in the area ta the time.
Anyone who has information should contact Midleton Garda Station on (021) 462 1550, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
They can also get in touch with any Garda station around the country.
And the reference number for the incident is: PR24809/2025.
A spokesperson said: “Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a serious single-vehicle road traffic collision in Youghal, Co. Cork, on Tuesday, 8th July 2025.
“Gardaí and emergency services were alerted following a collision involving an e-scooter at approximately 4:30pm on Barrack Road, Magniers Hill.
“The driver, a man in his 20s, sustained serious injuries and was transported to Cork University Hospital for treatment.
“The road is currently closed for a technical examination, with local diversions in place.
“Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision to come forward.
“Road users with camera footage (including dash-cam) who were in the area at the time are asked to make it available to Gardaí.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Midleton Garda Station on (021) 462 1550, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
“Ref – PR24809/2025.”
