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Discover Gambling is the What, How, and Where of gambling for the beginner and expert alike. In this section you will learn Where to find the best online gambling deposit bonuses, How to improve your poker skills, What websites are offering dime lines in Major League Baseball, and so on. This section will be the most comprehensive educational tool for gamblers and you’ll only find #DiscoverGambling here at Gambling911.com.

'Insane Action' on Colorado, Reports Dave Mason of BetOnline

More cash on Colorado spread than the spread for all 32 NFL teams.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Sep/06/2023

Free Parking at Casinos Could Go the Way of the Dodo Bird

The Golden Nugget in Atlantic City became the last of the casinos there to stop offering free parking, a trend that began in Vegas back in 2016.  Will other casino destinations soon follow?

Submitted by t c jackson on, Sep/06/2023

Daniel Jones, Deebo Samuel to Make Weekly Appearances on Show Produced by Gambling Site

The NFL has come under heavy scrutiny for its often hypocritical stance when it comes to sports betting.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sep/05/2023

WalterPicks More Downloads in Last 30 Days Than FanDuel and DraftKings

WalterPicks More Downloads in Last 30 Days Than FanDuel and DraftKings

"WalterPicks is outpacing them in fantasy football season with an incredible product and perfectly aligned social media marketing," one acquisition expert reports.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sep/05/2023

'Mouth' Defends Burning Man Disaster: People I Know There Now Saying They Are Having Time of Their Life

If you haven't heard by now, this year's Burning Man event has been portrayed as an absolute disaster with vehicles getting trapped in the mud and attendees unable to escape.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sep/04/2023

Penn State’s Questionable Touchdown in Garbage Time Raises Eyebrows With Gamblers

The Nittany Lions were favored by 20.5 points going into their game against West Virginia and just managed to cover in the final seconds thanks to a touchdown in garbage time that had some gamblers scratching their heads.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Sep/04/2023

Lawmaker Who Owns Casino Allegedly Used Covid Relief to Buy Porsches, Ferrari

Lawmaker Who Owns Casino Allegedly Used Covid Relief to Buy Porsches, Ferrari

A New Hampshire lawmaker resigned as head of a study committee on gambling Friday, a day after authorities said she and her husband were under criminal investigation.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sep/01/2023

What Will the Next Mattel Movie Be? Polly Pocket is the Oddsmakers Favorite

Football?  Who cares?  Okay, we won't go THAT far but, hey, we're still on a Barbie high here and so too are the bookmakers it seems.  And there is more betting to be had.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Aug/30/2023

'Bear Bets' is Fox Sports Newest Sports Gambling Show

'Bear Bets' is Fox Sports Newest Sports Gambling Show

The show will be hosted by longtime ESPN television producer and broadcaster Chris Fallica. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/30/2023

Ontario Bans Celebrities, Athletes From Appearing in Commercials for Sportsbooks

During a 2023 playoff series game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Florida Panthers, nearly eight and a half minutes of advertisements were dedicated to online sport gambling.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/29/2023

The New Negreanu: Goes From Dud to Stud as Part of Crazy Transformation

Warning!  Your mobile phone might heat up and malfunction due to these hot new Negs photos, almost too hot for the pages of Gambling911.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/29/2023

PA Has Problem With Parents Leaving Kids in Car to Go Gamble

So far there have been 126 incidents this year alone.  Of course, PA has some competition in the form of Florida.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/29/2023

ESPN Makes Changes to ‘Daily Wager’ Sports Betting Show: One Co-Host Fired

The show is moving back to the East Coast after being based in Las Vegas since 2020.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Aug/28/2023

An Intriguing Look at Sports Off Shore and the Bookmaker Political Connections

An Intriguing Look at Sports Off Shore and the Bookmaker Political Connections

Daniel Sullivan's arrest last week may be the final chapter in one of offshore sports betting's more convoluted sagas, with no shortage of political connections.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Aug/28/2023

Could Trump Disqualify for New Hampshire Primary? Plus Vivek Hasn't Voted: Latest Odds

As BetOnline gears up for the primary season and continues to update its 2024 US presidential betting odds, New Hampshire's Secretary of State is said to be reviewing whether the GOP front runner, Donald Trump, can even appear on the ballot.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/26/2023

Trump Weight Gate: BetOnline to Pay Out on UNDERS, Refund on Overs

Trump Weight Gate: BetOnline to Refund ALL Totals Bets

BetOnline made the decision after it was revealed that the former president apparently never stepped on the scale.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/25/2023

Weight for It! Trump Poundage Total Hits 278.5

Weight for It!  Trump Poundage Total Hits 278.5

Gamblers bet the total on former US President Donald Trump's weight at booking time in a Fulton County, Georgia jail from 262.5 to 278.5, Gambling911 can reveal.  So what was the official number?

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/24/2023

Post-GOP Debate Odds: First to Withdraw, Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy Odds Shifts Likely

Nikki Haley and Mike Pence held their own and Vivek Ramaswamy took up much of the oxygen in the room.  Former President Donald Trump did not appear but his presence was felt.

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, Aug/24/2023

Trump Weight, Skin Color Booking Wagering Goes Viral, Makes the Top Headline of Drudge Report

Donald Trump's accusation that Fox News uses unflattering photos has spurred a bevy of betting action with one bookmaker.

Submitted by Press Release on, Aug/23/2023

Teacher at Center of BetMGM Cancelled $214K Bet Controversy Says He Saw Nothing Wrong With Odds

Also tells Gambling911 he received star treatment first day back to school, including congratulations from the principal.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Aug/23/2023

Rob Mercer Stage 4 Cancer GoFundMe to Play in WSOP a Fraud?

Well known poker players and advocates for Mercer now feel duped as he responds to their allegations.

Submitted by Ace King on, Aug/22/2023

Michigan Wolverines Total Wins Odds 2023: Still Favored to Win Over 10.5 Despite Harbaugh Suspension

Michigan Wolverines Total Wins Odds 2023

What effect will the Harbaugh suspension have on the first three games?  Probably very little based on who they are set to play....all at home.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Aug/21/2023

Draconian Kentucky Gambling Law Likely to Spook Regulated Sports Betting Operators

A class action suit against Bovada relies on an old draconian (1800's) law that dates back prior to other laws on the book, one forbidding dogs from molesting automobiles and another prohibiting a woman from buying a fancy hat without her husband's permission.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/21/2023

PrizePicks Named to Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies for Second Straight Year

The three-year growth rate of PrizePicks was 3,712 percent.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/20/2023

Trump Weight Gambling Gains Momentum at BetOnline

Trump Weight Gambling Gains Momentum at BetOnline

BetOnline is the go-to website for all things former US President Donald Trump betting.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/19/2023

Pro Sports Bettor Spanky Agrees BetMGM Should Never Have Cancelled Teacher's $214K Bet

One of the world’s most famous professional sports bettors has spoken out on the ongoing controversy involving sportsbook BetMGM refusing to pay out over $200,000 in winning wagers to a Virginia high school special education teacher and agrees with the decision to finally pay him.  Here's his take.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Aug/19/2023

BetMGM Pays Teacher His $214K After Cancelling Bet

An attorney at BetMGM called Kris Benton apologizing for the inconvenience and reiterating that there was "an error with the odds." That being said, the attorney said they're going to give Benton the entire amount he won.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/19/2023

CT AG Reiterates 'Only Three Legal Sportsbooks in the State', Sports Bettors Call These Books 'Crap'

One sports bettor asks American Gaming Association President Bill Miller "Are you thanking the AG for actively acquiring and creating gambling addicts?" through some of the practices employed by the regulated sportsbooks.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/18/2023

MGM Resorts Kicks US Partner Entain to the Curb as BetMGM Mobile Comes to UK

Calls to boycott BetMGM mobile site intensify in US amidst "betting scandal of the century".

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/17/2023

Gamblers Lash Out at BetMGM via Homemade Videos After Cancelling Special Ed Teacher's $215K Bet

"Imagine winning $200,000 on parlays and not getting paid out," tweeted Trent Attyah to his more than 185.5K followers.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/17/2023

Breaking News

Say No to Sportsbook Blacklist

Since Gambling911.com revealed that seven sportsbooks had gotten together to share player information, everybody in the industry is talking.

Online Slots With The Highest Payout Rates

If you are into online casino slots, don’t just play any games you stumble across after you open the lobby. Also, choosing an online slot by design or theme is not a good idea. If you want to not only have fun playing but also hit some wins, make sure you choose the right games.

How to Withdraw Funds From Online Casinos?

Navigating the world of online gambling, especially when it comes to withdrawing your winnings, can seem daunting at first. However, with the right knowledge and understanding, the process can be smooth and secure.