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What are some of the hottest headlines in the world of poker? Here you will find all the latest juicy stories along with other important news and tournament results. A must read for the poker enthusiast with articles published throughout the day.
The Demise of Tourney Poker, Pro Proclaims
This poker pro has declared the end of tourney poker as we know it today.
Submitted by Guest on, Dec/06/2016
Patrik Antonius Wants to be the Next Dan Bilzerian
Finnish poker pro Patrik Antonius may have a tough time dethroning the self-proclaimed King of Instagram Dan Bilzerian, though he'll give it a try
Submitted by Guest on, Dec/06/2016
10 AGs Want Online Poker Banned
Ten US state Attorney Generals have signed onto a letter asking that online poker be banned.
Submitted by Guest on, Dec/05/2016
Holy S*%@ Part 2: Poker Playing Pedophile Priest in Jail on $1 Million Bail
When Father Kevin Gugliotta wasn’t uploading images of little Johnny being fondled, you could find this holy man playing in poker tournaments.... and winning.
Submitted by Guest on, Dec/04/2016
President-Elect Donald Trump Blocks Doyle Brunson on Twitter
In a shock move, US President-Elect Donald Trump (or someone who manages his account) blocked lifelong 82-year-old Republican poker icon Doyle Brunson on Twitter.
Submitted by Guest on, Dec/03/2016
Winning Poker, Americas Cardroom to Soon Crack Top 5 Biggest Online Poker Sites
Good things come to those who wait and the waiting is just about over as the Winning Poker Network and its marquee brand, Americas Cardroom..
Submitted by Guest on, Dec/02/2016
Patrick Mahoney Wins $564,227 at Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open Championship
Patrick Mahoney from Winona, Minn. walked away with $564,227 after winning first place in the $3,500 buy-in Seminole Hard Rock “Rock ‘n’ Roll” Poker Open
Submitted by Guest on, Dec/01/2016
Why Is Bluffing So Important In Poker?
Reward in poker does now come without risk. The biggest factor that determines whether or not somebody becomes successful in the game is based on whether or not they can bluff effectively.
Submitted by Payton on, Nov/30/2016
Americas Cardroom Biggest Online Super Series Yet Drops This December
You read a little about Americas Cardroom and their unprecedented upcoming Online Super Series the other day here on Gambling911.com.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/30/2016
Brian Hastings Retires From Poker
Big name poker pro Brian Hastings, who has earned over $6 million in live tournaments and online poker play, says he is leaving the game of poker for good to focus full time on his new business venture UniTea.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/29/2016
Former PokerStars Employee Avoids Prison Time
A former employee of online gambling company PokerStars pleading guilty Monday in connection with a long-running U.S. criminal case
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/28/2016
Lucky Hearts Poker Open at Seminole Hard Rock to Guarantee $1 Million
$360 Buy-In and $500,000 Guarantee Ultimate Re-Entry Tournament Returns Following a Record-Breaking Turnout of More Than 4,000 Entries in 2016
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/28/2016
Americas Cardroom Super Series VIII Kicks Off December 7-18 With $3.1 Mil Prize Pool
There is still time to take part in the Americas Cardroom Super Series VIII, which kicks off December 7 and completes on December 18 with more than $3 million in prize money to be given away.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/26/2016
Baazov Still Says He Wants to Buy Amaya Despite Primary Backer Disinterest
Amaya Inc's (AYA.TO) former chief executive David Baazov said he still plans to buy the online gambling firm despite one of his apparent backers saying it had no involvement in the C$3.65 billion ($2.7 billion) bid.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/24/2016
First Ever Costa Rica Hurricane: Disruptions to Sportsbooks Possible Thanksgiving Day
Hurricane Otto reaches Category 2 strength and makes landfall just above the Costa Rica, Nicaragua border.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/24/2016
How This Town Became a Hub for Poker and Porn
This town lost a countless number of jobs, was in need of a new industry and in recent years got one………. porn and poker.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/23/2016
Huffington Post: The Poker Player Who Wants to Save the World
This week, the Huffington Post interviews one of poker’s top female players, someone they describe as a “palpable aura of charisma and self-assurance with a sense of genuine niceness”.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/22/2016
PokerStars Could Make Australia the Latest in Growing List of Restricted Jurisdictions
PokerStars parent company had already stopped sponsoring Aussie Millions tournament
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/21/2016
Brazil Senate to Vote on Bill That Would Legalize Online Gambling
The Brazil Senate is set to vote December 7 on the legalization of Internet Gambling in South America’s largest nation.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/18/2016
Internet Gambling Prohibition RAWA Could be Inserted in Spending Bill
Casino magnate and GOP mega donor Sheldon Adelson has been pushing for online gambling prohibition for the last few years and now he may have an opportunity to get legislation passed
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/17/2016
All You Can Eat Thanksgiving Day Bonus at Americas Cardroom Online Poker Site
Stuff your bankroll this Thanksgiving Weekend on Americas Cardroom! From November 24th to November 27th, Americas Cardroom is running a 4-part All You Can Eat Bonus promotion!
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/17/2016
President Trump Good or Bad for Online Poker?
The TwoPlusTwo.com posting forum conducted a survey asking its members to vote on whether newly elected US President Donald Trump will be good or bad for legalized online poker in America.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/17/2016
How to Negotiate Like a Poker Player
Entrepreneur 360™ features a great piece on how to negotiate business like a poker player.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/16/2016
PokerStars Expected 2017 VIP Changes
Poker media outlets have begun publishing the anticipated PokerStars changes to its VIP program and it appears they will continue to polarize high stakes players
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/15/2016
PA Sobering Fiscal News as Legalized Online Gambling Remains on Back Burner
Pennsylvania state government received sobering fiscal news Tuesday, as the Legislature’s independent budget analyst projected more big deficits are looming, including a shortfall this year.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/15/2016
Brian Hastings is Just Like Hillary ... So He Says
Big name poker pro in recent days has compared his multi-accounting scandal from last year to that of losing Democratic US Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s email private server controversy.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/14/2016
Former Amaya CEO Accused of Insider Trading Wants to Buy Company Back
Amaya Inc's (AYA.TO) former chief executive, David Baazov, has offered to buy the Canadian online gambling company in a deal valued at about C$3.48 billion ($2.56 billion).
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/14/2016
'Bridesmaids' Star Chris O'Dowd Latest Actor to Join ‘Molly’s Game’ Cast
Chris O’Dowd has been confirmed among the latest cast members of the upcoming poker flick Molly’s Game.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/13/2016
Sands Bethlehem Plans $90 Million Expansion, to Include Larger Poker Room
Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem is planning a massive $90 million expansion that will included added restaurants, slot machines and a much larger poker room.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/13/2016
Borgata Wants Phil Ivey to Pay Back $15 Million
Borgata legal counsel wants poker pro Phil Ivey and his casino companion Cheung Yin Sun to pay back $15 million, claiming that they violated the New Jersey Casino Control Act.
Submitted by Guest on, Nov/13/2016
Breaking News
100 Year Old Mobster Leaves Prison
Former Colombo family underboss John (Sonny) Franzese has been released from prison at the ripe old age of 100. It was his first full day of freedom in eight years.
Bitcoin Takes a Dive as Market Sheds $13 Billion
Bitcoin, Ether and other crypto-currencies plunged Monday as veteran investors reportedly took out profits, according to reports.