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Super Bowl 2014 Coin Flip Odds – Bet Prop
The Super Bowl 2014 coin flip odds, like in previous years, had both tails and heads as EVEN or -110 depending on the book. LIVE IN-PLAY WAGERING HERE THROUGHOUT THE GAME.
There are a number of variations to the Super Bowl coin flip bet prop including Heads or Tails, Team to Win Coin Toss, Team to Win Coin Toss Wins Game.
Royalty Free Video, Music Downloads Set to Cripple Netflix: Antigua Fights Back
The tiny island nation of Antigua is set to launch its royalty free video and music site, Gambling911.com is learning. The move is in response to the US failure to abide by a World Trade Organization decision related to online gambling.
Justin Bieber to be Deported From US at 8-1 Odds
Good news for those of you living in the US, Irish bookmaker Paddy Power is offering odds on troubled 19-year-old pop star Justin Bieber of being deported back to Canada at 8-1 odds.
2014 Grammy Awards Betting Odds – Lorde, Daft Punk, Macklemore Favorites
Sunday’s 2014 Grammy Awards betting odds are available at Sportsbook.com. Be sure to claim your FREE $100 BET at Sportsbook.com here and remember you can wager on every play of this game right up to the final minute with LIVE IN-PLAY BETTING.
‘Money Talks’ Renewed by CNBC Despite Controversy: Eight New Episodes
Ratings were apparently good enough to keep “Money Talks” in the CNBC Prime lineup with eight new episodes ordered and a Season 2 premier date of March 19 scheduled.
‘Stoner Bowl’ to be Played in State Where Web Gambling is Legal: Lots More Props Likely
All the sins converge February Sunday February 2 as the first and only two US states that have legalized marijuana will be represtented at this year's Super Bowl, hosted by one of only three states that have made Web gambling legal. It’s the first ever Stoner Bowl or Bong Bowl or….well….there are bound to be plenty of nicknames given to this most unusual Super Bowl.
‘The Diamond Collar’ to Air on OWN: Mob Enforcer Turned Dog Rescuer (Video)
A new Mob series is about to begin airing on Oprah Winfrey’s OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network). Just what we need, another Mob reality series. Weren’t “Mob Wives” and “Amish Mafia” enough?
Well, “The Diamond Collar” will be different….much different.
The series features former Gambino Mob enforcer
Oscar 2014 Betting Odds as ‘Gravity’, ‘American Hustle” Win Most Nominations
Carrie Stroup here with your Oscar 2014 betting odds as nominations were announced Thursday morning.
Dan Bilzerian Backed ‘Lone Survivor’ Wins at Box Office
After a limited theatrical opening, “Lone Survivor” began showing nationwide throughout North America and the results outperformed expectations.
Fox TV Show ‘Rake’ About Hard Edge Attorney With Gambling Addiction (Video)
Fox is set to debut “Rake”, starring Greg Kinnear as a brilliant but self-destructive attorney with a gambling problem. He is always owing money to his bookie.
The show is based on an Australian television series of the same name and is being billed as a legal comedy-drama. It debuts Thursday January 23 at 9 pm EST.
Kinnear stars as Keegan Deane who, in the Australian version, defends cases involving cannibals, polygamists and a doctor who has sex with his dog.
John Goodman Joins ‘The Gambler’ Cast
“Inside Llewyn Davis” star John Goodman has joined the cast of “The Gambler” remake. He will star along side the likes of Mark Wahlberg and Jessica Lange.
James Caan was nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance in the 1974 original.
Here is an excerpt from Wikipedia regarding the plot:
Poker Pro Dan Bilzerian Makes Acting Debut in ‘Lone Survivor’ (Video)
Poker pro and Instagram sensation Dan Bilzerian has made his acting debut in the critically acclaimed “Lone Survivor”.
Paddy Power Takes Swipe at ‘Fat, Lazy Footballers’ in ‘Ball of Shame’ Ad (Video)
Ireland’s largest bookmaker, Paddy Power, debuted its latest ad during this past weekend’s Arsenal v Tottenham FA Cup game on ITV. The so-called “Ball of Shame” advertisement takes a swipe at “lazy, fat footballers”.
More specifically, the betting firm seems to take issue with aforementioned “lazy, fat footballers” also making millions of pounds (dollars).
You’ve Read the Rest…Now Get the Real Best of 2013 in Gambling
So all the websites have come out with their annual “Best of in Online Gambling” looking back at the eventful year of 2013.
‘Sopranos’ Star Tied to Cop’s Murder to be Set Free
“Sopranos” actor Lillo Brancato will be a free man Tuesday (December 31, 2013) after serving less than 10 years for a botched robbery that led to the murder of NYPD cop Daniel Enchautegui.
The 28-year-old officer was fatally shot in the chest on December 10, 2005 upon arriving at the burglary-in-progress at his neighbor’s home.
Jessica Lange Set to Join Cast of Upcoming Remake ‘The Gambler’
This weekend it was confirmed that Jessica Lange has signed on for the upcoming Paramount Pictures project “The Gambler”.
Forget Santa Calls – Get Calls From Charlie Sheen, Justin Beiber Or Reggie Bush
In what is clearly a naughty or nice special, a new service, Celebcalls is offering kids of all ages Christmas calls from such charming characters as Justin Bieber, Charlie Sheen, Snoop Dogg, and Ice-T.
With their Send Santa Calls program, for only $4.99 celebs call with a customized, personalized message.
Director Nick Cassavetes Sues Friend Over Gambling Debt, $72k Bounced Check
Famed film Director Nick Cassavetes is suing his buddy over a $72,000 check that bounced and, according to TMZ.com, it’s for a gambling debt.
The friend, Kevin Washington, reportedly gave Cassavetes a handwritten check for $72,600 and allegedly stopped payment.
Cassavetes is a known gambler who has bet large sums of money at private home games.
Oddly enough, the film director was sued himself in 2011 for nearly an identical amount. The trustee of a convicted hedge fund manager claimed Cassavetes owed hi a $73,000 poker debt.
‘Rounders 2’ May Feature DeNiro as Russian Mobster
Poker fans will be excited to learn that Harvey and Bob Weinstein are set to produce “Rounders 2”, a sequel to the wildly successful poker classic “Rounders” made in 1998.
Odds of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Taking Place: Floats Should Fly
With winds expected to be at the threshold of 34 mph Thanksgiving morning, odds of the famed Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade going according to plan would typically not be very good. But Gambling911.com has placed odds that the parade will go forward at 1-4, good odds and here is why:
Local WCBS weatherman Lonnie Quinn gave his daring prediction Wednesday evening.
“There is a decline in wind speed throughout the day,” he said. “They (the floats) will be a little lower to the ground but I think they will fly.”
‘Ray Donovan’ Producer Sentenced for Role in Russian Mob Gambling Operative
The former producer of Showtime’s popular “Ray Donovan” cable television series, Bryan Zuriff, has escaped prison time for his role in a Russian Mob-run illegal gambling ring.
New Poker Show ‘The Shark Cage’ to Debut: Online Qualifiers
ONCHAN, Isle of Man – PokerStars today launched a series of online qualifying tournaments for a new TV show called The Shark Cage, which will feature a winner-take-all first prize of $1 million. The first two televised heats of the show will take place at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure in January 2014.
NFL Player Fines Lines: Sports Fans Can Now Bet on Week 12 Fines
Quite an innovation from our friends at SportsBettingOnline.com, the same folks who pay 10 percent cash back weekly on all bets, WIN or LOSE. You can now bet on total fines racked up in Week 12 of NFL play, plus a number of other fine-related prop bets. Be sure to scroll down for important new bonus offers now being offered by SportsBettingOnline.com just in time for the holidays
Robert De Niro's Failed Audition as Sonny Corleone in 'The Godfather' Surfaces (Video)
Robert De Niro didn’t get the part of Sonny Corleone in the classic 1972 film “The Godfather”.
A failed audition tape surfaced this week, which showed De Niro, in his late 20’s, is seen spinning around in front of the cameras wearing a black trilby hat and a buttoned-up grey shirt. While the performance may have been good, it wasn't enough to make the cut.
De Niro would go on to win the part in "The Godfather"'s second installment, a role that would ultimately lead to an Academy Award.
‘Donovan’ Producer Tied to Russian Mob Run Gambling Ring Begs Judge for Mercy
“Ray Donovan” star John Voight along with Hollywood film directors Judd Apatow and Peter Berg have penned a letter asking a judge for leniency when sentencing former “Ray Donovan” producer Bryan Zuriff.
Mr. Zuriff has also begged for mercy from Los ANgeles Judge Jesse Furman.
Casino Wants Part of Lindsay Lohan Halloween Party Money Back Due to Tardiness
Officials at Connecticut’s Foxwoods Casino are demanding a partial refund from troubled actress Lindsay Lohan after she failed to show up on time for a Halloween party.
The casino paid Lohan $50,000 to host the party last Thursday, according to reports.
The actress eventually appeared alongside champion boxer and big time sports bettor Floyd Mayweather, Jr. to judge a costume contest.
And just how late was Ms. Lohan?
Return of Miss America Pageant to Atlantic City Doesn’t Boost Revenue: Costs $400k
Atlantic City, NJ – (Associated Press) - The return of the Miss America pageant to Atlantic City brought attention to the seaside gambling mecca and a boon to police and public works employees.
The Press of Atlantic City reports the pageant cost the city about $400,000 in overtime. The city’s business administrator tells the newspaper that some of the costs will be reimbursed, possibly by the state. But it isn’t known how much, or when.
Ben Affleck Knew ‘Runner, Runner’ Would be an Epic Failure
“Runner, Runner” star Ben Affleck was so worried over the outcome of the online gambling flick that he brought in his go-to-film editor, Academy Award winner William Goldenberg, to spruce things up.
Online Poker Film ‘Runner, Runner’ Bombs at the Box Office
The Ben Afleck-Justin Timberlake film about online poker, “Runner, Runner”, has bombed at the box office.
The film, which was widely panned by critics, finished third behind “Gravity” and “Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2” (there was a number one?).
Stop Predatory Gambling Foundation Blasts AGA for Hypocrisy re ‘Runner, Runner’
The Stop Predatory Gambling Foundation has come out swinging against the Nevada lobbying group, American Gaming Association (AGA), for its advertisements suggesting the new film “Runner, Runner” is a cautionary tale depicting the ills of an unregulated online gambling industry.
