Gambling News
Obama Refuses to Meet With Nevada Governor
President Barack Obama has refused to meet with Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons and other key business leaders in the state according to news reports.
Governor Gibbons requested the meeting in a letter to President Obama so the President could address statements he made that were critical to Nevada and have caused economic damage to convention business and tourism business, according to Action News 13 out of Las Vegas.
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Doyle Brunson Dog Mangled Gas Station Attendant
Poker pro Doyle Brunson's toy poodle was involved in a vicious attack over the weekend. The victim: A 20-something gas station attendant who reached in to play with the incensed beast.
Russ Hamilton Coming to the World Series of Poker
Russ Hamilton is reportedly going to take part in the 2009 World Series of Poker event called "Table of Champions". Hamilton is one of two controversial players scheduled to take part
New Jersey Governor John Corzine Could Jump on Sports Betting Wagon
As Gambling911.com reported last week, New Jersey Governor John Corzine appears to be more "over the fence" than "on the fence" when it comes to legalized online sports betting
2009 Preakness Stakes Betting, Traffic Up
Despite lower attendance at Pimlico Race Course, betting on the 2009 Preakness Stakes was way up.
More than $59 million was bet, compared with $45 million last year, John B. Franzone, head of the Maryland Racing Commission, stated. Attendance was cut by 30 percent compared to last year, down to 77,850. Much of this was attributed to a ban on spectators bringing their own beverages.
State racing officials deemed the race a financial success for the state.
Full Tilt Pro Andrew Feldman Sharing his Account
Is there a baseline for what constitutes unethical behavior on online poker sites?
New Jersey vs. Delaware in Race for Sports Betting
Neighboring states New Jersey and Delaware are racing to legalize sports betting with New Jersey focusing more on the Web element, enhanced through its teaming up with the powerful trade organizati
Ladbrokes: Online Poker in Australia Very Bad
According to the Interactive Gambling Act, online poker sites geared towards Australian ci
Bingo Australia May Confiscate Your Winnings
Play with Bingo Australia and you might not get paid, at least that's the warning being issued by some online casino players.
Paddy Power Moves Into Australian Market
Paddy Power has begun its expansion into the Australian gaming market with its acquisition of a major stake in one of Australia's largest corporate bookmakers.
The company invested €27.2 million in a 51 per cent stake in Sportsbet as part of development strategy to expand into international markets. The acquisition, if approved by regulatory authorities, will be completed at the beginning of July.
Crown Casino Expansion Will Be Massive
Thanks to the Victorian Government allowing Crown Casino to grow in exchange for an estimated $60 million in extra tax revenue over four years came on the day of the Federal Budget
Facebook, Twitter Users Get Crack at 20K Mount Everest Bet
Facebook and Twitter users have something else to celebrate and it all revolves around the first bet ever to be placed on top of the world.
Delaware and Sports Betting Featured on ESPN
New Delaware Governor, Jack Markell, is making huge national waves in its attempt to legalize sports betting in the state. ESPN interviewed Markell about the hot button issue.
NFL Says Sports Betting is a Game of Skill
Much as the Poker Players Alliance has argued that poker is a game of skill, now the NFL has suggested that sports betting is as well.
From the News Journal:
Delaware Sports Betting Bill Passes
DOVER, Del. (AP) - The state Senate approved a bill Tuesday that would authorize Delaware to become the only state east of the Mississippi River to offer sports betting, sending it to Gov.
Online Poker Key Issue White House Citizen’s Briefing Book
The Poker Players Alliance (PPA), the leading poker grassroots advocacy group with more than one million members nationwide, today praised the release of the White House Citizen's Briefing Book, a
Delaware Hot Button Issue in Sports Betting
The local Delaware media has been following recent developments in legislative agendas surrounding the legalizing of sports betting.
Online Gambling at a Crossroads in Australia
Australia's wagering industry is at the crossroads, reports the Sydney Morning Herald.
Mafia Princess Victoria Gatti Being Evicted From Mansion?
The New York Daily News declared her "Evict-Oria", reporting that Mafia princess, Victoria Gotti's palatial Long Island estate is currently under foreclosure.
Tread Cautiously When it Comes to Online Gambling Bill
The UK press is warning publicly traded UK betting firms that the latest bill introduced by Congressman Barney Frank last week is anything but a sure bet.
Michael Phelps a Sex and Online Poker Addict
Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps should "get another gold medal for love making" says stripper, Theresa White, in her tell all for the London tabloid
Unibet Positive Financial Results Announced
Swedish Internet gambling giant, Unibet, announced positive financial results Monday for the first quarter of 2009 in the midst of a worldwide recession.
Highlights included gross winnings revenue amounting to $31.3 million for the first quarter of 2009, profit of $10.9 mil for this same period and operating cash flow before movements in working capital amounting to $13.5 million. Active customers totaled 314,977.
Gambling911.com Online Gambling Top 5 Most Wanted – May 11, 2009
Jenny Woo here with a new feature we'll be offering up on Gambling911.com. It's the Top 5 Most Wanted in the world of online gambling.
Vegas Hotel Room Rates Will Increase
With signs that hotel occupancies are going up, MGM Mirage executives said demand for the company's hotel rooms is high enough to warrant an increase in room rates, which have plummeted during the
Barney Frank: No One Will Be Betting On Sports Matchups
At the behest of professional sports leagues, Congressman Barney Frank said his legislation announced last week would exempt online wagering on sports matches, even though they have long been a f
Poker Pro Maria Ho Sober Sats: Drinks LIke a Fish Sun - Fri
Poker pro Maria Ho will cut down on her drinking from 7 days a week to 6. She announced Saturday as a "sobriety day" (one would think Monday is better for that).
Annie Duke vs. Joan Rivers Celebrity Apprentice Showdown
It's being billed as the "Reality Television Battle of the Century" - Well, at least Gambling911.com is calling it that. But when you really get down to it, the bitter feud between come
Clonie Gowen Lawsuit Against Full Tilt Poker Losing Steam
While the Clonie Gowen lawsuit against Tiltware, parent company of FullTilt, is not yet dismissed, the case appears to be losing steam. Gowen claims she is deserving of a percentage of FullTilt P
Rugby League Captain Sentenced for Role in Pokie Scam
Former New Zealand rugby league captain Hugh McGahan has been sentenced in an Auckland District Court this week for his role in a $NZ2 million ($A1.56 million) pokie scam.
