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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.

Celebrity Poker Player, Trump Supporter James Woods: 'Rob (Reiner) Literally Saved My Career'

Despite their political differences, Woods appears on Jesse Waters show. "I want from basically being out of a job to getting an Academy Award nomination and I give all the credit to Rob."

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 12/16/2025 - 09:09

Titus Urges Committee Chairman to Put Bill Eliminating Gambling Tax Provision on Calendar

US President Donald Trump earlier in the week indicated he would consider supporting eliminating the new gambling tax.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 12/12/2025 - 15:32

Blazers Head Coach Chauncey Billups Lists $4.2M Lake Oswego Home Amid Poker Scheme Charges

Portland Blazers head coach Chauncey Billops has placed his Lake Oswego home on sale for an asking price of $4.2 million amid a massive probe into his alleged ties to a mob-run poker game syndicate.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 12/10/2025 - 14:40

Trump Considers Getting Rid of New Gambling Tax Provision

"We have no tax on tips, we have no tax on Social Security, and we have no tax on overtime. No tax on gambling winnings, I don't know. I'm gonna have to think about that."

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 12/10/2025 - 10:53

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Announces Winners of the 2025 Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open

After this month’s “Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open” (RRPO) at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla., it’s Kevin Knee of Presto, Pa. who walks away with $605,100 after winning first place in the $3,500 World Poker Tour (WPT) Championship.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 12/04/2025 - 20:56

Seminole Classic Casino December Promotions and Entertainment

New Unity Card members can earn up to $5,000 Free Play! Just some of the many perks players can expect during the month of December.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 12/03/2025 - 09:04

Poker Pros Vow to Retire if 2025 Gambling Tax Not Repealed

The Big Beautiful Bill was a sweeping U.S. federal statute, passed in 2025 by the 119th Congress as H.R. 1 and signed into law by US President Donald Trump, with gamblers getting caught up in the crossfire.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 12/03/2025 - 08:26

WSOP Pulls Plug on Documentary 'No Limit'

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) removed its eight-part docuseries "No Limit" from YouTube after the production company admitted to using AI to fabricate quotes from a featured player, Alan Keating.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 12/02/2025 - 10:06

Welman: ClubWPT Gold 'Shockingly Unfixed Problematic Brand'

Last month, the poker community went into complete meltdown after ClubWPT Gold reposted a video of a woman twerking on the poker table following a big win.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 12/02/2025 - 09:38

How 2025 U.S. Regulations Are Reshaping Online Poker Bonuses

Online poker in the United States has changed a lot over the past few years, but 2025 feels like a turning point. Regulations are shifting, bonus rules are tightening, and state laws are becoming more detailed about what operators can and cannot offer

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 12/01/2025 - 10:01

ClubWPT Gold Comes Under Fire for Posting Disturbing Twerking Video: Subject of Video 'Rose' Speaks

Poker world meltdown could be over for now.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 11/30/2025 - 16:50

Poker Pro Maurice Hawkins Beat Up at Poker Game

In what appeared to be an unprovoked attack, poker pro Maurice Hawkins was assaulted during a home poker game, the whole incident caught on video.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 11/28/2025 - 19:20

NO LIMIT WSOP Documentary Creator Accused of Using AI to Put Words in Mouth of Alan Keating

A new documentary about the World Series of Poker is facing backlash after its creator admits to using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to fabricate quotes in some episodes.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sat, 11/22/2025 - 20:42

Today's Gambling Headlines - Monday November 17, 2025

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Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 11/16/2025 - 22:02

$1 Million Guaranteed: $109 Buy-in Chris Moneymaker Mystery Million Underway

ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker became the first online poker player to win the WSOP Main Event in 2003, and it all started a revolution, making more millionaires out of no-name poker players.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 11/06/2025 - 15:21

'Mouth' Gets Lambasted for His '33' Conspiracy re: Demaryius Thomas Death

Outspoken poker pro Mike "The Mouth" Matusow tweeted out a conspiracy theory that had his followers mocking him relentlessly.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 10/22/2025 - 10:24

SCOTUSBlog Co-Founder Tom Goldstein Denied Efforts to Exclude Statements Made Upon Entering US With Nearly $1M in Cash

The monies are believed to have been obtained from high stakes poker machines across the globe, according to initial reports.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 10/19/2025 - 20:58

Can AI Really Help Me Win at Gambling?

From poker to sports betting to blackjack, understand which AI tools are most effective for assisting in your game of choice and how effective they really are.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 10/19/2025 - 11:08

Mental Tricks Professional Card Players Never Share

Card games rely on more than logic and luck. The best players dominate because they understand how to control their minds while reading everyone else’s. Beyond skill or strategy, success in professional poker often depends on emotional control, self-awareness, and psychological conditioning.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 10/16/2025 - 08:51

ClubWPT Gold to Defy California Sweepstakes Ban: Claims to Offer 'New' Model

Assembly Bill 831, a measure aimed at banning online sweepstakes gambling — including sweepstakes-based poker - was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom over the weekend.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 10/14/2025 - 13:45

29-Year Old Uber Driver Charged Suspected of Setting LA Fire That Ravaged Poker Pro James Woods Neighborhood

Authorities said they arrested a 29-year-old Florida man in connection with a deadly wildfire that ravaged a Los Angeles neighborhood in January.

Acting United States Attorney Bill Essayli identified the suspect as 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht, an Uber driver.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 10/08/2025 - 13:13

Unlock Your Shot at the Dual Venom PKOs: $5 Million GTD

The Venom PKOs aren’t your average tournaments. This is a two-fisted brawl for glory with the $5 Million GTD NLH and $1.5 Million GTD PLO, both kicking off Sunday, October 12th.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 10/03/2025 - 16:56

$10,300 High Stakes Buy-in Poker Tournament Promises Top Payouts

ACR Poker CEO Phil Nagy has just announced a new $10,300 high stakes buy-in with the top cash payout to be determined by the overall pool. Based on ACR Poker's global presence, we're likely talking a significant amount here

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 10/03/2025 - 16:42

541 Seats Up for Grabs to the Dual Venom PKOs

Here is your opportunity to win a $2,650 seat in the ACR massive Venom PKO tourneys shouldn’t be just a fever dream—it can be your reality!

Venom Fever Satellites (October 6th–26th) are guaranteeing 541 seats (each valued at $2,650) to the $5 Million NLH and $1.5 Million PLO. Both events kick off Sunday, October 12th.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sat, 09/27/2025 - 15:18

$5 Million GTD NLH PKO Venom ($2,650 Buy-in)

Get ready to throw down ACR Poker's two biggest Venom PKO tournaments ever—running side by side for the ultimate poker showdown. One features a guaranteed $5 million!!!! Buy-ins are $2650.

After the smash-hit dual Venom PKO’s last year, ACR Poker is back with even more action, bigger knockouts, and life-changing prizes.

These will take place in October with information appearing below.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 09/26/2025 - 23:50

Poker Playing Republican Politician Ted Cruz Defends Jimmy Kimmel

Suspended late night show host Jimmy Kimmel has the most unusual ally.

Ted Cruz wants lawmakers to get security escorts through America's airports - POLITICO

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 09/19/2025 - 19:56

Top Trending: WSOP Bracelet Record Winner Phil Hellmuth: 'No One Believes in My Cash Game Prowess'

The self-proclaimed "Poker Brat" went on an epic rant Thursday.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 09/19/2025 - 17:41

Top Trending: Phil Hellmuth Offers $1 Million Poker Cash Game Challenge to His Critics: 'Talk is Cheap'

Poker pro Phil Hellmuth wants to silence his critics once and for all....by offering a $1 million cash game challenge

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 09/16/2025 - 09:52

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