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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.
Special Agents Crypto Fentanyl Sales Warnings Come at Dark Time for Poker Sector
Speaking at last week's CoinGeek Times Square conference Special Agent IRS Criminal Investigation, Richard Reinhardt, warned of the illicit sale of the drug Fentanyl through the blockchain causing countless number of deaths and, just one week later, we learn that poker pro Layne Flack was the latest victim of this scourge.
Gambling 911 World Exclusive: Poker Pro Layne Flack Died of Drug Overdose
The story that everyone in the poker world is talking about as Gambling 911 confirms the beloved player died of a combination of fentanyl, cocaine and methamphetamine intoxication.
Phil Hellmuth at This Year's WSOP: "I Think I'm Going to Burn This F***ing Place Down if I Don't Win"
"Unrelentingly", "Unacceptably", "Unspeakably": Words being lodged at poker pro Phil Hellmuth this week. Most of the words being used to describe him we don't dare publish on this family friendly site.
New Chucky Series Coming to Netflix: Will Star Poker Pro Actress Jennifer Tilly
Most in the poker world know Jennifer Tilly as one of the best female poker players, but the rest of the world knows her as none other than the Bride of Chucky.
Kentucky Receipts Rise Thanks to PokerStars Settlement
Kentucky’s tax collections surged again in September and were further bolstered by revenue from a legal settlement with an internet gambling site, Gov. Andy Beshear’s administration said Monday.
Americas Cardroom Relaunches Million Dollar Sundays
The tournament features a $1 Million guaranteed prize pool and satellites start at just $2
Matusow Demands WPT Commentator Who Ripped Him Be Fired
Professional poker player Mike “The Mouth” Matusow is calling for World Poker Tour television commentator and fellow poker pro Tony Dunst to be fired after Dunst denigrated Matusow’s poker-playing skills on Twitter. He sits down exclusively with Gambling911.com's own Thomas Somach.
WSOP 2021 to Kick Off Today
The WSOP begins Thursday and runs through Nov. 23 with 88 bracelet events, including the Main Event, the $10,000 No-limit Hold’em World Championship. All participants must be vaccinated, a mandate that has resulted in some controversy.
Gambling 911 World Exclusive: Matusow Responds to Accusation He's "Robbing" His Backers
The "Mouth" issues a fiery profanity-laced response to these allegations. “They can suck a d***!”
PokerStars to Pay Kentucky $300 Million to Settle Long Standing Gambling Suit
Then Govenor Steve Beshear called PokerStars and similar sites "leeches on our communities“ that hurt Kentucky’s signature industry, horse racing.
Poker Player Fakes Cancer Diagnosis to Claim Free Tickets on ACR
Letter filled with multiple grammatical mistakes posted to the Web and player reportedly makes death threats to CEO, player ambassadors.
Americas Cardroom Boss to Stake 6 Players for $5 Million Venom in Fight Against Cancer
Americas Cardroom head honcho Phil Nagy vowed to stake 6 people to play in this week's Venom PKO online tournament with the profit split being half to the player and half to breast cancer awareness.
A Look Back at Norm MacDonald's Poker Life and That Sitdown Interview With Americas Cardroom
In 2019, the late comedian talked about his WSOP experience as the poker world mourns his loss.
Suzie Zhao Murder Trial Delayed Until 2022: Poker Pro Burned Alive
The new date has been set at January 3rd, 2022. Jury selection was initially expected to take place this week in Oakland County, Michigan following two previous delays.
There is a Doyle Brunson Documentary Coming
According to a tweet from the ten-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner, a team have been filming for the last month with filming set to last "a lot longer".
Poker Pros Upset With Dealer Vax Exemption
Poker pros are crying foul over the recent mandate that requires entrants in the upcoming World Series of Poker be vaccinated, but not dealers.
The Direct Line From ‘Taxi Driver’ to ‘The Card Counter’
Paul Schrader knows he has a limited number of films left, so whatever he does from here on out is going to be for himself.
Americas Cardroom Becomes the Official Sponsor of Latin America’s Biggest Casino
We have some huge news that live poker fans will definitely enjoy. Americas Cardroom is now the official sponsor of Enjoy Punta del Este in Uruguay. We’re proud to be associated with this high-end property, which is home to the largest casino in Latin America!
Doyle Brunson Left Off "The Mount Rushmore of Poker" Sacrilege
Chris Moneymaker calls the recent Poker News list excluding Doyle Brunson a joke as he ponders possibly attending this year's WSOP after all.
Matusow Changes Course, Now Says He'll Wear Mask and Attend WSOP
Following Thomas Somach's exclusive interview with Mike Matusow, "The Mouth" goes off on the WSOP in his "Mouthpiece" podcast Sunday night.
Russell Crowe New Poker Flick Production Shut Down Over Covid 19 Positive
A crew member involved with the shooting of Russell Crowe's new poker film, Poker Face, has tested positive for Covid-19 and has forced production to shut down for the moment.
The Mouth Rails on WSOP Over Vax Mandate: "Totally Unfair!"
"I can’t wait to watch all the vaccinated players who demanded everyone who plays be vaccinated get covid," poker pro Mike "The Mouth" Matusow unleashed late Friday night.
WSOP 2021 to Require Proof of Vaccination
This mandate applies to all WSOP bracelet events, side events, satellites and live action or cash games. In order to be considered “fully vaccinated” you must receive your final vaccine dose at least 14 days prior to your entry date.
$5 Million GTD Venom PKO Tournament Kicks Off September 17
Get ready for The Venom $5 Million GTD for your chance to win a piece of this mega prize pool.
Hellmuth Crushed in High Stakes Duel
One of the most impressive streaks in recent poker history came to an end at the PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas Wednesday evening.
Porn Star Poker Player: Over 30 Sexual Assault Charges, 21 Victims
A one-time ambassador for Naked Poker, porn star Ron Jeremy has been indicted on 30 counts of sexual assault involving a staggering 21 alleged victims.
Poker Player Jailed for Assault in Underground Game
The host of an underground poker game in Singapore has been arrested after allegedly stealing a cellphone and $51,000 from a player's bank account. He was also charged with assault.
Once Kidnapped, Shot Poker Pro Looks to Make Comeback With New Book
4 Bullets will be about his many crazy adventures that include owing drug dealers and being left for dead in an alley as well as his one year recovery.
Ted Cruz to Appear on "Poker After Dark"?
Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz this week made an appearance along side World Series of Poker bracelet record holder Phil Hellmuth during filming of the next installment of "Poker After Dark"....and "The Brat" took plenty of abuse from his Twitter followers as a result.
Poker is Returning to Massachusetts, Hurricane May Cut Off Play to Online Sites in Coming Days
MGM Springfield is set to begin welcoming back poker players by the end of the year.
