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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.
Can I Play on PokerStars From Utah, New Mexico?
PokerStars does not currently allow those from Colorado, Utah and New Mexico to play for real money on their website. Alternatives include Americas Cardroom, available to play for real money in all 50 states.
The Poker Beat - May 24, 2021
A poker legend passes away. Plus, the great debate: How do you view Hellmuth's 15 WSOP bracelets? Grinder vs. Legend
The Poker Beat - May 23, 2021
Chris Moneymaker cries "Theft", Jason "TiltedHard" Lawhun Bags Third NJSCOOP Title This Year, plus the Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Summer Festival key events have been unveiled.
Suspect Charged With Stealing $1 Million in Cash, Chips From Poker Pro
A 32-year-old man has been charged with eight felonies in connection to a brazen February home burglary in which about $1 million in cash and poker chips had been stolen from the victim's home.
ICU Nurse Brek Schutten Defeats Largest Field In WPT History
Brek Schutten has worked the frontlines during the Covid-19 pandemic while raising four kids under the age of nine and now we're happy to report he's $1.3 million richer this day.
Crime Beat: Syracuse Man Sentenced to at Least 20 years in Prison for Shooting at High-Stakes Poker Game
Charquan Edwards, 29, will serve at least 20 years behind bars after a jury found him guilty of shooting a man during a high-stakes poker game in 2015.
Trump Ally Accused of Honeypot Trap Against FBI is Poker Player
The New York Times claimed that Khait was among several specially-trained operatives working as part of a group that backed former US President Donald Trump.
Poker Player, Sports Bettor Jailed for 14 months in $1million Tax Evasion Case
A Connecticut sports bettor and part-time poker pro has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for evading taxes on more than $1million of poker gambling winnings. He must also pay back more than $800,000.
What Time is the 2nd Round of the Hellmuth Negreanu Duel?
The “High Stakes Duel" pits pros Daniel Negreanu, the top money earner, against Phil Hellmuth, the record bracelet holder.
Susie Zhao Murder Trial Delayed Again
The 33-year-old poker player was bound, sexually assaulted, and burned alive.
Results of Record-Breaking 2021 WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Announced
Celebrating its 10-year partnership, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood and World Poker Tour (WPT) announce the results of a record-breaking 2021 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown. There were 2,482 entries in the tournament’s $3,500 WPT NLH Championship producing a prize pool of $7,942,400.
Online Poker Tournament Strategy Guide : 5 Tips to Win Big by Betting Small Stakes
Small stakes online poker is something that can be painstakingly long, and frustrating at times. Yet, despite this, it can still be fantastically fun to play and dedicate your time to. In any gambling game, it can be super difficult to not actually enjoy your time while you play and compete against other players.
BetMGM Launches BetMGM Poker and Borgata Poker in Pennsylvania
BetMGM today announced the launch of BetMGM Poker and Borgata Poker in Pennsylvania, giving customers access to benefits tied to Borgata Hotel, Casino & Spa in Atlantic City as well as other MGM Resorts’ casino-resorts nationwide.
Progressive Knock Out Super Series (PKOSS) to Pay Out $25 Million
It's being billed as the biggest tournament series in Americas Cardroom's two decade history, and it’s packed into just two weeks. Get your sleep in now because there’s non-stop action coming your way starting May 9, 2021 and going through to May 24.
$5 Million Venom PKO Kicks Off Friday at Americas Cardroom
The Americas Cardroom $5 Million GTD Venom PKO is the biggest progressive knock out tourney in online poker, and it kicks off this Friday April 30, 2021.
Poker's Newest Millionaire Vanessa Kade Talks Big PokerStars Sunday Million Win
Canadian poker pro Vanessa Kade earned $1.5 million last month by winning the 15th annual Poker Stars Sunday Million online tournament. She recently sat down with our Thomas Somach to discuss this huge accomplishment as well as her recent well publicized spat with Instagram influencer Dan Bilzerian.
Poker Pro Lynne Beaumont Accuses Terik Brown in Bitcoin Scam, Case Takes Sinister Turn
The accuser has received odd visits at her former home followed by phone messages that warn to stop defaming Terik (Tizzy) Brown
Americas Cardroom New Software Eliminates Predatory Behavior at Tables
Americas Cardroom has unveiled its new software. Features include the ability to eliminate predatory practices at cash game tables.
$5 Million Venom PKO Kicks Off Today
Americas Cardroom has hundreds of seats up for grabs via our Venom PKO Fever satellites which start Friday, April 9th.
Oh My God: Brunson Blocks Doug Polk, Matt Glantz Over "Atheist" Tweet
Brunson: "The reason I blocked Doug Polk is the smug way he portrays himself. And what he says might be true, nobody should declare themselves as the greatest of all time. Your peers should do that to be really true."
WynnBET Launches Mobile Sports Book In Fifth State
WynnBET, the premier casino and sports betting app from the global leader in luxury hospitality, Wynn Resorts, opened its mobile sports book in Indiana today.
World Series of Poker 2021 to be Held in September
In a sign that life may be coming back to normal following a global pandamic that has shut down major events over the past year, the World Series of Poker has announced its Main Event in the US will take place in-person at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino Thursday, Sept. 30 through Tuesday, Nov. 23.
Phil Hellmuth Defends Legacy Before Taking on Kid Poker
"High Stakes Duel" takes place Wednesday March 31, 2021 starting at 2 pm and features Phil Hellmuth going up against Daniel Negreanu in an effort to determine the GOAT of Poker.
GGPoker 150M Spring Festival Schedule Released: Team Up With deadmau5
GGPoker has released the schedule for its 150M Spring Festival. The popular online poker site will be teaming up with legendary Canadian DJ and music producer deadmau5.
Todd Brunson Takes on Kids in Cages and the Latest DC Narrative
Poker pro Todd Brunson says he had "bitten his lip" on the topic of illegal border crossing and the more troubling dention of children, many of whom arrive unaccompanied by adults.....Plus, the latest odds on President Joe Biden finishing his term in office.
Top 5 Poker Podcasts You Should Definitely Add to Your Playlist
In recent years, podcasts have become a hit and you can find them for any niche. Poker is no exception and there are regular podcasts that provide valuable content. Whether it is about strategy, news, or anything else, you can learn a lot and have fun listening to them at the same time. There are a lot of different poker podcasts on the market, so we decided to choose a few that we like the most, which you can watch/listen to and maybe add to your playlist.
HONR Network Clarifies Involvement in Mike Postle 'Cheating' Scandal
HONR Network, an advocacy group performing work on behalf of alleged poker cheat Mike Postle, has issued a statement regarding its involvement in the matter. Postle has claimed his innocence and information.
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Elgin Baylor Blamed for Lakers Poker Ban
Lakers Hall of Famer Gail Goodrich reminisced about the late great Elgin Baylor, and in particular how he would "take all our money".
Vanessa Kade Wins PokerStars Sunday Million 15th Anniversary Tournament
Canadian poker pro Vanessa Kade has just won the PokerStars Sunday Million 15th Anniversary tournament, beating out a field of 69,876 to win $1.5 million.
