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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.
Fall Deficit Deal Could Provide Forum for Internet Poker Advocates in US
Supporters of legalizing Internet poker are hopeful that a fall deficit deal could provide the perfect forum for their efforts.
I. Nelson Rose: “If Washington DC Online Poker Works, Other States Will Follow”
Poker Pro Phil Hellmuth Listed Among “Most Punchable” Athletes
The Bleacher Report has listed poker pro Phil Hellmuth (aka “The Poker Brat”) among its list of “Most Punchable” Athletes.
EPT Season 8 London Festival of Poker Schedule Announced
The EPT Season 8 London Festival of Poker schedule has been announced by sponsor PokerStars.
Portuguese Poker Protigy Jose “Girah Macedo Gets Busted Again: Dropped by Lock Poker
Over this past weekend, Gambling911.com noticed an influx of searches pertaining to Portuguese poker prodigy Jose “Girah Macedo”, and now we know why.
Full Tilt Poker Pays Licensing Fee to Alderney Gambling Control Commission
WickedChopsPoker.com is reporting that troubled online poker firm Full Tilt Poker has paid the $450,000 owed to the licensing agency Alderney Gambling Control Commission.
A-Rod Not Banned From Baseball Over Poker Allegations
Major League Baseball has decided it will not ban Alex Rodriguez (A-Rod) from the league following allegations he participated in underground high stakes poker games.
A-Rod has been linked to games tied to an elaborate ponzi scheme. Spiderman actor Toby Maguire has been sued by investors for his participation.
Poker Pro Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi Gets Breeders Cup Sponsorship
Last year’s World Series of Poker finalist Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi has received a Breeders Cup sponsorship.
Mizrachi, who just last year was in such dire financial straits he lost two homes to foreclosure and owed a few hundred thousand in back taxes, is the youngest poker player on the top 10 all time money list. To date, he has won more than $11 million in live poker tournaments. Mizrachi won a few million dollars at last year’s WSOP in multiple events including his top nine finish in the main event.
Uruguay Takes Center Stage Again, This Time at LAPT Punta Del Este Final Table
Alex Gustavo Komalomi from Uruguay led the way at the LAPT Punta Del Este Final Table, placing that South American nation in the spotlight once again.
Online Gambling Approved in Greece as Part of Reform Bill
Absolute Poker Payouts Increasing in Canada, Europe as Full Tilt Poker Players Get Shafted
In an ironic twist, some European and Canadian customers left hanging by Full Tilt Poker’s abrupt closure on June 29 may be heading to Absolute Poker
FairPlayUSA Probably No Friend to International Online Poker Sites
Italy Debt Crisis: Online Poker Cash Games, Super-Satellite Tournaments Will Help
Ilari "Ziigmund - Ilari FIN" Sahamies Wins $178k in an Otherwise Bad Year
Isildur1: From Last Week’s Biggest Winner to This Week’s Biggest Loser
Eric “Rizen” Lynch Online Poker Employee of The Month – Lock Poker August 2011
Online Poker Frequent Player Points, Free Roll Fridays and Punta Cana Package
DoylesRoom online poker is giving away the house, including a $25,000 points race and tons of free cash.
A-Rod Under Investigation By Major League Baseball for Alleged Illegal Poker Games
Singapore Leads List of Top Online Gambling Spenders
Who are the biggest online gambling spenders in terms of nationalities? Singapore leads the list.
Greece Pushes for Fast Track Regulation of Online Gambling: US Politicians Pay Attention
Greece needs money. Greece needs online gambling. And the USA is in the same predicament. We compare the two.
Daniel "Jungleman12" Cates Denied Entry Into Canada Then Deported
Poker pro Daniel “Jungleman12” Cates was denied entry to Canada and then deported for failing to have a visa last week.
He tweeted:
