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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.
Last Chance at $1 Million: Online Super Series XL Two-Day Tourney Kicks Off Sunday
With almost three weeks of super-sized tournament action winding down, Americas Cardroom is rewarding $12 million in guarantees with its OSS XL, concluding April 6.
Where Can I Find Fastforward Poker Online? What Sites Offer It?
Fastforward Poker can be found at PartyPoker and is a variation of fast-fold games. PartyPoker is only available in the countries listed below. Americas Cardroom's version of fast-fold games is available to most players worldwide including the US. It is called Blitz Poker, available only on mobile devices.
MGM Springfield Taken For $30k By Brazen Cheat
The MGM hotel and casino in Springfield, Massachusetts is suing an individual for allegedly engaging in one of the oldest cheats in the books.
High Five Poker Tournament Returns 4 20 Days in April
The High Five Tournament features $5 Million in guaranteed prize pools and will run 4 20 days from April 7th to 26th. This includes three $420,000 Main Events. It’s incredible poker FOUR 20 days.
How to Enjoy Online Gambling in Australia
Gambling has been part of Australian culture for many years.
Online Super Series XL: $12 Million Guaranteed
With almost three weeks of super-sized tournament action and exciting events around the clock, Americas Cardroom has launched its OSS XL, featuring a little something for everyone during these tough times.
Today's Top Poker News - March 6, 2020: Stones Wants Cheating Case Thrown Out
These are your hot stories in the world of poker for Friday March 6, 2020.
Today's Top Poker News - March 4, 2020: Further Delays in Postle Cheating Case
US District Court Judge Morrison C. England Jr. has granted another extension in the case brought by nearly 100 victims of alleged cheating by Stones Live star Mike Postle during live-streamed poker cash games.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood and World Poker Tour Celebrate 10-Year Partnership
Poker action returns to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. with the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown kicking off on Thursday, April 16. The tournament celebrates the 10-year anniversary of Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood and World Poker Tour’s (WPT) partnership.
Important Message From WPN CEO re Cancellation of Multi-Day $1M GTD
WPN CEO Phil Nagy announced Sunday the cancellation of event #106, a multi-day $1M GTD
What Led to Racist Outburst at Oregon Chinook Winds Poker Room?
The poker world is still in shock and mostly disgusted over an incident this week at an Oregon poker room. The culprit, self-proclaimed Nazi, Ricky Forbito, initially launched a foul-mouthed sexist tirade against a female poker player. He then took his vitriol out on another player, Will Butler. CardsChat posed the question, what exactly led up to the racist outburst with Forbito using the "N" word on numerous occasions.
Doug Polk: Very Good Chance Coronavirus Will Force Cancellation of WSOP
Poker pro Doug Polk hinted at the idea that the coronavirus could result in the cancellation of this year's World Series of Poker.
Racist and Violent Poker Player Caught on Video (Video)
“I’ve experienced racism more times than I can count but never at a poker table. Maybe micro aggressions but never anything like this”.
Maria Ho Beaten By Four Amateurs
Popular professional poker player Maria Ho found herself getting beaten by four rank amateurs known as The Try Guys....and millions got to see it happen.
Nelly Goes Nuts at Poker Table
Hiphop artist Nelly ("Hot in Here") got into a heated exchange with a fellow poker player following a performance in Connecticut.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Announces Winner of 2020 Lucky Hearts Poker Open
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. concluded its 2020 Lucky Hearts Poker Open (LHPO) Wednesday. Besting 843 entries in the WPT NLH Championship, Brian Altman, of Boston, Mass. made history by winning his second career WPT LHPO title for $482,636 plus a $15,000 entry into the season-ending Baccarat Crystal WPT Tournament of Champions.
Anonymous Claims Alleged Poker Cheater Mike Postle Played at Other Casinos
Rounder Life magazine has continued its ‘investigation’ into the Mike Postle scandal by publishing an article that claims an ‘unnamed’ manager at an ‘unnamed’ casino played ‘hundreds of hours’ against the alleged cheat…
California Attorney General Orders Shutdown of Magnolia Card Room
Attorney General Xavier Becerra has ordered the shutdown of a California card room out of concerns that the establishment is ‘seriously underfunded’ and will be unable to pay poker players.
Ho Yeah! Winstar World Resort and Maria Ho on How to Play Pai Gow Poker
Learn the basics from WinStar World Casino and Resort Ambassador and Pro Card Player, the amazing Maria Ho.
Jason Somerville Parts Ways With PokerStars to Become a Pro Sports Bettor
Jason Somerville, one of the few openly gay poker pros, has announced he is leaving his role as PokerStars ambassador to pursue professional sports betting. He is the latest of a series of big name pros to part ways with the site.
Latest Poker News
Welcome to our new Poker News blog, all the latest tournament, player and juicy stories related to the game.
Gambling and Sports Betting News January 2, 2020: Climate Change Now Affecting Casinos?
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday January 2, 2020.
ACR Launches Blitz Bonus Builder
If your New Year’s resolution is to make more money in 2020, The Americas Cardroom Blitz Bonus Builder promo is a great way to start. From January 1st until January 10th, you’ll earn $10 bonus cash for every 250 Blitz Poker hands you’re dealt. Earn up to $100 bonus cash daily ($1,000 total).
Two Lives With Olivier Busquet Second Podcast Released
Dan Colman is the guest on Olivier Busquet's second podcast episode entitled "Two Lives With Olivier Busquet" and available via the Apple Store.
Americas Cardroom News - ACR Hints at Increase in Already Massive Tournament Guarantee
Americas Cardroom always offers regular updates, promos and top tournaments. Below you will find all the latest company news.
Gambling and Sports Betting News December 23, 2019: These Stocks Are Climbing in Wake of Draftkings Going Public
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday December 23, 2019.
Bitpunter Shaking Up the Online Casino, Sportsbook Crypto Landscape
Bitpunter is being described as the ‘world's first transmining sportsbook and casino’. What’s that? Instead of gamblers paying a currency trading fee, they are given tokens – and Bitpunter’s model pays back 80% of net gaming revenue to token holders.
Poker News Updates December 2, 2019: Alex Foxen Wins Record-Breaking WPT Five Diamond Poker Classic Main Event
Welcome to our new Poker News blog, all the latest tournament, player and juicy stories related to the game for this day Monday December 23, 2019.
Draftkings Sportsbook, PokerStars Searches Surge in Michigan After Bill Signed Into Law
After Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill into law allowing for sports betting, online poker and casino games in the state, search inquiries for Draftkings and PokerStars shot up dramatically, according to monitoring of the Gambling911.com website.
