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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.

Dead on Arrival: New Jersey Internet Gambling Bill Will Require Override

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 03/03/2011 - 22:15

UB.com Pays Online Poker Players Just to Show Up in Vegas for Main Event

Submitted by on, Thu, 03/03/2011 - 21:51

Break out the Belgian Waffles: Belgium as a Winner at Celebrity Poker Tournament

Belgium, annually voted the most boring country in Europe, has something to shout about.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Thu, 03/03/2011 - 21:45

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie Veto of Internet Gambling in State is “Conditional”: Still in Play

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 03/03/2011 - 15:23

Steve Gross Looks to Become First Team Brunson Poker Player to win WPT Title

All is on the line for Team Doyle Brunson player Steve Gross who is looking to become the first member of the elite “Brunson 10” to win a World Poker Tour (WPT) title.

The Brunson 10 was assembled last year to create a talent pool of young players representing arguably the oldest player in the world and his online poker room – DoylesRoom.com.

Submitted by Ace King on, Thu, 03/03/2011 - 14:55

Assemblyman Hopes to Work With NJ Governor on New Internet Gambling Measure

Following New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s decision to veto a bill that would make NJ the first state to legalize Internet gambling, state democrats spoke out about the decision.

“The reality is that Internet gaming is coming and we need to figure out a way to make it work to benefit Atlantic City casinos,” said Assemblyman John Burzichelli (D-Salem). “I hope to work cooperatively on new legislation that ensures New Jersey remains competitive for years to come in all aspects of modern gaming.”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 03/03/2011 - 14:34

Chris Christie Still Undecided on Internet Gambling in State: Has Until Midnight

Submitted by on, Thu, 03/03/2011 - 12:17

Chris Christie Press Conference On Internet Gambling Delayed

Submitted by on, Thu, 03/03/2011 - 11:42

Revenues Way Up At PartyGaming

PartyGaming has reported a huge rise in revenues for the year 2010.

Revenues rose by 15 percent from 2009 to €357.3m (£300m) to €310.1m, with casino revenues jumping to €151.4m from €136.3m, bingo revenues more than doubling to €51.4m from €22.8m and sports betting climbing to €20.8m from €13.2m. Poker revenues fell to €124.8m from €136.8m. Pre-tax profits fell to €43.8m from €57.4m.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 03/03/2011 - 10:47

Poker Player Accused of Killing Parents: “Being Deceptive is Part of My Job Description”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 03/02/2011 - 22:40

PokerStars Abruptly Pulls Branding from North American Poker Tour LA Stop

The world’s largest online poker room, PokerStars, has pulled its branding from the North American Poker Tour (NAPT) Bicycle Casino in Los Angeles.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 03/02/2011 - 21:10

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie Press Conference on Internet Gambling (Live)

Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 03/02/2011 - 20:50

Press of Atlantic City Confirms NJ Governor Chris Christie to Take Action on Internet Gambling Bill

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 03/02/2011 - 19:35

New York Man Hits Biggest Bad Beat Jackpot Ever

Submitted by on, Wed, 03/02/2011 - 17:38

Rivalry Brews Between Isildur1 and urnotindangr

Submitted by on, Wed, 03/02/2011 - 11:27

Prosecutor to Ernie Scherer: “Did you Give Your Mother Time to say Your First Name Before you hit her?”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 03/02/2011 - 10:37

Wall Street Journal: Once a State Legalizes Online Gambling, Others Will Quickly Follow

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 03/01/2011 - 21:37

Time Ticking in New Jersey as Christie Does not yet Take Action on Internet Gambling Bill

Thursday March 4, 2011 at the stroke of midnight Internet gambling could become legalized in the state of New Jersey. It would be the first US state to do so.

Governor Chris Christie has until that time to veto or sign off on a bill that could bring a much needed $28 million – if not more – to his state yearly. It’s not just the millions of dollars, it’s the many new jobs that will ultimately be created.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 03/01/2011 - 20:57

Player Wins $65,000 at Doyles Room Poker Rake Race

Submitted by on, Tue, 03/01/2011 - 20:00

Lock Poker and Bluff partner again! World Is Invited to 2011 Bluff Pro Challenge

Submitted by on, Tue, 03/01/2011 - 17:33

UB.com Invites Heavy Metal Fans & Poker Players to Slash the Tables for Big 4 Festival Tickets

Submitted by Payton on, Tue, 03/01/2011 - 15:38

Poker Player Ernie Scherer Says He Didn’t Bludgeon Parents

Testifying in his murder trial, poker player Ernie Scherer III insisted he did not beat and stab his parents to death in their Alameda County, California home three years ago this month.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 03/01/2011 - 12:50

Online Poker: Battle of the Ronin Rake Chase With $500,000 In Total Prize Money Up For Grabs

Submitted by on, Tue, 03/01/2011 - 12:32

Dancing With The Stars Cast Revealed: No Phil Hellmuth

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Tue, 03/01/2011 - 09:25

Bad Beat Jackpot at UB.com Soars to Over $1 Million

Submitted by on, Mon, 02/28/2011 - 18:54

Florida Next State to Legalize Online Poker

Assuming New Jersey Governor Chris Christie moves forward and signs a bill legalizing online poker, Florida could be next in line.

Submitted by Ace King on, Mon, 02/28/2011 - 10:12

Big Week Ahead for Online Gambling Backers in New Jersey

March 4 is the deadline for when New Jersey Governor Chris Christie can either veto or sign a measure into law that would legalize online gambling in the state.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 02/27/2011 - 19:42

Michael Tureniec Wins EPT Copenhagen for 3,700,000 DKK

Submitted by on, Sat, 02/26/2011 - 17:09

EPT Copenhagen 2011 Final Table Determined

The EPT Copenhagen 2011 final table has been set with eight players remaining. Who are they?

Submitted by Ace King on, Fri, 02/25/2011 - 21:08

DoylesRoom.com Pros Look to Repeat WPT Successes at LA Poker Classic

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 02/25/2011 - 14:34

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