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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.
Unibet Gets Rid of High Stakes Poker Cash Games
Unibet has opted to remove its NL800 and PL800 high stakes online poker games in an effort to protect players and the site's ecology.
Molly’s Game Rakes in Over $6 Million First Week of Limited Run
The highly anticipated poker film "Molly's Game," STX Entertainment, took in $3 million for Week 1 but with a limited run in 271 locations. The film averaged $11,476 and totalled $6,137,582 for the week.
How One Man Won Millions Playing Mixed Games in Poker
Poker pro Doug Polk talks to Jake Abdalla, also known as Jllama, instructor for the Mixed Games Course at Upswing Poker.
Poker Pro Daniel Negreanu is a Loser
He may be the biggest money earner in the game of poker but the past two years have been duds for Kid Poker.
Doyle Brunson on the Late Stu Unger: 'A Real Jerk When Gambling'
In a tweet Tuesday, legendary poker pro Doyle Brunson attempted to explain his often conflicting views of the late poker icon Stu "Stuey" Ungar.
Mid-States Poker Tour Enjoys Record-Breaking Year in 2017
Season 8 of the MSPT is in the books, and it was a record-breaking affair. We hosted eight Regional Events, 18 Main Events, catered to 19,484 entrants, awarded $13,992,243 in prize money, and broke nearly a dozen records in six states.
Growing Pains for Bitcoin, Other Crypto-Currency Online Poker Rooms
Professional Rakeback this week identified some of the causes for Bitcoin and other crypto-currency-based online poker rooms struggles to close out 2017 at a time when Bitcoin is inching towards the $20,000 mark.
Poker Player Goes on Another Bank Robbery Spree
2015 Borgata Summer Open winner Thomas Dougher is up to his old tricks again.
Poker Community, Including Detractors, Bid Farewell to Selbst
The poker community continued to be in shock this New Year's Day with the unexpected announcement that the biggest female money earner in the game will be retiring from it.
Vanessa Selbst Parts Ways With PokerStars, Retires From Poker
Vanessa Selbst shocked the poker world New Year's Eve day by announcing her decision to retire from the game that she loves.
Sneaky Reality Star Delivers A Plot Twist - High Stakes Poker Hand
Garrett Adelstein is at it again, this time on Live At The Bike in a $25/50 game that's playing pretty big. He defends his big blind with a questionable hand, but gets just the runout he was looking for.
Poker Pro Phil Hellmuth Teased for Wearing Tight Warriors Shirt: 'Showing Team Spirit'
Stop the teasing of poker pro Phil Hellmuth just because he's wearing a Golden State Warriors shirt that looks like it belongs on his 10-year-old son
First Ever WSOP China Comes to an End
Day 7 of WSOP China kicked off at 11 a.m., and the six players came back to their dream stage and fight for the first ever WSOP China gold bracelet. Just three hours later, Zhou Yun Peng took down the game,
Molly's Game Opens Big But With Limited Theatrical Release
The box office numbers are in for the opening weekend of the highly anticipated poker flick Molly’s Game, and they are good.
Daniel Negreanu Wants You to Think - 'Most Brilliant 10 Minutes' You Will Watch
Regardless of what you may think of poker pro Daniel Negreanu - he has his haters like Hollywood actor James Woods - there is no denying he's among the most brilliant minds in poker today.
Post Goes Inside Glamorous World of High Stakes Poker as Mollys Game Opens
The wait is over this Christmas Eve. Not for Santa, but for the opening of the most anticipated poker film since Rounders, Molly's Game.
Poker Pro Fedor Holz to Invest in eSports Organization Team Envy
With Fedor Holz announcing his retirement from the world of poker at the ripe old age of 24, he’s now revealed the intention of diving head first into another venture, the world of eSports.
Poker.com Domain for Sale for $20 Million
One of the biggest jokes in terms of domain name businesses: Poker.com: Who goes to that site? Well now it is selling for $20 million. Any takers?
Kalidou Sow Wins Last Ever PokerStars Championship in Prague
Kalidou Sow from Paris, France takes down the last ever PokerStars Championship held in Prague.
Poker Player Lauren Roberts: ‘I’ve Played in Some Really Sick Games’
High Stakes cash game player Lauren Roberts talks to Laura about the transition from cash games to tournaments and more
Tobey Maguire a ‘Royal Jerk at Poker Table’, Told Hostess to ‘Bark Like a Seal’
“Molly’s Game”, the new memoire from the so-called “Poker Princess” Molly Bloom, arrived in bookstores Thursday (June 12, 2014) and it’s not without its juicy tidbits blasting the likes of “Spider-Man” actor Tobey Maguire.
Bitcoin: The Basics for Online Poker Affiliates
Americas Cardroom answers all the important questions concerning the crypto-currency Bitcoin like What is Bitcoin?, Why use Bitcoin? And How does it work? All this in an effort to encourage online poker affiliates to use Bitcoin for all their transactions with the long established Internet card room.
Americas Cardroom Takes Crown With World’s Biggest Weekly Tourney
Look out, Americas Cardroom ushering in the New Year in a major, major way. We’re talking about a Sunday Major that’s bigger and better than what’s currently being offered to poker players around the world.
Doyle Brunson Said to be Doing Some ‘Serious Back Peddling’ in POTUS Bashing
Once a big supporter of US President Donald Trump, poker legend Doyle Brunson has made it clear he’s not exactly thrilled with Trump since he’s been in office. This sentiment was relayed in a tweet Thursday, making reference to this past Tuesday’s Alabama Senate race.
Caesars Bans Poker Player for Being Named in Legendz Sports Indictment
A player suing Caesars Casino for allegedly banning him had previously worked for the now-defunct Legendz Sports, a company the US Government forced to close in 2013.
Female Psychologist, Author Maria Konnikova Taking Poker World by Storm
Maria Konnikova is a psychologist, author and poker player you should be aware of, as she might be analysing you at the tables!
Jessica Chastain Receives Golden Globe Nomination for Molly’s Game Role
Jessica Chastain dazzled in a low cut blue gown at the Amsterdam premier of Molly’s Game, which could end up being the best poker film ever (until now it’s been Rounders). Chastain was nominated the night before for a Golden Globe.
Engel Wins Second HPT Title and $162k
Poker pro also earns Player of the Year honors
New Jersey Online Casinos Pass $700 Million in Lifetime Revenue
New Jersey's legal online casinos managed an array of achievements during a strong November, including surpassing $700 million in lifetime revenue since legalization in November 2013.
Arrested Gambino Crime Family Members Were Operating Illegal Sports Betting Ring
Seven individuals were taken into custody Tuesday morning, charged with loansharking, drug dealing and illegal gambling.
