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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.
First Ever Costa Rica Hurricane: Disruptions to Sportsbooks Possible Thanksgiving Day
Hurricane Otto reaches Category 2 strength and makes landfall just above the Costa Rica, Nicaragua border.
How This Town Became a Hub for Poker and Porn
This town lost a countless number of jobs, was in need of a new industry and in recent years got one………. porn and poker.
Huffington Post: The Poker Player Who Wants to Save the World
This week, the Huffington Post interviews one of poker’s top female players, someone they describe as a “palpable aura of charisma and self-assurance with a sense of genuine niceness”.
PokerStars Could Make Australia the Latest in Growing List of Restricted Jurisdictions
PokerStars parent company had already stopped sponsoring Aussie Millions tournament
Brazil Senate to Vote on Bill That Would Legalize Online Gambling
The Brazil Senate is set to vote December 7 on the legalization of Internet Gambling in South America’s largest nation.
Internet Gambling Prohibition RAWA Could be Inserted in Spending Bill
Casino magnate and GOP mega donor Sheldon Adelson has been pushing for online gambling prohibition for the last few years and now he may have an opportunity to get legislation passed
All You Can Eat Thanksgiving Day Bonus at Americas Cardroom Online Poker Site
Stuff your bankroll this Thanksgiving Weekend on Americas Cardroom! From November 24th to November 27th, Americas Cardroom is running a 4-part All You Can Eat Bonus promotion!
President Trump Good or Bad for Online Poker?
The TwoPlusTwo.com posting forum conducted a survey asking its members to vote on whether newly elected US President Donald Trump will be good or bad for legalized online poker in America.
How to Negotiate Like a Poker Player
Entrepreneur 360™ features a great piece on how to negotiate business like a poker player.
PokerStars Expected 2017 VIP Changes
Poker media outlets have begun publishing the anticipated PokerStars changes to its VIP program and it appears they will continue to polarize high stakes players
PA Sobering Fiscal News as Legalized Online Gambling Remains on Back Burner
Pennsylvania state government received sobering fiscal news Tuesday, as the Legislature’s independent budget analyst projected more big deficits are looming, including a shortfall this year.
Brian Hastings is Just Like Hillary ... So He Says
Big name poker pro in recent days has compared his multi-accounting scandal from last year to that of losing Democratic US Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s email private server controversy.
Former Amaya CEO Accused of Insider Trading Wants to Buy Company Back
Amaya Inc's (AYA.TO) former chief executive, David Baazov, has offered to buy the Canadian online gambling company in a deal valued at about C$3.48 billion ($2.56 billion).
'Bridesmaids' Star Chris O'Dowd Latest Actor to Join ‘Molly’s Game’ Cast
Chris O’Dowd has been confirmed among the latest cast members of the upcoming poker flick Molly’s Game.
Sands Bethlehem Plans $90 Million Expansion, to Include Larger Poker Room
Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem is planning a massive $90 million expansion that will included added restaurants, slot machines and a much larger poker room.
Borgata Wants Phil Ivey to Pay Back $15 Million
Borgata legal counsel wants poker pro Phil Ivey and his casino companion Cheung Yin Sun to pay back $15 million, claiming that they violated the New Jersey Casino Control Act.
Poker Pro Doyle Brunson Happy for a Trump Win but ‘Scared’: Wins $300K State Bets
Texas Dolly had reservations about Trump but could never bring himself to support Hillary Clinton
Triton Super High Roller Series Winner Gets Over $2 Million: Wai Kin Yong Wins
Nosebleed action in the Philippines this week resulted in Wai Kin Yong winning a cool $2 million and some change at the Triton Super High Roller Series HK$500,000 Main Event held in Manila.
Trump Presidency Not Good for US Online Poker Industry Site Claims
There’s a very real chance that US President-Elect Donald Trump could affect the arc of online gambling in the U.S., and likely not in a good way, writes one industry reporter
Americas Cardroom Introduces Sit & Go 2.0: New Evolution in Online Poker
Americas Cardroom will soon be introducing Sit & Go 2.0, described as the next evolution of poker!
Phil Ivey an ‘Honest’ Cheater’?
A high court in London may have denied poker pro Phil Ivey his appeal to recover “winnings” in the amount of $9.6 million after Genting Casino claims he cheated, but at least the court concluded that Ivey was an “honest cheater”.
Phil Ivey Loses Appeal Against London Casino Over £7.7m Winnings
Poker pro Phil Ivey will be unable to collect on his over £7.7m in winnings after losing his appeal in a high profile “edge-sorting” case
PA Online Poker Not Happening This Year
The Pennsylvania Senate has placed online poker legislation on hold and its likelihood of getting anywhere this legislative session seem close to zero.
One Time Nail Salon Owner Wins 2016 WSOP Main Event and Over $8 Million
Former nail salon owner and failed professional baccarat player Qui Nguyen (Kwee Win) has won the World Series of Poker Main Event after the longest heads-up matchup in tournament history.
WSOP Circuit Champ Pleads Guilty in Bogus Debt Collection Scheme
The winner of two World Series of Poker circuit tournaments has plead guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy for his involvement in an elaborate $31 million bogus debt collection scheme.
World Series of Poker Final to Award $8 million This Week
There is another World Series that has people excited with an $8 million prize at stake.
Black Market Smartphones Turning Live Poker Cheats “Superusers"?
A uniquely developed smartphone has reportedly turned up on the black market that is designed to help live poker players view their opponents hole cards and essentially turn them into “superusers”.
Black Market Smartphones Turning Live Poker Cheats “Superusers"?
A uniquely developed smartphone has reportedly turned up on the black market that is designed to help live poker players view their opponents hole cards and essentially turn them into “superusers”.
PA Web Poker Bill Passes in House
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives adjourned Thursday after a busy pre-election legislative agenda that included passing a bill that would allow casino-style gambling in Pennsylvania to expand to the internet
Judge Says Poker Pro Phil Ivey Broke Rules in $10 Million Casino Win
A federal judge ruled on Friday that poker pro Phil Ivey and a companion violated state gambling regulations in the way they won nearly $10 million at cards at an Atlantic City casino.
