Odds on How Many Rounds Will it Take to Elect the Next Pope

The world turns its gaze to Vatican City this Tuesday as the historic papal conclave approaches with just one day remaining until the election of the 267th pope begins.

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Just Over $6 Million Bet on Next Pope at Kalshi

So just how long will it take for the next pope to be selected and bets graded?  More likely in a matter of days but there have been times where the process took three years (1218 there were a lot of impatient bettors we suspect).

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Play Your Cardinals Right: Betting on Next Pope Gains Popularity Ahead of the Conclave

Next week’s conclave to elect the successor to Pope Francis as leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics is a solemn affair steeped in centuries-old traditions.

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Trump Odds to Become the Next Pope Are Pretty Bleak

On Friday, US President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself as the pope on Truth Social, and it has gone viral. 

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San Antonio Mayoral Election Odds Favor Female

San Antonio is set to choose a new mayor Saturday, following eight years of Ron Nirenberg in charge of the nation's seventh-largest city.

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Odds on UK's Mayoral and By-Election Thursday

On Thursday, May 1, voters in England will choose four metro mayors and 1,750 councillors in local elections.

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Matusow Has Dinner With Cruz and Kash

"Had dinner with these 2 American heros! @SenTedCruz and @FBIDirectorKash," Matusow tweeted.

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Exclusive: Trump to be Re-Elected in 2028 Largely Unavailable in Global Gambling Markets

Despite the 22nd Amendment, speculation over a Donald Trump Sr, 2028 run is heating up.

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Release the Epstein Files: Just 6 Percent at Kalshi Say They Will as High Profile Victim Virginia Giuffre Dead From 'Suicide'

Virginia Giuffre, a prominent survivor who accused Jeffrey Epstein of abuse, has passed away by apparent suicide.  She was only 41 years old.

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Pete Hegseth Odds of Being First Cabinet Member Ousted at Kalshi Shorten as Trump Offers Support

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth saw his chances of being the first cabinet member of the Donald Trump administration to exit move to as high as 53.4 percent early this week.  By Wednesday morning that number had dropped to 38.8 percent as The White House offered his full fledged support.

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Pete Hegseth to No Longer Be Secretary of Defense Odds Get Boost at Kalshi

The defense secretary is under fire after revelations that he shared classified information in a group chat with his wife, brother and lawyer, according to the official.

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Odds on Who Will Become the Next Pope

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died just one day after his surprise public appearance on Easter Sunday.   The Vatican confirmed his death Monday morning EST.

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Bet on Whether a Canadian NHL Team Would Visit the White House

One of the most celebrated traditions in American sports is the visit of championship-winning teams to the White House.

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Bannon Remarks Spark Onslaught of Trump 2028 Bets

Bannon said he's exploring as many as six scenarios that would enable Trump to run for a third term in 2028 and that "four or five of them are going to work."

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Ex-UK Lawmaker Charged With Cheating for Making Bet on Insider Information

A former Conservative lawmaker and 14 others have been charged with cheating when placing bets on the timing of Britain’s general election last year, the Gambling Commission said Monday.

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Ted Cruz to Take Part in Poker Fundraiser Where Attendees Are 'Worth 10 Percent of US GDP'

Mike "The Mouth" Matusow talks Trump, Bitcoin and more in his latest "Mouthpiece" podcast.

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Odds on Stephen A. Smith’s Running Mate for 2028

On April 7, talking head Stephen A. Smith said he will “no longer close the door” on running for president in 2028.

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Trump Could Make $115 Million From New York Casino

A high-stakes contest to decide who gets to build a casino in New York City could potentially result in a $115 million jackpot for President Donald Trump.

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Wisconsin’s Lopsided Supreme Court Election Odds

Wisconsin voters will cast their ballots today in a high-stakes election that will determine the balance of the state’s Supreme Court.

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Where Can I Bet on the Florida General Election to Fill Mike Waltz Seat?

A special election will be held in Florida on Tuesday to fill the U.S. House seats vacated by former representatives Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz.

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Trump's 2028 Odds Shorten…but so Did Obama's

The oddsmakers adjusted their numbers after hearing Sunday's news that President Donald Trump is "not joking" about running for a third term.

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Betting Odds on SignalGate Now Up: First to Resign, Be Fired

Michael Waltz, who created the Signal chat initially, is the betting favorite on the board.  

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Odds on Will Mike Waltz Resign Before May (Kalshi)

The fallout continued into late Wednesday from revelations that top national security officials discussed sensitive attack plans over the Signal messaging app.

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Conor McGregor Presidential Odds Are Not Looking Good

Conor McGregor...fighter, entrepreneur and...future president?

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Carney News Moves Canada PM Odds More Left

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to call a snap election on Sunday, with the vote anticipated to be held on April 28.

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Canada PM Odds Shift Toward Liberals amid Trump Backlash

Polls and pundits are indicating Canada has already had enough of Donald Trump's second term. 

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Trump Joint Session of Congress Address: Which Policy Will Be Mentioned The Most Odds

War(s) pays $130 on a $100 bet.  Tariff(s) pays $190 on a $100 bet.

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Odds on the Length of Trump Address: Over, Under 84.5 minutes

One of the more popular prop bets being offered at BetOnline is which of Trump's enemies he will mention the most times, with Joe Biden coming in as the +110 favorite.

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Trump Address Joint Session of Congress Prop Bets Include Zelensky, Putin and Pelosi

President Trump is set to deliver his first address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday.

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The speech comes as his administration pushes to overhaul the federal government, strengthen efforts against illegal immigration, and redefine the U.S. role on the global stage.

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No New Bombshells in Justice Dept's Release of Epstein Files as Betting Public Left Scratching Their Heads

The gambling public was left dazed and confused Thursday following the anticlimactic release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, stuff that was already in the public domain.

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Chevy Chase Maryland Supreme Court Litigator, Poker Pro Gets 6 Year Prison Sentence for Tax Evasion

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