Politics
Iran National Anthem Played at World Series of Poker
Bahador Ahmadi, a Canadian born Iranian, won $278,104 and a gold bracelet this past weekend at the 2009 World Series of Poker.
Ahmadi requested that the Iranian National Anthem be played in order to pay his respect to all those looking for reform in that troubled nation. Most of those in the room stood up to show their respect Pokerati reports that he told Nolan Dalla after his win:
Internet Gambling: European Firms Should Gain Access to US Again
Continuing my lengthy conversation with iMEGA chief, Joe Brennan, Jr., I asked about the potential for European Internet gambling firms, the likes of Paddy Power, William Hill, Ladbrokes, etc.., to
Goodbye Guy, Hello Obama? Goodbye Full Tilt Poker
Guy Laliberte, founder of billion dollar entertainment company Cirque du Soleil has disappeared off the Full Tilt radar.
Governor Steve Beshear Fails The People of Kentucky
Kentucky Governor, Steve Beshear, ran for governor in 2007 on a promise to supplement Kentucky's horse industry with money generated from an expansion of gambling. So far he is 0-2.
Kentucky's fierce debate over whether to legalize video gambling at horse racing tracks may have fizzled in the Senate earlier this week, but its political fallout will likely radiate into the 2010 legislative elections, the Associated Press reported on Thursday.
Odds on Governor Mark Sanford Resigning
The Fate of South Carolina Governor's Political Career is called Into Question and Bookies are Taking Bets
Wayne Allyn Root to Appear on Various News Outlets
Las Vegas, NV-Tuesday June 23, 2009--Libertarian 2008 Vice Presidential candidate Wayne Allyn Root appeared on "Cavuto" with host Neil Cavuto on FOX Business Network on Monday afternoon.
Kentucky Asks for More Time in Online Gambling Case
The Commonwealth of Kentucky has asked an Appeals Court for more time to respond in a highly publicized case concerning its failed attempt to seize 141 online gambling domains.
Gordon Brown Betting Odds Still Posted
Ireland's largest online bookmaker, Paddy Power, believes U.K. Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, will remain in his current role until March 2010.
New Jersey, Governor Corzine and Sports Betting a Hot Topic
One of the hottest discussions from this past week (and surely heading into this week) is the decision by New Jersey's Governor Jon Corzine to jump on the bandwagon to legalize sports betting in th
Gordon Brown Out of Office Before Election Say Punters
Gordon Brown will be out of office within a matter of days say bookmakers in the UK.
Wayne Root on Neil Cavuto
Syndicated national radio talk show host and 2008 Libertarian Vice Presidential Nominee Wayne Allyn Root will appear on "Your World with Neil Cavuto" today at 4:30 PM EST/1:30 PM PST on F
Issues That Destroyed the GOP: Online Gambling Prohibition
I am asked constantly by talk show hosts across the USA why I left the GOP and became the leader of a national Libertarian movement for smaller government and economic and personal freedom.
Susan Boyle Had Anxiety Attack: Will Sing for Obama
Initial reports had Britain's Got Talent runner up, Susan Doyle, suffering from either a nervous breakdown or what was coined as "exhaustion". By Wednesday, we were learning that the 48
Gordon Brown to be Out of Office Soon Say Bookies
Online bookies in the UK have begun slashing odds further on British Prime Minister Gordon Brown being out of office before the next general elections. This follows news that yet another cabinet
Wayne Root to Interview Ron Paul, Judge Napolitano
Wayne Allyn Root, the 2008 Libertarian Party Vice Presidential nominee and a regular guest personality on FOX News and FOX Business networks, is declaring "W.A.R." on big government begin
Ron Paul Gets Seduced by Sasha Cohen in Bruno Flick
The latest Sasha Cohen film, Bruno, could potentially become the summer's biggest comedy hit. The movie features a cameo appearance by none other than Republican Texas Congressman, Ron Paul. Co
Euro Election Odds Have Labour as Long Shot
With Labour having its worst poll showing in years just days before the Euro elections, oddsmakers have given Labour long 8.00 odds of winning.
NFL Won’t Go Down Without a Fight in Sports Betting Case
The NFL is vowing to fight a Delaware Supreme Court decision that will permit legalized sports betting in that st
No Apology But Obama Encourages Visits to Vegas
LAS VEGAS (AP) - President Barack Obama says Las Vegas is a good place for a quick visit, but is offering no apologies for remarks some say damaged the city's convention business.
Obama said at Nellis Air Force Base on Wednesday that there's nothing like a quick, midweek trip to Vegas. He singled out the city's sights and sounds. The comment drew cheers and applause, and Obama grinned.
Frank Depford: US Stop Two Faced Approach to Sports Betting
Frank Depford of National Public Radio (NPR) is calling out the US for what he says is a "two faced approach to sports betting".
Obama Arrives in Vegas for Start of World Series of Poker
They won't be able to Twitter at the poker tables but those players participating in the 2009 World Series of Poker, which gets underway this week, can still Twitter from Vegas...that is, if they c
Australia Website Blacklist to be Reviewed: Includes Online Poker Sites
A controversial push to block several thousand websites in Australia continues as the federal government there insists on playing "Big Brother", this despite the resulting uproar from Aus
Opposition to Sports Betting in Delaware About Money, Not Ethics
What a shocker, a columnist for the Prescott Daily Courier is calling out those who oppose legalized sports betting in Delaware, suggesting its all about money and nothing to do with ethics as thes
Court Weighs in on Delaware Sports Betting Legislation
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Kentucky Governor Wants Expanded Casino Gambling at Tracks
Officials from Churchill, Keeneland, Turfway Park and three smaller Kentucky tracks joined forces Wednesday in an effort to get state lawmakers support for approving expanded gambling.
"For a $4 billion industry and 100,000 jobs on the line, the Kentucky legislature has got to step up and find a way to make this work for us and give us a chance to be competitive," Ellis Park owner Ron Geary said.
Delaware Governor Speaks About Sports Betting
Delaware Governor Jack Markell spoke on a Sports Illustrated web telecast Tuesday regarding his decision to support legalized sports betting in his state.
Delaware becomes the only state east of the Mississippi River to allow betting on sports after the governor signed the legislation with Markell signing the bill into law this past Thursday.
Obama Refuses to Meet With Nevada Governor
President Barack Obama has refused to meet with Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons and other key business leaders in the state according to news reports.
Governor Gibbons requested the meeting in a letter to President Obama so the President could address statements he made that were critical to Nevada and have caused economic damage to convention business and tourism business, according to Action News 13 out of Las Vegas.
New Jersey Governor John Corzine Could Jump on Sports Betting Wagon
As Gambling911.com reported last week, New Jersey Governor John Corzine appears to be more "over the fence" than "on the fence" when it comes to legalized online sports betting
Gordon Brown Likely To Go Down Say Punters
Punters at one of Great Britain's largest sportsbooks are betting that Gordon Brown's time may be up. The sportsbooks are likely not shedding a tear as Gordon's administration has been at odds ov
New Jersey vs. Delaware in Race for Sports Betting
Neighboring states New Jersey and Delaware are racing to legalize sports betting with New Jersey focusing more on the Web element, enhanced through its teaming up with the powerful trade organizati
