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Los Angeles Lakers or Chicago Bulls Could Sign Ex-UNLV Forward Christian Wood
The Los Angeles Lakers were close to signing former UNLV power forward Christian Wood. But the Chicago Bulls have entered the chat and can offer the free agent more money. Wood, a 6-foot-10 big man, went undrafted out of UNLV. He's played...
Bermuda, Still with No Casinos, Paying Gaming Commission Execs Six Figures
Just when it seemed like Bermuda was going to finally get its first casino last year, political turmoil got in the way. There is still no gaming in the British Overseas Territory (BOT). But that doesn’t prevent it from maintaining a Bermuda...
Influencers Peddling Gambling, Other Activity Face Possible EU-Wide Regulations
Across the European Union (EU), several countries, including France, are taking action against influencers who promote gambling, cryptocurrency, and financial products. This piecemeal approach from country to country doesn’t impress the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), which is pushing for regionwide...
Betting on Hamster Races is Real, and It’s Live on Twitch
Streaming platform Twitch might be shying away from many forms of gambling content, but it’s adding a new one. Gambling on hamster races is real, and bettors can follow all the action on the Amazon-owned platform. Hamsters.gg is a website that bills...
Gambling Raids in Several States Lead to Multiple Arrests, Seized Property
Four illicit gambling operations in several states have lead to recent arrests and the apprehension of illegal devices, cash, and firearms. On Thursday, authorities uncovered a Leeds, Ala., illegal gambling operation. Five gambling machines, two firearms, and an unspecified amount of cash were...
Fontainebleau Hotel Smoky Blaze Leads 93 Las Vegas Firefighters to Respond
Fire officials are continuing to investigate Saturday afternoon’s rooftop fire at the Fontainebleau Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. A plume of smoke could be seen for miles as 93 firefighters responded. It appears the fire ignited roofing materials and debris on...
New York Yankees Have the Most Superstitious Fans in Baseball
The New York Yankees have won more championships than any other team in MLB, with 27 World Series victories. It might be a surprise that the Yankees have the most superstitious fans in baseball. Some of the most iconic members of the...
Casino Crime Round Up: Gambling Addicted N.H. Minister Heading to Prison
A one-time pastor was sentenced this week to 18 months in prison for stealing about $130,000 from a New Hampshire church. Some of the loot was used to pay for his gambling debt with other money used for personal purchases. Gregory Neal,...
Ontario IGaming Far Outpacing Sports Wagering
New numbers show total wagers on online casino games are beating sports-related betting in Ontario. Data from iGaming Ontario shows Ontarians placed CA$14 billion in total wagers in the second quarter of 2023. About $11.6 billion of that total was casino compared...
New York Jets Trade Unhappy Denzel Mims to the Detroit Lions
Denzel Mims requested a trade last season and the New York Jets finally said goodbye to the disgruntled wide receiver when they dealt him to the Detroit Lions. If Mims makes the Lions' 53-man roster, then the Lions will send the Jets...
