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Las Vegas Shooting Leads to Death of Innocent Bystander
October 3, 2023

Las Vegas Shooting Leads to Death of Innocent Bystander

A shooting near the Las Vegas Strip last Saturday night resulted in the death of a pedestrian struck by at least one stray bullet intended for another person, local cops revealed. The unnamed bystander was...

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Betting Platform Super Group Leaves India Following Massive Tax Hike
October 3, 2023

Betting Platform Super Group Leaves India Following Massive Tax Hike

India's decision to tax iGaming operators an unprecedented 28% Goods and Service Tax (GST) has already claimed its first casualty, just days after taking effect. In a not-so-surprising turn of events, global sports betting operator...

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Casino Crime Roundup: Woman Wounded in Louisiana Casino Lot
October 3, 2023

Casino Crime Roundup: Woman Wounded in Louisiana Casino Lot

A woman was shot in the arm after she refused to hand over her pocketbook on Sunday in a Louisiana gaming property parking lot. The unnamed victim was taken to a local hospital for emergency...

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Rapper Blueface Avoids Prison for Las Vegas Strip Club Shooting
October 3, 2023

Rapper Blueface Avoids Prison for Las Vegas Strip Club Shooting

The rapper Blueface was sentenced to probation on Monday for last year’s shooting at a Las Vegas strip club under a plea deal. The 26-year-old performer, whose legal name is Johnathan Jamall Porter and who...

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Greek Lottery Operator OPAP Faces $25M Anti-Competition Fine
October 3, 2023

Greek Lottery Operator OPAP Faces $25M Anti-Competition Fine

In a landmark decision, the Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC) has imposed a hefty €24.5-million (US$25.4 million) fine on the Greek gambling group OPAP. It alleges violations of Greek law and abuse of its former monopoly...

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Bad Beat: Patrick Mahomes’ Late-Game Slide Tilts Kansas City Chiefs Bettors
October 2, 2023

Bad Beat: Patrick Mahomes’ Late-Game Slide Tilts Kansas City Chiefs Bettors

A game-ending slide by quarterback Patrick Mahomes locked up a victory for the Kansas City Chiefs over the New York Jets. But the bad beat cost bettors millions in lost wagers during Sunday Night Football....

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Boston Celtics Now NBA Title Cofavorites After Jrue Holiday Trade
October 2, 2023

Boston Celtics Now NBA Title Cofavorites After Jrue Holiday Trade

The Portland Trail Blazers have sent point guard Jrue Holiday to the Boston Celtics in a trade. The move comes only a couple of days after they acquired him in a blockbuster deal for All-Star...

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Las Vegas Strip Luxury Store Theft Ring Leads to Two Arrests
October 2, 2023

Las Vegas Strip Luxury Store Theft Ring Leads to Two Arrests

Two suspects are facing court proceedings after allegedly stealing numerous items from upscale stores on the Las Vegas Strip. The duo swiped designer merchandise from Saks Fifth Avenue and Sephora stores in an elaborate scheme...

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Las Vegas Crime Round Up: Deadly Shooting on Strip
October 2, 2023

Las Vegas Crime Round Up: Deadly Shooting on Strip

Las Vegas police continue investigating a Saturday night shooting on Las Vegas Boulevard. The victim died from his wounds. The gunfire occurred at about 11:35 p.m. near the intersection with Oakey Boulevard. The unnamed victim...

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Brazil’s Sports Betting Push Draws Attention From the NFL
October 2, 2023

Brazil’s Sports Betting Push Draws Attention From the NFL

Brazil is in the process of creating a legal and regulated sports betting industry, despite opposition by more than a few well-placed individuals. There's little doubt that it will succeed, and the effort may have...

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