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Daniel Negreanu WSOP Win

Top Stories of 2024, #2: Poker Greats Ivey and Negreanu End Bracelet Droughts

In a year packed with unforgettable moments, 2024's World Series of Poker (WSOP) delivered an iconic storyline: two of poker’s most celebrated players, Phil Ivey and Daniel Negreanu, ended years-long bracelet droughts. These victories not only reaffirmed their greatness but added new layers to their already legendary careers. Phil Ivey Adds Bracelet No. 11 in Signature…

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betting turkey

Turkey Cracks Down on Influencers in Illegal Betting Raids Across 16 Provinces

Turkey’s authorities have launched a sweeping operation against illegal betting and virtual gambling, detaining 27 individuals across 16 provinces. Among those apprehended are social media influencers with massive online followings, highlighting the increasingly blurred lines between digital influence and criminal activity. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced the operation, which comes after four months of intensive…

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Ballys Chicago River construction cleanup

Bally’s Casino Project Debris Cleared from Chicago River as Demolition Awaits Restart

A wall collapse at Bally’s casino project site in Chicago caused an unexpected mess, with debris and a mysterious white substance flowing into the river. While the cleanup process seems to have tackled the immediate problem, questions about site safety and the timeline for resuming demolition work remain unanswered. The Collapse That Sent Ripples Through Chicago…

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Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario

Ontario’s NorthStar Gaming Penalty Cut by CA$10,000

NorthStar Gaming will now pay CA$20,000 (US$13,900) instead of the originally announced CA$30,000 penalty levied by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). The gaming operator successfully contested part of the fine, related to its compliance with a key regulation. Initial Penalty Announcement Back in October, AGCO issued a statement highlighting violations by NorthStar Gaming’s…

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New York Sportsbooks Hit $500M Weekly Handle as Football Frenzy Drives Bets

New York’s online sportsbooks surged to a $526.4 million handle during the week ending December 22, propelled by the excitement of college football playoffs and the NFL’s late-season action. According to the New York Gaming Commission, this marked a 17.6% increase over the previous week and was the second-highest total for December so far. However, while…

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