MPs urge gambling tax hike despite industry warnings
Cross-party committee challenges Treasury to increase betting levy despite industry claims it would harm jobs and investment, arguing current rates fail to reflect societal costs.
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Ex-NBA Star Damon Jones in Court Over Gambling Charges
Ex-Cleveland Cavaliers guard Damon Jones appears for arraignment on serious gambling charges that could carry up to 10 years imprisonment, as sports betting controversy rocks basketball world.
Gambling tax could rescue 75,000 children from poverty
Exclusive analysis reveals how redirecting gambling levy funds could transform lives amid Britain's growing poverty crisis, as benefit caps push families to breaking point.
NBA Gambling Scandal Deepens: Prosecutors Reveal 'Rat' Informant
Exclusive: Federal prosecutors unveil explosive details in widening NBA betting scandal, with a key informant dubbed 'The Rat' providing evidence against multiple high-profile figures in professional basketball.
Pregnant British teen cleared in Georgia drug case
Exclusive: 19-year-old Bella Culley, seven months pregnant, finally flies home to Britain after Georgian authorities drop drug charges in dramatic U-turn following international pressure.
Melbourne Cup Betting Defies Economic Pressures
Despite cost-of-living pressures and growing ethical concerns, Australians continue to embrace Melbourne Cup betting traditions, with the 'race that stops a nation' showing remarkable resilience in the gambling market.
Alabama Football Star Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. Arrested
Former Alabama Crimson Tide standout Dre Kirkpatrick Jr., son of NFL veteran Dre Kirkpatrick, faces multiple felony charges including illegal firearm possession and drug offences after dramatic arrest in Tuscaloosa.
NBA Stars in Gambling Probe: Mafia Links Investigated
Exclusive: Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and coaching legend Chauncey Billups embroiled in federal investigation into illegal gambling ring with alleged mafia connections. Shocking details emerge about NBA wages being used in underground betting operation
Apple Pay Casinos Revolutionise UK Mobile Gambling
Discover how Apple Pay is transforming the UK's online casino landscape with instant deposits, enhanced security, and exclusive bonuses for British players.
Student at heart of NBA gambling scandal involving celebrities
Exclusive investigation reveals how USC student Sophia Wei became entangled in a high-profile NBA betting ring involving millions, with connections to celebrities including Kevin Hart and Drake.
NBA's Gambling Mafia Scandal: Urgent Memo Warns Teams
The NBA has sent an urgent warning to all teams about sophisticated gambling syndicates with alleged organised crime links attempting to infiltrate the league, raising alarm bells about potential match-fixing and corruption.
AFL star reveals dad's death sparked gambling addiction
AFL champion Sam Docherty opens up about his devastating gambling spiral following his father's passing, detailing his journey to recovery and the lessons he's learned.
Mafia rigs poker games targeting sports stars
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking return of organised crime to New York's underground poker scene, with professional athletes targeted in sophisticated cheating operations using advanced technology.
NFL Star in Mafia Gambling Scandal That Cost Victim $1M
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking connections between professional athletes and organised crime gambling operations, with one victim losing over £1 million in sophisticated poker scam.
UK Crackdown on Video Game Gambling Features
New parliamentary report demands urgent action on gambling-like features in video games targeting British players, calling for stronger consumer protections and age restrictions.
Iowa's digital gambling boom rivals Las Vegas
Exclusive analysis reveals Iowa's astonishing transformation into a gambling titan, with online betting revolutionising the state's economy and challenging traditional gaming capitals.
NBA gambling scandal linked to Gambino crime family exposed
Shocking FBI investigation reveals sophisticated gambling operation with NBA connections, run by relatives of infamous mobster Sammy 'The Bull' Gravano. Exclusive details on the multi-million dollar scheme.
Heat Star Supports Rozier Amid Mafia Gambling Allegations
Exclusive: Miami Heat's Jimmy Butler voices unwavering support for teammate Terry Rozier following shocking allegations linking the NBA star to an organised crime gambling operation. The sports world reacts.
NBA Coach's Poker Speech Before FBI Gambling Arrest
In a stunning turn of events, an NBA head coach made cryptic poker remarks during a press conference just hours before being arrested in an FBI mafia gambling sting operation.
NBA Father & Ex-Player in Mafia Gambling Arrests
Exclusive: Chauncey Billups' father and former NBA player Terrence Williams among 19 charged in brutal mafia gambling operation with alleged ties to violent enforcement.
Chauncey Billups' Gambling Arrest and Financial Woes Exposed
Shocking revelations emerge about former NBA champion Chauncey Billups' hidden gambling addiction, 1999 arrest, and financial struggles despite earning millions during his basketball career.
NBA Betting Scandals: Basketball's Gambling Crisis Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how NBA legends and modern stars became entangled in gambling controversies that threatened the integrity of professional basketball.
Louisiana Casinos Boom: Record Revenue Makes State Vegas Alternative
Louisiana's gambling industry is experiencing an unprecedented boom, with casinos generating staggering revenues that position the state as a serious alternative to Las Vegas. Discover how riverboat casinos and land-based establishments are transforming t
Betfred Closes UK Shops After Gambling Tax Hike
Britain's betting giant Betfred announces mass store closures across the UK following the government's decision to increase gambling duties, putting hundreds of jobs at risk and sparking industry-wide concerns.
Illinois Governor Redirects Gambling Revenue in Budget Move
Governor JB Pritzker proposes redirecting millions in gambling taxes to plug budget gaps, drawing criticism over funding priorities and social responsibility.
Man City Face 115 Charges as Premier League Hearing Nears
Manchester City confront the biggest financial investigation in Premier League history with 115 charges hanging over the club as the hearing date approaches.
Vegas Wins Casino fined £2.2M by UK regulators
UK Gambling Commission cracks down on Vegas Wins Casino after investigation reveals unfair bonus terms and failure to protect vulnerable customers.
Betting shops link staff bonuses to customer gambling losses
An explosive investigation reveals how fixed-odds betting terminals shops are incentivising staff with bonuses tied directly to how much money gamblers lose in their establishments.
Colin Farrell's gambling addiction inspired new film role
Hollywood star Colin Farrell reveals how his personal struggle with gambling addiction fuels his powerful performance in upcoming casino thriller 'The Ballad of a Small Player', drawing from his own high-stakes experiences.
Sportsbet dines with Labor minister amid lobbying concerns
Exclusive: Sportsbet executives attended a Labor fundraising dinner with government minister Stephen Jones, raising serious questions about political access for gambling interests despite mounting pressure to curb industry influence.
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