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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.
Florida pensioner wins £1.2m slot machine jackpot
An 80-year-old Florida woman defies incredible odds, winning a massive progressive jackpot while playing a Lightning Link slot machine at local casino.
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.
Betfair Court Case Could Revolutionise UK Gambling
A landmark High Court case against betting giant Betfair may fundamentally reshape how gambling companies operate across Britain, with potentially seismic implications for the entire industry.
Greens and Christian Lobby unite against late-night pokies
In a surprising political move, the Greens and Australian Christian Lobby have formed an unlikely coalition to push for a 10pm shutdown of poker machines across New South Wales, citing gambling harm reduction.
Sportsbet's $1M AFL Grand Final Gambling Bonus Under Fire
Australian gambling giant Sportsbet offered customers a share of $1 million in bonus bets for wagering on AFL Grand Final day, raising serious concerns about responsible gambling practices during major sporting events.
Pro Gambler's £1.6M Las Vegas Losses Revealed
Professional gambler Pauly C opens up about his devastating losing streak in Las Vegas, detailing how he lost over $2 million in just two years and the emotional toll of his Sin City downfall.
Man finds £1.3M lottery ticket forgotten in car for months
A UK man nearly missed out on a £1.3 million lottery fortune after his winning ticket sat forgotten in his car's glove compartment for weeks. The incredible story of how he almost lost life-changing money.
Lottery ticket mix-up costs man £1.3 million prize
A South Carolina lottery player experienced every gambler's nightmare when a simple mistake with his winning ticket saw a life-changing £1.3 million prize slip through his fingers in a heartbreaking twist of fate.
Black Market Betting Sites Cost Brits Thousands
An investigation reveals how unregulated gambling platforms are exploiting UK punters, with victims losing life-changing sums and having little legal recourse.
Race-Fixing Scandals: The Stain on British Horse Racing
A fresh wave of race-fixing investigations serves as a stark reminder of the corruption that has long plagued the sport of kings. This deep dive examines the historical stains and the ongoing battle to protect British horse racing's credibility.
UK Ban: No Betting Allowed on Jake Paul Fight
In an unprecedented move, the UK Gambling Commission has issued a blanket ban on all betting markets for the upcoming Jake Paul vs Mike Perry bout, citing serious integrity concerns and fears of insider influence.
Tory Whistleblower Reveals Election Betting Scandal
A disgusted Conservative Party insider has blown the lid off a major gambling scandal, revealing they witnessed colleagues placing bets on the July election date using insider information, in a scandal now under investigation by the Gambling Commission.
Punter wins £184,000 from £2 Lucky 15 bet at Cheltenham
A racing fan's incredible £2 Lucky 15 bet on the opening day of the Cheltenham Festival turned into a life-changing £184,000 payout, thanks to a stunning 80-1 winner trained by Jamie Snowden.
Liverpool and Newcastle in £100m Wirtz transfer battle
Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz emerges as Premier League's hottest transfer target with Liverpool and Newcastle leading the chase. Philipp Lahm voices concern over gambling sponsorship in football.
Racing Chiefs Confront MPs Over Gambling Reform Threat
Leading figures from British horse racing, including Jockey Club chief Nevin Truesdale, confront MPs over dire financial threats posed by proposed gambling affordability checks. The industry warns of a potential £250 million loss and 4,000 job cuts.
Cruise Passenger Jailed in Multi-Million Dollar Gambling Fraud
A cruise ship passenger's high-stakes gambling spree funded by a fake chequing account has ended in a federal prison sentence. Discover how the elaborate fraud unfolded aboard a luxury liner.
Gamer Vanishes After Winning £50,000 On Live Stream
The urgent search continues for Jordan Moray, a Scottish gamer who disappeared without a trace after winning a massive £50,000 on a live stream, leaving his family and online community desperate for answers.
Gambling Tax Hike to Fund NHS Addiction Services
Ministers are considering a major levy increase on betting firms to help tackle the UK's gambling epidemic and fund NHS treatment programmes, the Mirror can reveal.
Scottish punter wins £584,000 from 50p William Hill bet
A lucky horse racing fan from Scotland has won a staggering £584,000 from a tiny 50p accumulator bet with William Hill, defying odds of over 1.1 million to one.
Australia's £15bn Gambling Addiction Crisis Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's severe gambling crisis, with adults losing a staggering £15 billion annually. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and the urgent calls for reform.
Celebrity Betting Ads Target Children as Young as 11
Shocking research exposes how children are being bombarded with celebrity-endorsed betting ads, with 1 in 10 youngsters tempted to gamble. Experts demand immediate government action.
Gambling addict's £70k loss left family on £40 a week
A UK father's life spiralled into chaos as a secret gambling addiction consumed £70,000, forcing his family to survive on just £40 a week. His powerful story is a stark warning about the hidden dangers of online betting.
NRL Reporter Attacked After Exposing Drug & Betting Scandal
A shocking investigation reveals a sinister link between illicit drug supply to rugby stars and the leaking of insider team information to gambling figures. A sports journalist was physically attacked after uncovering the scandal.
Ohtani Interpreter in Gambling Scandal Echoing Pete Rose
Exclusive: The interpreter for baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani is embroiled in a major betting controversy with a California bookmaker, drawing shocking parallels to the infamous Pete Rose scandal that has sent shockwaves through the MLB world.
Labour aide quits in election betting scandal
Labour Party campaign aide Nick 'Pandit' Mason steps down amid investigation into betting on the timing of the General Election, as the gambling scandal rocks Westminster.
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