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NSW bans 24/7 poker machines after 4am

Over 670 NSW pokies venues lose 24/7 gambling exemptions as government acts on research showing heightened harm after midnight. Read the full story.

Online Gambling Tax Rises to 40% in Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major increases to online gambling taxes, targeting games with the 'highest levels of harm'. Discover the full financial impact.

UK Gambling Revenue Hits £16.8bn, Up 7.3%

UK gambling revenue reached £16.8bn in the year to March, a 7.3% rise driven by online betting. As the Chancellor considers a tax hike, discover the full industry breakdown.

Gambling firms spent £2bn on ads amid tax debate

British gambling companies spent £2bn on advertising last year, exceeding tax revenues and sparking calls for Chancellor Rachel Reeves to increase gambling duties in the upcoming budget.

NCAA reverses gambling ban after NBA scandal

The NCAA has overturned its ban on college athletes betting on professional sports following an NBA mafia-linked gambling scandal. Discover how Division-I schools voted.

MLB to comply with Senate gambling investigation

Major League Baseball pledges full cooperation with a US Senate committee's request for documents on gambling probes. Commissioner Rob Manfred announces new $200 betting caps on individual pitches.

Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

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.

Australian Mortgage Crisis: 1 in 3 in Severe Financial Stress

Exclusive analysis reveals nearly a third of Australian mortgage holders are experiencing 'severe financial stress' with interest rate hikes pushing thousands toward breaking point. Experts warn of potential defaults and economic fallout.

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

Albanese Confronts Inflation Crisis and Political Pressure

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confronts mounting pressure as new inflation data reveals economic challenges, while Victoria's flooding emergency and diplomatic tensions at the APEC summit dominate Australia's political landscape.

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.

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