Offshore Bookies Exploit Vulnerable UK Gamblers
The tragic story of Ollie Long exposes how illicit offshore gambling sites target vulnerable Britons trying to quit. As the hidden market booms, calls grow for urgent government action.
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Betfair and Paddy Power pay £2m Gambling Commission fine
Betfair and Paddy Power have agreed a £2m settlement with the Gambling Commission after failing to protect vulnerable users, including one who bet £20,000 in under eight hours. Read the full investigation details.
Bet365 accounts sold for thousands in secret gambling world
A secretive world of professional gambling sees betting accounts traded for huge sums as players evade bookmaker restrictions. Exclusive insight into the 'wild west' shadow industry.
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 Online Gambling Tax Doubles in Budget Shake-up
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces near-doubling of remote gaming duty to 40%, hitting online casinos and bookmakers. Discover how this impacts the industry and Treasury coffers.
Online betting firms face £1bn tax hike in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major tax increase on online gambling firms, doubling the duty to 40% from April. Discover the full impact on the industry and problem gambling.
US Culture Dominates UK Life: Poll Reveals
A new poll reveals 40% of information Brits consume daily comes from the US, with Trump more recognised than King Charles. Discover the full impact of American culture.
UK gambling firms win £1bn extra from punters
UK gambling industry winnings hit £12.6bn, with online casino revenue soaring 55% since pandemic. Campaigners demand tax increases as firms lobby Treasury.
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.
Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in gambling case
Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in federal court over alleged $7 million illegal gambling scheme. Read the latest developments.
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.
New Jersey iGaming Revenue Hits Record $260m
New Jersey's gambling market surges 22.3% year-on-year, with iGaming leading an unprecedented revenue boom. Discover the record-breaking figures.
Australia delays gambling ad ban decision amid pressure
Crossbenchers urge Albanese government to implement full gambling advertising ban as decision faces further delays. Read the latest developments on this critical policy.
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.
Online Gambling Boom: Risks and Safeguards Explained
As online gambling surges, 14% of US adults now bet on sports. Learn the risks, warning signs of addiction, and how to use responsible gambling tools to protect your finances.
Thailand extradites Chinese gambling suspect to China
Thailand extradites a Chinese man accused of running over 200 illegal online gambling sites. The move signals a major step in a joint crackdown on cybercrime and scam centres in Southeast Asia.
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.
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.
Southport's Year of Cultural Healing After Attack
Southport launches 'Sefton Year of Culture 2026' - a 12-month cultural programme designed to unite and heal the community following the devastating June attack, featuring major events and local talent showcases.
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.
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.
Museum of Youth Culture Opens in London's Soho
Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.
UK Launches Search for Town of Culture 2027
The government launches a nationwide search for England's next Town of Culture, focusing on communities that feel excluded from Britain's cultural narrative. Winning locations will receive funding and recognition to boost local arts and regeneration.
Kid Rock's Halloween Cross-Dressing Fury Over Woke Culture
Rock musician Kid Rock sparks controversy after declaring he wants to dress as a woman for Halloween, triggering heated debate about gender expression and cancel culture in latest celebrity outburst.
World's First Youth Culture Museum Opens in UK
Discover the groundbreaking Museum of Youth Culture opening in England, celebrating 100 years of teenage fashion, music and rebellion across generations.
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.
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