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UEFA bans betting sponsors from Champions League
UEFA announces a landmark ban on gambling firm sponsorships for Champions League and European competition shirts from 2024/25, with stadium advertising restrictions starting this season.
Starmer's Senior Aide Quits Over Election Betting Scandal
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer's chief data officer has resigned after placing a bet on the timing of the General Election, just days after a similar scandal hit the Conservative Party. The Gambling Commission is investigating.
$1bn Vegas-Style Casino Resort Planned for South Carolina
A monumental $1 billion casino and entertainment complex, evoking the glamour of Las Vegas, is proposed for Santee, South Carolina. The project promises thousands of jobs and a major economic boost, pending a crucial legislative vote.
Ore Oduba's Secret Addiction & Family Tragedy Revealed
Strictly Come Dancing champion Ore Oduba opens up about his hidden gambling addiction, the devastating suicide of his sister, and how he fought to save his marriage in an emotional new interview.
11 Arrested in Horse Racing Corruption Scandal
Major police operation targets alleged horse racing fixing ring across North West England, with 11 arrests and multiple properties searched in connection with corrupt betting practices.
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.
McDonald's Monopoly: Calls to ban 'gambling' game for kids
GambleAware demands a ban on McDonald's Monopoly, labelling it a 'gambling-style' game that risks normalising betting behaviours for children and young people across the UK.
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.
Horse Racing Strike Threat Over Betting Tax Protest
The UK racing industry is on the brink of unprecedented strike action as trainers and insiders threaten a mass boycott in protest against a proposed hike in betting taxes. Discover how this could bring the sport to a standstill.
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.
Cruise passenger jumps overboard to escape gambling debt
A Royal Caribbean passenger made a desperate 80ft leap from the Symphony of the Seas to escape a staggering gambling debt, sparking a major rescue operation in Puerto Rico.
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.
UK Racing's Unprecedented Strike Over Betting Levy Crisis
The entire British racing industry grinds to a halt in a historic, unified strike, sending a stark pre-budget warning to the Labour government over a proposed betting duty hike that threatens its very survival.
Colin Farrell Stuns in 'Ballad of a Small Player'
Colin Farrell delivers a career-best performance in this mesmerising adaptation of Lawrence Osborne's novel. A deep dive into addiction, luck, and the search for salvation in the macau casinos.
Lane Kiffin Apologizes to Gamblers After Ole Miss TD
Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin issues public apology to sports gamblers after controversial final-minute touchdown against Tulane creates betting turmoil and sparks ethical debate.
Soldier spent £11k on gambling before death, inquest hears
An inquest hears how a young British soldier, Private Connor Morrison, lost thousands to online betting firms in the months before he was found dead at his barracks in Kent, raising serious questions about gambling safeguards for military personnel.
NRL star's $250k gambling addiction revealed
Exclusive: Canberra Raiders forward Luke Bateman opens up about his devastating gambling addiction that saw him lose over $250,000, nearly destroying his NRL career and personal life before seeking help.
Reeves Sets 6 March Budget Date, Tax Reforms Expected
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a pivotal Budget for 6 March, signalling potential capital gains tax reforms and confirming a new gambling levy to fund addiction services.
BoyleSports: Get £40 in Free Bets with a £10 Stake
New UK customers can unlock a massive £40 in free bets with BoyleSports' latest welcome promotion. Discover how to claim this top-rated betting offer today.
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.
Starmer demands urgent summit with Sunak over betting scandal
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer calls for an emergency meeting with the Prime Minister following explosive claims of election betting by Tory officials. The scandal threatens to engulf the Conservative campaign in its final crucial days.
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.
MLB Stars Get Bans in Gambling Probe Scandal
Major League Baseball makes a landmark decision following a high-profile gambling investigation, handing lifetime and one-year bans to two players. Exclusive details on the scandal.
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.
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