Poker
November 28, 2025
ACR Poker Launches Player Appreciation Month with $500K Locked in Giveaway Rewards
ACR Poker is launching the holiday season in style, with the cardroom running a brand-new promotion – Player Appreciation Month, during which the website will be awarding $500,000 in giveaways. Super Series Return, More Rewards to Claim from New Campaign The website formerly known as Americas Cardroom is focusing on upping the ante for core […]
Poker
November 18, 2025
Shooting at Wauwatosa Apartment During Poker Game
Police in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, are investigating a shooting that happened during a poker game at an apartment known for illegal gambling. Targeted Shooting Officers were called to the Reserve at Wauwatosa Apartments at 6100 W. State Street around 1 a.m. on Wednesday, November 12, after reports of gunfire. According to the Wauwatosa Police Department, a […]
Poker
November 18, 2025
17 WSOP Bracelet Holder Wants Winnable Bracelets Capped at 100 per Year
Phil Hellmuth, holder of 17 WSOP bracelets, has shared that in his opinion that the number of bracelets awarded each year should be lowered. In an interview with Card Player, Hellmuth shared his point of view on the matter. He began with this: “I went public, saying that there should be 100 bracelets.” After which, […]
Poker
November 13, 2025
Patriarch Kiril Suspends Russian Archbishop over Poker Playing, Opposition to Status Quo
Archbishop Nestor of Korsun has been dealt this final hand from the Russian Church, after Patriarch Kiril, Primate of Moscow and all Rus, decided to dismiss the cleric from his duties after he found out that Nestor had been participating in French poker tournaments. Kiril Doesn’t Forget While the Russian Church did not officially tie […]
Poker
November 13, 2025
Ontario Court Decision Opens Path to Cross-Border Online Poker and DFS
Ontario’s highest court has removed a key legal obstacle that could transform the province’s online gaming scene, allowing poker and daily fantasy sports (DFS) players to face off against rivals outside Canada. Legal Green Light May Revive Ontario’s Struggling Poker and Fantasy Sports Scene In a 4–1 ruling released on November 12, the Ontario Court […]
Poker
November 7, 2025
Israeli Crime Boss Charged with Threatening LA Poker Host
US law enforcement has accused an Israeli citizen of trying to shake down the host of a top-tier Los Angeles poker game. This case sheds light on the dangerous side of the city’s glitzy high-stakes gambling world. Federal Agents Say Fugitive Crime Figure Used Threats and Gang Ties A federal court criminal complaint alleges that […]
Poker
November 7, 2025
Poker Pro Gets Prison Time for Cyberstalking Try in Vegas
A poker professional known for his wins at the table will go to prison after admitting he tried to stalk a judge and a big name in poker through online means. Judge Cites Repeated Misconduct as Poker Star Jordan Cristos Receives 14–48 Month Sentence Jordan Cristos, 38, got 14 to 48 months in prison at […]
Poker
November 4, 2025
Poker Pro Patrick Leonard Slams Las Vegas Resort Fees
Professional poker player Patrick Leonard has joined the ongoing discussion surrounding Las Vegas resort fees, condemning what he views as a greedy practice that damages the city’s appeal to tourists. Leonard Criticizes Las Vegas’ High Resort Fees The English poker pro, who has amassed over $4 million in live tournament winnings, voiced his opinion on […]
Poker
October 27, 2025
Thailand’s Prime Minister Kills Poker, Intensifies Anti-Gambling Stance
Thailand’s new prime minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, did not hide his distaste for gambling. As soon as he was elected to the position on September 5, Anutin said that any plans to legalize casino resorts were being put on the back burner indefinitely. Thailand Flips the Killswitch on Poker Games He went a step further, touting […]
Poker
October 24, 2025
Online Casino Owner Alleges He Was Banned from X in Exchange for Money
The firebrand owner of Duel Casino, Ossi Ketola, better known to netizens as Monarch, has erupted during a Twitch stream, alleging that he had been banned from the popular social media platform X in exchange for money. Ketola did not specify who orchestrated the attack against him, but argued that it was part of a […]
