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What are some of the hottest headlines in the world of poker? Here you will find all the latest juicy stories along with other important news and tournament results. A must read for the poker enthusiast with articles published throughout the day.
The Mouth on Biles Backing Out of Olympics: 'Mental Heath is Real but Winners Stay Strong and Tough'

Poker pro Mike "The Mouth" Matusow did not wish to downplay the seriousness of mental illness, but made it abundantly clear he agrees there needs to be some lines drawn. The implication being that athletes can't just walk away in the middle of a competition for a "mental break".
How Does a Bookie Make Money

Bookies make money on the vig, a built-in commission that is short for the word "vigorish" and is sometimes referred to as "juice". This is generally a 10% cut, but that percentage could be much higher.
Poker Pro Salman Behbehani Remains in Jail After Large Stash of Party Drugs Found on Private Jet

The haul found on board his private jet reportedly included 80g crystal methamphetamine, a highly addictive drug commonly used among gay men during sex, and 315g cocaine.
Doyle Brunson Wife Hospitalized

Poker legend Doyle Brunson announced via Twitter Tuesday afternoon that he had his beloved wife, Louise, rushed to the hospital. Brunson was asking for prayers.
Layne Flack Will Be Laid to Rest Aug 2

Flack, a six-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner, died suddenly at the age of 52 two weeks ago.
Gambling911 World Exclusive: Matusow Beats Covid

Mike “The Mouth” Matusow has recovered from his bout with COVID-19, Gambling 911 can reveal in a world exclusive report!
Hellmuth Has Scare as Tooth Infection Nearly Hits Sinus Nerves

Monday night, poker pro Phil Hellmuth disclosed just how a serious a neglected tooth infection was about to become.
Gambling911 World Exclusive: Cantu Has Covid Bad

Brandon Cantu is in the hospital with a severe case of COVID-19 and requires supplemental oxygen, Gambling 911 can reveal in a world exclusive report!
Gambling911 Gets First Interview With New 2+2 Poker Forum Owner

Andrii Plakhotnyi is a Russian-born software engineer and professional online poker player who founded the Canadian poker software company Hand2Note.
High-Stakes Poker Player and Fraudster Found Guilty of Kidnapping

He was also indicted recently for the murder of French high-stakes cash game player Cyril Mouly's driver, and his ex-father-in-law.
Poker Pro Layne Flack Dead

Flack was a six-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner and just 52 years old at the time of his passing.
G911 World Exclusive: Matusow Doubts He Caught Covid at UFC 264

In an exclusive interview with Gambling 911, Matusow revealed that he was at a local event on July 8 that combined poker and politics, and that may have caused the problem.
Popular TwoPlusTwo Forum Has Been Sold

The popular but extremely outdated and mobile unfriendly TwoPlusTwo poker forum has sold for an undisclosed amount. TwoPlusTwo is the oldest gambling posting forum on the Net today.
The Mouth Continues to Deal With Covid Symptoms

Despite being vaccinated, poker pro Mike "The Mouth" Matusow continues to battle Covid-19.
When is 'The Baccarat Queen' Premiering in Theatres?

Many in the poker community wait anxiously for the premier of 'The Baccarat Queen'. The film project was first announced back in February 2019, then along came Covid to throw a damper on the entire movie industry.
Mike "The Mouth" Matusow Confirms He Has Covid.....And is Vaccinated

Gambling911.com first reported on his worrisome tweet Tuesday night, noting that there is currently no flu occuring in the Nevada desert where Matusow resides. But there is a significant Covid surge.
Americas Cardroom Launches Biggest OSS Cub3d to Date

The tournament promises $20 million in guaranteed money and runs throughout the entire month of August.
A Loser No More: Kid Poker Celebrates End of Six-Year Streak

During this "losing" streak, Negreanu has managed to cash out close to $30 million.
"Mouth" Comes Down With High Fever, Body Aches Just Days After Attending UFC 264

Twitter followers concerned over Matusow symptoms after attending UFC 264 as Covid numbers rise sharply where "The Mouth" resides.
Michael Mizrachi Pulled Up for Bad Etiquette at WPT Venetian

Plus Phil Hellmuth refused to buy Bitcoin at $90 and it cost him millions and Chinese hackers going after their own.
The Poker Beat - July 5, 2021: WSOP Online Coming to PA for Real Money

Plus Russell Crowe to star as billionaire poker player in 'Poker Face', a Chris Moneymaker movie coming to? And a poker player shot dead in Dallas during a holiday weekend filled with violence.
Whatever Happened to Chris Moneymaker?

Man who sparked poker boom with 2003 WSOP win is still an icon. Gambling911.com's Thomas Somach sits down with Chris Moneymaker.
$1 Million GTD - 4th of July Fireworks Online Poker Tourney

We are going to see plenty of fireworks this weekend and our friends at Americas Cardroom want to give you even more reasons to celebrate. They are offering a $1 Million GTD - 4th of July Fireworks Online Poker Tourney, and the buy-in is a mere $215.
Venom Fever Tournament Schedule Released: $10 Million Up For Grabs

Americas Cardroom has released the Venom Fever schedule for June 26th through August 1st with a buy-in that starts at just $0 and the chance to get your piece of $10 million guaranteed.
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek Preparing For RunGood Poker Series All-Stars Comeback Tour Powered by PokerGO

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek will be hosting the RunGood Poker Series All-Stars Comeback Tour powered by PokerGo, August 23-29.
Planet Hollywood Poker Room to Close

Planet Hollywood has announced the abrupt permanent closure of its poker room effective July 11.
Biggest Venom Ever: $10 Million!!!!

Qualifiers pay as little as $0 to take part in Americas Cardroom's biggest Venom tournament to date. With a guaranteed $10 million up for grabs, both the 1st and 2nd place finishers will walk off with a cool $1 million in cash.
Whistleblower Veronica Brill Awarded $27K Against Mike Postle in Anti-SLAPP Lawsuit Judgement

And now Postle's wife has come forward alleging the disgraced poker player tried to recruit her to befriend Brill and solicit damaging information that he could use in his case against her. The ex also claimed Postle abused her.
2021 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open to be Held July 22 to Aug. 10

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Announces 2021 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open Held July 22 to Aug. 10 with the $400 Deep Stack No Limit Hold’em (NLH) series opener highlighting a $500,000 guarantee.
WPT Champ Dennis Blieden Sentenced to Six and a Half Years in Prison for $22million Embezzlement

Plus Saipan Casino Chairwoman Faces Courtroom Lies Claims in Human Trafficking Case