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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.
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The popular but extremely outdated and mobile unfriendly TwoPlusTwo poker forum has sold for an undisclosed amount.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
The Poker Beat - June 9, 2021
Landon Tice vs. Dan Perkins Session 2 Showdown Goes Off Wednesday plus Partypoker to Host World Cup of Cards Online This Summer. Also: Texas Card House Live youtube show player arrested by Feds, charged in healthcare scheme.
The Poker Beat - June 3, 2021
Landon Tice takes down first session of epic high stakes poker heads up against hedge fund manager Dan Perkins. Plus, the U.S. Poker Open kicks off Thursday.
Americas Cardroom to Host Landon Tice vs. Bill Perkins Heads Up Match
Americas Cardroom on Wednesday will be hosting a heads up match between poker pros Landon Tice and Bill Perkins.
Americas Cardroom Rolls Out $100,000 FreeBuy Super Series and NOSS
These are two incredible series running at the same time with buy-ins ranging from FREE to just $5.50!
Can I Play on PokerStars From Texas for Real Money?
PokerStars is not available from Texas but there are other terrific options, including Americas Cardroom. They offer a generous welcome bonus (max bonus $2000). Come play where Chris Moneymaker now plays.
