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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.
65 Billionth Hand to be Dealt at PokerStars
PokerStars, the world’s largest online poker room is set to deal its 65 billionth hand.
Betdaq Cuts Off Australian Online Gamblers
The betting exchange Betdaq has stopped accepting online gambling business from Australia. It is reported that the company was operating there without a legitimate licence.
Daniel Negreanu, Phil Hellmuth, Patrik Antonius Survive Day 3 of WSOP 2011
Among the big name survivors after Day 3 of the 2011 World Series of Poker were Phil Hellmuth and Daniel Negreanu. 853 remained after Day 3.
The Canadian, Negreanu, had a chip count by day’s end that fell just below the average of 240,000. Hellmuth is lucky to have gotten this far after sleeping in the first day of play. He had to be awoken by hotel security.
Meanwhile, Ben Lamb has been on fire. After leading in chips earlier in the week, he had fallen a bit down the ranks only to lead again by the end of Day 3.
Where to Watch the World Series of Poker Live in Great Britain, Canada
Those who live in the United States now know they can watch this year’s World Series of Poker live (with a 30 minute delay) on ESPN3, but what about in Great Britain and Canada?
Full Tilt Poker Claims Must be Filed by Midnight Friday July 15
Those looking to file claims against Full Tilt Poker in order to recoup monies owed must do so no later than Friday July 15 (which is just hours away from this writing).
Ben Lamb a True Baaaaaad Ass at World Series of Poker 2011 Main Event
Ben Lamb has led the World Series of Poker 2011 Main Event through a good portion of play so far and, at press time, was still hanging around the top 10.
Simpsons Creator Among Top 30 Chip Leaders at Day 3 of 2011 WSOP
PartyGaming Taken Aback by Surge in New Business Acquisitions
Just how good is business at PartyGaming these days?
Forbes on Obama and Internet Poker: Plays Like Nixon, Bullies Like Bush
Correa Wants California House Seizing Online Poker Bill Passed Now
Phil Hellmuth Not the Only One Missing in Action at 2011 WSOP
Alderney Gaming Commission Will Hold Hearing on Full Tilt Poker July 26
A hearing is scheduled to discuss the future of Full Tilt Poker on July 26.
Patrik Antonius Going Strong at World Series of Poker Main Event
ESPN (Almost Live) Coverage of 2011 World Series of Poker Starts Thursday
Sharks on Feeding Frenzy: Everest Poker Big Winner After Full Tilt Poker Shutdown
9300 Full Tilt Poker players were looking for new homes after the company was shut down two weeks ago and Everest Poker appears to have captured a good chunk of them.
Cake Poker Up 40 Percent Following Full Tilt Poker License Being Yanked
Cake Poker may not seem like one of the biggest European online poker networks, but they have certainly benefited from Full Tilt Poker leaving that market
With players returning home from the World Series of Poker, online poker traffic has risen 3.4 percent this past week. Online poker rooms continue to swallow up traffic from Full Tilt Poker, which lost its license two weeks ago.
Webcam Online Poker Introduced by 888.com – Live Internet Poker
Online Gambling Advocate Shelley Berkley Running for US Senate 2012
One of the biggest advocates for legalized online gambling in the United States, Nevada Congresswomen Shelley Berkley, is running for US Senate in 2012.
Canada Second Largest Representation at 2011 World Series of Poker
Jonathan Duhamel Eliminated
The 2010 World Series of Poker Main Event defending champion, Jonathan Duhamel has been eliminated as of Monday evening.
PartyPoker Reaches 10K Cash Game Players for First Time in 16 Months
Report: Full Tilt Poker Dealings With Prospective European Investors Now “Exclusive”
This Year’s World Series of Poker Main Event Will be Third Largest Ever