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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.

PokerStars US Affiliates Screwed

Submitted by Guest on, May/10/2011

Merge Poker US Players Up More Than 70 Percent

Submitted by Ace King on, May/10/2011

Poker is Key in “Justice for Natalee Holloway” TV Movie

A new TV movie about the Natalee Holloway case doesn't wait long to feature gambling--the second scene of the film takes place in a South American casino.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, May/09/2011

UB.com, Absolute Poker Part Ways With Pros

Blanca Games Inc. (“Blanca”), operator of online poker rooms Absolute Poker and UB, issued the following statement today:

“Recently, Absolute Poker and UB ceased their U.S.-facing operations due to legal developments in the United States. To ensure the on-going viability of the business, it has been necessary to downsize certain aspects of Absolute Poker’s and UB’s operations.  These efficiency measures have been taken to enable the brands to continue to operate their non-U.S.-facing business.

Submitted by Guest on, May/09/2011

Somach: Did Poker Kill Bin Laden?

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, May/08/2011

Blanca Games Issues Statement re: Costa Rica Raids on Absolute Poker, UB.com Office

Blanca Games Inc. (“Blanca”), operator of online poker rooms Absolute Poker and UB, issued the following statement today:

Submitted by Guest on, May/07/2011

Head of Employment Agency Threatens to Report UB.com to Feds

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/06/2011

Fernando Brito Poker Player of the Year: Season 7 EPT

Submitted by Guest on, May/06/2011

Somach: Expect Exodus of Online Poker Shills

The announcement Wednesday by poker pro Dusty "Leatherass" Schmidt that he's quitting as paid spokesman for online poker room Poker Stars is likely the start of a trend.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, May/06/2011

UB.com Absolute Poker “Bankruptcy” Fears a bit Premature

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/05/2011

More Fallout from Online Poker Black Friday: Dusty Schmidt Splits from PokerStars

The rats are jumping ship.

Poker pro Dusty "Leatherass" Schmidt, who for the last year and a half has been a paid spokesman for online poker room Poker Stars (www.pokerstars.com), has abruptly quit that position, blaming it on the Feds' arrest of Poker Stars' owners last month, which led to the room banning U.S. customers.

Writing on his blog at www.cardplayer.com on Wednesday, Schmidt announced: "I’m sad to announce that in the wake of 'Black Friday,' I’ll no longer be a member of Poker Stars Team Online.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, May/04/2011

Woe, Canada, Top Poker Pro is High School Dropout

Cover your kids' ears, Mom and Dad, there's something you don't want them to hear:

It pays to be a high school dropout!

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, May/04/2011

Breaking: Absolute Poker and UB to focus on Non-U.S Markets and Software Biz

Note:  This is the official statement released by UB.com, Absolute Poker and Blanca Games Inc. by their Public Relations Department directly to Gambling911.com. 

Submitted by Guest on, May/03/2011

Was Bin Ladin Assassination Tied to Online Poker Clampdown?

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/03/2011

England’s Rupert Elder Wins EPT San Remo Final for €930,000

British pro Rupert Elder has won EPT7 San Remo for a giant first prize of €930,000 after besting a gripping and star-studded final table.

As well as the title, former economics student Elder, 24, also wins a stunning bracelet from Shamballa Jewels, the Official Bracelet Sponsor of EPT Season 7, a seat to the EPT Grand Final Main Event – which starts on Saturday in Madrid - and a seat in the EPT Champion of Champions event on May 13.

Submitted by Guest on, May/03/2011

Pro Poker League Selects First Players

Submitted by Guest on, May/03/2011

Breaking News

Instant Cash – Getting Quick Withdrawals from Online Casinos

Ever won big at an online casino only to wait days, or even weeks, to see that money? Nothing kills the thrill of hitting a jackpot faster than watching your withdrawal request sit in pending limbo. In current conditions, players want their winnings now.