Gambling
Philippines Detains Thousands as Part of Crackdown on Internet Gambling
China is concerned over the Philippines' detention of more than a thousand Chinese nationals during a crackdown on online gambling, the Foreign Ministry said on Monday, in what could be a strain for ties that have warmed in recent months.
‘I Loved Him but I Didn’t Like Him,’ Mother of Slain Mobster Says After Modest Funeral
“He was a lost soul and probably did most of the things reported, but I will always love him,” his mother told the press this week.
Holy S*$% Part I: Monsignor Kevin McAuliffe Siphoned Off $650K From Prayer Funds
There may be a reason why many of the world’s faiths frown upon gambling. In this new series, Gambling911.com examines the often ungodly relationship between the church and gambling activities.
OK Sheriffs Embroiled in Embezzlement, Sexual Assault and Illegal Gambling
This year, at least five Oklahoma sheriffs have found themselves crossways with the law, but they are not unique.
Gambling Addiction Drove These Deadly Women to Kill
A cold-blooded aunt whose niece helped kill her husband with the promise of payment for a sex change. A mother and daughter trade a family member for money.
Baazov Still Says He Wants to Buy Amaya Despite Primary Backer Disinterest
Amaya Inc's (AYA.TO) former chief executive David Baazov said he still plans to buy the online gambling firm despite one of his apparent backers saying it had no involvement in the C$3.65 billion ($2.7 billion) bid.
First Ever Costa Rica Hurricane: Disruptions to Sportsbooks Possible Thanksgiving Day
Hurricane Otto reaches Category 2 strength and makes landfall just above the Costa Rica, Nicaragua border.
Eye On Gaming Head John Kelly to Pay Back $17k in Gambling Debts
Got ‘scared’ after car’s tires were slashed (originally published 5/21/2012)
Three Crown Casino Employees to Face Formal Charges in China
China has indicated to Australia that it will prosecute three Australian employees of a casino operator over suspected gambling crimes, the Australian foreign ministry said Tuesday.
Sands Casino Bethlehem Fined for Mixing Cards From Different Decks
Pennsylvania state regulators are hitting the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem with more than $22,000 in fines for violating a prohibition against mixing cards from different decks.
Goon Bites Off Gambling Protester’s Ear
A group of gamblers brutally attacked a 28-year-old youth after he protested their activities. One of the members of the gang ultimately bit off the young man’s ear.
Mobster Lukey DiMatteo Sentenced to 5 Years for $100K Shakedown of Tattoo Parlor
A Colombo mobster has been sentenced to five years prison time for a $100,000 shakedown of a Brooklyn tattoo parlor.
Murdered Mobster Pasquale Barbaro: The Brawl and the Hot Portuguese Girlfriend
Police still searching for men who executed mobster outside of Sydney Monday night in hail of bullets as Barbaro's hot girlfriend emerges from the bloodshed with hot spread - see sexy layout
Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Uses Aerial Filmmaking to Provide Construction Updates
As Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa continues with its expansion project, it has opted to use aerial filmmaking to provide construction updates for guests.
DraftKings, FanDuel Are Merging
Daily fantasy sports rivals DraftKings and FanDuel have agreed to merge after months of speculation and increasing regulatory scrutiny.
Brazil Senate to Vote on Bill That Would Legalize Online Gambling
The Brazil Senate is set to vote December 7 on the legalization of Internet Gambling in South America’s largest nation.
Bookies Behaving Badly Part 11: Wu Done It? Forensic Files and The Greek
Bookies Behaving Badly is back! This enormously popular series kicks off the new season with “Wu Done It? Forensic Files and The Greek”.
10 Worst Regions to be a Bookie Right Now – November 2016
Gambling911.com has your 10 Worst Regions to be a Bookie this month.
New Police Taskforce Established to Tackle Underworld Crime Networks in Australia
Following the execution style death of organized crime figure Pasquale Barbaro Monday night near Sydney, Australia, a new police task force has been placed in charge of targeting underworld criminal activity.
Internet Gambling Prohibition RAWA Could be Inserted in Spending Bill
Casino magnate and GOP mega donor Sheldon Adelson has been pushing for online gambling prohibition for the last few years and now he may have an opportunity to get legislation passed
2016 Thanksgiving Day Sportsbook Bonuses, Promos
Thanksgiving Day means sportsbooks will start offering their unique turkey day bonuses, including our friends at BetPhoenix.
Montreal Mafia: Defense Attorney Gerardo Nicolo Attempted to Bribe Officers
The Montreal Gazette report on what it calls the “bar of gold” to “fool’s gold” and the downfall of Mob defense attorney Gerardo Nicolo, 48.
Names of Those Indicted in Rhode Island Gambling Case Released
The names of some 20 individuals indicted as part of a grand jury case tied to illegal gambling in Rhode Island have been released.
Chilling Last Words of Gunned Down Mobster: 'Open the f***ing door'
“Open the f***ing door” were the last words uttered by mobster Pasquale Barbaro before being gunned down Monday night just outside of Sydney Australia.
Man Who Beat Girlfriend at Casino Sues Over Excessive Drinks
A Pennsylvania man imprisoned for four years after beating his girlfriend at the Sands Bethlehem Casino is now suing the establishment claiming they served him too many free drinks.
20 Indicted for Running Illegal Multimillion Dollar Sports Betting Ring
Authorities in Rhode Island say 20 people have been indicted by a grand jury on charges connected to an organized multimillion dollar criminal gambling conspiracy.
PA Sobering Fiscal News as Legalized Online Gambling Remains on Back Burner
Pennsylvania state government received sobering fiscal news Tuesday, as the Legislature’s independent budget analyst projected more big deficits are looming, including a shortfall this year.
Casino Video of Slain Pasquale Barbaro Appears in Court Trial Just Hours After Murder
Casino video footage featuring Pasquale Barbaro speaking with Brothers 4 Life boss played in court as evidence of a murder trial just hours after Barbaro’s execution west of Sydney Monday night.
Slain ‘Informant’ Mobster Had ‘Lots of Enemies’, Wore Bulletproof Vest on Streets
Victim, Pasquale Barbaro, had previous survived being shot six times last year
Sports Bettor Stiffed Out of $11K by Rogue Sportsbook
A sports bettor from Missouri tells Gambling 911 that he is owed approximately $11,000 by an offshore sportsbook and the book won't pay him his winnings.
