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BetUS rolls out Jessica Simpson/Tony Romo odds

When the sports betting world last saw Jessica Simpson, it was pondering if and when the blonde beauty would divorce fellow musician and "Newlywed" co-star Nick Lachey. The two did end up getting divorced (on June 30, 2006), and Simpson proceeded to disappear from sports betting consciousness -- until last Sunday...read more

Remote Gambling Association asks EU to investigate U.S. trade practices

The Remote Gambling Association (RGA) announced today that it is filing a trade complaint against the U.S. for discriminating against European online gaming operators. The complaint says the U.S. has violated international law and World Trade Organization rules by pursuing criminal prosecutions of foreign gaming operators while allowing domestic operators to flourish...read more

Full Tilt Poker testing Instant eChecks

Full Tilt Poker has begun offering Instant eChecks as a deposit option for select members. If Full Tilt makes Instant eChecks widely available, it will become just the second U.S.-facing poker room to offer this option. PokerStars began offering Instant eChecks in August. Instant eChecks use Electronic Fund Transfers to transfer money from checking accounts to player accounts...read more

Playing It Smart: Do all-slots casinos protect gamblers from themselves?

The Pennsylvania legislature has authorized "slot parlors" around the state. It and the governor have said they won't extend the franchise to table games. The rationale for slots and not tables involves safeguarding the solid citizens against high losses. Contenders for the limited number of licenses were enthusiastic, to say the least...read more

Top-10 Gifts for Poker Players

10.) WSOP moneyclip It's perfect for carrying around all the money that's won at the poker table, or it makes it easier for the player to dig into his pocket when it's time to re-buy. The version found here is stainless steel and is a perfect stocking stuffer. 9.) World Poker Tour Pinball OK, maybe it's a bit extreme to spend five grand on a pinball machine, so let's brand this as the gift for the "poker player who has everything." The game features a dot matrix in the center of the playfield showing players their hole cards...read more

WTO ruling delayed

Reuters is reporting that the WTO ruling on how much Antigua & Barbuda will receive from the U.S. in damages in its ongoing online gambling trade dispute has been delayed. News of the delay came from a spokeswoman for the U.S. Trade Representative's office...read more

Gambling books make a nice gift

Gamblers, whether recreational players or seasoned pros, appreciate a good book that'll save them money, make them money or help them become more knowledgeable. Plus, everyone wants to be a "maven" or an expert, at least just for that party, reunion or at the local pub...read more

Stat, Log Book; Casino Guide Fresh, valuable resources

Marc Lawrence's Playbook Stat & Log Workbook (320 pages, 8x11 plastic spiralbound) and Steve Bourie's 2008 American Casino Guide (496 pages, 5x8 paperbound, $16.95) are two highly-sought after resources because one helps coordinate betting on hoops, the other saves you money with valuable coupons, advice, directions and casino descriptions. Although a bit late in arriving, The Playbook Basketball Workbook was well worth waiting for...read more

Poker legend 'Chip' Reese dies at age 56

Poker Hall of Famer David "Chip" Reese, who built a reputation as one of the best cash-game players ever, died at the age of 56 on Tuesday from undetermined causes. Reese, whose career live tournament winnings reached nearly $3 million, died in his sleep and was found by his son early Tuesday at his Las Vegas home...read more

MGM Mirage plans to buy back 20 million shares

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- MGM Mirage said Wednesday it wants to buy back up to 20 million shares of the company's stock, a move analysts said may boost the casino operator's share price. Investors have been waiting to see how MGM Mirage would use a payment of almost $2.5 billion the company received last month from Dubai World, the investment arm of the Persian Gulf state of Dubai...read more