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Long-lasting casino games
Scoblete looks at classic casino games that have stood the test of time and explains why they remain gamblers' favorites.  read more
 

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TWiG: The truth behind Las Vegas urban legends

Do Las Vegas resorts pump oxygen into their casinos? Do they really remove clocks so you lose track of time? And what about those secret, missing hotel floors? Watch our latest video to find out.  read more
TWiG: The truth behind Las Vegas urban legends
 

WORLD SERIES OF POKER News

WORLD SERIES OF POKER

WSOP Main Event reaches the final table

Out of a colossal field of 9,208, only nine players remain, each guaranteed a prize of at least $1 million when the final table returns on 3 August.  read more

2026 World Series of Poker sets several records

The 57th annual World Series of Poker in Las Vegas concluded its summer tournament schedule last week and broke the record for the total number of entries in a single series with 251,899.  read more

PREDICTION MARKETS News

PREDICTION MARKETS

CFTC intervenes in Kalshi dispute

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission used its emergency authority to block a Kalshi rule change and ordered the prediction market operator to honor previously executed trades involving Michigan residents.  read more

Why prediction markets should, but won't, be outlawed

The rise of prediction markets has sparked legal and ethical questions, and gambling law expert I. Nelson Rose explains why a ban remains improbable despite growing concerns.  read more

Underdog launches prediction market exchange

The new prediction market exchange will provide Underdog customers even more ways to express their opinions on sports, culture and beyond, all within the existing Underdog app.  read more

iPredicta unveils comparison platform for US prediction markets

The company launched a dedicated comparison platform for U.S. prediction markets, giving users one place to compare live prices across multiple venues, including Polymarket.  read more

CASINO News

CASINO

Detroit casinos report $102.6 million in June

June 2026 table games and slot revenue increased 1.5% compared with June 2025 but decreased 10.1% from May 2026.  read more

Two sentenced in Michigan illegal gambling case

Two people from Georgia received one year of probation after pleading guilty to operating an illegal gambling house at a Flint business that authorities said repeatedly reopened under different names.  read more

Sycuan Casino Resort launches El Río

The California casino's new pool venue will bring the culture, traditions, and sounds of Latino music with live concerts.  read more

SPORTS News

SPORTS

Arizona releases May sports betting figures

Arizona bettors wagered $676.6 million in May, up approximately 4.3% from the same month last year.  read more

Kambi delivers record-breaking World Cup figures

The company and its global network of turnkey sportsbook partners surpassed 100 million bets during the FIFA World Cup.  read more

North Carolina releases June sports wagering revenue report

In June, account holders in North Carolina wagered $589,604,507 on sporting events and won $530,262,531.  read more

SLOTS News

SLOTS

$121K jackpot lands at Thunder Valley

The win at the California casino came on a $150 bet while playing a $2 denomination Dragon Link: Panda Magic slot machine over the weekend.  read more

New $2 Million Dragon Link debuts at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa

The slot machines at the Florida casino feature four popular themes: Dragon Link Autumn Moon, Dragon Link Golden Century, Dragon Link Panda Magic, and Dragon Link Happy and Prosperous.  read more

Another jackpot hits at El Cortez Hotel & Casino

Last week, a Las Vegas visitor hit $53,043 playing Phoenix Link, marking the downtown property's second major jackpot this month after a $64,153 win on Thunder Empire on 1 July.  read more

POKER News

POKER

$1.1 million win hits at Thunder Valley

On 15 July, the longtime guest was playing Face-Up Pai Gow Poker when the California property's first $1 million table game jackpot landed.  read more

Six-figure Pai Gow Poker jackpot hits on the Las Vegas Strip

On 12 July, Cynthia walked away with $118,005 after hitting the progressive jackpot with five aces at Horseshoe Las Vegas.  read more

ENTERTAINMENT News

ENTERTAINMENT

Lil Duval to take the stage at Rivers Philadelphia

The comedian, actor and recording artist will bring his humor to the Pennsylvania resort on 12 September.  read more

Barry Manilow returns to Westgate Las Vegas

The music icon returned from lung cancer surgery to perform three sold-out shows at the International Theater, marking an emotional milestone for fans and the entertainer alike.  read more

Dierks Bentley bringing talents to Fontainebleau Las Vegas

The multi-platinum entertainer announced back-to-back shows at BleauLive Theater in Las Vegas on 4 and 5 December.  read more

The Venetian Las Vegas to host Brian Regan

The comedian is set to return to Sin City for a stand-up performance on 14 November.  read more

Did You Know
Did You Know?
Pennsylvania set a new gaming revenue record in fiscal year 2025-26, surpassing $7 billion in gross gaming revenue and generating a new high of $3.1 billion in taxes and fees.
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