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Nov 10 2025CRIME

Baseball's Dark Side: Pitchers, Bets, and Bad Choices

Two Cleveland Guardians pitchers, Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, are in hot water. They're accused of taking money to throw specific pitches that would help gamblers win big. This isn't just about bad pitches; it's about breaking the rules and trusting the wrong people. Clase and Ortiz allegedly th

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Nov 10 2025SPORTS

Pitchers in Trouble: A Dark Side of Baseball

Baseball fans were shocked when two Cleveland Guardians pitchers were accused of cheating. Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, both star relief pitchers, were charged with serious crimes. The Justice Department said they rigged their pitches to help gamblers win bets. This is a big deal because it shows

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Nov 07 2025SPORTS

The Hidden World of Honolulu's Football Betting Scandal

In the late 1940s, Honolulu was a hotspot for football betting, even outshining big cities like New York and Chicago. The Honolulu Warriors, a professional football team, drew massive attention, not just for their games but also for the betting scene around them. The stadium, built by private financ

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Nov 07 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dana White's Wild Vegas Gambling Spree

Dana White, the boss of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), is known for his big bets and high-stakes gambling in Las Vegas. He's been caught on camera losing huge amounts of money, like $800, 000 in one night at the Bellagio. White has even said he won over $26 million at Caesars Palace playi

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Oct 30 2025BUSINESS

OpenBet Shines Bright in 2025 American Gambling Awards

OpenBet, a big name in betting tech, just won a major award. They were named Platform Provider of the Year at the 2025 American Gambling Awards. This award celebrates the best in the U. S. online gambling world. OpenBet is known for its reliable and innovative platform. It powers some of the biggest

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Oct 29 2025SPORTS

NBA Stars Face Pay Freeze Amid Gambling Scandal

Terry Rozier, the Miami Heat's guard, is in hot water. He's not getting paid while he's on leave because of his recent arrest. This is all because of some serious gambling charges. The Heat are holding onto his $26. 6 million salary until the legal mess is sorted out. If he's cleared, he might get t

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Oct 29 2025SPORTS

College Athletes and Sports Betting: A Risky Mix?

The NCAA has recently stirred up a lot of controversy by changing its rules on sports betting. Just last week, they decided to let college athletes bet on pro sports. But then, things got complicated. First, the NCAA's Division I board pushed back the start date for this new rule. It was supposed t

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Oct 29 2025BUSINESS

Mixing Entertainment and Gambling: A Big Bet on Europe's Future

A major shake-up is happening in the world of entertainment and gambling. Banijay Group NV, a big name in TV shows, is teaming up with Tipico, a leading gambling company. This isn't just any partnership. It's a huge deal worth €4. 6 billion. Why is this a big deal? Well, it's not every day that a c

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Oct 29 2025SPORTS

Betting on Sports: What's Changing for Georgia's College Athletes?

Georgia's college sports scene is in for some changes. A student worker from the football team recently got into trouble for betting on pro sports. But guess what? New NCAA rules say this won't be a big deal anymore. Starting November 1, athletes and staff can bet on pro sports without breaking any

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Oct 29 2025SPORTS

Small Bets, Big Problems: Why MLB Wants to Ban Micro Prop Bets

Micro prop bets are tiny wagers on very specific moments in sports games. These bets are becoming a big issue. Major League Baseball (MLB) is trying to stop them. They think these bets threaten the fairness of the game. MLB talked to gambling companies about banning micro prop bets. They almost had

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