Vinny Magliulo, who looks strikingly like the famous actor Robert De Niro, is set to be honored by the Sports Gambling Hall of Fame on August 7. The ceremony will take place in Circa’s Galaxy Ballroom, closing the four‑day BetBash 2026 event. Magliulo’s career began in a small Brooklyn town where
A former baseball star now waits for his fate after legal troubles linked to illegal gambling. Federal prosecutors recently asked a court to send him to prison for 18 months. They also want him to pay a $55, 000 fine and serve three years on probation. The prosecutors claim this punishment fits his
A US senator is asking major sports organizations tough questions about their growing relationships with gambling companies. The letter targets six leagues—NFL, NBA, NCAA, MLB, NHL, and MLS—asking for details on partnerships with sportsbooks and prediction markets. Concerns include protecting athlet
Louisiana has seen a huge rise in sports betting, with over $440 million in wagers in 2025. But this growth has come with a dark side: a point-shaving scandal involving college basketball players. Players from Tulane University, Nicholls State, and the University of New Orleans were indicted for try
A massive betting scandal has shaken the world of basketball, with federal prosecutors in Philadelphia accusing numerous individuals of manipulating games in both the NCAA and Chinese professional leagues. This isn't just about a few bad apples; it's a wide-reaching operation that involved players,
Missouri is about to join the sports betting party, and it's bringing some serious perks to the table. Starting December 1, 2025, residents will have access to a variety of sportsbooks, each with its own set of bonuses to kick things off. Fanatics Sportsbook is offering a unique deal: deposit $50 a
In the world of online betting, a new trend is taking over. People are no longer just betting on sports or casino games. They are now betting on almost anything, from politics to pop culture. This is all thanks to prediction markets like Kalshi, PredictIt, and Polymarket. One person who has jumped
Sports are facing a serious problem with gambling. It's not new, but it's getting worse. In the past, strong leaders like Kenesaw Mountain Landis took a hard stance against gambling. He banned players involved in the 1919 World Series fix, sending a clear message. But today, the situation is differe
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
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
