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North Carolina Man Wins $200K from $5 Scratch-Off Ticket
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North Carolina Man Wins $200K from $5 Scratch-Off Ticket

A Greenville resident won the top prize from the newly launched Wheel of Fortune ticket. The player beat the odds of 1 in 1,112,016 to win the first $200,000 top prize.

August 12, 2026·1 min read
South Korea Shuts Down Massive Illegal Gambling and Porn Ring
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South Korea Shuts Down Massive Illegal Gambling and Porn Ring

South Korean authorities have dismantled a massive illegal gambling and pornography operation, arresting key suspects and seizing millions in profits. The criminal syndicate used illicit sexual materials to lure users into gambling activities.

August 12, 2026·1 min read
Alberta Boosts Support for Problem Gambling with New Resources
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Alberta Boosts Support for Problem Gambling with New Resources

Alberta is enhancing its gambling addiction support capabilities following the launch of its regulated iGaming market. The province is examining proposals for new services to complement existing resources.

August 12, 2026·1 min read
Justin Zaki Wins $391,550 at Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open $25k High Roller
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Justin Zaki Wins $391,550 at Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open $25k High Roller

Justin Zaki secured a massive $391,550 payday and 420 Card Player Player of the Year points at the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open $25,000 High Roller. This win pushed his lifetime earnings to nearly $8.1 million.

August 12, 2026·1 min read
Over 540 Betting Shops Close in Britain, Thousands of Jobs Lost
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Over 540 Betting Shops Close in Britain, Thousands of Jobs Lost

The Betting and Gaming Council reports significant closures and job losses in Britain's gambling industry, warning of further economic impacts.

August 12, 2026·1 min read
Harnett County Man Wins $1M in Lottery, Plans to Buy New Home
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Harnett County Man Wins $1M in Lottery, Plans to Buy New Home

Raymond Johnson of Bunnlevel, North Carolina, won $1,000,000 playing the $10 Triple Red 777 Jackpot scratch-off game. He plans to use the winnings to buy a new home for his family.

August 12, 2026·1 min read
Pragmatic Play Enhances Privé Lounge Blackjack with New Features
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Pragmatic Play Enhances Privé Lounge Blackjack with New Features

Pragmatic Play has introduced two new features to its Privé Lounge Blackjack, boosting the payout to 99.51% and enhancing the VIP experience. The new features are Face Down Double Down and Split After Split.

August 12, 2026·1 min read
Flutter Integrates PokerStars with Other Brands to Boost Player Liquidity
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Flutter Integrates PokerStars with Other Brands to Boost Player Liquidity

Flutter Entertainment is consolidating PokerStars with other gaming brands to increase player liquidity. The integration began with Betfair and will expand to Sky Bet and Paddy Power.

August 12, 2026·1 min read
Maryland Student Wins $1 Million in Powerball
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Maryland Student Wins $1 Million in Powerball

A Bowie State University graduate, known as 'Powerball Bulldog,' won $1 million from Powerball. He initially didn't believe he had won but later confirmed his victory.

August 11, 2026·1 min read