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Poker Scandal Linked to the Lucchese Crime Family Uncovered in New Jersey

A poker and sports betting ring with ties to the Lucchese crime family has been dismantled in New Jersey—among those charged is a local councilman.

From Sunday Million Glory to $0: The Rise and Fall of Camillo30

Camillo30 won $176,959 in the PokerStars Sunday Million—then lost it all within weeks. A cautionary tale of ego, poor bankroll management, and tilt.

Phil Hellmuth’s $80 Million Miss: A Startup Deal That Got Away

Phil Hellmuth declined a $15K startup investment later valued at $80 million. Alan Keating shared the details on the Doug Polk Podcast.

Attorney Thomas Goldstein to Remain Under Electronic Monitoring – Court Decision

High-profile attorney Thomas Goldstein, facing allegations of $50 million poker-related tax fraud, will remain under electronic monitoring due to high flight risk.

Veronica Brill Revisits the Postle Scandal Through Animated Series

The Mike Postle poker scandal returns—Veronica Brill breaks it down in a new animated series about one of the most infamous cheating cases in poker.

WPT Global Targets Polish Market as PokerStars Bows Out

With PokerStars exiting Poland, WPT Global is stepping up its efforts to expand in the region and attract displaced online poker players.

Szoboszlai vs. Güler: The “1088” Feud After Hungary–Turkey Clash

Tensions rise between poker fan Dominik Szoboszlai and Arda Güler after Turkey’s 3–0 win over Hungary, with the feud continuing on social media.

Doyle Brunson, the Eternal Poker Legend – and the Story Behind the Name "Texas Dolly"

Doyle Brunson didn’t choose the nickname “Texas Dolly” — it came from a simple misunderstanding. Discover the story that turned into poker legend.

The EPT Berlin Heist: 15 Years Since Poker’s Most Infamous Robbery

15 years ago, the EPT Berlin heist shocked the poker world as armed robbers stormed the tournament venue, stealing €242,000. The crime, arrests, and its lasting impact.

Cheating Allegations Rock Las Vegas – Mike Holtz and Top Pros Demand Reform

After the Poker Atlas Tour Main Event, serious cheating concerns have been raised. Mike Holtz and several well-known players are calling for immediate action.

Raabs Pokernacht: Stefan Raab's New Show Starts with Low Ratings on RTL

Raabs Pokernacht, Stefan Raab's new poker show on RTL, launched in partnership with GGPoker but debuted with low ratings.

A Billionaire Plans a Drug-Free High Roller Poker Tournament Series

Alcohol is Allowed, Drugs Are Not – Chamath Palihapitiya has floated the idea of launching a unique high roller poker tournament series where the use of recreational drugs would be strictly prohibited.

WSOP 2025: The Schedule is Here, GGPoker Preserves Traditions

The 2025 WSOP returns to Las Vegas from May 27 to July 16. GGPoker has made minimal changes to the schedule, keeping traditions while introducing new events.

Patrik Demus, RakeRace.com MTT Coach, Finishes 3rd in WPT Prime Cambodia – Wins $111,200!

Patrik "patr1ckz" Demus, the RakeRace.com coach, secured 3rd place at the WPT Prime Cambodia $1,100 NLHE event, earning $111,200. Read more about his deep run!

Leon Tsoukernik Discharged from Hospital, Feeling Fantastic

The founder of King’s Resort fell into a coma two weeks ago, and doctors were initially uncertain about his recovery.

Leon Tsoukernik Hospitalized in Critical Condition

Leon Tsoukernik, former owner of King’s Resort, is fighting for his life after a suspected propofol overdose. Police have launched an investigation.

Player of the Year 2024: David Coleman

Among the honorees, David Coleman clinched the coveted Player of the Year title.

Ba dum tss! The new Rakerace.com website is now live!

Rakerace.com has achieved a significant milestone: a complete relaunch. As one of the longest-operating poker affiliates in the world, our revamped site boasts a fresh aesthetic to match its unparalleled status.

Toby Lewis Won the EPT Vilamoura

EPT Season 7’s second stop in Vilamoura, Portugal attracted 384 players, including Daniel Negreanu, Kevin MacPhee, Arnaud Mattern, Antonio Esfandiari, Chris Moorman and JP Kelly. The latter even hosted the prize ceremony of the ’Fairways and Felts’ golf and poker event during the tourney.

This Week In Poker - Kimberly Lansing, Phil Laak

In this recent episode of  "This Week In Poker"  the 2 main guests are Kimberly Lansing and Phil Laak. Kimberly Lansing talks about the WPT, the coming Legends of Poker nomination, her engagement and much more, while Phil Laak first talks about his horrific ATV accident in Oregon, during which he broke 7 bones, and got a serious eye injury as well.

FBI agents visiting American online poker players

Rumors have it that FBI have set out to inverstigate Full Tilt Poker, according  to the online journal ’Online-casinos’.

Full Tilt Poker launches the world’s fastest on-line poker game

Got the need for speed? Do you always like been in the action? Then Full Tilt Poker has the solution for you, with its new game Rush Poker.

High Stakes Poker set to return for season 6

The wait is over and details are finally out for the highly anticipated return of High Stakes Poker. Season six will premiere on February 14, 2010 at 8.00pm on the GSN (Game Show Network) and is set to be filmed at the Golden Nugget in Las Vegas.
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