There has been a lot of discussion about a recent $25/50 high-stakes poker hand, played by YouTuber Mariano and tournament crusher Kristen Foxen, in which both players flopped monster holdings on a KQJ rainbow board. Mariano, who raised from UTG+1, flopped the nuts with ATo. Foxen, who called from the big blind after four other
Virginia lawmakers find insurmountable resistance to the measure and don’t move forward A proposal to bring a casino to Fairfax County, Virginia, has been put on hold after facing strong pushback from residents and local leaders. The plan, centered around Senate Bill 675, aimed to let voters decide whether to approve a gaming venue in
The country will have its first land-based casino in a few years and wants to block iGaming Japan is moving forward with major legislative changes aimed at curbing gambling addiction and reshaping its approach to casino gaming. The country’s House of Representatives recently passed a bill that would prohibit both the operation and promotion of
SE Asia is rapidly becoming the gambling hub of the world Sri Lanka is moving closer to reshaping its gambling landscape, with a newly proposed bill that could bring major changes to how betting and gaming are regulated across the country. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake recently published a draft law that, if passed by parliament,
Australian state legislators are cracking down on casinos Australia is moving closer to integrating carded play into its gambling regulations, with Victoria leading the shift through newly passed legislation. On May 27, 2025, the Victorian Parliament approved the Gambling Legislation Amendment (Pre-commitment and Carded Play) Bill 2024, signaling a stronger push toward responsible gambling measures
The only approval remaining for the project is that of Gov. Kathy Holchul The New York State Senate has given the green light to a proposal that could clear the way for a major casino and entertainment development near Citi Field in Queens. The legislation, backed by Mets owner Steve Cohen, would allow for the
Lawmakers are confident the legislation will progress over the summer Thailand’s controversial casino bill is expected to take center stage when the country’s parliament reconvenes in early July. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat confirmed that the legislation, which would legalize casino-entertainment complexes, is now a top priority for the government, despite ongoing political tension and
The country could following several others considering legalized casinos in the region Indonesia is starting to attract attention in Southeast Asia’s casino conversation, following a new proposal that could change how the country approaches gambling laws. A recent public discussion in West Java sparked debate after an academic suggested that the country consider legalizing casinos—but
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The Hampton Beach Casino could more than quadruple its gaming size following local approvals Developers behind the upcoming Hampton Beach Casino complex have received the green light to expand their charitable gaming operation. On May 15, the Hampton Zoning Board voted 4-1 in favor of a special exception, allowing a significant increase in gaming space
Earlier this week I had to go into the city, about an hour from home, for an early doctor’s appointment. The trip was a hassle, but fortunately I had a good motivator: a $100 poker tournament donkament at the nearby casino. Because what better way is there to spend a Monday morning? Excited by the
Some lawmakers are calling for a referendum, which could force the bill to a halt Thailand’s ongoing journey toward legalized casino gambling has hit a potential roadblock, as a Senate panel has called for a national referendum before moving forward with any new legislation. This development, while not entirely unexpected, adds a significant layer of
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