Full Tilt Poker Deal, Sands CEO Talks Online Legislation, and More

Full Tilt Poker has reportedly reached an agreement to transfer its assets to Groupe Bernard Tapie.
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Charity Event Family

PokerNews had the opportunity to sit down with Phil Hellmuth & chat about his upcoming charity event and his family.
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Matt Marafioti Cracks the Top 10

A look at the Global Poker Index rankings for the week of Dec. 12, 2011 where Matt Marafioti made his debut in the top 10.
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PokerStars Among 38 Operators Granted Online Gaming Licenses in Denmark

PokerStars, 888, bwin.party, PKR and Unibet were among the 38 operators awarded online gambling licenses in Denmark.
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Last Chance to Build Your Stack in the $10,000 Unibet Size Does Matter Promotion

Now is your last chance to build your stack in the $10,000 Unibet Size Does Matter promotion. Dont miss out!
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Marianela Pereyra to Fill in for World Poker Tour s Kimberly Lansing

The World Poker Tour has announced that Marianela Pereyra will fill in for WPT Anchor Kimberly Lansing while the latter is on maternity leave.
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Groupe Bernard Tapie, Full Tilt Poker to Transfer Assets; Apply for Spanish License

A deal has reportedly been reached between Full Tilt Poker and French investment firm Groupe Bernard Tapie to move forward with the sale of the online poker room.
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Independent Events

Check out our picks, and fantasy football advice for Week 6 of the NFL regular season.
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Bodog Leaves U.S. Market, Andy Bloch Wins Epic Pro/Am, and More

Looking for your fill of the days poker news? Check out the Nightly Turbo for news on Bodog, and more.
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Romney Breaks Mormon Beliefs With Perry Gambling Offer

Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney broke from his Mormon practices at a debate over the weekend when he offered up a $10,000 bet proposition to fellow GOP candidate Rick Perry.
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Online Gambling Site Buys Michael Jackson Hair For Roulette Ball

OnlineGamblingPal.com has an interesting take on preserving The King of Pops legacy. The online company has purchased a piece of Michael Jacksons hair, and expects to turn the hair into a roulette ball.
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Lesniak To Strip Online Gambling Out Of Sports Betting Bill

Senator Raymond Lesniak is stripping online and mobile gambling out of a bill that will legalize sports betting in New Jersey. The move is being made to help the chances Governor Chris Christie signs the legislation.
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Latin American Poker Tour Announces Season 4 Grand Final in Sao Paulo, Brazil

PokerStars announced to destination for the Season 4 Latin American Poker Tour to be Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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Japan Reconsiders Casinos, Vegas Revenue Rebounding, and More

Japanese legislators are changing their minds about casinos, Las Vegas casinos put up impressive numbers in October, and Majestic Star emerged from bankruptcy.
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Last Chance to Win Big in the $10,000 PokerStars PokerNews League

Dont miss out on your last chance to pick up huge cash prizes in the $10,000 PokerStars PokerNews League.
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Bodog Rebrands to Bovada in the United States

Bodog has announced that its rebranding itself as Bovada to players in the United States.
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Dato Leads After Small Turnout

Day 1a of the World Poker Tour Venica kicked off on Tuesday. Leading the way is Andrea Dato with 217, 300 in chips.
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Truong Leads

A recap of the two Day 1 starting flights of the World Series of Poker Circuit Atlantic City.
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Steelers And Browns

The NFLs Thursday night schedule continues this evening when the Pittsburgh Steelers host the Cleveland Browns. The Steelers are marching towards the playoffs while the Browns are again looking up at the AFC North.
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Hellmuth Talks Legislation, Aussie Millions $250,000 Buy-in, and More

Phil Hellmuth says hes close to signing with an online poker site in preparation of the legalization of online poker.
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Patrick Names Crosby Chair Of Gaming Commission IN Massachusetts

Governor Deval Patrick is moving swiftly towards bringing casino resorts to Massachusetts. On Tuesday, Patrick named Steve Crosby the Chair of the newly created Gaming Commission.
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Gamblers Heading Back To Las Vegas After Long Three Year Hiatus

It has been over three years since Las Vegas casino resorts have been operating at full capacity, but in October, gamblers started to head back to the casinos after the long economic recession.
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Major League Baseball Redefines Policy On Player Gambling

Major League Baseball has always had a strict rule against players betting on their own sport. The new labor agreement further defines the gambling rules, including banning players from betting with illegal bookies.
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Aussie Millions Set to Host $250,000 Super High Roller in 2012

A source at Crown Poker told PokerNews that a $250,000 Super High Roller event is set to take place at the 2012 Aussie Millions.
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ESPN2 to Air Six Episodes of World Series of Poker Europe Beginning Sunday

Six episodes of the 2011 World Series of Poker Europe are set to air on ESPN2 this Sunday, December 18.
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What Record is Jason Mercier Chasing

Who are the only two players in poker history to record four or more $1 million years in a row? Hint, it wasnt Ivey, Negreanu or Hellmuth. Also, what amazing first-time feat did Sam Trickett achieve in 2011?
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Off the Felt with Maria Ho

We recently sat down with Maria Ho to talk a little poker, Australia, and her adventures.
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Michael G. Strikes Gold on Goldbeard Slot Machine