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Basketball Betting Scandal Rocks NCAA and Chinese Leagues

January 15, 2026

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,

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Missouri's Sports Betting Bonanza: What's in Store for You?

November 18, 2025

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

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Betting on the Future: The Rise of Prediction Markets

November 17, 2025

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

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Sports Betting: A Growing Threat to Fair Play

November 15, 2025

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

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Baseball's Dark Side: Pitchers, Bets, and Bad Choices

November 10, 2025

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

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The Hidden World of Honolulu's Football Betting Scandal

November 7, 2025

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

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College Athletes and Sports Betting: A Risky Mix?

October 29, 2025

The NCAA has recently stirred up a lot of controversy by changing its rules on sports betting. Just last week, they decided to let college athletes bet on pro sports. But then, things got complicated. First, the NCAA's Division I board pushed back the start date for this new rule. It was supposed t

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Small Bets, Big Problems: Why MLB Wants to Ban Micro Prop Bets

October 29, 2025

Micro prop bets are tiny wagers on very specific moments in sports games. These bets are becoming a big issue. Major League Baseball (MLB) is trying to stop them. They think these bets threaten the fairness of the game. MLB talked to gambling companies about banning micro prop bets. They almost had

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Gambling Shadows in Sports: A Look at Recent Scandals

October 26, 2025

Sports have always had a dark side, and recently, it's been about gambling. The FBI made some big arrests, including NBA coach Chauncey Billups and player Terry Rozier. This isn't new, though. Gambling scandals have been around for a long time. Back in 1920, the "Black Sox Scandal" rocked baseball.

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NBA's Gambling Problem: A Wake-Up Call for College Sports

October 24, 2025

The NBA is facing serious trouble with gambling. A recent court case shows how insiders might be fixing games. Damon Jones, a former NBA player, sent a message telling others to bet big on a game because LeBron James wouldn't play. This is a big deal because it shows how inside information can be us