Archive for December, 2009
Obama Article Draws Poker Comparisons
Written by Renee K | Thursday, December 10th, 2009
An interesting article appeared in the prestigious National Journal publication, drawing a distinct comparison between President Barack Obama and the game of poker
Cada Lobbies for Legal US Online Poker
Written by Roger S | Thursday, December 10th, 2009
Joe Cada, who became the youngest poker player in the history of the World Series of Poker to win the Main Event when he beat Maryland logger, Darvin Moon in a nail biting finale, is lobbying for the introduction of a regulated, legalized online poker industry in the United States.
Pitbull Poker Owner Being Hunted Down
Written by Roger S | Monday, December 7th, 2009
As a recap, this rogue online poker room shut up its website and premises in Costa Rica literally overnight, and many players are still owed money that had been deposited into their accounts including yours truly.
PPA Attacks FBI Letter on Internet Gambling
Written by Roger S | Monday, December 7th, 2009
The Poker Players Alliance has come out strongly against a letter from the Federal Bureau of Investigations claiming that collusion is possible at online poker sites. The letter also implied that there was very little done to counter collusion at these poker rooms.
BC Poker Champ Winner Arrested for Murder
Written by Matt W | Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
Sophon Sek, winner of the 2009 British Columbia Poker Championships was on a high last Saturday after beating a large field of players to take home the title, but not for long.
Addict Plays 40000 Hands in 24hr
Written by Renee K | Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009
Talk about pure Russian stalwart staying power! Online poker player innerpsy showed them all what willpower is all about after setting a new record for playing the most number of hands in a 24 hour period.