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Prediction markets are back in the spotlight, this time because of the war in Iran April 09, 2026 - 7:30 PM

Prediction markets let people wager on just about anything — from basketball games to elections. And among more jarring bets recently, the fate of the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices, AP source says April 09, 2026 - 3:01 PM

The Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices, according to a government official.
Judge rejects bid to stop Arizona’s prosecution of Kalshi on wagering charges April 09, 2026 - 2:48 PM

PHOENIX (AP) — A federal judge has denied a request from prediction market operator Kalshi to bar Arizona prosecutors from moving forward with a criminal case, alleging the company is operating an illegal betting platform in the state.
Ole Miss announces college gambling center as concerns rise over addiction, athletes March 24, 2026 - 8:50 AM

The University of Mississippi on Monday announced the upcoming launch of its new Center on Collegiate Gambling, which researchers describe as the “first of its kind in the nation” amid rising national concern about betting on collegiate sports.
Kalshi and Polymarket place new bans on insider trading as senators move to curb prediction markets March 23, 2026 - 7:36 PM

NEW YORK (AP) — Kalshi and Polymarket, the two biggest prediction market platforms, rushed to institute new industry guardrails and add new surveillance tools on Monday after two key senators announced legislation that could severely curtail the industry’s prospects.
NCAA asks court to stop DraftKings from using trademarked terms such as 'March Madness' March 21, 2026 - 5:55 AM

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The NCAA filed a complaint in federal court Friday seeking an emergency restraining order to stop online sportsbook DraftKings from using registered trademarks associated with the NCAA men's and women's basketball tournaments.
Ont. ticket price cap hard to enforce, could send fans to informal markets: experts March 20, 2026 - 1:40 PM

TORONTO — The Ontario government's push to cap resale ticket prices for events across the province might not be much help to fans.
Ontario plans to cap ticket resale prices at original value March 20, 2026 - 11:12 AM

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government is planning to amend ticket sales legislation to cap resale prices, seven years after it cancelled similar planned changes.
MLB partners with Polymarket, makes integrity pact with federal commission on prediction markets March 20, 2026 - 5:08 AM

Major League Baseball is entering an official partnership with Polymarket and has an agreement with the federal commission overseeing prediction markets to collaborate on integrity concerns.
Michael Bambang Hartono, tobacco tycoon and Indonesia's richest man, dies at 86 March 19, 2026 - 6:41 AM

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia's richest man, Michael Bambang Hartono, who helped turn the Djarum cigarette company into one of the country’s largest business empires, died Thursday. He was 86.
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THOMPSON: Department of War name change comes with hefty bill for American taxpayers
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Why Okanagan cannabis shops aren't dominating the black market
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The story behind the Shuswap's familiar and historic Trickle Inn
A large, charming white house with green trim has been a familiar site for people travelling through the Shuswap for decades. Perched on side of the Trans-Canada Highway in Tappen, the house was a family home for the Carlin family for sever

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