Louis Ruggiero’s Redemption Journey and Impact of 'Nothing’s Off The
After taking his own life back, Louis Ruggiero is committed to helping others win their fight against gambling addiction.
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Recovered Gambler Raises Concerns Over NCPG Conference Sponsors
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) is in the middle of its annual conference in Nashville, Tennessee. The event’s sponsors are a cause for concern, according to recovered problem gambler Louis Ruggiero Jr.
Mississippi Lieutenant Governor Urges Senate to Reject Mobile Sports
Mississippi's debate over legalizing mobile sports betting has resurfaced after Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann urged the state Senate to reject the proposal, citing concerns over gambling addiction, the impact on land-based casinos, and questions over its economic benefits.
Sportsbook VIP Hosts Under Scrutiny Following Bryce Harper Video
It’s been a tough year for sportsbook VIP hosts.
FanDuel Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Role in Gambling Addiction
A recent report involving leading sportsbook FanDuel has drawn attention to the potentially predatory practices used to keep customers engaged.
Woman Marries 14 Men to Fuel Gambling Habit
A 33-year-old woman from Las Vegas allegedly said “yes” to more than a dozen men during official wedding ceremonies as part of a crazy plan to fuel her gambling habits.
South Korean Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Attempted Matricide and
A South Korean court has sentenced a sports gambling-addicted man to five years in prison for trying to bludgeon his mother to death.
Russian Lawmakers Warn 12% of Population Addicted to Gambling
Almost 13 million Russians are addicted to gambling, lawmakers say, with compulsive bettors staking 21% of their monthly income on wagers and online casinos.
Annie Knight Reveals Fiancé's $30K Gambling Addiction Struggle
Adult star Annie Knight opened up about one of the toughest periods in her relationship with fiancé Henry Brayshaw, revealing that his gambling addiction almost caused their relationship to fall apart.
Sydney Man Loses $160K Gambling, Calls for Stronger Player Protections
A man from Sydney spent over $160,000 on lottery tickets and poker machines in less than two years, emphasizing the need for more protection for vulnerable gamblers.
US Public Health Concerns Raised over Prediction Markets
Prediction markets, and especially sports event contracts, are often seen as not gambling, despite concerns raised by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) revealing that 45% of Americans equate prediction markets to a form of gambling.
South Korean Gambling Addiction Rates Reach Record High
South Korean gambling addiction rates hit a new record high in 2025, while the number of alcoholics fell to its lowest level in a decade.