Sports Betting Addiction

As sports betting addiction takes hold in Brazil, the government moves to crack down

The story of “King,” who doesn't disclose his real name, is similar to that of many vulnerable Brazilians in recent years

World - ABC News - 6 hours ago

New Jersey loves the money from online sports betting, but fears addictive consequences

Online sports betting is bringing in new revenue for New Jersey, but it is also creating concerns over gambling addiction and whether it harms the finances of Atlantic City’s casinos, which depend ...

Entertainment - ABC News - October 24

New Jersey loves the money from online sports betting, but fears addictive consequences

Online sports betting is bringing in new revenue for New Jersey, but it is also creating concerns over gambling addiction and whether it harms the finances of Atlantic City’s casinos, which depend ...

Sports - ABC News - October 24

New Jersey Benefits From Sports Betting, but at What Cost?

While sports betting has created jobs and revenue for the state, there’s a dark side too.

Business - Inc. - October 24

Betting the Sports Equinox: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL picks for Monday

The World Series highlights a 2024 sports equinox filled with plenty of betting opportunities. Here are our picks for the day.

Sports - ESPN - October 28

Harris courts male voters on fantasy sports, sports betting and video game platforms

Kamala Harris' presidential campaign is ramping up efforts to court male voters two weeks before Election Day with ads on platforms frequented by men like fantasy sports, sports betting, sports ...

Politics - NBC News - October 18

Missouri sports betting ballot measure highlights national debate about tax rates

Missouri voters are considering whether to make the state the 40th jurisdiction to legalize sports betting

Sports - ABC News - October 27

Meta Battles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit in Massachusetts

Meta, which owns and operates Facebook and Instagram, is facing accusations that it used tactics to get users hooked on its platforms.

Business - Inc. - October 19

The EU Is Investigating Temu for Illegal Products and Addictive Design

Toys, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics are suspected to be among the noncompliant products available to the Chinese shopping platform’s 90 million European users.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Stubbornly glamorous cocaine lures us into addiction

If we really want to halt the scourge, we need to understand how the drug affects the many weekend users. Martha Gill’s article about the ravages of increased cocaine usage and purity raises ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Addicted to love: how dating apps ‘exploit’ their users

Online services that promise to find people romantic matches have been likened to gambling products designed to keep customers hooked. “Designed to be deleted” is the tagline of one of the UK’s ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

David Squires on … the game to which we remain addicted: Lawyerball!

Our resident cartoonist pays homage to the tribunal defence teams that make football what it is today. Get copies of David’s cartoons in our Print Shop Continue reading...

World - The Guardian - October 15

California AG: TikTok uses deception to ‘addict our children’

The Attorneys General of 13 states and the District of Columbia are suing the social media platform TikTok over concerns that it harms children’s mental health. California Attorney General Rob ...

Politics - NBC News - October 15

Meta Will Face State Lawsuits Alleging Teen Social Media Addiction

Despite efforts to have two cases dismissed, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook will have a legal reckoning over allegations its platforms harm younger users.

Business - Inc. - October 16

Weight loss drugs could help patients struggling with addiction, study says

A new study shows diabetes drugs like Mounjaro and Ozempic, which people also take to lose weight, may help patients suffering from addiction. CBS News contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains.

Weight loss drugs could help with alcohol, opioid addiction, study says

Drugs like Mounjaro and Ozempic, which many use for weight loss, may also help patients suffering from addiction, according to a new study.

Study finds drugs like Ozempic could help with substance addiction

New research suggests diabetes drugs like Ozempic, which some people also take to lose weight, may also help patients suffering from substance addiction. CBS News contributor Dr. Celene Gounder has ...

A death row inmate wrestled with guilt and addiction before his execution

ATMORE, Ala. — When Derrick Dearman entered Alabama’s execution chamber Thursday evening, he was the fifth man the state put to death this year.

Some consumers say a kratom drink's marketing led to an addiction

Jasmine Adeoye, an account manager based in Austin, Texas, said she became addicted to kratom drink "Feel Free Classic," after she sought an alcohol alternative.

Officer apologises for calling Novichok victim 'well-known drug addict'

An inquiry into the death of Dawn Sturgess has begun its third week.

The agony of ketamine addiction: ‘I felt like I was peeing glass’

It is gen Z’s recreational drug of choice in the UK and US – and with rising use come big problems, including incontinence, bladder damage, renal failure, depression and extreme pain. The first ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports AM: Happy Sports Equinox!

In today's edition: Happy Sports Equinox, "The Maryland Miracle," the Dodgers and Yankees both have history on their side, LeBron is actually insane, Top 13 plays of the weekend, and more.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 28

Yahoo Sports AM: The election and college sports

In today's edition: How the election will impact the future of college sports, Chiefs win 14th straight, Flagg Day in Durham, Ovechkin's closing in on Gretzky, and more.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - Yesterday

Liam Payne dies at 31: What he shared about struggle with addiction and mental health

World - Yahoo News - October 18

Rosie O'Donnell calls addiction a 'deadly disease' after daughter's drug-related arrest

Rosie O'Donnell says her daughter Chelsea, who faces felony child neglect and drug possession charges after a recent arrest, has long struggled with addiction.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 21

Montana AG sues TikTok, alleging platform is addictive, harmful to youth mental health

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen filed a lawsuit Thursday against TikTok, alleging the social media platform knowingly shared addictive and harmful content with children and teens. The suit ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

‘You only get one shot so why not?’: The Bear’s Matty Matheson on cooking, addiction and making the most of life

Millions knew him as The Bear’s lovable goofball Neil Fak, but his own story is more than a match for the show’s boiling tension. He talks about his restaurant empire, YouTube fame and journey back ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Diamond Sports, FanDuel reach naming rights agreement for regional sports networks

Diamond Sports and FanDuel have reached a naming rights agreement for Diamond Sports' regional sports networks.

Business - CNBC - October 18

Diamond Sports Groups channels branded as part of FanDuel Sports Network in deal

Diamond Sports Group's channels will soon bear the name of FanDuel Sports Network

Entertainment - ABC News - October 18

Diamond Sports Groups channels branded as part of FanDuel Sports Network in deal

Diamond Sports Group's channels will soon bear the name of FanDuel Sports Network

Sports - ABC News - October 18

The Dark Spiral of a Modern Sports Gambler

He thought he had found a hack. Then the losses piled up, and Jordan Holt “couldn’t stop.”

Sports - The New York Times - October 14

They Smash Chestnuts as a Sport. Then Controversy Hit.

World Conker Championships is a light-hearted event that has attracted contestants from all over the globe. This year, a cheating scandal took it by storm.

Sports - The New York Times - October 20

Yahoo Sports AM: Yankees on the brink

In today's edition: Dodgers go up 3-0, Steelers extend Monday night winning streak, WNBA firing spree, the Tommy John World Series, Messi for MVP, and more.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 29

Yahoo Sports AM: Hometown hero

In today's edition: Volpe's big night, every NFL starting QB this century, NBA power rankings, exploring the Tour de France route, and more.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 30

Sporting ending was written like this - Amorim

Manchester United's incoming head coach Ruben Amorim reflects on a dream departure from Sporting, but warns of "different world" in the Premier League.

US election betting is on a roll

In the months leading up to election day, people from around the world have placed millions of dollars in wagers on who will be the next American president

World - Financial Times - October 30