Can we ever make enough money? This is a rhetorical question. I’m trying to follow this gambling scandal currently unfolding in the NBA. And what confuses me is why millionaires need to make more money by breaking the law. Rich athletes, musicians, tech titans, and politicians do stupid things all the time. Yet they have…
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I consider myself a casual sports fan. At one time in my life, like many youngsters, I was obsessed with sports. While playing baseball and basketball, I also knew a lot about football and hockey. But once I graduated from college, I didn’t pay quite as much attention. But I still try to keep up…
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At this stage in life, it takes a lot to shock me. But I read something the other day that stunned me and made me question just how unhinged our world is becoming. And this has nothing to do with politics. The story was about baseball. It was a discussion about the numerous death threats…
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Las Vegas has long been a place for people to get away and have a good time. Get lucky, and you win a few games and still go home with some cash. Plus, you might get comped a free meal or room. But things are changing. Casinos no longer care about the little guy. They’re…
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The Kentucky Derby is back, and at least for the weekend, many people are horse racing fans. I’ve never understood the appeal of the sport. I’ve seen it in person, and it still bores me. Now most people aren’t that passionate about horse racing. I think they love the fact that you can gamble on…
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To win the lottery, does it take luck or research? I’m sure most people would say luck. But I know one person in Maryland who thinks research is the answer. She says that because she’s won over $100,000 three times in the last five years. And she claims…
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More and more states have started to allow sports betting. If you watch sports on TV, you’ve probably seen an increase in the commercials. I’m still surprised that Tennessee changed its gambling laws to allow betting in the state. I remember when the lottery was approved years ago, and many people had issues with any…
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Sports betting in Tennessee was legalized last year. But, unlike any other state, the only way to bet is through online websites and apps. The new law went into effect in November, and the action was huge. But, I wonder does this form of gambling have the potential to cause additional problems versus other forms?…
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