While World Poker Tour Enterprises received good news this week with the signing of a sponsorship deal with Full Tilt, the company's own streak of losses continued in the third quarter according to recently released results...
Another Sunday night full of online poker action saw 'sistabossen' and 'METZMAGNY' capture the night's biggest prizes at Full Tilt and PokerStars, respectively. Overall, attendance in the biggest online events ticked upward...
The US Department of Justice filed a brief late last week in connection with the Interactive Media Entertainment & Gaming Association's ongoing challenge to the United States' Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act...
Rheumatoid arthritis appears to be on the rise among U.S. women after four decades of retreat. The condition is an inflammatory type of arthritis that leads to joint pain, swelling, stiffness and joint damage. The rate of new cases of rheumatoid arthritis in the United States declined from 1955 through 1994. But from 1995 through 2004, the rate was 54 new cases annually per 100,000 women, up from 36 per 100,000 during the decade previous. About 1 percent of people in the United States have rheumatoid arthritis.
Following the decision of a Kentucky Circuit Court to uphold an initial seizure order affecting 141 Internet domain names connected to various forms of online gaming, one of the interested parties in the case, the Interactive Media...
Australians Joe Hachem and Shane Warne are teaming up to host a charity designed to benefit sick and underprivileged children down under. The Crown Casino in Melbourne will host the charity event on October 27th, with proceeds...
This past week, a group of students attending the University of Nevada Las Vegas campus were given details from an inside perspective regarding one of the most famous instances of 'hitting it big in Vegas.' Poker professional and former...
PartyPoker has now officially announced three of the twelve invitees to the third edition of the PartyPoker Premier League, an elite series of poker matchups. JC Tran and Juha Helppi are the most recent invitees to be named...
Ever since operating room nurse Pauline Taylor got sick after getting a shot a few years ago, she's sworn off the vaccine. "I rarely get sick. The only thing I could narrow it down to is that I had gotten this shot," said Taylor. In fact, nearly 60 percent of health care workers fail to get a flu shot, despite recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that all health care workers get vaccinated. However, there are still very few well documented cases of flu outbreaks caused by health care workers. Health care workers opt not to get vaccinated for the same reasons others are hesitant, including a fear of catching the flu from the vaccine itself.
Online poker site Full Tilt has just released the schedule for the tenth installment of its tri-annual event. The Full Tilt of Poker Series (FTOPS) is scheduled to get underway November 5th, with twenty-five events taking place...
'Put Charles Darwin, Claude Monet and J.R.R. Tolkein in a room with six bottles of vodka and a party pack of recreational drugs and, combined, they could not come close to the concept of New Zealand. If nature had a design studio...
Heart attacks occur earlier in people who are overweight or obese, and obesity has overtaken smoking as the leading cause of premature heart attacks. Dr. Peter A. McCullough, whose research determined this, said that, "Since two thirds of Americans have excess body fat we expect an explosion in the rates of heart attacks among women in their 40âs and 50âs." McCullough and his colleagues examined the records of more than 111,000 patients who suffered a heart attack. They found that the average age at first heart attack was 74.6 years in the leanest patients and 58.7 years in the most obese.
At the dawn of the poker boom, Jon Turner was studying computer science at the University of North Carolina - Raleigh. Like so many of us, he was introduced to no-limit hold'em while watching ESPN's broadcast of the 2003 World Series...
Searching the Internet may help middle-aged and older adults keep their memories sharp. Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles studied people doing Web searches while their brain activity was recorded with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) scans. People who had Internet experience used more of their brain during the search, suggesting that that act of searching on the Internet may train the brain.
The Tony G Celebrity Shootout Bounty Tournament, Event #5 at the 2008 PokerNews Cup Australia Championships, drew a stacked field of tough competitors, all gunning for each other and the bounty lanyards that a portion of the field wore...
The second installment of the PokerNews Cup at the Crown Casino in Melbourne, Australia kicked off with 422 entrants easily combining to exceed the $75,000 guaranteed prize pool for the series' opening event, a no-limit...
With his choice of screen name, one might think that Phil 'OMGClayAiken' Galfond is an unapologetic "American Idol" fan. Though he admits to having watched his fair share of the show, the story behind Galfond's online...
On October 7th, 2008, Lakes Entertainment announced it would be distributing all of the company's shares of World Poker Tour Enterprises (WPTE) stock. Lakes, a casino development and management company, is the largest...
Erica Schoenberg is one of those rare women who could stack you at no-limit hold'em in one moment and school you in beer pong the next. Equally at home in Manolo Blahnik stilettos or her beloved Cleveland Cavaliers jersey, Schoenberg...
John Juanda kicked off Day 4 of the 2008 World Series of Poker Europe Main Event as the chip leader, and carried that designation throughout the day and all the way to the final table as top players from the live and online worlds...
The Empire Casino in London's Leicester Square continued hosting many of the most famous faces in poker as Day 3 of the 2008 World Series of Poker Europe kicked off. Andy Bloch started the day with the chip lead, followed closely by...
A foundation populated by the giants of business, banking, government and military wants to âvetâ websites and limit the spread of information that it says creates âconspiracy theoriesâ. The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) says it is worried about the way the web has been âused to spread disinformationâ. They want to introduce a new system that would give websites a label for trustworthiness or unreliability. One âdamaging conspiracy theoryâ they want to shut down is the notion that MMR vaccines are harmful. Of course, this âconspiracy theoryâ stems not from paranoid forum postings and misquoted blog entries, but from scientific research into the mercury based preservative thimerosal. Thimerosal was developed by Eli Lilly, and Merck is the worldâs largest supplier of the MMR triple jab -- and it is little wonder W3C considers such information to be âdamagingâ given that Eli Lilly and Merck are both paid up and approved members of the Consortium! If anyone should be labeled with an âunreliableâ rating, it is the WC3.
Day 13 of the World Championship of Online Poker on PokerStars proved unlucky for most, but some continued to defy the odds. The WCOOP has already showcased some of the game's best and Day 13 was no exception. Bertrand 'ElkY' Grospellier...
One of the biggest complaints that I hear from men playing poker with women is that we like to yak. Well, gentlemen, thanks to Yaktivate.com and former Satellite Director of the World Series of Poker, Dianna Donofrio, our yak just got...
As the oldest member of the celebrated 'November Nine,' the nine finalists in the 2008 World Series of Poker Main Event who will return this November to battle for the title, it's a bit surprising to learn that Dennis Phillips has only...
There aren't many professional poker players who have received as much notice and acclaim in recent years as Daniel Negreanu. His four WSOP bracelets, two WPT titles, and numerous final tables and cashes have proven such attention...
A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association surveyed incoming interns at three training sites, anonymously evaluating these young doctors' participation in, and attitudes toward, unprofessional behaviors. The researchers found that up to 79 percent of doctors-in-training report at least one unprofessional behavior -- for example, having nonclinical, personal conversations in patient care areas, making fun of other doctors, wearing inappropriate clothing. Whatâs worse is that 17 percent of these interns reported making fun of patients when the patients were under anesthesia or not present. Those that participated in this specific behavior were the least likely to think that it was unethical. Research bears out that medical students enter medical school with compassion, a desire to be supportive and to be the patient's advocate. But sometime during the third year of medical school, the same research uncovers a shift in attitudes among students. Cynicism creeps in. The patient becomes de-personalized. Harm to patients is not always physical. It can be emotional as well. Patients can be abused by physicians who are cold, uncaring or cavalier. They can be abused when the physician, directly or indirectly, disparages them, making them feel embarrassed, even angry.
Titan Poker has announced that it will host the third semi-annual European Championship of Online Poker (ECOOP) beginning this November. The online series is open only to European players, and expands this year to 14 days of events...
With a cap of 300 players on Day 1a, Season 5 of the PokerStars.net European Poker Tour got off to a roaring start with only eight open seats. 292 players took the field at the EPT Barcelona Open on the day. In the field were WSOP champs...
A 2007 federal law requires the FDA to disclose all its investigations into reports of possibly drug-related adverse events. The first of this series of quarterly reports has been released. It includes adverse events reported between January 1 and March 31, 2008. Here's the list of drugs and the adverse events that have been reported: Arginine Hydrochloride Injection (R-Gene 10) -- Pediatric overdose due to labeling and packaging confusion Desflurane (Suprane) -- Cardiac arrest Duloxetine (Cymbalta) -- Urinary retention Etravirine (Intelence) -- Hemarthrosis (blood in a joint) Fluorouracil Cream (Carac) and Ketoconazole Cream (Kuric) -- Adverse events due to name confusion Heparin -- Anaphylactic-type (life-threatening allergic) reactions Icodextrin (Extraneal) -- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) Insulin U-500 (Humulin R) -- Dosing confusion Ivermectin (Stromectol) and Warfarin -- Drug interaction Lapatinib (Tykerb) -- Hepatotoxicity (liver toxicity) Lenalidomide (Revlimid) -- Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a deadly drug reaction) Natalizumab (Tysabri) -- Skin melanomas (deadly skin cancer) Nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) -- Overdose due to labeling confusion Octreotide Acetate Depot (Sandostatin LAR) -- Ileus (bowels not moving) Oxycodone Hydrochloride Controlled-Release (OxyContin) -- Drug misuse, abuse, and overdose Perflutren Lipid Microsphere (Definity) -- Cardiopulmonary reactions (lung/heart problems) Phenytoin Injection (Dilantin) -- Purple glove syndrome (discoloration, pain, and swelling of the hand that may lead to amputation) Quetiapine (Seroquel) -- Overdose due to sample pack labeling confusion Tebivudine (Tyzeka) -- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling or numbness in the extremities) Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Blockers -- Cancers in children and young adults
Twenty-eight top pros survived Day 1 of the PokerStars.net Asia Pacific Poker Tour Macau High Rollers tournament, including World Champions Johnny Chan and Joe Hachem, 2007 High Rollers winner Eric Assadourian and APPT Macau Main Event...
The PokerStars.com European Poker Tour recently announced the five finalists in the Season IV 'Player of the Year' category, another of the seven honors awarded as part of its upcoming EPT Awards ceremony in Barcelona tomorrow, the night...
The link below leads to a special 43 Folders series looking at the skills, tools, and attitude needed to empty your email inbox -- and then keep it that way. The problem of email overload can take a toll on your time, productivity, and sanity. While thereâs no one right way to fix the problem, there is a common set of errors and problems that many people share, including a handful of terrible habits that have been reinforced by the most popular email programs. Click the link to learn how to get your inbox to zero messages.
Last week PartyGaming, the online gaming firm, announced first-half year results that were well above analysts' expectations. The company's EBIDTA (earnings before interest, depreciation, taxes and amortization) came in at $64.9 million...
Children who regularly exercise and limit their TV time are much less likely to be overweight than their peers, according to a new study. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children devote no more than two hours each day to TV and video games. Experts also encourage children to exercise regularly. One common recommendation is for children and teenagers to get at least one hour of moderate exercise on most or all days of the week. For the new study, researchers looked at whether there were weight differences between children who met or did not meet recommendations for "screen time" and exercise. They found that, in a group of more than 700 children, those who did not meet either recommendation were three to four times more likely to be overweight.
Women's poker is growing rapidly across the United States. Poker rooms are seeing more women entering tournaments and playing in the cash games. With that growth comes more opportunities for women to gain skill and confidence...
Nearly two years ago at the Copenhagen European Poker Tour event I played at a table where a young man was the media favorite of passers-by. He was filmed and asked questions in several languages, always answering politely...
September sizzles for all PokerNews players as we host at least one freeroll for every day of the month â that's a chance to go home a winner every single day in September!
Scientists are still trying to unravel the many mysteries of the brain. But although there is still a lot to learn, several studies have indicated a few ways to help keep your thinking organ in shape, now and as you age.1. Eat Your Brain FoodA diet of junk food can also junk up your brain. Fake âfoodsâ like trans fats can negatively affect the brain's synapses. But a balanced diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids can give the synapses a boost and help fight against mental disorders from depression to dementia.2. Hit the GymSince exercise is a mild stressor to your body, eating up the energy needed by your brain, it triggers the release of chemicals called growth factors that make the brain's neurons stronger and healthier. Half an hour every other day will do it, according to experts.3. Mind BendersGive your brain a workout, too, with brainteasers, crossword puzzles and memory games. Studies have shown that using these tools to stay mentally active can reduce the risks of developing dementia by building and maintaining a reserve of stimulation in your brain. 4. Memory TricksKeeping information stored in your memory banks and retaining that memory with age may also be a simple matter of mind control. Confidence in your cognitive abilities could actually affect how well your memory functions, particularly for the elderly. 5. Give it a RestSleep gives your brain a chance to replay the memories of the day and consolidate them for long-term storage. One study suggested that the brain can do its reviewing much faster when you're asleep than when you're wide awake.
For about fifteen years, the Hard Rock has always been a vibrant, cutting-edge casino. Situated on the corner of Paradise Rd. and E. Harmon Ave, the Rock n' Roll themed casino...
The PokerStars.com European Poker Tour has 'shortlisted' five finalists in the 'Best Newcomer' category, as part of its upcoming EPT Awards ceremony in Barcelona on September 9th. The 'Best Newcomer' category will select...
On July 8, 2005, over ten million shares of World Poker Tour Enterprise, Inc. (WPTE) stock traded at a high of $29.50 as news circulated that Doyle Brunson had made a $700 million unsolicited bid for the company. Exactly three years...
As highlighted last week, Johnny Chan came to Las Vegas to pursue his poker dream in 1978, and experienced ups and downs before winning his first WSOP gold bracelet in 1985, in limit hold'em, for $171,000. From that win to his tenth...
New online poker social networking site Poker Battle (www.pokerbattle.com) has announced an event-based premiere of its high-end poker community at upcoming events in Cannes, France and London. Poker Battle, which also features...
According to an article on Forbes.com, $24 million in funds has been seized by the US government over the past six months, funds the feds claim are in bank accounts used to fund operations and make payments to US based customers...
So many women taking the stage these days! Some say that it happens because of the internet where one doesn't directly confront other players. That might be true, but on the other hand it can only happen...
Sunday was a really big day for PokerStars, as the online poker site made its million dollar guarantee for its Sunday Tournament â Twice, actually. The Sunday Million had its usual massive field, with over 8,000 players...
In an effort to strengthen and unite the poker industry worldwide, professional poker players Marcel Luske and Michelle Lau have established the Federation Internationale de Poker Association (FIDPA) and the International Poker Rules...
PokerNews has learned that World Poker Tour Enterprises and FOX Sports Net will soon announce an agreement that will bring Season VII of the long-running series to FSN on Sunday nights. According to sources close to the deal...
Questions have emerged over whether long-term use of bone-building drugs for osteoporosis may actually lead to weaker bones in some people. The concern rises from a series of case reports showing a rare type of leg fracture that shears straight across the upper thighbone, often after little or no trauma. People who have used bone-building drugs called bisphosphonates for five years or more have reported that after weeks or months of unexplained aching, their thighbones simply snapped while they were walking or standing. A recent study reported on 20 patients with the fracture. Nineteen had been using the bone drug Fosamax for an average of 6.9 years. Last year, another report tracked 13 women with low-trauma fractures, including 9 who had been on long-term Fosamax therapy.
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