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‘Bet on the most wild things’: After sports gambling, prediction markets open door for all wagers
EA-US Politics Podcast: Mr Trump Goes to War
50-minute analysis of the chaos and destruction of Donald Trump and his inner circle as self-declared "President of Peace" wages war on Iran
You can bet on climate disasters. Business is booming.
Traders are placing wagers on the likelihood of disasters, activists being jailed and oil depots exploding.
Wagering on women. Sports betting industry looks to unlock a new market
Sports betting marketers are wooing females, pitching their gambling as inclusive, empowering and a way to connect with friends.
More young people are filing for bankruptcy, lawyers say. Here's why.
Bankruptcy lawyers say more Gen Z and millennial clients are hitting a financial wall as costs rise and wages stagnate.
How the NFL is betting big on gambling
More than $3 billion will be wagered on March Madness this year. Around $30 billion was bet on the last NFL season. All evidence of an explosion in sports gambling across this country.
Trading or gambling? How a new way to wager on sports is evading Nebraska’s betting ban
Prediction markets have allowed Nebraskans to put money on everything from Husker basketball to Omaha's mayoral election. The markets say their users aren’t "betting" — they’re "trading."
Wagering on women. Sports betting industry looks to unlock a new market.
Sports betting marketers are wooing females, pitching their gambling as inclusive, empowering and a way to connect with friends.
Should Congress Increase Taxes on Sports Betting?
Introduction Sports betting has skyrocketed in the United States since a 2018 Supreme Court ruling nullified a 1992 federal law that had prohibited sports gambling in all but a few states. Americans wagered $7 billion on sports in 2018 and a staggering $167 billion in 2025—a nearly 24-fold increase. The rise of sports-betting apps has … Continued
Business owner says 'we don’t have money' as NYC officials propose minimum wage hike: report
New York City business owners warn $30 minimum wage proposal could force job cuts and restaurant closures as Mayor Zohran Mamdani signals support for the legislation.
Wisconsin lawmakers approve measure to allow tribes to offer online sports betting
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — As sports fans wager billions of dollars on the NCAA basketball tournaments, Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at an expanded sports betting plan that could ...
Wisconsin lawmakers take a shot at joining the ranks of states allowing online sports betting
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — As sports fans wager billions of dollars on the NCAA basketball tournaments, Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at an expanded sports betting plan that could bank big bucks for…
Michigan's Corewell Health East nurses vote to authorize strike
Employees say demands include better nurse-to-patient ratios and fair wages. Hospital system said it 'remains committed' to reaching a pact.
Wisconsin Senate passes online sports betting bill
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsinites are one step closer to being able to place sports wagers online.
Indiana commits $1B to attract high-wage life science jobs
Indiana is dedicating $1 billion to further growth of agriculture and life science businesses and jobs to the central Indiana area over the next 10 years.
The Saga Of This Cheap Bentley Flying Spur Shows Off Just How Tough Volkswagen's W12 Can Be
It withstood years of overheating, enough to stretch head bolts and damage a coolant tank, and is still running as smoothly as it did two decades ago.
Iran wages economic war in hopes of outlasting U.S. and Israel
Tehran warns of strikes on banks after hitting data centers, hotels, airports and seaports, threatening the global finance hub of its more prosperous neighbors.
WA residents may soon be able to bet on UW, WSU, Gonzaga sports
Under the measure, bettors would be allowed to wager on the outcome of games or matches featuring schools from Washington.
New York City’s $30 Minimum-Wage Proposal Rattles Small Businesses
The move to raise the city’s minimum wage follows a host of other cities boosting pay in recent years.
Washington House passes 9.9% ‘millionaires tax’ as business leaders warn of ‘seismic shift’
Some tech leaders and entrepreneurs worry the legislation could undermine their sector by souring Washington’s relatively favorable tax laws for startup founders, investors and high-wage earners.
Georgia is No. 1 state for business, but can workers afford to live here?
Georgia has fallen behind most states by refusing to raise its minimum wage above the federal rate of $7.25 per hour. The state should do right by its workers.
Iran-related bets on prediction sites scrutinized over ‘death markets’ and possible insider trades
As the United States and Israel prepared for war and later launched strikes against Iran, traders on online prediction markets wagered over $1 billion on every aspect of the conflict, drawing a wave of scrutiny.
Two years into legal sports betting, North Carolina reaches $13B in paid bets
North Carolina bettors wagered more than $581 million in February up more than 10% from February 2025.
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Politics and Prose Workers Ratify New Contract That Includes Wage Increases
United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 400 members who work at Politics and Prose bookstores in Washington, D.C., voted to ratify a new union contract last week.
After sewage spill, Potomac's trust problem hits businesses
After the sewage spill, businesses say public perception — not water testing — is their biggest hurdle.
Trump’s aides privately agonize over fallout from a potentially long Iran war with no endgame
President Donald Trump insists he’s willing to wage war on Iran “forever.” That’s causing deep anxiety among his allies.
Workers at top 20 US low-wage firms rely on public assistance, report says
Study finds workers at 20 S&P 500 firms rely on Medicaid and Snap as CEO pay and buybacks soar
Sports Betting Alliance continues push against Wisconsin sports wagering bill
(The Center Square) - As the Wisconsin Senate prepares to act on a sports betting bill that passed the Assembly, the Sports Betting Alliance is continuing its push to have the legislation changed to i...
DC health officials lift water advisory on Potomac River after sewage spill
D.C. health officials are lifting a recreational advisory on the Potomac River, citing an improvement in water quality after a sewage line collapsed in January.
MGM Resorts Highlights Responsible Gaming Push And Sports Ties For Investors
MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM) and BetMGM announced a $1 million commitment to responsible gaming, including a three year research project into sports wagering impacts and expanded safeguards across their platforms. The initiative was launched during Problem Gambling Awareness Month, aligning product changes and research funding with a period of heightened focus on gambling related risks. MGM Resorts is also set to co host "She Got Game" in Las Vegas, an event honoring U.S. women’s...
Flutter Entertainment Reassesses Growth As FanDuel Predicts Faces Regulatory Tests
Flutter Entertainment, NYSE:FLUT, missed recent revenue expectations and issued guidance for 2026 that some investors view as cautious. The company has launched FanDuel Predicts, expanding into prediction markets at a time when regulators are paying closer attention to the sector. These moves come as competition in online wagering and prediction products intensifies, raising questions about Flutter Entertainment's next phase of growth. For shareholders, the backdrop is already challenging...
What it means if Iran’s supreme leader is dead
President Donald Trump placed a huge wager by launching a massive air assault on Iran despite having done little to prepare Americans for a new Middle East war with immense risks and years of future consequences.
FanDuel, DraftKings take Missouri profits nearly triple their cost for sports wagering campaign
Sports wagering launched in Missouri on Dec. 1, and bettors placed $543 million in bets
Sewage, roaches, unwashed hands: Jefferson County’s worst February 2026 restaurant health scores
These 17 food establishments scored 84 or below, with violations including roaches, sewage, expired food and unwashed hands.
DC Public Health to begin daily testing of Potomac, Anacostia rivers for E. coli
Beginning on Monday, the D.C. Department of Health will be conducting daily tests for E. coli in the Potomac and Anacostia rivers.
2026 College Basketball Odds: Best Bets for Michigan-Illinois, Bama-Tennessee
Sammy P is back with his best bets for this weekend's thrilling slate of men's college hoops. Find out how he's wagering on the action.
VW receives preliminary bids for diesel engine unit Everllence at around $9.4 billion, sources say
Volkswagen VOWG_p.DE has received bids valuing its diesel engine division Everllence at around 8 billion euros ($9.44 billion) including debt, according to three people familiar with the discussions, above what some analysts had estimated.
Politics and Prose Members Ratify New Contract
Workers won key improvements over their first contract, including wage boosts, retention language, an additional holiday, and more.
Florida’s gambling helpline sees surge in calls since online sports betting’s launch in 2023
The Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling says calls to the state’s gambling helpline tied to online wagering have skyrocketed since legalized sports betting launched in 2023.
Dirty Business review – if this doesn’t incite righteous anger over our filthy water then nothing will
Based on the true story of amateur sleuths appalled at the dumping of sewage in our rivers, this drama starring David Thewlis is a blast of controlled fury – and could become the next Mr Bates vs the Post Office
Kaiser Permanente health workers return after four-week strike
An estimated 31,000 registered nurses and other front-line Kaiser Permanente health care workers will return to work on Tuesday after a four-week strike in California and Hawaii to demand better wages and staffing.
Heroes of Science and Fiction resurrects Heroes of Might and Magic-style strategy battles
Factions wage war over a distant galaxy until only one remains in this modern take on Heroes of Might and Magic's classic mechanics.
Major sewage issue at Steinbrenner Field impacts Yankees spring game
Broken sewer lines caused a big problem during Saturday's exhibition home opener, including damage to the Yankees' clubhouse.
Missouri has embraced sports betting. So why isn’t the state raking in tax revenue?
Missourians bet more than half a billion dollars in the first month of legal sports wagering, but just over $500,000 came back to the state as tax revenue.
State Lawmakers Seek Restraints on Wage Garnishment for Medical Debt
At least eight states are considering legislation to curtail wage garnishment over unpaid medical bills, as health care costs rise and more people become underinsured.
The Politics Hour: Potomac River sewage spill latest
NBC 4's Mark Segraves updates us on the Potomac River sewage spill. Plus, Montgomery County Council's Marilyn Balcombe talks data centers and VA Del. Adele McClure on what will move forward as the General Assembly hits its midpoint.
Analysis: As the sewage spills, the politicians snipe
Everyone agrees that a spill of nearly 250 million gallons of raw sewage is an ecological emergency and an environmental disaster. But not even hundreds of millions of gallons of raw sewage dumped into the Potomac River can bring the American political parties together.
Volkswagen Revives The Golf GTI W12 For GTI's 50th Anniversary
Volkswagen painted the 650-horsepower, W12-engined Golf GTI W12-650 red to celebrate GTI's 50th birthday, and it's never looked better.
A month after the pipe burst, Potomac sewage spills onto the national stage with political finger-pointing
The spill received more attention this week after Trump posted on social media about it — blaming local Democratic politicians, particularly Maryland Gov. Wes Moore.
Political stink: Maryland Gov. Wes Moore calls Trump’s sewage spill blame ‘absurd'
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore pushes back against Trump after the president blamed the Democratic governor for the Potomac River sewage spill on federal land.
Volkswagen Revives The W12 Golf And It Sounds Incredible
The rear-wheel-drive Golf with a Bentley heart is just as spectacular as it was nearly two decades ago.
Political blame game pushes DC-area sewage spill onto national stage
A sewage spill near the nation's capital is turning into a national political story, with President Trump and Maryland's governor trading insults and blame.
August 'still confident' Wisconsin sports wagering bill will pass Assembly
(The Center Square) - Wisconsin sports wagering bill sponsor Rep. Tyler August said Wednesday afternoon that he was “still confident” that he could get a bill passed in the state Assembly this session...
Starmer urged to stick to manifesto following reports lifting of youth minimum wage may be delayed
GMB union tells Labour delaying or halting equalisation to adult rates would be unacceptable
Parents demand transparency as Benton Elementary health violations raise funding questions
Concerns continue about conditions inside an elementary school in Polk County after a state health inspection uncovered multiple violations, including sewage od
Health concerns after massive raw sewage spill into Potomac River
President Donald Trump comments on the Potomac River sewage leak, and Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel details public health risks on ‘America Reports.’
UK unemployment rate hits five-year high of 5.2% as wage growth slows
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Superintendent calls fixes 'band-aids' after Benton Elementary gets 2nd health inspection
A failed health inspection score is putting Benton Elementary in the spotlight, after state inspectors found sewage odors, standing water, and damaged plumbing
Potomac River sewage spill prompts health warnings
Dr. Marc Siegel discusses severe health concerns near the Potomac River in Maryland after a burst pipe released over 240 million gallons of raw sewage.
Farm use of PFAS-laden sludge raises health concerns. But, some ask, where else can it go?
A resourceful solution to repurpose waste and nourish farmland, or a poisonous and permanent mistake? Depending on whom you ask, the practice of spreading treated sewage, or sludge, on New Hampshire farmland might be either.
Why everyone is talking about ‘affordability’ now
“Affordability” is shaping the political conversation like never before as wages struggle to keep up with cost increases.
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Virginia health officials warn to avoid contact with Potomac River due to sewage spill
Three weeks after a sewage pipe burst along the Clara Barton Parkway, the Virginia Department of Health issued a recreational water advisory Friday telling residents to avoid using D.C.’s main waterway.
San Francisco Teachers Win Fully Funded Health Care, Wage Increases After 4-Day Strike
San Francisco’s first teachers strike in nearly 50 years concluded early Friday with a tentative agreement addressing the union’s concerns over health care, salaries and other key issues.
NEW: Avoid contact with Potomac River, Va. Dept. of Health says
Avoid contact with the Potomac River. That's the message from the Virginia Dept. of Health, which just issued a recreational water advisory, three weeks after a large sewage pipe ruptured along the Clara Barton Parkway Million of gallons of raw sewage spilled into the Potomac, about four miles upstream from Arlington, before crews were able
Business Lookahead: Giddy Up
STORY: From bellwether Walmart reporting earnings... to new economic data out of the UK... these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week.:: The trillion dollar clubFresh off hitting $1 trillion in market value, Walmart posts quarterly results on Thursday.Walmart's report offers a glimpse into consumer spending after recent data showed December U.S. retail sales were unexpectedly flat.A surprisingly strong employment report for January eased some concerns about economic weakening.Economic reports in the coming week include the advance reading of fourth-quarter GDP, a monthly consumer sentiment survey, and the personal consumption expenditures price index, a key inflation measure.:: Heavy metalsEurope's four largest mining companies report earnings in the coming week.Copper, gold, silver and other precious metals all recently hit records - but the January rally has given way to a sharp February sell-off.Last month's rally boosted the market values of Rio Tinto, Glencore, Anglo American and Antofagasta.Their earnings will test whether the momentum can be sustained.:: UK economic data UK labor market data and inflation readings will provide fresh fodder for markets, even though investors are still digesting the fallout from the recent government instability.Labor market numbers due on Tuesday will show if a gradual cooling of wage growth has continued.Then, January inflation data comes Wednesday.The political turmoil has set a tense backdrop, leaving markets highly sensitive to data swings. Fitch is also due to review its UK rating on Friday.
Cancer under 50, prime earning years, can derail patients' finances
Young cancer patients can land in medical debt from lost wages, missed promotions, and steep costs. The first year of treatment can cost $45,000.
Residents raise health concerns at Northeast Houston apartment complex
Residents at Houston’s Drysdale Village Apartments are calling for urgent repairs and health inspections following reports of severe rodent infestations, mold, and raw sewage leaks at the complex.
San Francisco teachers strike over wages and health benefits
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — About 6,000 public schoolteachers in San Francisco went on strike Monday, the city's first such walkout in nearly 50 years.
San Francisco teachers strike over wages, health benefits and student resources
The San Francisco Unified School District closed all 120 of its schools Monday and offered independent study to some of the district’s 50,000 students.
San Francisco public schoolteachers strike over wages and health benefits
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Thousands of public schoolteachers in San Francisco went on strike Monday, the first public schoolteachers strike in the city in nearly 50 years.
San Francisco public schoolteachers strike over wages and health benefits
Thousands of public schoolteachers in San Francisco have gone on strike for the first time in nearly 50 years
Wichita small business owner concerned amid push to increase minimum wage
Kansas lawmakers introduced a bill this week which would more than double the current minimum wage.
Betonline.ag: Super Bowl musical artists Bad Bunny, Green Day attracting a lot of betting
The website betonline.ag is reporting wagering is hot around Bad Bunny attire, songs and other elements during the big game.
Bad Bunny to meet political moment as Maga fumes over Super Bowl show
Puerto Rican superstar promises ‘the world will dance’ in all-Spanish half-time gig that comes as Trump agents wage deadly crackdown
Louisiana is trying to avoid a nearly $100 million penalty by fixing errors in food stamp program
With $95 million on the line, Louisiana health officials are rolling out cash bonuses, tighter reviews and new wage checks to reduce errors in SNAP, the food assistance program serving one in five households statewide.
Super Bowl Sunday drives record sports betting, sparks concerns among lawmakers
Experts project more than $1.7 billion in legal wagers as lawmakers push for stronger regulations.
As sports betting explodes in North Carolina, does legalization stop cheating or fuel it?
In North Carolina, Super Bowl-related wagers are expected to top $76 million based on a report from the Sports Betting Alliance. As betting grows, so does concern about its impact, from addiction to integrity in sports.
Seahawks vs. Patriots Super Bowl 60 odds, betting: A $100,000 wager ... on the coin toss!?
Would raising Pennsylvania's minimum wage be good for business?
Pennsylvania’s minimum wage may be going up for the first time since 2009.A bill raising it to fifteen dollars an hour has passed in the state House of Represen
International science cooperation must go on, say research leaders
Science leaders in Europe and Canada say international cooperation must go on amid geopolitical turmoil. At the same time, Europe and like-minded countries should continue to enhance and diversify international partnerships, a Science|Business conference hears. Hugh Brady, president of Imperial College London, told delegates that Europe’s response to the current geopolitical climate should be to “diversify in terms of research partnerships and build resilience and scale into our own system.”A first priority should be for the EU to sort out the scope of the upcoming European Competitiveness Fund and ensure that, together with the next iteration of Horizon Europe, it can drive the development and scale up of new technologies. The EU and the countries associated to the Horizon Europe programme represent “the world's most successful research innovation ecosystem,” Brady said. In order to mitigate the negative effects of shifting geopolitics, the EU together with the UK, Switzerland, Canada, South Korea and others should talk about “building resilience” and address their own “regional needs,” he added. Responding to TrumpUnder Donald Trump’s leadership, the US government has slashed science budgets and shut down international research programmes. Nearly 8,000 grants at the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation have been frozen or terminated. Courts have overturned most of these cancellations, but the disruption caused remains significant. While Europe may persuade a few thousand disgruntled scientists to move across the ocean to work on topics that have been de-funded in the US, it’s unclear what should happen next with transatlantic scientific cooperation more broadly.“Now is the time for us to show [US researchers] our support as much as we can,” Brady said.The European Research Council (ERC), the EU’s basic science funder, has seen a surge in applicants from the US. According its latest data, US-based researchers submitted 347 proposals to the last three big funding rounds, up from 158 in the previous set of calls. The European Commission has also launched a €22.5 million pilot call in 2025 for the Marie Skłodowska Curie Actions, the EU’s researcher training scheme. It plans to extend this support with a €51.25 million call in 2027 as part of the Choose Europe initiative, which is intended to make the continent a more attractive place to pursue a career in research. Related articlesData corner: US researchers are choosing EuropeEU-India deal highlights growing alignment on technology policyMeanwhile, in the private non-profit sector, the Volkswagen Foundation is experimenting with a new type of grant that would allow US researchers to split their time between the US and Germany. While these schemes are useful, Europe should not bet on an exodus of scientists from the US. “The idea that we might all see them flocking over to Europe is naïve and counterproductive,” said Maria Leptin, president of the ERC, also speaking at the Science|Business conference on February 5. “We need research in the US to be as healthy as possible. I really admire those who are staying there with a will to fight and an optimism that the world will turn into a better place again,” Leptin said. Preserving dataDespite political disruption, academics have found ways to continue cooperating and sharing research data. Leslie Weir, president of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions and Canada’s national librarian, said the US cuts have raised concerns about research data security, after ideologically sensitive databases were limited or deleted by the Trump administration. But international organisations teamed up to ensure that the data is not lost. “It's interesting to see that researchers and libraries across North America are collaborating to make sure that data at risk is duplicated elsewhere outside [the US],” Weir said.
Wanna bet? Super Bowl gamblers find a way around bans thanks to prediction markets
Though California residents have emphatically said no pro and college wagers, Kalshi and Polymarket see opportunity.
2026 Super Bowl Odds: Brief History of the Novel Octopus Prop Bet
If your "Yes Octopus" wager hits, then eight might be your lucky number. Patrick Everson has the scoop on this novelty prop bet.
Kaiser Permanente health care workers enter second week of strike over staffing, wages
Thousands of nurses and health care workers at Kaiser Permanente continue to picket over safe staffing levels, fair compensation and timely care for patients.
2026 CBK, Heisman, Tennis Odds: Chris ‘The Bear’ Fallica’s Expert Picks, Best Bets
“The Bear" is back with a few futures best, as well as a wager on one of his favorite sporting events, the Australian Open.
Missouri sports betting tops $540 million in first month
Bettors in Missouri wagered more than half a billion dollars in December during the state’s first month of legalized sports betting, according to a new state report.
Congestion Ahead! Super Bowl Prop Wagers Driving Major Traffic at Books
Bettors are already whetting their appetites with Super Bowl prop wagers. Find out where they're putting their money well before kick off.
2026 Super Bowl Odds: Back Seattle Defense to Stymie Drake Maye, Patriots
Geoff Schwartz is filling his Super Bowl betslip with a couple of prop wagers, including one on Patriots' QB Drake Maye.
Atrium Health parent boosts pay for workers in Charlotte and the Carolinas
More than 165,000 Advocate Health workers to receive a bump in pay for minimum wage, as company expands health and retirement perks.
31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers on strike
Those on strike say wages have not kept pace with inflation, and there is not enough staffing to keep up with patient demand.
Mental Health Crisis Line For Music Industry Launches A Year After Chappell Roan’s Grammy Speech
One year ago Chappell Roan used her time on stage at the Grammys to implore the music industry to provide artists with health insurance and a livable wage. This week Backline debuts B-LINE, a mental health and crisis support line the organization says is rooted in the movement Roan sparked at the podium.
‘Out of Bounds: The Sports Betting Boom’ Review: Gambling on Every Game
A documentary on Vice highlights the serious risks and potential for scandal that have come with the rise of the sports-wagering industry.
Another strike sends 31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers to picket lines
An estimated 31,000 registered nurses and other front-line Kaiser Permanente health care workers launched an open-ended strike this week in California and Hawaii to demand better wages and staffing.
Another strike sends 31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers to picket lines
An estimated 31,000 registered nurses and other front-line Kaiser Permanente health care workers launched an open-ended strike this week in California and Hawaii to demand better wages and staffing
Japan Business Lobby Warns of Tariff Impact as Wage Talks Start
The head of Japan’s biggest business lobby warned that the impact of US tariffs on the nation’s industry needs to be carefully monitored, in comments signaling caution as formal wage negotiations between employers and labor unions get underway.
Big Bets Report: Seahawks' Win Equals $1.4 Million for Bettor
Seattle helped one bettor pocket $1.4 million — and that laddered wager isn't done just yet. Here's Patrick Everson's recap of the weekend's biggest bets.
Waterstones boss defends government’s business rates rise
James Daunt is relaxed about bills and the higher living wage, and says bookselling is having ‘a nice time’
Trump’s Exit From the World Health Organization Is Dangerous
Withdrawing the United States from the WHO is "is a dangerous wager that puts American lives at risk."