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Inside Gaming: Expanding access to cannabis in Las Vegas could support gaming industry, experts say
Experts across gaming, cannabis policy, and state government say expanding access to legal, regulated cannabis in Las Vegas could help bolster tourism and support the broader gaming industry, particularly as visitation trends soften and competition…
Detroit Pistons vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: How to watch every game in playoff series
The Detroit Pistons are seeking their first conference finals berth since 2008. The Cleveland Cavaliers have yet to get that far in their post-LeBron James iteration. One of them will end that drought as top-seeded Detroit takes on star-laden…
How to watch every Indiana Fever game in 2026: National TV lineup for Caitlin Clark's crew
The Indiana Fever are at fever pitch as they enter the 30th WNBA campaign. Even with Caitlin Clark sidelined, last year's group charged all the way to the semifinal round of the playoffs — and pushed the eventual champion Las Vegas Aces to a…
76ers vs. Knicks live updates: 2026 NBA playoffs Game 1 start time, picks and predictions
Follow our live coverage as Philadelphia and New York open their second-round series The 76ers and Knicks open their seven-game series tonight in New York. Can the 76ers pull off another series upset? Can the Knicks advance to the Eastern…
Jalen Brunson, Knicks strike first (and often) against 76ers: Game 1 takeaways
Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks handled business early and cruised to a 137-98 blowout of the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series Monday night at Madison Square Garden. Brunson scored a game-high 35…
The CEO behind 'Grand Theft Auto' doesn't drink, smoke, or play video games
Strauss Zelnick avoids vice. His company makes billions selling it. The longtime CEO and chairman of Take-Two Interactive Software is the straight-laced leader behind one of the bestselling and most violent entertainment properties of all time…
Will Hong Kong's claw machine regulations curb gaming habits and gambling risks?
After years of debate over whether claw and pinball machines encourage high-stakes gambling, Hong Kong has finally proposed stricter oversight to curb gaming, particularly among teenagers. Cases of addiction linked to these machines are rising in…
How to watch Cavaliers vs. Pistons: Second Round Game 1 TV channel and streaming options for May 5
The Detroit Pistons will face the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs. Venue: Little Caesars Arena Time: 7 p.m. ET TV: Peacock, NBC Sports Streaming (out-of-market viewers): NBA League Pass Watching in person? Get…
Sheffield Wednesday: 'Cheers and tears of relief - it's never just a game
There haven't been too many significant days at Hillsborough over the past 30 years. The miracle comeback against Peterborough. Play-off semi-final victories against Brentford and Brighton (whatever happened to them?). Saturday was significant. A…
Online gaming trends enter pop culture conversations
Casino gaming no longer lives in a cultural vacuum. It shapes mainstream entertainment and celebrity discourse. Platforms are now part of the zeitgeist, offering gateways like Rocketplay no deposit bonus codes for new players. This seamless…
The creator of Citizen Sleeper 2 is making two new games
Leading up to the release of last year's Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, creator Gareth Damian Martin said they were done creating new Citizen Sleeper video games. Instead, Martin promised to continue the series on the tabletop. It was a…
Understanding Darren Fletcher - Man United's two-game interim coach ends his strange season with a final
Darren Fletcher will lead Manchester United's youth team into an FA Cup final against Manchester City this month. It has been quite a year for the Scot who made almost 500 appearances as a player, 342 for United, plus 80 more for Scotland. A year…
Meet Wu Yize, the snooker world champion marking game's 'golden era in China'
In the history of the game, there had only ever been one snooker world champion from China before Monday – then Wu Yize doubled that number at the Crucible Theatre in thrilling fashion. An 18-17 victory over Shaun Murphy, hailed as marking…
Save more than 25% on fashion, tech and gaming at Jacamo
Whether you're on the hunt for a raincoat, cosy hoodie or the latest tech drops, online retailer Jacamo has you covered. Our savvy team of deal hunters here at The Independent have been busy finding the best Jacamo discount codes and deals, and…
These are the questions I would ask the Enhanced Games … if they would let me | Sean Ingle
The plan to fly to Las Vegas to cover what the Enhanced Games claims is the “next frontier of human performance” ended with a short email sent at 7.02pm on Friday. “After careful consideration, we are unable to approve your…
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