"Getting rich by betting on inside information is corruption, plain and simple," Hochul said in a statement. "Our actions will ensure that public servants work for the people they represent, not their own personal enrichment."
Gambling by another name is still gambling, and it is not exempt from regulation under our state laws and Constitution, James said in a statement on the suits, filed in Manhattan Supreme Court.
From Plato to Charles Barkley, great minds have warned about the destructive power of gambling. The way societies have usually managed the vice is to cordon it off. It's legal, but contained to disreputable places, such as red-light districts, riverboats, and Nevada. This was true in much of the United States until 2018, when a Supreme Court ruling opened the door to legalized sports betting nationwide.
Before you read any of this, use this article for entertainment purposes because it discusses risky gambling in a hedge against buying tickets to see your Washington Nationals. This idea came from Twitter/X's, Crabcakes&Football, an account that frequently gets salty about the Nats. And that account certainly isn't alone in the growing pessimism. A discussion with constant curmudgeon, @dclandofnerds, led to an X.com discussion (see below) that led to this article.
Among the many intriguing Henderson props, this stands out as one of the better-priced options. In addition to the Orioles having strengthened their lineup with the additions of Pete Alonso and Taylor Ward, they should also get better performances from several of their offensive regulars. That includes Henderson, as much of his 2025 downturn could be traced to the intercostal strain that delayed the start to his year.
The Cubs are sitting as slim -115 favorites, with the Phillies at -105 to win outright. Even with Aaron Nola on the bump, the books are showing respect to Colin Rea's undefeated start.
Is there anything more disappointing than seeing that one pop song that completely infiltrated your music recaps of 2025? If you regularly bet on the NFL, it's probably seeing how much you lost on the Lions. The thrilling 2025 NFL regular season featured plenty of unexpected results, and bettors weren't spared. Of the seven teams that entered the campaign with +2000 odds or shorter to win the Super Bowl, only three made the playoffs. None got to the conference championship round.
Travel fatigue refers to the cumulative physical and mental drain that comes from crossing time zones, sleeping in unfamiliar environments, and competing on compressed schedules. It is not just about being tired from a long flight.