NYC snowfall sparks prediction markets dispute debate

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The recent snowstorm in New York City surprisingly led to Kalshi’s largest climate-related market, according to a report, but not everyone is happy with the outcome. It also comes just weeks after Polymarket declined to pay out on bets about whether the U.S. military would invade Venezuela, pointing to disputes over how the wording was […]


Chick-fil-A’s new frosted drinks, retro cups spark debate

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Chick-fil-A unveiled brand-new drinks and “retro-inspired” merchandise on Monday, sparking buzz — and debate — among fans and employees. In a Jan. 5 news release, the Atlanta-based chain announced it would begin offering frosted sodas and floats on its permanent menu. The drinks are “hand-spun with Icedream [Chick-fil-A’s vanilla soft serve] and guests’ choice of fountain beverage for a smooth, […]


Northern Ireland and Gibraltar split on UK gambling tax debate

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The fractious and polarized nature of the UK gambling tax hike debate is well publicized, with the ruling Labour government’s plans supported by think-tanks and reform campaigners, in contrast to the defensive position taken by the gambling industry.  However, the multi-faceted situation can be viewed through a different lens, with Northern Ireland and Gibraltar on […]


Debate around the California tribal ‘YES Pledge’ continues

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California tribal leaders continue to debate the ‘YES Pledge’ as it fails to gain widespread support. According to InGame, a letter from the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation was sent to various California tribal leaders at an unknown date, seeming to criticize the ‘YES Pledge’ for expanding gambling under the authority of Sports Betting Alliance […]


Bari Weiss to run new debate show at CBS News as editor in chief

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Paramount Skydance on Monday confirmed that it will acquire The Free Press in a $150 million deal — and elevate its founder, Bari Weiss, to the top role as editor in chief of CBS News. Weiss, 41, will run a new, debate-style program at the Tiffany network, similar to the debates that Free Press — […]