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Flyers' local broadcast schedule features 71 games with preseason
The NBC Sports Philadelphia broadcast schedule features 67 of the Flyers’ 84 regular-season games.
Chiefs will have Mansoor Delane at Wednesday's practice
'Science fiction': Transport companies — the backbone of economy — are sounding alarm on fuel prices
Prices for diesel, the fuel type used to power trucks and trains, came in at an all-time high of $6.31 per gallon on Wednesday.
Falcons haven't made a QB choice for Week 2
Delaware health officials warn of measles exposure in greater Rehoboth area
Delaware health officials issued an alert after a person with measles visited stores and restaurants in the greater Rehoboth area.
U.S.-Canada trade war further taxes small businesses struggling with rising costs
“It’s like death by a thousand cuts,” a Vermont cheesemaker said, citing the rising costs of energy, inflation and now tariffs.
U.S.-Canada trade war further taxes small businesses struggling with rising costs
“It’s like death by a thousand cuts,” a Vermont cheesemaker said, citing the rising costs of energy, inflation and now tariffs.
Zack Baun is the NFC defensive player of the week
NFL declines comment on whether Broncos tampered with Drew Brees
House to leave early, punting Hegseth impeachment vote until after November elections
House Republican leaders cancelled votes planned for Thursday. Members won’t return to Washington until Nov. 9.
Cardinals to place S Kitan Crawford on IR
Starbucks considers selling majority stake in its Japan business: Reuters
Starbucks may sell a majority stake of its Japan business, their biggest overseas company-operated market, in a deal worth around $3 billion, sources say.
Pete Alonso hits 300th homer to tie game in 9th against Mets and gets rare curtain call on road
Shop High Tech Health Gadgets: Bodyscan, Hyperslides, More
Take wellness to the next level with these gadgets to improve health and recovery. Personal tech expert Jennifer Jolly stops by TODAY to share her top healthcare tech picks, including the Wyze Scale Bodyscan, Nike Air Zoom Hyperslides, the Nanoleaf body sculpting massager, and more!
July business inventories rises 0.8% while homebuilder sentiment remains negative
CNBC's Rick Santelli and Diana Olick report on the latest economic data to cross the tape.
Could Carson Wentz play his way into the Vikings' QB1 job?
Charvarius Ward embraces Guardian Cap in hopes of avoiding another concussion
Eagles restructure Nolan Smith's contract
Trump’s surgeon general nominee to face Senate grilling
Dr. Nicole Saphier, a radiologist and former Fox News Channel contributor who owns a firm that sells unregulated tinctures, is the third pick for the role.
NBC MT Today: Liquor license impact on business, solar project, mail sorting concerns
MSU offers free quantum science program for Montana middle school educators
Montana State University is inviting middle school educators across the state to apply for a free program designed to introduce students to quantum science and
'Science of the AI mind': AI researcher Cameron Berg on the need to study AI behavior
Cameron Berg, Reciprocal Research director, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss calls to slow AI development, why he's calling for a 'science of the AI mind' to help study and monitor AI behaviors, future of AI regulation, and more.
‘A little frustrating:' Vic Fangio reacts to defensive performance in opener
The Eagles’ defense struggled in the season opener, and Fangio knows the pass rush and fourth-quarter defense have to improve.
Chargers to sign WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to practice squad
Broncos seem to be nervous about a potential Drew Brees tampering case
Senate advances the Protect College Sports Act
Commanders LB Frankie Luvu has minor groin strain
Every Dodgers game on national television in 2026
All the national games on NBC Sports, Fox Sports, ESPN, Apple TV+, and TBS this season
LB Kenneth Murray to join Texans' practice squad
Man says $9k business program failed to deliver
A South Florida man says he paid $9,000 to learn and start his epoxy flooring business, but claims much of what he paid for wasn’t delivered. NBC6’s Myriam Masihy reports
Emmy Awards ratings down nearly 10% from last year
Ratings for the Emmy Awards have dropped nearly 10% from last year. About 6.7 million viewers tuned in to watch the 78th primetime Emmy Awards on NBC. That's according to
Emmy Awards ratings down nearly 10% from last year
Ratings for the Emmy Awards have dropped nearly 10% from last year. About 6.7 million viewers tuned in to watch the 78th primetime Emmy Awards on NBC. That's according to
Kash Patel defends FBI’s new policy on bestiality at Senate hearing
Sen. John Kennedy grilled the FBI director about a recently revised policy that doesn’t automatically disqualify job applicants who have engaged in bestiality.
Senate votes to move forward with Protect College Sports Act
The legislation is the latest attempt to set a national standard for the rules of college sports, on issues ranging from eligibility to compensation.
Networks Get Mixed Results With Week 1 NFL Viewership
CBS sees some viewership attrition, while NBC rebounded on Sunday night.
GOP shifts message on costs as Iran war drags on: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the Supreme Court rejects Trump and Republicans’ election plans.
Giants-Cowboys delivers 25.7 million viewers
Report: Mansoor Delane is believed to have suffered short-term shoulder injury
Ravens release K Jake Moody from their practice squad
Jets to sign DB Jordan Clark to 53-man roster
Briere says Michkov has ‘different swagger' heading into Flyers training camp
Danny Briere discussed Matvei Michkov and other topics in his pre-training camp press conference.
Vance tells Republicans running against a Democrat who’s ‘not that crazy’ to bring up Abdul El-Sayed instead
The vice president rallied Capitol Hill Republicans Tuesday, telling them that while they can’t pretend “everything is perfect” right now — they can blame Democrats.
‘I’m not going to be a Republican!’: John Fetterman promises, again, not to defect
The Pennsylvania senator has faced ongoing questions about leaving the Democratic Party and made a video appearance at the Republicans’ midterm convention last week.
The new Apple Health features
Apple's new Health features, which include more accurate heart rate sensing, enhanced vital readings and calculations for your Health Age, are set to launch on beta on Wednesday, Sept. 16. NBC News' Savannah Sellers sat down with the vice president of health at Apple to talk about what to know.
Iran war driving up inflation for Americans, CBO report says
The Congressional Budget office estimates that inflation will continue to rise into the first quarter of next year.
Pennsylvania teen dies from measles complications, the state’s fourth death
An 18-year old with measles died from a rare and severe neurological condition that causes inflammation in the brain.
Thieves slam vehicles into Irving Park businesses in smash-and-grab burglaries
Chicago police are investigating a pair of smash-and-grab burglaries in Irving Park, where thieves drove SUV’s through the front of multiple businesses
With Jaguars in Denver, Cam Little may break his own field goal record
Trump’s handpicked Kennedy Center board votes to close venue for renovations
The board made the move after finding the center is “unsafe” and “hazardous”
Health department reports 2 more measles-related deaths in Pa.
The Department of Health reported two more measles-related deaths in Pennsylvania, bringing the total number to four so far in 2026.
Supreme Court pushes back against Trump and GOP ahead of the midterm elections
The Supreme Court’s recent rulings on mail-in ballots and redistricting foreshadow a frosty reception to further attempts to change the rules before the election, experts said.
Savannah Guthrie wants to give her missing mom a ‘proper goodbye’
NEW YORK — Savannah Guthrie simply wants a “proper goodbye” for her mother, Nancy, who was reported missing from her Arizona home on Feb. 1. The NBC “Today” anchor made
49ers are favorites to win the NFC West, but Rams remain favorites to win the Super Bowl
This beauty brand is reimagining its business and the stock could be rewarded
Stephanie Link of Hightower Advisors breaks down why she's buying this cosmetics brand that's shifting its global strategy.
New Britain holds business fair geared to help small businesses come to town
Hosted by Mayor Bobby Sanchez, the city says it hopes to “fill more storefronts” and breathe more life into its community.
As election approaches it’s business as usual for JaCo Clerk - KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2
EDIT: Late Monday afternoon, the Supreme Court ruled President Trump cannot enforce new mail-in ballot regulations before the November General Election. MEDFORD, Ore.– Only seven weeks from the November 3rd General Election, Jackson County election workers are treating it like any other election. That means they are busy preparing things like the Voters Pamphlet, which was […]
Sean Payton says he didn't know about the communication with Drew Brees
On Monday night, a report emerged that multiple Broncos coaches had reached out to retired quarterback Drew Brees about the possibility of joining the Broncos for the AFC Championship after starter Bo Nix suffered a season-ending foot injury.
College cancels early screening of 'Bucks County, USA' docuseries
Bucks County Community College officials announced the cancellation of the pre-release screening which had been scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 15.
49ers-Rams from Australia attracts 21.7 worldwide viewers
Gov. Healey to announce action on postpartum and maternal mental health
The governor will announce new actions on postpartum care and maternal mental health at an event at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center on Tuesday.
Chiefs CB Mansoor Delane to have MRI on shoulder
Live updates: Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon to join diverse speakers at ‘Pro-Human’ AI conference
Live updates and the latest news as lawmakers, actors and religious leaders join ‘Pro-Human’ summit to discuss curbs on artificial intelligence, while Trump has characterized concerns about AI development a “hoax.”
Kenneth Walker: Means a lot that the Chiefs trust me
Washington’s AI response falls into predictable patterns: From the Politics Desk
Plus, an early development in the 2028 presidential race.
Bay Area sports calendar, Sept. 15-16
Lawrence Butler and the A's will face the Rays at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday. (NBCSCA)
INPEX CEO explains how AI will 'completely transform' its business
INPEX CEO Takayuki Ueda discusses how AI and robotics could shape the company's exploration, drilling and operations, as well as the challenge of keeping pace with rapid technological change.
Monday Night Football: Kenneth Walker, Chiefs run by Broncos 31-10 in Patrick Mahomes' return
Celebrate the 25th Oktoberfest Southlake with great food, entertainment, and a Bavarian spirit!
The 25th Oktoberfest Southlake offers FREE, family-friendly fun from October 16 – 18 at Southlake Town Square.
Emmy winners 2026 full list: 'The Pitt,' 'Hacks' and 'Widow's Bay' lead nominations
The 78th Emmy Awards will be hosted by Mariska Hargitay live from Los Angeles on NBC and Peacock on Sept. 14.
Heat hurting your mental and physical health: local psychiatrist says
A psychiatrist explains how extreme heat can worsen mood and depression and why some medications can increase the risk.
Heat hurting your mental and physical health: local psychiatrist says
NBC 5’s Maria Guerrero spoke with a local psychiatrist and North Texans spending time outside in Downtown Dallas.
Supreme Court says Trump cannot enforce new mail-in ballot regulation
The decision means a Postal Service measure that could lead to ballots not being sent to voters won’t be in effect for this November’s midterm elections.
Gavin Newsom says he won’t run in 2028 if Kamala Harris does
The California governor said there was too much “crossover” between his base and Harris’, and that it would be an electoral “gift” for everybody else if they both ran.
How politics have mixed into college football programming ahead of midterms
Sen. Ted Cruz, the Power Four football conferences and top coaches are pushing a new bill that some athletes say would upend college sports. And ahead of the midterms, billions of dollars are being spent on political ads, including during sports programming. NBC News' Ryan Chandler reports on how Saturdays are starting to look more like an Election Day.
Eagles put Landon Dickerson on injured reserve
Monday Night Football: No surprises among the Chiefs-Broncos inactives
Mitch McConnell returns to the Senate after three-month absence
The Kentucky Republican was hospitalized in June after a fall. “Time to get back to work to finish the job for this Congress,” he said to reporters Monday.
Mike McCarthy noncommittal on Joey Porter's return timeline
Mitch McConnell returns to Senate after three-month health absence
The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican is back in Washington after a fall, hospitalization, pneumonia and weeks of rehabilitation kept him away from the Senate.
Pennsylvania woman’s apparent measles death shows risks to people with health problems
The unvaccinated 40-year-old, who died Saturday, had asthma and lung disease, the coroner’s office said. Test results to confirm her infection are expected in the coming days.
Ladd McConkey day-to-day with rib injury
Rock Doc Jayhawk: ‘Crash course in Business 101’ leads Kansas entrepreneur to Today Show spotlight
It was a dream-come-true moment for CEO Jim Gray — nearly 25 years in the making — when “Today” cohost Craig Melvin picked up a bottle of Rock Doctor on a summer episode of the NBC morning show and told the audience, “We use this in our house!”
Packers sign WR Bo Melton to active roster
Brock Bowers considered day-to-day entering Week 2
Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto, agreed to in June, finally going through
With the Clippers accepting the league's punishment, the trade held up by the Raptors finally moves ahead.
Falcons have "no updates" on Week 2 quarterback situation
NFL Kickoff posts worst viewership since 2022
The NFL’s 2026 Wednesday opener ended up being a bit of a disappointment, both in terms of quality of play and viewership. Wednesday’s New England Patriots-Seattle Seahawks opener averaged 25.1 million viewers on NBC and Peacock. That is the worst audience for an opener since 2022 and down 12% from the Dallas Cowboys-Philadelphia Eagles game…
Please Stop Conflating Sports Betting Handle With Spending On Entertainment
Editor’s note: The Cashout for paid subscribers will publish on Tuesday. Every September there’s a huge uptick in how much people bet on sports with the start of football season. Which means it’s time to get ahead of a ridiculous narrative before it picks up steam on social media or in mainstream media. Subscribe Every few months I see some version of this: [ Charlie Bilello@charliebilello Americans bet over $165 billion on sports last year, which is more than they spent on movies, books, concerts and sports tickets - combined. 1:00 PM · Jun 28, 2026 · 4.1M Views 258 Replies · 674 Reposts · 4.23K Likes ](https://x.com/charliebilello/status/2071217050328895935?s=20) Fortune published this in July. The headline and start of the story tell the same narrative (emphasis added): Gambling becomes America’s favorite pastime as Americans spend more on sports bets than movies, arts, museums, and music combined: The North American box office totaled $8.87 billion in 2025, which is still 22% below pre-pandemic levels. Recorded music revenue hit a record $11.5 billion. Live music like concerts and festivals brought in $18.51 billion. Meanwhile, book publishers tracked by the Association of American Publishers reported $14.6 billion for the year. And the U.S. museum industry generated an estimated $16.4 billion. Add it up and the total comes to roughly $70 billion, which is less than half what Americans wagered on sports. The story, to its credit, goes on to tell us why sports betting is entirely different, although people who only read headlines will miss that nuance. (The tweet above definitely skips over the nuance.) I will mostly be preaching to the choir here, but it’s worth saying out loud: Wagering money on sports is not the same thing as spending on entertainment from a financial perspective. When you spend money on a movie or concert ticket, that money is gone. You exchanged money for an experience. It’s a good trade! I get to have fun for “x” dollars. (Unless the movie sucks, I guess.) When you bet money on sports, the money is not necessarily gone every time you wager it. It could be gone, but sometimes it’s not and you actually get more money back! That’s not “spending” money or something you should try to compare directly to entertainment spend. A far better comp would be how much people lose at sports betting. That number was more like $17 billion in the US last year, at least for state-regulated sportsbooks. Why are we trying to equate handle and entertainment spending? I dunno. It makes for splashy headlines, I guess. Now, people should be betting for entertainment, and not because they expect to win in the long term; no doubt about it. Anyway, here’s hoping I don’t see people saying Americans “spent” hundreds of millions of dollars on sports betting this fall. Mindway AI and DraftKings Expand Responsible Gaming Drive with Launch of Gamalyze American Football In time for the NFL kickoff, Mindway AI has expanded its partnership with DraftKings to launch Gamalyze American Football the second title in the neuroscience-based Gamalyze Sports collection. Following the success of Gamalyze Football (soccer) during the FIFA World Cup, this gridiron-themed update replaces static questionnaires with immersive, stadium-inspired gameplay. Backed by 10+ years of Aarhus University research, Gamalyze evaluates real-time decision-making to deliver instant, unbiased player risk assessments. Integrated into DraftKings’ platform and nationwide activations, it engages fans when excitement peaks. Ready to upgrade your player protection? Contact Mindway AI to try Gamalyze Sports today. Gambling news roundup 🚨The important stuff 1st NFL Sunday of Season ‘Champagne-Popping Day for Bettors’ (Covers): “The first NFL Sunday of the season was a champagne-popping day for bettors, while the book was left cleaning up the corks,” Caesars’ head of football Joey Feazel said prior to the Sunday night game. “Caesars Sportsbook reported that Detroit’s Jahmyr Gibbs, Baltimore’s Derrick Henry, Indianapolis’ Jonathan Taylor, and Atlanta’s Bijan Robinson were among the top five most-bet players to reach the end zone, and all of them cashed tickets.” [ Ben Fawkes@BFawkes22 A @CaesarsSports oddsmaker on how Week 1 has gone so far: “The first NFL Sunday of the season was a champagne-popping day for bettors, while the book was left cleaning up the corks.” ➡️8 of 10 most popular anytime TD scorers cashed 1:31 AM · Sep 14, 2026 · 276K Views 16 Replies · 16 Reposts · 615 Likes ](https://x.com/BFawkes22/status/2099310001927995849?s=20) 🔍 Are we already getting a “customer-friendly results” narrative in Week 1? NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell spoke with CNBC about the prediction markets industry: “We think that there needs to be stronger regulations into the predictive markets,” Goodell said. “We want to see that to protect the integrity of our game. We want to make sure we’re protecting the consumers that are on those platforms for the NFL. So, we’re continuing to have conversations with them and talk to them about the things that we think they need to do to strengthen that so that they could be potential partners at some point in the future.” More on the NFL + PMs: [ Straight to the Point Quid Pro Quo The NFL has asked Kalshi and other prediction markets to remove certain easy to manipulate markets. Does a potential partnership hang in the balance… Read more 6 hours ago · 19 likes · Steve Ruddock ](https://straighttothepoint.substack.com/p/quid-pro-quo?utm_source=substack&utm_campaign=post_embed&utm_medium=web&embedding_publication_id=1472492) Kalshi was on my podcast?: Kalshi was on my podcast [ The Event Horizon Episode 32: Talking Prediction Market Enforcement With Kalshi’s Robert DeNault Kalshi? On my podcast? Yep… Listen now 5 hours ago · 6 likes · 1 comment · Dustin Gouker ](https://nexteventhorizon.substack.com/p/episode-32-talking-prediction-market-enforcement-kalshi?utm_source=substack&utm_campaign=post_embed&utm_medium=web&embedding_publication_id=1472492) DraftKings Enhances Responsible Engagement Efforts With New Customer Initiatives, Tools and Education (press release): DraftKings Inc. today announced a series of new initiatives designed to promote responsible engagement and increase awareness and use of the tools and resources to help customers make informed decisions and engage responsibly. The efforts include a new digital advertising campaign featuring Kevin Hart and Nick Jonas that promotes responsible engagement, a PGA TOUR sweepstakes that promotes customer engagement with responsible engagement features, the launch of Gamalyze American Football in collaboration with Mindway AI, and new custom cool-off options that give customers enhanced flexibility when choosing a cool-off period. The initiatives build on DraftKings’ commitment to making responsible engagement an integral part of the customer experience and providing players with accessible tools and resources that help them make informed choices about their gaming experience. “At DraftKings, responsible engagement is embedded in how we operate and is essential to building trust with our customers and our long-term sustainability,” said Lori Kalani, Chief Responsible Gaming Officer at DraftKings. “We’ve continued to invest in tools and resources that give customers enhanced access to information about their play and more choices for managing how they engage. From My Budget Builder and My Stat Sheet to player-set limits and new custom cool-offs, we’re continuing to evolve our approach while promoting awareness and use of the tools and resources available to help customers play responsibly.” … DraftKings is launching a new digital advertising campaign featuring Kevin Hart and Nick Jonas that continues the pair’s road trip and promotes responsible engagement and awareness of the tools and resources available to help customers make informed choices about their gaming experience and engage responsibly. The campaign was initially launched on Sep. 10th and will reach customers through digital channels, bringing responsible engagement messaging to fans in an engaging way. bet365 Launches “The Matchup,” a New Weekly Video Podcast Hosted by Super Bowl Champions Chris Harris Jr. and Emmanuel Sanders (press release): "bet365, a global leader in online sports betting and gaming, today announced the launch of “The Matchup,” a new weekly video podcast hosted by former Super Bowl Champions Chris Harris Jr. and Emmanuel Sanders. Featuring current and former NFL players, the original series marks a significant, intentional investment in football as bet365 works to become a go-to destination for U.S. bettors throughout the season. “The Matchup” premieres September 10, with new episodes released weekly in both video and audio formats. Full episodes will be available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever podcasts are available, with clips and additional content rolling out across YouTube, X, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and TikTok. The show is being produced by Last Row Digital Media. Each week, Harris and Sanders will be joined by guests from across the game to break down the biggest NFL matchups, unpack the latest league news and share perspectives that go beyond the box score. By bringing together two former players with distinct perspectives and firsthand experience, “The Matchup” will give audiences timely context and a deeper understanding of the teams, players and storylines shaping the week ahead. “Every great football conversation starts with a matchup—who has the edge, what everyone is overlooking and what could change the game,” said Chris Harris Jr. “Emmanuel and I have experienced the game from different perspectives, and we want the audience to feel like they are part of the conversation and leave every episode knowing more about the week ahead.” Today’s iGaming companies face new litigation threats as expansive consumer protection statutes spark lawsuits with sky’s-the-limit aspirations, sometimes backed by private funders. Clients of Ifrah Law have a staunch defender in Robert Ward – an agile litigator and case tactician who responds to the changing state of play with creative legal defenses and efficient case-closing strategies. Robert draws on federal clerkship experience and appellate defense work to advise iGaming clients on litigation exposure, white-collar risk, and regulatory defense across multiple jurisdictions. Read More: Robert Ward on Helping iGaming Clients Outmaneuver Lawsuit-Obsessed Adversaries 🔮 Prediction markets Update on legal action in Connecticut: [ Daniel Wallach@WALLACHLEGAL Connecticut says gaming service license holders which received subpoenas over sports prediction markets “are not under investigation” by the @CTDCP but may possess information that could assist the state “in evaluating the conduct of prediction market platforms.” 2:31 PM · Sep 13, 2026 · 844 Views 5 Likes ](https://x.com/WALLACHLEGAL/status/2099143914271670576?s=20) American Gaming Association Opposes CFTC Bid to Block New York Prediction-Market Enforcement (DeFi Rate): “The brief points to the Ninth Circuit’s Aug. 28 decision in KalshiEX LLC v. Assad, which the AGA says supports New York’s authority to regulate sports contracts as gambling. It also cites Kalshi advertising, product comparisons and reporting on Kalshi’s sports volume to argue that the economic product resembles a sportsbook wager more than a conventional financial hedge.” [ Daniel Wallach@WALLACHLEGAL AGA intervenes in CFTC v. NY case to oppose CFTC request for preliminary injunction, says the CFTC’s arguments “obfuscate a simple truth: prediction markets offer sports betting.” Highlights CA9 decision, @DustinGouker (6x), and $1.32 billion in OSB taxes for NY (0 from PMs). Daniel Wallach @WALLACHLEGAL High stakes hearing on Monday in CFTC v. New York State. If SDNY judge Lorna Schofield denies the CFTC’s motion for preliminary injunction, the New York AG would have a clearer path for securing a state court geofencing order against Kalshi, Coinbase, and Gemini Titan. 2:08 AM · Sep 13, 2026 · 4.78K Views 1 Reply · 2 Reposts · 8 Likes ](https://x.com/WALLACHLEGAL/status/2098957043474280584?s=20) Gaming Commission remains member of gambling council after questions raised over ties to Kalshi (Mass Live): “The Massachusetts Gaming Commission will not follow the leads of gaming regulators in Ohio and Michigan and drop ties with the National Council on Problem Gambling over its new association with Kalshi.” Sponsor’s messageTrusted Voices: Conversations About Betting is designed to equip adults, including parents and coaches, with tools and resources to talk to young people about gambling, including information on warning signs, risks and proxy betting. The program is led by retired professional basketball player Randy Livingston and his wife, basketball agent Anita Smith, who share their personal stories related to problem gambling, with the hope of preventing others from experiencing similar harms. Learn more and join the conversation here. 📣 Industry news Gaming M&A: Latest Mergers, Acquisitions and Deals (SBC Americas): “But what else is happening in the world of gaming mergers, acquisitions, investments, and partnerships? Here, we round up some of the news you might have missed.” BetMGM Named Official Sports Betting and Online Casino Partner of the Minnesota Vikings in Canada (press release): BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, announced a multi-year partnership with the Minnesota Vikings, naming it the Official Sports Betting Partner and Online Casino Partner of the team in Canada. The agreement gives BetMGM rights to use Vikings marks across approved sports betting, online casino and marketing activities in Canada. In addition, Vikings Big Kick LuckyTap™, a casino game by Design Works Gaming, is available now exclusively at BetMGM Casino in Alberta and Ontario. “Vikings fans bring a level of passion and loyalty that extends well beyond game day,” said Matt Prevost, Chief Revenue Officer at BetMGM. “As the home of one of the largest collections of sports-themed casino content in North America, BetMGM is uniquely positioned to combine sports fandom with iGaming. We are eager to start football season off strong with another fantastic partnership especially as we expand our reach in Canada to Alberta.” Martin Nance, Minnesota Vikings Chief Marketing Officer, said, “As we continue to deepen our connection with Vikings fans across Canada, we’re proud to welcome BetMGM as the team’s official sports betting and online casino partner in Canada. Their commitment to innovation and fan engagement aligns well with our organization, and we’re excited to create memorable experiences that celebrate Vikings football and connect with Canadian fans in new and meaningful ways.” Caesars Entertainment Launches Ball Rush Jackpots™ in New Jersey,the Latest Proprietary Online Title from Empire Creative™ (press release): Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars”) today announced the launch of Ball Rush Jackpots™, a new ball-and-peg style online casino game developed by Empire Creative™, the Company’s in-house game development studio. Now live in New Jersey across Caesars Palace Online Casino, Caesars Sportsbook & Casino and Horseshoe Online Casino, Ball Rush Jackpots is expected to become available in additional jurisdictions where Caesars offers online casino gaming following regulatory approval. The title expands Caesars’ growing portfolio of proprietary online casino titles, following the successful launch of Ca$hline™ earlier this year and further diversifying the Company’s lineup beyond traditional slots and table games. Ball Rush Jackpots follows the traditional ball-drop gameplay experience where players drop a ball down a board filled with pegs to land in a prize slot. As balls navigate independently through a field of pegs, every drop creates new opportunities to collect feature symbols, unlock bonuses and pursue jackpots, delivering a different experience with every round. “Ball Rush Jackpots delivers a different kind of casino experience for our players, combining easy-to-understand gameplay with meaningful customization, exciting bonus opportunities and jackpot potential,” said Matthew Sunderland, Senior Vice President and Chief iGaming Officer at Caesars Digital. “As we continue expanding our proprietary content portfolio, we’re focused on creating games that are simple to pick up, rewarding to revisit and designed around the features players enjoy most.” Bally’s Corporation Secures New Financing to Support the Development of the Bally’s Bronx Project (press release): Bally’s Corporation (NYSE: BALY) (“Bally’s” or the “Company”) announced today that it secured new financing led by WhiteHawk Capital Partners, LP to fund further development of the Bally’s Bronx project and general corporate purposes. The new financing comprises closing date term loan commitments in an aggregate principal amount of $400 million and delayed draw term loan commitments in an aggregate principal amount of $160 million (together, the “Facilities”). … Bally’s Chairman of the Board, Soo Kim, commented, “This important financing allows us to progress the pre-construction planning process so that we are ready to complete the remainder of the capital raise and remain on schedule. Furthermore, the additional liquidity provides us greater flexibility for other capital opportunities.” WORLD JAI ALAI LEAGUE LAUNCHES CENTENNIAL SEASON AND ENTERS NEXT CHAPTER IN MIAMI (press release): The World Jai Alai League will open its 2026 fall season on Tuesday, September 15 at Miami’s JAM Arena, beginning a milestone season that marks 100 years since professional Jai Alai first arrived in Miami. Season X, the tenth season of the Battle Court team-based competition launched in 2022, will also be the first since entrepreneur and sports asset investor Rob Gough acquired the World Jai Alai League in August 2026. The acquisition marks the beginning of a new chapter for the league. World Jai Alai League will maintain the existing Battle Court competition and operating format, with Chief Operating Officer Scott Savin overseeing Season X. Gough and his team will use the coming months to listen to players and fans, evaluate opportunities across the league, and execute plans for a broader evolution of Jai Alai’s presentation, live experience, media, marketing and commercial strategy beginning in 2027. “This is a really unique moment for Jai Alai,” said Rob Gough, Owner of the World Jai Alai League. “We have a sport with more than 100 years of history in Miami, extraordinary athletes and incredible speed, but I also believe there is enormous untapped potential.” bet365 reveals most popular online slots in 3 US states in August (SBC Americas): “In its monthly Gaming Insights and Performance report, growing online casino operator bet365 tracks player trends and game performance in online slots across its North American online casino markets.” The Closing Line is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe
How small businesses can find qualified employees fast
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Watch Nick Sirianni press conference after Week 1 win vs. Commanders
Watch Sirianni’s press conference live at 3:00 p.m.
Florida State fires athletics director Michael Alford
Trump says AI doesn’t need guardrails, only a ‘high IQ’ president
He also alleged a ‘sick conspiracy’ against AI and data centers, at a time when Americans are increasingly concerned about the technology.
Robots reshape the future of homebuilding
America’s housing industry is facing a severe labor shortage and a longstanding productivity problem, creating growing interest in robotics and automation to increase homebuilding capacity, CNBC reports. The U.S. is short roughly 1.2 million homes, while nearly 300,000 construction jobs were open at the end of 2025. Labor shortages cost builders an estimated $11 billion […]