World Series of Poker scales up to TV and internet hype
Las Vegas reports a record 2,576 entrants for a $5 million first prize as TV and Internet coverage drive poker’s craze. Howard Lederer, a top player, acknowledges long odds while stars like Tobey Maguire and Chris Moneymaker spark publicity and wagers soar in the 35th annual World Series of Poker at Binion's Horseshoe.
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Supreme Court to hear states' wine shipping cases online
The Supreme Court will hear three appeals about state laws blocking direct interstate wine shipments to consumers. States defend restrictions as fraud and underage prevention and tax protection, while wineries argue the rules favor middlemen and curb e commerce.
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