World News.
Week 2

12.01.2026
🇳🇱 PokerStars parts ways with a legend

Lex Veldhuis has ended his 17-year partnership with PokerStars. After a break in early 2025, the poker legend has returned to streaming. You can now catch him on YouTube, Twitch — and for the first time on Kick. A new era — who’s in? Read more

🇧🇷 UFC fighter turns down $ 9M for faith

UFC fighter Mauricio Ruffy from a bookmaker. The condition: he would have to stop talking about Jesus in the octagon. Ruffy declined — some things are worth more than money. Respect. Read more

👋 GGBet exits the UK market

The bookmaker is ending its operations in the UK. The reasons have not yet been disclosed, adding further tension to the regulated market. Read more

🇺🇬 Melbet leaves Uganda

The license has been revoked, and the operator is shutting down its local presence. Another portfolio reassessment across Africa. Read more