While the United States continues to ignore its public health problem of gambling addiction, the first national study of the gambling habits of Australia’s youth has found a tenth of kids aged 10-14 fit definitions of ‘‘at-risk’’ or ‘‘problem’’ gamblers. And a third have adults willing to place bets on their behalf. Almost a third of kids aged 10-14 said they had played electronic gambling machines in the previous year, more than half had purchased scratch tickets.
“Springfield business owners say MGM casino, falling short of expectations, has been no jackpot” | Mass Live
September 23, 2026
By Stephanie Barry Springfield business owners report that the MGM casino has fallen far short of expectations, delivering significantly fewer