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The New York Times Magazine Exposes Modern Slot Machines

This must-read New York Times Magazine cover story by Gary Rivlin exposes the slot machine business as predatory and deceptive.

New York Times story on slots by Gary Rivlin

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The New York Times Magazine Exposes Modern Slot Machines

recent Articles

“The World Cup has a gambling problem” | Deseret News

“New York City Launches Sweeping Investigation Into Polymarket and Kalshi” | The Wall Street Journal

“Teen Sports Betting: A Growing Concern in Schools” | The Boston Globe

STUDY: “Sports Betting Legalization’s Impact on Child Maltreatment: Evidence from Child Protective Services Reports” | University of Oregon