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A man sits at a desk in a dark room with his head in his hands, surrounded by stacks of casino chips and playing cards.
Study Links Online Sports Betting Legalization to Higher Anxiety and Depression Measures
Researchers comparing insurance claims from 2016 through 2023 found increases in anxiety and depression diagnoses and related prescriptions in states that legalized online sports betting, according to CBS19.
Sarah Sheikh October 20, 2026
A person in a suit uses a decorative stamp on a piece of paper on a desk covered with casino chips, playing cards, and carved stones.
Cruz Plans Bill Requiring State or Tribal Approval for Gambling Event Contracts
Sen. Ted Cruz plans to introduce legislation after the midterms that would require state or tribal authorization for prediction-market contracts tied to gambling, including sports betting.
Sarah Sheikh October 20, 2026
Line chart of the market-implied chance of "Will WTI Crude Oil (WTI) hit (HIGH) $100 in October?" on Polymarket for "What will WTI Crude Oil (WTI) hit in October 2026?", from 48% on Sept. 25 to 100% on Oct. 20.
WTI Crude Tops $100 as Supply Concerns Persist
Reports put WTI crude above $100 a barrel, while Polymarket pricing shifted sharply for its October threshold contract.
Sarah Sheikh October 20, 2026
A miniature model of the United States Capitol dome sits under a glass cloche surrounded by gambling chips and scattered documents on a wooden desk.
West Virginia Election Betting Ban Faces Prediction-Market Questions
West Virginia prohibits election betting, according to a state-law summary cited by WBOY. The growth of prediction markets is raising broader questions about how those restrictions apply.
Sarah Sheikh October 20, 2026
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