The NewsWorthy NBA-Mafia Gambling Bust, Binance Founder Pardoned & Life-Changing GIF - Friday, October 24, 2025
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Oct 24, 2025 A federal gambling and mafia scandal is rocking the NBA, with big-name players facing serious charges. Thanksgiving travel is at risk due to a government shutdown, while President Trump abruptly halted trade talks with Canada. In a surprising turn, the Binance founder was pardoned after a prior money laundering conviction. Amazon is set to roll out AI-powered glasses for its drivers, and there's excitement building for the World Series between the Dodgers and Blue Jays. Plus, a viral GIF raised over $300,000 for charity!
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NBA Stars Tied To Mafia-Linked Schemes
- Federal charges connect major NBA figures to long-running gambling and mafia schemes involving tech-enabled cheating.
- The investigation spans rigged poker games, prop bets, and alleged laundering tied to crime families.
Shutdown Means Missed Paychecks And Travel Risk
- The federal government remained shut down as Senate leaders traded blame and blocked competing bills.
- Air traffic controllers faced missed paychecks and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned flights could be canceled into the holiday season.
Ad Dispute Kills US-Canada Trade Talks
- President Trump halted trade talks with Canada over a controversial Ontario ad using edited Reagan footage.
- The dispute highlights how political messaging can directly affect international trade talks and export strategies.