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Multi-million euro illegal gambling activity remains unchecked in Malta – The Shift News
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An ongoing investigation by The Shift has uncovered a thriving illegal gambling industry with sophisticated networks across the island and a multi-million euro turnover, which is seemingly ignored by law enforcement authorities despite pressure from Moneyval for Malta to clean up its act.
The police, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the anti-money laundering watchdog (FIAU) are doing next to nothing to rein it in. The Shift’s investigation was spurred by the reported discovery of some €2 million in cash during one of the police raids on Melvin Theuma – the middleman turned State witness in the assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
The probe has so far unearthed a sophisticated network of professional bookies, spread all over the island, with ‘runners’ taking illegal bets on their behalf on three particular gambling areas: lotto, lotto on the Super 5 games, as well as international football and horse race betting televised from France and the UK.
For clandestine lotto and lotto on the Super 5 games, bets are taken in parallel with the official national lottery games run by Maltco. For betting on football and horse racing, illegal bookies run their activities from public places in broad daylight, including from bars and restaurants, known to those connected to the gaming industry and the police.
Official statistics show the Maltese are avid gamblers, with bets reaching a staggering €130 million a year, according to the latest data. Industry experts have told The Shift that the ongoing clandestine illegal gambling industry is estimated to have a similar turnover to the highly regulated industry.
“Illegal gambling has been taking place in Malta for decades. The problem is that it is increasing, and the authorities seem not to be too keen to control it. This means that the exchequer is losing millions in gaming taxes every year,” sources in the gaming industry said.
“It is also known that proceeds from the industry are used in other criminal activities including money laundering and the drugs and smuggling trade. Those involved in running the illegal gambling are all well-known individuals also involved in all the other main criminal activities,” another source with experience in law enforcement said.
In court last November, Melvin Theuma admitted that he “was always involved in illegal gambling”. He was known to be one of the bookies with a multi-million euro income normally ‘laundered’ through the acquisition of real estate and property.
The lack of action by the police and the MGA is evident from the low number of prosecutions during the last years.
During the past six years, the MGA has filed only 36 reports of alleged illegal gambling activities to the police, according to replies given to The Shift. Reports by the MGA then decreased further, with no reports made in 2019 and just two last year.
Prosecutions too have been exceptionally low when considering the size of the underground industry.
While a police spokesman said raids are conducted regularly in areas known to be connected to the illegal gambling industry, this is not reflected in the number of people accused of crimes connected to clandestine gambling.
Since 2015, only 26 individuals have been charged with illegal gambling activities, or just four per year.
Industry sources claimed that the real problem is the “lack of will by the police to eradicate this illegal industry”.
“This activity is not complicated to control as it is mostly done in public, by known people and using mobile phones. If the police were serious about tackling the growing problem, they could use the MSS (Malta Security Service) and gain the evidence necessary to put an end to this rampant abuse,” The Shift was told.
The Shift is informed that scrutiny by the international anti-money laundering body Moneyval on this clandestine industry is also increasing, particularly due to Malta’s reputation as an online gambling hub as a result of hundreds of remote gaming operators on the island.
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Nebraska Lottery results: See winning numbers for Powerball, Pick 3 on Nov. 3, 2025 – USA Today
The Nebraska Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Lottery players in Nebraska can choose from popular national games like the Powerball and Mega Millions, which are available in the vast majority of states. Other games include Lotto America, Lucky For Life, Pick 3, Pick 5, MyDaY and 2 by 2.
Big lottery wins around the U.S. include a lucky lottery ticketholder in California who won a $1.27 billion Mega Millions jackpot in December 2024. See more big winners here. And if you do end up cashing a jackpot, here’s what experts say to do first.
Here’s a look at Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 results for each game:
03-32-40-43-57, Powerball: 18, Power Play: 2
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11-27-55-62-68, Powerball: 02
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10-14-17-36-37
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Red Balls: 12-25, White Balls: 01-05
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01-31-32-34-37, Lucky Ball: 13
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Month: 10, Day: 05, Year: 21
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Thinking Outside the Box: – Mississippi Lottery
When most people think of lottery retailers, they picture convenience stores, gas stations, or grocery chains. But one Meridian retailer is proving that lottery success can happen in the most unexpected of places.
At first glance, Discount Cell Phone Accessories might not strike you as a place to buy your favorite Mississippi Lottery games. The shelves are lined with phone chargers, earbuds, Bluetooth speakers, and just about any tech gadget you can imagine. But right next to the tech gear, you’ll find an array of Mississippi Lottery scratch-off tickets and draw games, making this shop one of the state’s most unique lottery retailers.
The store’s owner, Matthew Buchanan, isn’t just dabbling in lottery sales, he’s embraced the role wholeheartedly. “When I became a retailer, I didn’t want to just sell tickets,” Buchanan explained. “I wanted to make it fun and give customers another reason to stop in.”
That philosophy led to the creation of his own in-store promotion: the “Third Chance” drawing. Modeled after the Lottery’s official 2nd Chance program, Buchanan’s twist gives players an extra shot at winning. Customers drop their non-winning tickets into a specially marked box for the chance to win cash prizes provided by the store. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s brought excitement, repeat visits, and a sense of community to his business.
“Players love it,” Buchanan said. “They don’t feel like they’re walking away empty-handed, because they know that losing ticket could still bring them something. It keeps the fun going.”
The response has been so positive that Buchanan’s “Third Chance” box has become a regular draw for locals. It also reflects his broader approach: thinking outside the box in every way possible. By blending tech accessories and lottery products, he’s built a niche that appeals to both gadget lovers and lottery enthusiasts.
For Buchanan, being a lottery retailer is more than just a business decision, it’s about building relationships. Many of his customers stop in weekly to grab a charger or a pair of headphones and end up leaving with their favorite scratch-off or draw ticket in hand. Others come back regularly just to see if their “Third Chance” entry paid off.
With his tech-meets-lottery approach, Buchanan has carved out a unique spot in the Mississippi Lottery’s retail landscape. Discount Cell Phone Accessories proves that lottery products can thrive anywhere, especially with a little outside-the-box thinking.
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