The world was shocked on Monday, February 11, when Reuters broke the news that Pope Benedict XVI, at 85 years of age, had announced his decision to retire. The Pope offered a statement that said his waning strength and advanced age were conflicting with his ability to fulfill his role as the Catholic world leader.
Any business-minded Irishman is likely to recognize the name Sean McEniff, just as any Gaelic sports fan is likely to appreciate his father, GGA All-Star Brian McEniff. Sean runs the incredibly successful Compliance Systems Corp (DBA SeanieMac Limited), from its ripe beginnings as Brian McEniff Hotels (named after his dear old dad) more than 20 years ago.
One of the internet's first and, at one time, foremost, online sportsbooks, BetMaker, sang its final song yesterday. Although the US-facing betting site is officially no more, its members were not left in the dust. Their betting accounts have been moved to BookMaker.eu, where they will have access to their financial accounts and the same great sports betting features as before, as well as added functions.
A quick search of the world wide web reveals a multitude of online poker sites that accept US players. However, just because these dominantly off-shore operators are willing to take deposits from Americans does not make them 100% legal.
