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Massachusetts Lottery launches online games for state players

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The Massachusetts Lottery launched its online platform in Massachusetts on Monday, offering draw games and eInstants through its app and website. More than 20 eInstant games were available at launch; online play is restricted to people aged over 21 who are physically in the state. The Lottery said profits from online sales will support early childhood education and care.

The launch creates an online sales channel while setting age, location and responsible-gambling controls for lottery play.

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Pennsylvania State Police open tip line as skill games ban takes effect

The Pennsylvania State Police are asking the public to report businesses that still operate or house skill games, which became illegal slot machines under a state Supreme Court order effective 14 October 2026. Venues keeping the machines face criminal prosecution and immediate seizure. The court stayed enforcement until 13 October after its June ruling.

The Pennsylvania State Police are asking the public to report businesses that continue to operate or house skill games, which became illegal slot machines under a state Supreme Court order that took effect at 12:01 a.m. on 14 October 2026. The machines were required to be powered down and removed statewide after the court's stay of enforcement ended on 13 October. The PSP said venues that continue to house or operate skill games risk criminal prosecution and immediate seizure of the machines.

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