From £40k gambling debt to hope and recovery

A recovering gambling addict has shared her story of hope. Rachel, 41, from Merthyr Tydfil in Wales, told the BBC how she reached “breaking point” after hiding her addiction from friends and family for years. She eventually opened up to loved ones about her struggles and they supported her in trying to overcome her addiction.…

Veteran Debt Assistance donates $100,000 to support

Erlanger, KY, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DAV (Disabled American Veterans) has received a $100,000 donation from Veteran Debt Assistance to support the organization’s mission of empowering America’s veterans to lead high-quality lives. The contribution will benefit DAV Caregivers Support as well as DAV’s 104th National Convention later this year. DAV Caregivers Support provides…

Poker Player Killed in Indiana Over $50K Drug Debt

A well-known poker player in Indiana, US, was killed earlier in March in what prosecutors believe was a dispute over a marijuana debt, not gambling losses. Marijuana Business James “Matt” Lushin, a real estate investor and regular on the poker circuit, was found dead at his home in Westfield on March 12.  According to the…

5 best debt consolidation options

The best consolidation loans allow you to save money on interest, pay off debt more quickly and replace multiple debts with a single payment. There are many options to consolidate debt, including balance transfer credit cards, home equity loans, debt consolidation loans and peer-to-peer loans. For borrowers with excellent credit, consider debt consolidation options like…