The week in pictures: September 17-23, 2014

Looking back at the past 7 days we realize that a lot has happened. People move fast as usual, the world is fermenting-no surprise. 

News sections are always full; there was violence in Middle East, a massive climate march in New York…After 5 months Afganistan settled for a new president and after more than 300 years, Scotland settled for an old situation, but full of new perspectives. Europa League made its début as well as Ryder Cup, capturing the attention of sport fans all over the world. Milan fashion week brought celebrities of all sort together while celebrity nude photo leak scandal grows by the, well, week… Nintendo turned 125 and made some feel old.

Odds are it will be hectic next week too but until then, let’s see how was the 17-23 of September in gambling news. We took snapshots!

The ‘No, thanks’ campaign prevailed! After more than 300 years as part of United Kingdom, Scots vote ‘No’ in independence referendum, proving betting odds right.

Lottery wins are somehow not that unattainable for some; in the midst of suspicious practices and/or some really lucky people, the state of Ohio had its share of winners.

Waiting for a ‘blue Sunday’ in Premier League! Odds and stats are keeping fans busy until then, when real football is set to steal the scene.

Matter of priorities: in a growing gambling industry, New Zealand’s government redirected funds, that used to go to Problem Gambling Foundation, to the Salvation Army.

Oddsmakers had already set a winner for the Driver’s Championship in Singapore and that was Formula 1 superstar, Lewis Hamilton.

It’s all “travelling and cars” for a Canadian couple after the wife hit the jackpot on lottery.