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Las Vegas Casino Unions Preparing To Take On Trump Again

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Las Vegas casino unions preparing to take on Trump again

It is the Democrats' not-so-secret weapon in Nevada -- a vast army of maids, cooks and bartenders that helped deliver this razor-tight swing state for Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden in 2016 and 2020. Now ahead of November's election, the Culinary Union, which represents 60000 mainly Las Vegas-based hotel and casino workers, is preparing to mobilize…

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Netherlands MPs vote on banning online slots

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AC Casino Employees To File Lawsuit Over Smoking Ban Inside Casinos

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Think of all the issues the Alabama Legislature had us vote on over the last 10 years. In 2014, it was a measure to ban foreign laws in the state. Not because the Canadian military was massing at the Tennessee border. It was a wink-wink-nod-nod version of a failed proposal to ban Shariah law in the state two years earlier. Legislators that year…

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OUTLOOK 2024: Shapiro wants to tax skill games. He must first navigate Pa.’s wealthy, warring gambling interests.

HARRISBURG - As part of his budget pitch this year, Gov. Josh Shapiro says he wants to regulate and tax skill games to raise tens of millions of dollars in revenue. In making this proposal, the Democrat wades into a years-old battle for dominance of the gambling industry, which last year contributed $2.3 billion in tax revenue to the commonwealth's…

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Detroit casino revenue remains down in November

Detroit's three casinos reported $79.1 million in revenue for the month of November - down nearly 24% from November of last year. According to the Michigan Gaming Control Board, $76 million of the $79.1 million in monthly aggregate revenue (AGR) for the month of November was generated from table games and slots, and $3.1 million from retail sports…

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Shapiro wants to tax skill games. He must first navigate Pa.’s wealthy, warring gambling interests.

HARRISBURG - As part of his budget pitch this year, Gov. Josh Shapiro says he wants to regulate and tax skill games to raise tens of millions of dollars in revenue. In making this proposal, the Democrat wades into a years-old battle for dominance of the gambling industry, which last year contributed $2.3 billion in tax revenue to the commonwealth's…

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Shapiro Wants to Tax Skill Games. He Must First Navigate PA’s Wealthy, Warring Gambling Interests.

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Shapiro Wants to Tax Skill Games. He Must First Navigate Pa.’s Wealthy, Warring Gambling Interests.

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Shapiro Wants to Tax Skill Games. He Must First Navigate Pa.’s Wealthy, Warring Gambling Interests

HARRISBURG - As part of his budget pitch this year, Gov. Josh Shapiro says he wants to regulate and tax skill games to raise tens of millions of dollars in revenue. In making this proposal, the Democrat wades into a years-old battle for dominance of the gambling industry, which last year contributed $2.3 billion in tax revenue to the commonwealth's…

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Law ・ 16 February 2024

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Details on gambling proposal released

MONTGOMERY, Ala (AP) - Alabama lawmakers could cast their first votes next week on sweeping gambling legislation to allow a state lottery, sports betting and casinos in the Deep South state. If approved by lawmakers, the proposal would go before Alabama voters in the November general election, the first such public vote on gambling since a proposed…

Law ・ 10 February 2024

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Alabama lawmakers push sweeping gambling bill that would allow lottery and casinos

A group of Alabama lawmakers has unveiled a sweeping gambling bill that could authorize a state lottery and 10 casinos across the conservative Deep South MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- A group of Alabama lawmakers unveiled a sweeping gambling bill Wednesday that could authorize a state lottery and 10 casinos across the conservative Deep South state as some…

Law ・ 08 February 2024

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Strike averted as hospitality union settles with Las Vegas hotel-casinos before Super Bowl week

The union announced last week that it would go on strike if tentative contracts weren't in place by 5 a.m. Monday. Posted Updated 2 min read Font size+ LAS VEGAS - A union representing hospitality workers says it has reached a tentative agreement with six more hotel-casinos in downtown Las Vegas and called off a strike deadline for another. The…

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Bill to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos moves forward on 4th try in New Jersey Legislature

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) - A measure that would prohibit smoking in Atlantic City's casinos moved forward Monday after three years of going nowhere, heartening casino workers who say they are literally sick and tired of having smoke blown in their faces at work. The New Jersey Senate health committee approved a long-delayed bill to impose a smoking ban…

Land-based ・ 30 January 2024

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Atlantic City casinos: Bill to ban smoking moves forward

A measure that would prohibit smoking in Atlantic City's casinos moved forward Monday after three years of going nowhere, heartening casino workers who say they are literally sick and tired of having smoke blown in their faces at work. The New Jersey Senate health committee approved a long-delayed bill to impose a smoking ban in Atlantic City's…

Land-based ・ 30 January 2024

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Alabama legislators are discussing gambling legislation. Will it go anywhere?

Once again, Alabama legislators are talking about gambling. And once again, the House and Senate appear to be talking past each other. Legislators are discussing the possibility of addressing the topic, which has defied resolution attempts for decades. No legislation had been filed as of Wednesday afternoon, but a senator said he will file a bill…

Law ・ 09 January 2024

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Maine's Tribal Internet Gambling Expansion on the Horizon

Maine Lawmakers Mull Over Granting Broader Internet Gambling Rights to Tribes In the pine-scented wilderness of Maine, a new chapter in internet gambling is being written. After two months of successful operations by federally recognized tribes in the domain of online sports betting, the state lawmakers are now contemplating proposals to expand…

Law ・ 03 January 2024

Kentucky Today

Fuming over setback to casino smoking ban, workers light up in New Jersey Statehouse meeting

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - With prospects for a smoking ban in Atlantic City's casinos looking hazier than ever, workers who want smoking banned took matters into their own hands, lips and lungs Thursday. Members of the United Auto Workers union disrupted a meeting of a state Assembly committee that had been scheduled to take a preliminary vote on…

Law ・ 15 December 2023

Winnipeg Free Press

Winnipeg casino workers set stage for strike

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Jobs ・ 03 December 2023

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Casino workers seethe as smoking ban bill is delayed yet again in New Jersey Legislature

TRENTON, N.J. - A bill to end smoking in Atlantic City's casinos that appeared headed for its first vote Thursday was delayed yet again when Democratic lawmakers said they did not have enough votes to advance it. They also said they would listen to alternatives proposed by the casino industry including enclosed smoking rooms in which no employee…

Law ・ 02 December 2023

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How Online Casino Regulation Can Boost Tax Revenues, Reduce Problem Gambling

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Law ・ 21 November 2023

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Missouri's gambling debate players chase stakes worth billions

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Law ・ 09 November 2023

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Players in Missouri gambling debate chase stakes worth billions

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Law ・ 08 November 2023

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Pro-casino effort in Richmond, Virginia, concedes defeat in second referendum

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The developers of a proposed resort casino in Virginia's capital city conceded a loss Tuesday night in their second shot at winning voters' approval for the project. "We are proud to have run a community-centered campaign to create more opportunities for residents of this great city to rise into the middle class. We are…

Law ・ 08 November 2023

AP News

Virginia's capital city voting on whether to allow a casino

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Despite a high-dollar lobbying push, Richmond voters on Tuesday rejected for a second time a ballot measure that would have opened the door to a proposed casino resort in Virginia's capital city. Developers first tried in 2021, after the state Legislature paved the way for five casinos around the state if voters first gave…

Law ・ 08 November 2023

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Why is Richmond voting (again) on whether to allow a casino in the city

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Voters in Virginia's capital city are deciding Tuesday whether developers can move forward with a proposed $562 million resort casino along Interstate 95. A ballot measure on whether to allow the gambling and entertainment complex is before Richmond voters for a second time, after the city narrowly rejected the proposal two…

Finance ・ 07 November 2023

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Virginia’s capital city voting again on whether to allow a casino

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Voters in Virginia's capital city are deciding Tuesday whether developers can move forward with a proposed $562 million resort casino along Interstate 95. A ballot measure on whether to allow the gambling and entertainment complex is before Richmond voters for a second time, after the city narrowly rejected the proposal two…

Finance ・ 07 November 2023

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Two Bills Legalizing Online Casino and Poker Still Alive in Illinois

Two online casino and poker legalization bills are still viable in the Illinois General Assembly with a deadline of January 2025 for passage. HB 2239 and HB 2320, introduced by Democratic lawmakers from Chicago, propose multi-jurisdictional gaming agreements and state licensing of online casinos. The Board may enter into agreements with other…

Law ・ 06 November 2023

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VIRGINIA - State Sen. Scott Surovell (D-Mount Vernon) received an $85000 donation on Oct. 23 from Building a Remarkable Virginia, the political action committee created by the developer who wants to build a casino at or near the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station, according to the latest campaign finance filing. "The Comstock Companies are one of the…

Politics ・ 03 November 2023

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Lottery ・ 20 October 2023

Times Of Malta

Finland to open up online gambling market

It is rare that government and opposition parties agree on something - and that applies to most countries. But last September, when Demokraattii, the newspaper of the Finnish Social Democratic Party, asked seven parties in the Finnish Parliament about their position on government's plans to open up the online gambling market and introducing a…

Incidents ・ 20 October 2023

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Online Casinos Flourish, Offering Democratic Opportunity and Convenience from Home

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Politics ・ 11 October 2023

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Reclusive online gambling mogul Martin Moshal is playing an increasingly influential role in a push to oust the South African government

President Cyril Ramaphosa's social democratic African National Congress party is set to come under pressure next year amid South Africa's dire economic troubles. A senior party official has warned the country could become a failed state. Mr Moshal is the largest individual political donor in South Africa in the last two years. He has given 46.5…

Politics ・ 21 September 2023

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Law ・ 21 September 2023

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Albanian government faces resistance over proposed reintroduction of online gambling

Efforts by the Albanian government to reinstate online gambling have encountered opposition from members within its own ruling Socialist Party and the opposing Democratic Party. Albania imposed a ban on all forms of online and offline gambling in 2019, with only a few exceptions made for land-based casinos. However, in 2022, the government unveiled…

Law ・ 18 September 2023

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Republicans try to resolve casino dispute holding up budget

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - Republican legislative leaders met Wednesday after it became clear this week that their disagreement over new gambling options is the key issue preventing lawmakers from voting on the state budget. House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Cleveland) said there aren't enough members willing to vote in favor of the budget if gaming is…

Politics ・ 14 September 2023

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Casino operators, gaming regulator bemoan skill machines at Pa. Senate hearing

HARRISBURG - Video skill machines have become a fixture in convenience stores, bars and standalone parlors across Pennsylvania and as their legality endures judicial scrutiny in state and federal courts, lawmakers in the General Assembly are weighing regulation of an industry with revenues presumed to exceed $1 billion. Because skill games…

Law ・ 13 September 2023

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Empowering Women in Crypto Gambling: The Rise of Female Gamblers on Bitcoin Platforms

As the sun rises in a rapidly evolving digital world, the gender gap in cryptocurrency is diminishing. Traditionally a male-dominated industry, there has been a surge of women venturing into the crypto universe; their sight set not just on buying and holding, but also on crypto gambling. This surge challenges antiquated gender stereotypes that have…

Crypto ・ 11 September 2023

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French Gambling Market Prepares to Legalize Online Casinos

In a recent press interview, Eric Sjöden, senior advisor for international affairs at l'Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), France's gambling regulator, underlined that the authorities must develop a closer relationship with operators in the market for the benefit of the players. The gambling market in France was in turmoil following one of the…

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Casino developers ask Richmond voters for a second chance, promising new jobs and tax revenue

Two years ago, voters in Virginia's capital city narrowly rejected a referendum that would have opened the door for a proposed casino. Now, the developers behind a retooled project are hoping to change their minds. Richmond officials have opted to bring the matter back to the ballot this fall for a second shot, and backers of the project held a…

Law ・ 06 September 2023

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Good government watchdog calls out flood of pot, casino cash flowing to NC lawmakers

Veteran campaign finance watchdog Bob Hall, the former longtime executive director of the group Democracy North Carolina who helped expose former Democratic House Speaker Jim Black's corruption in the early 2000's, is out with another damning bit of research. In a press release distributed this morning, Hall called attention to the fact that North…

Law ・ 29 August 2023

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Updated Walkthrough on Gambling Regulations of South Africa

South Africa has long been the wealthiest country in the African continent. It reflects in the gambling regulations as well. South Africa legalized casino gambling way back in 1965. It even amended the online gambling restrictions partially in 2008. Since then, some of the best online casino South Africa brands have been accepting players from the…

Law ・ 21 August 2023

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North Carolina considers new casinos as money flows across Virginia border

North Carolina lawmakers are considering a plan to allow up to four new casinos in rural areas of the state. They see a recently opened casino in Danville, Virginia - a few miles north of the state line - as an example of how gambling could help economically challenged communities. Caesars opened a temporary casino in Danville in May in a giant…

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Four new casinos, video gambling could be on horizon as North Carolina Republicans negotiate

RALEIGH, N.C. -- As many as four new casinos as well as video gambling machines could be authorized in North Carolina under proposals now being discussed by legislators, the top General Assembly leaders said on Thursday. House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate leader Phil Berger told reporters separately about the ideas, which they said have yet to…

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Casino bad idea for Rockingham County, residents say

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Residents here say they are worried about a move afoot in Raleigh to expand gaming in the rural county that comes at the same time an investor linked with casino development has requested commercial zoning of a large parcel of land along U.S. 220 near Madison in the Huntsville Township. N.C. Development Holdings Co., which has…

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Rockingham County residents upset by specter of casino development along US 220, launch petition; Berger: casinos could get greenlight by summer's end

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Residents here say they are worried about a move afoot in Raleigh to expand gaming in the rural county that comes at the same time an investor linked with casino development has requested commercial zoning of a large parcel of land along U.S. 220 near Madison in the Huntsville Township. N.C. Development Holdings Co., which has…

Law ・ 19 July 2023

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New Jersey governor considers 5-year extension of internet gambling

A bill to extend internet gambling in New Jersey for another five years is in the hands of Gov. Phil Murphy following its approval by the state Legislature ByWAYNE PARRY Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. -- A bill to extend internet gambling in New Jersey for another five years is in the hands of Gov. Phil Murphy, following its approval Friday by the…

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Chancer Presale Launches as Online Gambling Dialog Increases. What Benefits Could Arise?

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New Jersey Governor Mulls 5-Year Extension of Internet Gambling

Following the state Legislature's passage on Friday, a measure to prolong online gambling in New Jersey for a further five years is now in the hands of Governor Phil Murphy. With no resistance from politicians, the bill was adopted by the state Assembly and Senate and will now be put into effect by the Democratic governor. The passage, however, did…

Politics ・ 03 July 2023

The Sentinel

Online gambling would get 5 more years under latest proposal in N.J.

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - Internet gambling in New Jersey would be allowed to take place for at least five more years under the latest proposal by state lawmakers. On Wednesday evening, legislators abandoned a move they made a day earlier to drastically cut the extension of internet casino gambling in the state. An original bill reauthorizing…

Law ・ 02 July 2023

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Internet gambling would be given 5 more years under latest change in New Jersey

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - (AP) - Internet gambling in New Jersey would be allowed to take place for at least five more years under the latest proposal by state lawmakers. On Wednesday evening, legislators abandoned a move they made a day earlier to drastically cut the extension of internet casino gambling in the state. An original bill reauthorizing…

Law ・ 02 July 2023

The Buffalo News

Exclusive details in deal to put Seneca casino in Rochester

ALBANY - On Friday evening in Albany, an explosive rumor began circulating about a secretive gaming compact struck between the Seneca Nation and Gov. Kathy Hochul's administration. Two days earlier, the Nation and Hochul's office had struck a deal on the broad outlines of a new, 20-year agreement. The details of the deal were kept secret. Yet the…

Law ・ 13 June 2023

World Casino News

NJ online casino market inches closer to 10-year milestone

Since full internet gaming operations commenced on November 25, 2013, online casino spend in New Jersey continues to rise, so much so that it has now surpassed land-based revenue, with lifetime revenue, April's numbers included, surpassing the $6.1 billion mark, and $1 billion-plus in taxes. With no slowdown in sight, the market is poised to…

Industry ・ 07 June 2023

World Casino News

French Lawmakers To Review Newest Online Casino Bill

Earlier this week, Bill 1248, a legislation that could lead to the official legalization of online casino in France, was presented by Philippe Latombe of the Democratic Movement party, and is now awaiting review by the French National Assembly. Preparing the ground for the opening of a regulated online casino market in France: With its…

Law ・ 26 May 2023

Gambling News

Proposal in France Calls for Online Gambling Expansion

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Industry ・ 25 May 2023

iGaming Business

New bill aims to legalise online casino in France

Introduced this week by Philippe Latombe of the Democratic Movement party, bill 1248 sets out proposals to open a regulated online casino market in France. The core proposal of the bill is for a "five-year moratorium", whereby online casino gambling would be legal for a period of five years but only for "national actors". Article 2 of the bill set…

Law ・ 25 May 2023

GV Wire

A’s Ballpark on Vegas Casino Site Gets Closer With Tentative Funding Deal

CARSON CITY, Nev. - Republican Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo announced Wednesday a tentative agreement between his office, legislative leaders in the state and the Oakland Athletics for a stadium funding plan after weeks of negotiations over how much public assistance the state will contribute to a $1.5 billion ballpark in Las Vegas, according to a…

Finance ・ 25 May 2023

Long Island Press

Las Vegas Sands Casino Plan Advances as Nassau Pols OK Lease

Nassau County lawmakers approved Monday a 99-year lease with Las Vegas Sands, which proposed replacing the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum with a $4 billion casino resort in Uniondale, over the objection of neighbors concerned about crime. The Republican-majority county Legislature voted nearly unanimously in favor of the proposal, with…

Law ・ 23 May 2023

The Buffalo News

Gov. Hochul recuses herself from Seneca casino compact talks

ALBANY - Gov. Kathy Hochul has recused herself from negotiating a new gaming compact with the Seneca Nation, instead tapping two senior aides to hash out the agreement. Hochul is recusing herself from negotiating a renewal of the Seneca Nation compact because her husband, William Hochul, is senior vice president, general counsel and secretary at…

Law ・ 20 May 2023

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Law ・ 30 April 2023

The Providence Journal

Bally's Twin River pushing to legalize online gambling in RI

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Law ・ 28 April 2023

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Are Pennsylvania's skill game machines illegal?

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Law ・ 28 April 2023

Real Money

Japan Approves First Casino Resort in Win for MGM Resorts and Orix

The Japanese government on Friday approved the plan to build the country's first casino resort. The project is due to be developed on an artificial island in Osaka by Las Vegas-based MGM Resorts International (MGM) and its local partner, the Tokyo-based consumer credit company Orix Corp. (T:8591 and (IX)). Technically speaking, the winning idea has…

Travel ・ 14 April 2023

The Derrick

No April Fool: Retired Iowa mechanic wins $40M lotto jackpot

Sean Murphy hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning and the Atlanta Braves recovered after blowing a two-run lead in the ninth to beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-4. Murphy blasted the first pitch from Derek Law to center field for his third hit of the game, driving in designated runner Austin Riley. Atlanta snapped a three-game skid. Jonathan India…

Incidents ・ 11 April 2023

Yogonet

Las Vegas Sands leading move to expand gambling in Texas; in talks to build resort-style casino

Casino giant Las Vegas Sands is in talks to bring a destination resort-style casino to Texas if approved by the state,a representative for the company informed legislators on Wednesday. The casino and resort firm is spearheading the effort to expand gambling in Texas to include commercial casinos that provide resort-style amenities such as hotels,…

Law ・ 25 March 2023

News 12 New Jersey

Workers speak at hearing to potentially ban smoking inside Atlantic City casinos

Casino workers were back at the New Jersey State House on Thursday to advocate for a smoke-free environment.Lawmakers had introduced a bill to ban smoking inside New Jersey's casinos, but no progress has been made on the bill.Casino workers came to a hearing to talk about their experiences."I shouldn't have to die for this choice. I have to give up…

Land-based ・ 10 March 2023

scoopearth.com

Factors on How to Choose Top-Quality Online Casinos

Factors on How to Choose Top-Quality Online Casinos Ever since online casino gambling was legalized in the US, America has remained one of the hottest casino markets. Casinos are no longer associated with seedy back-alley gambling, but instead, provide a democratic and almost legal outlet for betting on sports and games. However, it can be a bit…

Strategy Guide ・ 10 March 2023

iGaming Business

Japan casino picture slowly coming into focus

Japan will make a decision on applications for integrated resorts from Osaka and Nagasaki in the coming months, perhaps as soon as this month. Then authorities will decide the fate of one or more unissued IR licences, with the distinct possibility of a supplementary round of applications that could include prime sites Tokyo and Hokkaido. That's the…

Politics ・ 09 March 2023

Mail & Guardian

South Africa plans to legalise online gambling for real money

The situation regarding the gambling market is currently completely blurred Recently there has been serious debate in the South African region related to the regulation of the gambling market. The main protagonist is the Democratic Alliance, an opposition political party that has passed a law aimed at eliminating the country's long-standing…

Industry ・ 23 February 2023

New York Post

Bally's eyes NYC casino next to Trump's Bronx golf course

Gaming giant Bally's is betting on The Bronx - by proposing a casino next to the Trump Organization's public golf course at Ferry Point, The Post has learned. Sources familiar with the corporation's plan said its officials have engaged in discussions with the Trump Org about assigning 17 of the 300 acres on the site to Bally's to operate a…

Finance ・ 13 February 2023

Smoky Mountain News

What are the odds of a casino in Asheville? State considers expanding legalized gambling

North Carolina can support as many as nine Las Vegas-style casinos with gambling throughout the state, including one in the Asheville area, according to a report commissioned by the General Assembly. The new casinos would be in addition to the three already operating on tribal lands, an independent consultant, Spectrum Gaming Group, told lawmakers…

Law ・ 12 February 2023

iGaming Brazil

MGA Games expands into Africa in new deal with Premier Bet

The rollout of MGA Games games has been gradual, with only GT World Challenge and Lucky Dragon available to Premier Bet customers at the moment - as well as some casino games including Calaca Party, Buffalo Bingo, Sweet Home, Bingo Sea, Vikings, Magician, Disco and Roma Bingo. Javier Lanfranchi, Director of Sales at MGA Games, said: "Our games are…

Malta ・ 12 January 2023

Woman's Era

Why Is There An Increase In Online Gambling in Africa?

Over the previous 20 years, the Internet gaming business has experienced significant expansion. The online casinos' growing number and the daily introduction of more betting events serve as confirmation of this growth. Statistics show that the rise of online gambling has been significantly influenced by the African continent. The younger…

Industry ・ 27 December 2022

AP News

Gambling interests gave GOP group behind pro-DeWine PACs $1M

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Gambling interests positioning for lucrative business as Ohio remakes its betting landscape donated nearly $1 million to a nonprofit group that helped successfully reelect Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, a key decision-maker regarding the market's future, an Associated Press review found. The casino operators, slot machine…

Politics ・ 25 December 2022

York Dispatch

Gambling interests gave Republican group behind pro-DeWine PACs $1M

Gambling interests positioning for lucrative business as Ohio remakes its betting landscape donated nearly $1 million to a nonprofit group that helped successfully reelect Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, a key decision-maker regarding the market's future, an Associated Press review found. The casino operators, slot machine makers, gaming…

Politics ・ 20 December 2022

Yogonet

Louisiana commissioners approve sale of shuttered Bossier City Diamond Jacks Casino to Foundation Gaming

Louisiana's Gaming Commission has approved the sale of the shuttered Bossier City Diamond Jacks Casino to Mississippi-based firm Foundation Gaming. The deal was greenlighted Thursday, thus setting the stage for a nearly $200 million renovation and reopening that the owners claim will bring the abandoned property back to life. "This is a day we've…

Law ・ 19 December 2022

World Casino News

Sale of Louisiana's Diamond Jack Casino gets green light

The abandoned Diamond Jacks Casino, located in Bossier City, will finally be sold. Louisiana's Gaming Commission has finally approved the sale to a gaming company from Mississippi, Foundation Gaming. The company hopes that the new casino will be opened by December 2024. This casino is the first one in the Sheveport-Bossier City area, and will be…

Gaming Authorities ・ 17 December 2022

Vegas Slots Online

Dormant North Louisiana Casino to Get $200m Renovation

A Mississippi casino entertainment company is buying a shuttered casino in Louisiana which it intends to give a $200m facelift and open in 2024. [Image: Shutterstock.com] A Robinsonville, Mississippi casino entertainment company is expanding south into Louisiana after getting the green light to buy a dormant casino which it intends to give a $200m…

Law ・ 16 December 2022

The Hindu

Narayanasamy urges Puducherry government to promulgate ordinance banning online gambling

Former Chief Minister V. Narayanasamy on Monday urged the All India N.R. Congress-led National Democratic Alliance government in the Union Territory to promulgate an ordinance to ban online gambling. Addressing a press conference, he said online gambling was widely prevalent in Puducherry. There are reports of people getting financially trapped in…

Politics ・ 12 December 2022

Fortune

Powerball $1.5 billion jackpot drives lottery envy in 5 states where people can't play

Loretta Williams lives in Alabama but drove to Georgia to buy a lottery ticket for a chance at winning the $1.5 billion Powerball jackpot. She was one of many Alabama ticket-buyers flooding across state lines Thursday. The third-largest lottery prize in U.S. history has people around the country clamoring for a chance to win. But in some of the…

Lottery ・ 01 December 2022

The New York Times

Related Companies and Wynn to Bid for New Casino in Midtown Manhattan

One of New York City's most prolific developers on Thursday announced that it was teaming up with a Las Vegas gambling giant to bid on a casino in Midtown Manhattan. The bid by Related Companies, the developer of Hudson Yards, and Wynn Resorts represents the first publicly announced bid for one of three new casino licenses open to city…

Law ・ 01 December 2022

The New York Times

Smoking and Gambling Go ‘Hand in Hand.’ But Maybe Not for Long.

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Len Lombardo, 74 and retired, rests his cigarette against a black plastic ashtray as he pushes a $5 button on a high-limit slot machine at the Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, N.J. Nearby, a 62-year-old Pennsylvania woman on a winning streak takes a drag from a Newport, as does her sister sitting at the machine to her…

Politics ・ 01 December 2022

Devdiscourse

The Current Situation Surrounding Online Casinos Laws in Japan

The Japanese attitude toward gambling has always been complicated. There is still a sizable interest in reels and other casino games, both online and in traditional brick-and-mortar casinos, just as there is in many other regions of the globe. However, with a few exceptions like horse racing and pachinko, gambling is illegal under the law. We take…

Pachinko ・ 25 November 2022