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Waterloo Man Hits Jackpot with $5 Lottery Ticket

There must be something in the water here in Eastern Iowa... It seems like every other week, we're breaking news to you about a lucky person winning the lottery here in the Hawkeye State. Well, we've got another one for you! One Waterloo man turned $5 into enough money for a complete home renovation! According to reports, one in eight Americans buy…

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Man who walked away after winning $230K on slot machine without realising finally tracked down

Winning big money without knowing about it seems like a pretty cruel twist of fate, and as someone who is still hoping that my lottery numbers will come in every week, this is my worst nightmare. Yet for one man he nearly missed out on a whopping jackpot of almost $230k when he left a Las Vegas casino without realising he'd won. Pixabay Robert…

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Top 10 Movies in Canada that Feature Casinos

There's somethingmagical about the casino experience that lends itself to the glamourand excitement we want from cinema. There have been dozens of moviesover the years that take advantage of the casino setting to enhancetheir stories and explore not only the elegance of the casino floorbut the darkness lurking behind it. If playing at an online…

Movies ・ 23 December 2023

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Virgin Hotels Las Vegas casino cash flow down, Mohegan tribe says

Cash flow declined in the fourth quarter for casino operations of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, but that didn't prevent its parent company from having a favorable financial performance. The Uncasville, Connecticut-based Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority last week reported revenue of $444.3 million for the quarter that ended Sept. 30, a 7.6 percent…

Finance ・ 20 December 2023

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The Best Christmas Promos at Online Casinos in Michigan 2023

The most exciting time of year is upon us, and Michigan online casinos are getting into the holiday gift-giving mood with a slate of festive new promotions. This is easily the best time to play casino games as operators are clearly feeling generous - rolling out promos and exclusive Christmas games to celebrate Santa's arrival. To help you focus on…

Christmas ・ 12 December 2023

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Top 5 Blackjack Movies of All-Time

There are a number of casino movies out there, many of them set in Las Vegas or Atlantic City. Though gambling acts as something of a backdrop in some, there are other movies where a specific game is at the center of the story. These blackjack movies do the game justice in more ways than one. We've all seen the GIF of Zach Galifianakis in deep…

Top and Best ・ 05 December 2023

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Macau mass table gaming almost fully recuperated to pre-pandemic results, slots still lagging

Under the new gaming concessions granted since January 1st, 2024, the number of tables and slots in Macau was reduced to 6000 and 12000, a 13 and 6 percent reduction from the last count before the changes, respectively. MGM was the only one of the six concessionaires to receive an increase in table allocation, with the other five concessionaires,…

Industry ・ 04 December 2023

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Nearly $1 Million Poker Bad Beat Jackpot Hits at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh

Pennsylvania residents Scott Thompson and Brent Enos scooped the lion's share of one of the largest live poker bad beat jackpots ever Tuesday night at Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh. The two northeastern poker players, in a low-stakes no-limit Texas hold'em game, played a pot neither will ever forget, and the same goes for the other players at the…

Land-based ・ 30 November 2023

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Illinois Legislature OKs Allowing Extension For Temporary Casino

The Illinois General Assembly has passed legislation that will help the state's gaming board address potential delays in Full House Resorts' construction of the American Place casino in Waukegan. There was some back-and-forth between the House and Senate over Senate Bill 0584 on Thursday before its passage at the close of the veto session. The…

Law ・ 13 November 2023

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Iconic Films with The Best Blackjack Moments Features Film Threat

For many, cinema is a getaway, a place where life's problems fade away for a few hours. When blackjack is portrayed on the big screen, how does it compare to the beloved game many play off-screen? This game, with its intoxicating mix of skill, luck, and drama, often finds its way into the heart of unforgettable movie scenes. Whether you're a film…

Blackjack ・ 08 November 2023

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Crime and the City: Las Vegas ‹ CrimeReads

Let's go to Las Vegas with one of the great kings of the American hard-boiled Charles Willeford in his novel Wicked Wives (1956): 'Once the sun comes up in the desert it rises fast. It hung on the horizon like a solid neon pumpkin, beaming through our windshield. It grew warmer all the time. The closer we got to Vegas, the more numerous the…

Incidents ・ 23 October 2023

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Viva 'Las Vegas': How a show with a million-to-one shot hit the jackpot

James Caan is dying to get to his golf game. He's just wrapped his last scene of the day for his hit series, "Las Vegas," and is speedwalking across the community college auditorium, doubling today as a nightclub, when he's stopped in his tracks by something more powerful than a barrage of bullets. "All right, I'll hold the door," he says as a…

Winnings ・ 31 August 2023

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Mohegan Releases Q3 2023 Operating Results

UNCASVILLE, CT - Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority has released operating results for its third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2023. Mohegan Operating Results "Our consolidated Adjusted EBITDA of $108.7 million was the third highest quarterly total in our 26-year history, while the prior-year comparable quarter was the highest to date," said Raymond…

Finance ・ 11 August 2023

Chicago Sun Times

Lawsuit over ‘rigged’ Waukegan casino selection should proceed, court rules

The cards have already been dealt in the Waukegan casino game, but a state appellate court has issued a ruling that could bring back to the table a spurned bidder that has long complained of a "rigged" contest for the coveted gambling license. That means the north suburban casino selection process could end up being reshuffled, even though Las…

Law ・ 03 August 2023

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Who are the 6 Biggest Casino Enthusiasts in Hollywood?

Visiting casinos and online gambling are global pastimes, and you can find people who love to frequent casinos or play online platforms in all walks of life. It's not just the money, it's the thrill and excitement of the card games or the intensity of poker tournaments that keeps people coming back. Many Hollywood stars are casino enthusiasts and…

Poker ・ 10 July 2023

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The Best Casino Movies: Classics And Modern Films

Casinos have gained popularity over the past few years. Online gambling platforms are experiencing their heyday, which will last for a very long time. But the casino industry itself, as popular as it was, will remain. The first casinos were opened as early as the 17th century in Europe, and since then the interest of the audience, the passion to…

Movies ・ 18 March 2023

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The Most Famous Casino Movies in Cinema History

Casino gambling is an intriguing cultural phenomenon regularly the subject of interest from filmmakers. Many films on this topic have become world box office leaders and gained cult status. In this article, we will look at some of the most famous films in which the casino plays a significant role. TOP 5 The Most Famous Casino Movies We present to…

Movies ・ 09 March 2023

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COMPASS DATACENTERS ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH LUMINOSITY GAMING

Partnership Puts Spotlight on Critical Role that Data Centers Play in Powering Online Gaming -Compass Datacenters has announced a unique partnership with Luminosity Gaming. The partnership is the first of its kind between the data center and online gaming industries. Luminosity is one of the premier gaming and entertainment brands in the world,…

Industry ・ 01 March 2023

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The greatest casino movies of all time

The tension of waiting to see if a number comes up or if a player has the best card hand switches perfectly onto the silver screen. Gambling movies have undoubtedly played a major role in popularising the industry, helping sites such as Cafe Casino attract a massive audience in recent years. With that in mind, read on as we look at what we believe…

Movies ・ 10 February 2023

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Top Classic Gambling Movies to Revisit and Enjoy

Gambling has been popular since time immemorial, with evidence of dice games in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and China. The concept of betting on the outcome of games dates back to early civilizations, and the growth of organized gambling can be traced back to ancient Rome where ludi (public games) were held for entertainment and…

Movies ・ 02 February 2023

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The Best Movies That Take Place In Las Vegas

The beautiful Las Vegas is maybe a city with the most pop culture anthems. The King maybe gave it the most memorable one, but there were many others. What does it say when a city has so many anthems? Well, it says that it is a special city, indeed. Sure, most people know Las Vegas because of gambling. Casinos are essential in that town. But, there…

Games ・ 12 January 2023

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Mohegan generates $413 million in revenue in Q4 2022

Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter reached $99.8 million, meaning its total adjusted EBITDA for 2022 reached $403.9 million, the highest in its 26-year history, according to the company. Mohegan CEO Raymond Pineault commented, "Our fiscal 2022 adjusted EBITDA of $403.9 million was the highest in our 26-year history." "The first full fiscal year…

Finance ・ 09 January 2023

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Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) Short Interest Update

Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS - Get Rating) was the recipient of a significant increase in short interest during the month of December. As of December 15th, there was short interest totalling 18270000 shares, an increase of 7.5% from the November 30th total of 17000000 shares. Approximately 5.6% of the company's stock are sold short. Based on an…

Finance ・ 04 January 2023

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Chicago Officials Give Final Approval to Bally’s Casino Complex in River West

The Chicago City Council voted 39-5 to approve plans to transform the home of the Chicago Tribune's printing plant and newsroom into a $1.74 billion Bally's casino and resort on 30 acres in River West. The proposal still needs the support of the Illinois Gaming Board, which must license Bally's to operate the casino before work can begin along the…

Travel ・ 15 December 2022

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Final Details In Chicago Casino Plan Approved By Council

RIVER WEST - Alderpeople gave final zoning approval to the proposed Chicago casino district Wednesday, the latest step in the development's path forward as it seeks a gambling license from the state of Illinois. The planned casino is set to be built on the Tribune Publishing site along the Chicago River between Grand and Chicago avenues. The first…

Law ・ 14 December 2022

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Chicago City Council Approves Bally's $1.7 Billion Casino Plan

Bally's took another crucial step forward in its efforts to build a $1.7 billion casino in downtown Chicago on Wednesday when the full city council approved its proposal for the River West neighborhood. The 39-5 vote, with five absent and one recusal, came after the city's plan commission and zoning committee each approved the amended proposal on…

Finance ・ 14 December 2022

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Bally’s Casino Complex Proposal Set for Final Vote by Chicago City Council

Joining "Chicago Tonight" to discuss upcoming City Council votes are Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward), Ald. Pat Dowell (3rd Ward) and Ald. Walter Burnett Jr. (27th Ward). (Produced by Alexandra Silets) Efforts to transform the home of the Chicago Tribune's printing plant and newsroom into a $1.74 billion Bally's casino and resort is one step…

Travel ・ 14 December 2022

Chicago Tribune

Chicago casino set for final city OK following zoning vote

A first-ever casino in Chicago stands on the brink of city approval Wednesday as council members backed zoning for the project after the alderman of the ward where it would be built toned down his reservations over whether the project would result in enough jobs for minorities and nearby residents. Approval of the $1.74 billion Bally's casino…

Travel ・ 14 December 2022

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West Virginia man wins nearly $500,000 at Rivers Casino when four aces are beat by royal flush, triggering the 'Bad Beat Jackpot'

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) --A West Virginia man playing Texas hold'em suffered one of the worst bad beats you can imagine -- and came away as a big winner as a result. On Thursday afternoon at the Rivers Casino on Pittsburgh's North Shore, Benjamin Flanagan, of West Virginia took home nearly $500000 when his four aces were beaten by a royal flush in a game…

Winnings ・ 07 December 2022

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What Movies Have Taught Us About Playing Blackjack

Everyone loves a good game of blackjack, and its long-lasting popularity can confirm that! Casinos provide the ideal setting for fast-paced action scenes with various characters to bring the audience to the edge of their seats in a game which has rules that are the same throughout the world, which is why blackjack has made its way into the movie…

Blackjack ・ 30 November 2022

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Challenger Denzel Bentley hopes to overturn the applecart by defeating the favorite WBO middleweight champion Janibek Alimkhanuly tonight in their main event on Top Rank Boxing on ESPN+. Bentley (17-1-1, 14 KOs) will get his chance tonight against the unbeaten Janibek (12-0, 8 KOs) in their event at 11:00 p.m. ET/8:00 p.m. PT at the Pearl Concert…

Travel ・ 12 November 2022

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Lucas Raymond heats up as Red Wings edge Wild

DETROIT - The Detroit Red Wings, with a depleted lineup, desperately needed someone to raise their game to a higher level. Lucas Raymond did just that, scoring his first two goals of the season Saturday in a 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild at Little Caesars Arena. The Red Wings (4-2-1) tightened up defensively and stopped a two-game slide…

Incidents ・ 30 October 2022

CalMatters

Online gambling measure would hurt Indian tribes

A broad coalition of Indian tribes is unified in opposition to the online gambling measure and in support of in-person sports wagering. Raymond Welch is chairman of the Barona Band of Mission Indians in San Diego County. Greg Sarris is tribal chairman of the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria in Sonoma County. For the past 20 years, California…

Sports ・ 21 October 2022

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Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: PG&E, Lyft, Las Vegas Sands, more

Planet Fitness - Shares of the gym franchise jumped nearly 3% in premarket trading after Raymond James upgraded the stock to strong buy from market perform. The Wall Street firm said the company has a resilient and recession-resistant business with no interest rate risk and very little near-term debt maturities. Meanwhile, its current valuation is…

Travel ・ 26 September 2022

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Best Blackjack Movies in History

Casino movies regularly find a spot on "best of" lists because gambling is a great metaphor for life, so you'd think there'd be plenty of movies about blackjack. You'd be wrong. Sure, blackjack is featured in movies from Hangover to Swingers, but neither of those films hinges on the game-and that's the case with most movies purportedly "about"…

Movies ・ 19 September 2022

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Gervonta Davis Net Worth: Can This Money Buy a Casino?

Gambling is an integral part of American and Canadian culture; almost all American and Canadian towns and cities have at least one casino. Casinos offer various games like slots, table games, and keno. Everything about a casino appeals to people. A gambling trip can be thrilling or even life-changing for some people. However, most people don't…

NFL ・ 13 September 2022

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Rivers Poker Room's Record-Setting $1.2M Bad Beat Jackpot Triggered

Benjamin Flanagan of West Virginia lost a hand with quad aces to a royal flush in a $1/$3 no-limit hold'em game at Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh, but walked away a six-figure winner thanks to the poker room's $1.2 million bad beat jackpot. Flanagan rivered quad aces on a board of, but ran into the of Raymond Broderson, a local player, for a royal…

Poker ・ 27 August 2022

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Poker Bad Beat Jackpot Worth $1.2 Million Hit In Pittsburgh

Following months and months of growth, a $1226765.80 bad beat jackpot hit around 4:15 P.M. Thursday at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh. The jackpot is the largest ever reported in the U.S., with the previous record occurring at the Motor City Hotel in Detroit, a $1068590 bad beat jackpot in 2018. In the hand of a lifetime, one player had four aces and was…

Poker ・ 27 August 2022

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Understanding the Love of Casino-Themed Movies

Casinos and movies have long been connected. The high stakes and the glamorous settings make casinos a perfect place to film lots of movies. They're simply too good for Hollywood to resist and have led to some memorable moments on the big screen, with tensions being almost unbearable in the build up to a big win or other moment of high drama. Below…

Movies ・ 23 August 2022

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Best Shows in Las Vegas

Who doesn't love a good show, particularly when you're already in the mood for recreation? Sure, a movie's nice, but when you're in an entertainment capital-be it Hollywood, NYC, or Vegas, you set your sights a bit higher than catching up on the Marvel Universe's next mistake or screening the newest Disney animated film to make sure it's safe for…

Tournaments ・ 11 August 2022

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Best Casino Movies of All Time: Full List of Gambling Movies

The history of gambling runs back to early human civilizations. For the longest time, many forms of gambling have existed. The earliest mention of casinos in a movie is seen in the 1910 German drama " Arsène Lupin Contra Sherlock Holmes ", where actors play cards in a casino and win larger amounts of cash. Since then, there have been many gambling…

Movies ・ 04 August 2022

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Blackstone closes in on Crown Resorts as WA government approves takeover of Perth casino

Blackstone has cleared a major final hurdle in its planned $8.9 billion takeover of Crown Resorts, with the WA government announcing it has given regulatory approval to the deal. The government says the acquisition is subject to tough conditions Those conditions will'align' with royal commission recommendations They will include strategies against…

Travel ・ 10 June 2022

Wales Online

Neighbours in small Welsh town scoop thousands of pounds in People's Postcode Lottery win

Hundreds of residents in a small Welsh town have scooped thousands of pounds in a multi-million postcode lottery. 435 residents in Rhymney have each won a share of £3.7 million with People's Postcode Lottery. The lucky winners claimed the jackpot after their postcode, NP22 5, was revealed as the winning postcode sector in the lottery's Postcode…

Lottery ・ 28 May 2022

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Chicago City Council Votes 41-7 to Approve Bally’s River West Casino

The Chicago City Council voted 41-7 on Wednesday to go all in on a plan from Bally's to build a casino in River West, capping a 30-year odyssey and handing Mayor Lori Lightfoot a significant victory as she prepares to run for a second term as Chicago mayor. The $1.73 billion proposal now heads to the Illinois Gaming Board, which must license…

Covid ・ 26 May 2022

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Mohegan Sun Las Vegas and MGE Digital boost 28% growth for the parent company's revenues

Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment (MGE), on Thursday posted overall net revenues of $358.5 million in its second fiscal quarter ended March 31, a year-over-year increase of 28.7% , and adjusted EBITDA of $86.7 million, an increase of 7.4%. These improvements were due to "strong performance" at the company's owned properties and the addition of Mohegan…

Finance ・ 13 May 2022

The Post and Courier

Toyota posts record fiscal year profit despite industry challenges; US casinos raked in the cash in March

TOKYO - Toyota's profit declined 31 percent to $4.1 billion in the January-March quarter from the year before, but the Japanese automaker still wrapped up a year of record earnings. Quarterly sales rose nearly 6 percent $62 billion. Like other automakers, Toyota has struggled to keep up with demand because of parts shortages caused by the pandemic.…

Industry ・ 12 May 2022

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Top 10 Celebrities Who Love Gambling

If you are looking for some inspiration to play online casino games, from the excitement of Las Vegas blackjack to the live roulette New Zealand, here is a list of celebrity gamblers. Many of them are fans of poker, while others are experts in live roulette or other casino games. From widely popular shows like Two and a Half Men to hit films like…

Top and Best ・ 09 May 2022

Online Poker Report

Ontario's Online Gambling Marketplace Is Huge

Ontario is five approved online gambling operators away from catching up to New Jersey. That's significant because the Garden State is renowned for having the most operators of any state in America. So at 34 sites, Canada's most populous province has more approved operators than most US online casino states. New Jersey, though, houses 39 "internet…

Industry ・ 04 May 2022

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Hamden Resident Wins Massive Lottery Prize

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Winnings ・ 03 May 2022

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Aria, Park MGM get top rating in Las Vegas Strip casinos indoor air quality survey

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A company that sells air purification products says there's a major hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip where indoor air quality is at least four times worse than any of the other 27 resorts where measurements were taken. Wynd, the company that published the report in late January, doesn't name the property, but says it had air…

Land-based ・ 12 March 2022

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Best Gambling Movies You Need to See at Least Once in Your Life

Want to bet with us which is the best casino movie? Watching a good gambling movie, fantasy or reality, is one of the favorite breaks any self-respecting gambler takes. Las Vegas and Monte Carlo casinos were the best movie material. Bright lights, elegant outfits, beautiful and intriguing women, ambitions, deceit, murder, friendships, joys,…

Movies ・ 23 February 2022

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2022 WSOPC Isle Casino Pompano Park ME Won By Brian Altman

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Tournaments ・ 16 February 2022

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California Voice: Online gambling measure would hurt Indian tribes

For the past 20 years, California voters have repeatedly stood with Indian tribes as we've sought to authorize and uphold gaming on tribal lands. Indian gaming has promoted tribal self-reliance - supporting education, infrastructure, health care, housing and other vital resources for our people. In return, Indian tribes have upheld our commitment…

Sports ・ 12 February 2022

Times of San Diego

California and its Indian Tribes Would Be Losers if Online Gambling Is Permitted

For the past 20 years, California voters have repeatedly stood with Indian tribes as we've sought to authorize and uphold gaming on tribal lands. Indian gaming has promoted tribal self-reliance - supporting education, infrastructure, health care, housing and other vital resources for our people. In return, Indian tribes have upheld our commitment…

Sports ・ 08 February 2022

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Gambling Evidence To Be Allowed In Councilman's Corruption Trial

LOS ANGELES, CA - A federal judge Monday denied a bid by Jose Huizar to suppress evidence that the former Los Angeles city councilman was removed from a Las Vegas casino after refusing to reveal the source of tens of thousands of dollars of gambling money he was using when he was identified as an elected city official. During a lengthy hearing to…

Incidents ・ 01 February 2022

Central Recorder

Casino Games Played By Celebrities

Have you ever wondered what your favorite celebrities do when they aren't on your screen? Well, they aren't very different from people like us when they are off-screen. Some of them love visiting strip clubs, some love to go shopping, and the more daring ones get chips down at the top casinos in Vegas. Celebrities have been attracted to the glitz…

Games ・ 26 January 2022

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The Casino File: A Tic-Tac-Toe-playing chicken? Tropicana Atlantic City celebrates 40 years; Sting tix on sale

Tuesday, Tropicana Atlantic City marks its 40 anniversary. In honor of the occasion, we take a look back at the casino's rather checkered history. In the beginning When it opened on Nov. 23, 1981, the adult playground popularly known as the Trop was the eighth legal gambling den in Atlantic City. Built by the Ramada hotel chain on the site of…

Travel ・ 13 January 2022

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Pai Gow ・ 06 January 2022

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Why Casino Scenes Feature So Much in Movies

Movies and casinos have a relationship that goes back a long way. From Casablanca to the James Bond films, so many iconic movie moments have taken place in these glamorous gaming halls. It is not hard to see why, as casinos represent both the thrill of going up against the odds and the allure of well-dressed sophistication. That latter element is…

Movies ・ 21 December 2021

Los Angeles Daily News

FBI: Huizar refused to ease suspicions of corruption at Las Vegas casino

By FRED SHUSTER, City News Service Jose Huizar was allegedly escorted out of a Las Vegas casino while he was a Los Angeles city councilman after he was identified by employees as an elected official and "politically exposed person" and refused to certify the source of his gambling money, according to documents filed by federal prosecutors on…

Land-based ・ 21 December 2021

World Casino News

Casino proposal rejected by St Tammany Parish voters

In the southern American state of Louisiana and a proposal that would have seen casino operator Peninsula Pacific Entertainment bring a gambling-friendly development to St Tammany Parish has reportedly been soundly defeated. According to a Saturday report from the Louisiana Illuminator, the Los Angeles-headquartered firm had been hoping to be given…

Travel ・ 14 December 2021

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Top 7 Gambling Movies to watch in 2021

The subject of gambling has occupied people for centuries. Fortunately, those who think the risk of gambling is too high, but still crave a variety of table games, uk slots not on gamstop, and clever strategies, can benefit from several movies dedicated to this topic. Find out which blockbusters made the top 7 best gambling movies of all time in…

Movies ・ 08 December 2021

Fontana Herald News

Fontana boxer stays undefeated with impressive victory in Las Vegas

Raymond Muratalla, an undefeated boxer from Fontana, showed the world his power with an impressive victory in front of a large pay-per-view audience on Nov. 20. Muratalla, a 24-year-old lightweight, scored a fifth-round TKO of Elias Araujo during one of the undercard fights in the Terence Crawford-Shawn Porter showdown at Mandalay Bay Resort and…

Games ・ 24 November 2021

Casino Reports

Loto-Québec Cannot Tackle Illegal Online Gambling on Its Own

Loto-Québec has requested help from the police department and federal lawmakers in its fight against illegal online gambling sites. On Wednesday, the Crown corporation's new President and CEO Jean-François Bergeron, who spoke before an audience at the Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal, explained that the company is having trouble in…

Law ・ 12 November 2021

Urban Matter

5 Best Casino and Blackjack Movies You Must Watch

Blackjack and other casino games have inspired many movies, as they provide a combination of tension and strategy that is ideal for the big screen. Some big movies have been based on the game, while others have introduced a trip to the casino as a way of cranking up the action and raising the stakes. What are some of the best films that have used…

Movies ・ 09 November 2021

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Recap: Red Wings clip Vegas Golden Knights, 5-2

DETROIT -- The Detroit Red Wings set the tone on the power play, then took advantage of some opportunistic chances, leading to a workmanlike 5-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday evening. Detroit improved to 6-5-2 and won its second straight game, while Vegas moved to 6-6-0 on the season. The Golden Knights…

Hockey ・ 08 November 2021

Curacao Chronicle

The Netherlands will "make life miserable" for Curaçao gambling mafia

THE HAGUE - The Netherlands will "make life miserable" for the gambling mafia on Curaçao. This was announced by chairman René Jansen of the Board of Directors of the Netherlands Gaming Authority (Ksa) on Monday evening in the broadcast of Nieuwsuur. On Friday, a new gambling law will be introduced in the Netherlands that will end the total ban on…

Gaming Authorities ・ 28 October 2021

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Business Spotlight: Casino’s Wild Inc.

Casino's Wild Inc. is located in Dearborn. It is located at 2020 North Telegraph Road. The opened in February of 1997. Casinos Wild Inc. was founded in 1997 when it saw a need for professional dealer training in the State of Michigan. Casinos Wild prides itself on providing Las Vegas-style entertainment for charitable fundraisers, corporate parties…

Craps ・ 18 October 2021

Times Of Casino

It’s Electric: Slots Plug In and The Casino Powers Up

It's 1963. In this year, Beatlemania will rock into life, Martin Luther King will be arrested fighting for civil rights, the Vietnam war will grind to gridlock, and a president will be assassinated. These are modern times. The world is growing up. In Las Vegas, the casino business is booming and the city is busy earning its crown as…

Trust and Safety ・ 18 October 2021

Urban Matter

Is Gambling Accurately Depicted In Hollywood Movies?

Since the 1970s and the release of the movie The Sting, Illinois has cemented itself in the film industry as a top location for screenwriters who want to tell gambling stories. Successors of The Sting, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1974, include The Color of Money and Hard Ball, a 2001 drama set in the Near-West side of…

Movies ・ 22 September 2021

Programming Insider

5 Realistic Casino Scenes in Movies

Movies are an irreplaceable part of modern entertainment culture. The same applies to gambling and casinos to some extent. That said, for many people, there is nothing more exciting than when these two come together. Films or movies that depict casinos have always been fascinating to watch. This is especially true for those that do a great job at…

Movies ・ 08 September 2021

Tech Gaming Report

A review of Scientific Games

Scientific Games is one of the most innovative technology providers in the land-based and online casino gaming world. Headquartered in the traditional gaming capital of Las Vegas, Nevada, it's somewhat apt that Scientific Games should go on to drive the standards for land-based and online slot technology and many other types of premium gaming…

Bingo ・ 26 August 2021

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7 Best Movie Casino Scenes of All Time

Casinos are full of action, excitement, and intrigue. They give action directors a chance to put viewers on the edge of their seats, culminating in everything from big wins to cons and complete emotional breakdowns. Some of the best scenes in cinematic history have taken place in casinos, and in this list, we'll look at several of them. The Casino…

Movies ・ 24 August 2021

The Virgin Islands Daily News

V.I. Lottery developing online ticket sales

The V.I. Lottery has modernized in recent years, but enforcement has been virtually nonexistent, according to testimony during a Senate Finance Committee hearing Friday. Executive Director Raymond Williams said with the help of staff, "we have gone from an antiquated and outdated manual draw process to... the industry standard'Random Number…

Lottery ・ 23 August 2021

Ottawa News

Rideau Carleton Casino reopens today

OTTAWA -- The Rideau Carleton Casino opens its doors this evening, one month after Ottawa and Ontario entered Step 3 of the Roadmap to Reopen plan. Under a phased approach to reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic at Rideau Carleton Casino, the future home of Hard Rock Ottawa, the first phase will see slots and electronic table games open for…

Covid ・ 16 August 2021

Film Threat

The Most Famous and Best Poker and Casino Movies

Casinos are always an exciting topic to explore in movies. From secret agents to daring heists, a prestigious casino always provides a thrilling story. It's a creative way to turn an ordinary situation into a high-stakes one. Read on to discover the best poker casino movies. While physical casinos have already cemented their status in mainstream…

Movies ・ 09 August 2021

Gambling News

Voters to Decide on $325m Casino in Slidell Area

On November 13, voters in St. Tammany Parish, South Louisiana, will have to decide if they want a casino development worth $335 million to be built in the Slidell area. After a long public debate last Wednesday, the St. Tammany Parish Council in Louisiana voted 8-6 to put a referendum on the ballot this November 13 and ask voters if they want a…

Law ・ 05 August 2021

Casino News Daily

New Lawsuit Seeks to Block Slidell Casino Vote

Opponents of a proposed $325 million casino just outside the Louisiana City of Slidell have renewed their legal effort to block a St. Tammany Parish referendum on whether the parish should host the gambling venue. In June, Covington-based lawyer Charles Branton and Slidell pastor John Raymond filed a pair of lawsuits seeking to prevent the November…

Law ・ 04 August 2021

Film Threat

Top Gambling Movies on Netflix Worth Watching

Who doesn't love movies and casino movies are always classic and mood settlers. It gets even better when you play casino games on Joker Thailand. Inside or outside the casino, there's nothing best to get a story going than a bet where the money is on the line tensions can get high.

Movies ・ 31 July 2021

Shared

The world of celebrities who enjoy gambling

Poker, bingo, slots and other gambling games have risen to incredible popularity in recent years. With the continual improvement of mobile apps and mobile internet - anywhere you go, your games can go too! It's not uncommon for people to unwind after a long day by playing on their PC, either. Amongst the most popular games are blackjack,…

Poker ・ 23 July 2021

Nola

Battle lines are drawn over proposed Slidell area casino as sides ready for Nov. 13 public vote

A proposed Slidell area casino will go before St. Tammany Parish voters Nov. 13, and the prospect of an east St. Tammany/west St. Tammany divide has emerged as a key issue in what is sure to be an intense, months-long campaign. That's how battle lines were shaping up this week, after a sharply divided St. Tammany Parish Council voted 8-6, mostly…

Religion ・ 02 July 2021

Film Threat

5 Gambling Related TV Shows You Need To Watch in 2021

In a nutshell, gambling can be very mesmerizing to watch. Not only is there the thrill of the moment; the roll of a dice, the spin of a roulette wheel, but there's also the pageantry of lights and sounds. Put it all together and you get an experience that is a huge joy to watch. Of course, the truth is that there aren't that pieces of gambling…

Movies ・ 25 June 2021

Film Threat

Top 5 Casino Movies on Streaming Platforms

Movies are an important part of everyday life. Films often influence public opinion and shape the way we view life. Since the beginning of film, movies centered around casinos and the lifestyle of gamblers have featured heavily in Hollywood. Many films related to casinos and gambling are accurate representation of the thrill, excitement and…

Movies ・ 09 June 2021

Casino Reports

CA$23-Million Lotto 6/49 Main Prize Still Unclaimed

The big Lotto 6/49 jackpot continues to pile up this week, as the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has announced that the jackpot is still not won. Currently, the jackpot is approximately CA$23000000 and it will be even bigger come the next draw of the game. The search for the next Canadian lotto multi-millionaire will resume this week. The…

Lottery ・ 10 May 2021

Fox 5 Vegas

Las Vegas local hits $238K slot jackpot at off-Strip casino

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -- One Las Vegas local ended her week with some extra money in her pocket after hitting a massive jackpot at an off-Strip casino. According to a news release, the lucky winner, identified as Delores Raymond, hit a $238559 progressive jackpot at Palace Station on Thursday. The big win was off a $1.25 bet on IGT's Wheel of Fortune…

Winnings ・ 07 May 2021

Programming Insider

3 Top TV Shows and Movies Shot in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is renowned for its huge casino-hotels and tourist activities. From the Fountains of the Bellagio to the Eiffel Tower restaurant, the bright lights and famous sites attract visitors worldwide to the location. As such, it is perhaps no surprise that the city has been the main location for numerous movies and TV shows in recent years. Here,…

Movies ・ 02 February 2021

Patch

No Jackpot For Lottery Ticket Thieves: Police

SKOKIE, IL - Police said two Chicago men were responsible for a pair of commercial burglaries at Skokie businesses. In each case, someone smashed the front glass door to a downtown store and made off with a "considerable amount of lottery tickets" before officers arrived, according to a statement from Skokie police. The first burglary took place…

Winnings ・ 19 January 2021