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Gaming News Archives - Page 4589D.C. Group Wants Slots25 June 2004
News Brief: A group wants to collect signatures on petitions to put a slots referendum on the D.C. ballot in November.
Caesars Awards Grant to Charity25 June 2004
Caesars Entertainment Inc. reports that the Caesars Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to Opportunity Village, Southern Nevada's leading not-for-profit organization serving people with intellectual disabilities.
Offshore Internet Gambling Expected in Australia24 June 2004
International News Brief: Australia’s gaming giants are expected to lose their fight to prevent offshore internet gambling, with the Howard Government tipped to allow international competitors.
Casino Grande Put on Hold24 June 2004
International News Brief: The licensing of Uganda’s Casino Grande has been put on ice as the finance ministry puts the final touches on a more stringent law governing the operations of casinos, ministry officials have said.
GTECH Rethinks Rhode Island Investment24 June 2004
News Brief: Citing the casino legislation in front of the General Assembly, GTECH Holdings Corp. is reviewing its planned investments in Rhode Island -- including its proposed $88.5-million corporate headquarters in downtown Providence.
Harrah's Amends Revolving-Credit Agreement24 June 2004
Harrah's Entertainment has amended the terms and increased the borrowing capacity of its bank credit facilities from $1.0625 billion and $900 million reducing facility to a $2.5 billion.
Powerball Jackpot Jumps to $67 Million24 June 2004
Since no one correctly matched all six numbers in Wednesday's drawing the jackpot will grow to an estimated $67 million.
Borgata Plans Fireworks24 June 2004
News Brief: Fireworks-lovers will be able to get their fill on July Fourth at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, which announced Wednesday that it would host a ‘world-class fireworks extravaganza’ on Independence Day.
Borgata Exceeds Expectations24 June 2004
News Brief: Borgata, the Las Vegas-style megaresort that was supposed to vault Atlantic City into the major leagues of gambling, as lived up to its hype and dramatically exceeded financial projections in its first year of operation.
Wynn Breaks Ground on Macau Casino24 June 2004
International News Brief: Las Vegas gambling mogul Steve Wynn broke ground today on his first Macau casino, a $705 million megaresort that will bring fresh competition to the enclave's top industry.
Child Bonuses Linked to Rise in Gambling Business24 June 2004
International News Brief: Australia’s welfare groups have called for changes to the way family bonuses are paid following reports of a spike in business at gaming venues since families began receiving the Federal Government's $600 child payment.
Roulette Player Wins Lawsuit24 June 2004
International News Brief: A Spanish judge has ordered a top casino to open its doors to a prolific gambler after it ruled that his successful and sophisticated betting system did not amount to cheating.
Big Money Gambled on Minnesota24 June 2004
News Brief: Groups and companies with a stake in this year's gambling debate in Minnesota combined to spend more than $1 million on lobbying, and Caesars Entertainment Inc. was by far the highest roller.
Comdex Trade Show Leaves Vegas24 June 2004
The producer of Las Vegas' annual Comdex trade show has pulled the plug on this fall's planned technology showcase, deleting an event that only a few years ago was considered the city's most important convention.
MGM Mirage Considering Keeping Circus Circus24 June 2004
MGM Mirage, once its $7.9 billion buyout of Mandalay Resort Group is done, is interested in keeping and maybe redeveloping Circus Circus, MGM Mirage President Jim Murren said.
Las Vegas County Club Counters Wynn's Campaign24 June 2004
The Las Vegas Country Club board launched a counterattack to a hostile takeover
campaign by Las Vegas developer Steve Wynn, club members said Wednesday.
Federal Security Official Touts New Policies24 June 2004
Homeland Security official gave an upbeat presentation Wednesday to a House subcommittee, saying new initiatives will help arrivals clear customs without significant delays.
Burswood Leaves Door Open for Packer24 June 2004
International News Brief: Burswood directors have paved the way for Kerry Packer to take control of the company after yesterday refusing to reject outright Publishing & Broadcasting Ltd's sweetened takeover offer of $1.46 a share.
Connecticut Tribe Gets Casino Offers24 June 2004
News Brief: Eight Connecticut towns and cities have indicated to the Schaghticoke Indians they would be willing to host a tribal casino and resort.
Macau Galaxy Resorts to Open Next Month24 June 2004
International News Brief: Galaxy Resort & Casino says it will open its new Macau casino next month.
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