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Gaming News Archives - Page 4895Mega Millions Jackpot Increases to $15 Million27 November 2002
News Brief: The jackpot in the multi-state Mega Millions lottery drawing has increased to $15 million.
Lottery Hotspots Bet on Friendly Service27 November 2002
The 10 top-selling lottery locations in New Jersey seem to be sprinkled at random across the Garden State. The lottery leaders are quirky stores in aging strip malls on two-lane roads where the regular lottery players aren’t playing to win, they’re playing to play.
Banker Steals Millions from Bank for Gambling27 November 2002
International News Brief: An Australian banker used a loophole in the bank’s auditing system to steal millions of dollars over 5½ years. Most of the money went to gambling at casinos and buy shares in racehorses.
Bank Scam Charges Increase27 November 2002
News Brief: Federal prosecutors said Tuesday a small-town bank executive embezzled more money than they originally thought, and at least some of the money was funneled into Little River-based Stardancer Casino Cruises.
Virginia Couple Hit Lottery Twice27 November 2002
News Brief: Clyde and Edith Shinault won a $9.7 million Virginia Lotto jackpot 11 years ago. Now they’ve won $1,000 a week for life.
Aussie Gambling Code Aimed at Curbing 'excessive' Gambling27 November 2002
International News Brief: Gambling facilities will be required to install clocks and skylights under a new mandatory code of practice which comes into force in the ACT next month.
Salvation Army Attacks Gambling27 November 2002
International News Brief: One of Australia's biggest charities has called on the NSW Government to take a more pro-active role in tackling gambling across the state.
Malaysia's Casino King Lim Hands Power to Son27 November 2002
International News Brief: Malaysian rags-to-riches casino king Lim Goh Tong announced on Wednesday, at the age of 85, he would leave the running of the Genting Bhd gaming group to his son.
Illinois Casino Reports First Decline27 November 2002
News Brief: Elgin, Illinois’ Grand Victoria Casino has reported that gross income fell almost 7 percent in October compared with its take from a year ago.
iGames Entertainment Announces South Africa Deal27 November 2002
iGames Entertainment Inc. has signed an exclusive distribution agreement for installation of the PROTECTOR Slot Security Device throughout casinos located within the Southern African territories.
Archon Corporation Removes Director27 November 2002
Archon Corporation reports that Thomas K. Land has been removed from his position as a member of its Board of Directors, effective today.
CryptoLogic Responds to US Regulation of Internet Gaming27 November 2002
CryptoLogic, Inc. welcomed the first US federal legislation that shares the company's position in favour of the regulation of online gaming.
Poker.com Inc. Temporary Appoints New President27 November 2002
Poker.com Inc. reports that Christa Taylor has resigned as President and CFO of Poker.com Inc.
Scientific Games Commences Tender Offer for MDI Entertainment27 November 2002
Scientific Games has commenced the tender offer for the shares of MDI Entertainment, not already owned by Scientific Games or MDI's founder and CEO Steve Saferin, for $1.60 per share.
Arizona Tracks' Injunction Bid Denied27 November 2002
News Brief: The Arizona Supreme Court denied an injunction request Tuesday by dog and horse racetrack owners, opening the way for Gov. Jane Hull to immediately sign casino agreements with American Indian tribes.
Discrimination Lawsuit Filed Against Mississippi Casino27 November 2002
News Brief: A multimillion-dollar lawsuit has been filed against Grand Casino, claiming the gaming house discriminated against four female workers and one former female employee.
Harrah's Sues to Stop Yahoo! Subscriber27 November 2002
Harrah's Entertainment Inc. of Las Vegas sued to stop a Yahoo! subscriber from making defamatory statements about the casino giant, allegedly to manipulate its stock price.
Canadian Province Ignoring Problem Gambling says NDP27 November 2002
News Brief: New Brunswick NDP Leader Elizabeth Weir accused the province of downplaying the seriousness of problem gambling. Statistics have revealed that gambling was a factor in the suicides of at least 18 New Brunswickers since 1995.
Manitoba Tribal Leaders, Government Discuss Casino Control27 November 2002
News Brief: Manitoba’s Gaming Minister and more than 15 aboriginal leaders have met to discuss a variety of issues including increased government control of on-reserve gambling.
Wynn Makes Pitch for Maryland Casino27 November 2002
News Brief: Las Vegas casino king Steve Wynn recently journeyed to Annapolis to meet with top legislative leaders and express his interest in expanding his gambling empire to Maryland.
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