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Gaming News Archives - Page 5406World Gaming Launches Its First Portuguese-Language Site16 October 2001
Internet Empire Entertainment, a licensee of World Gaming, will open its Brazilian site -- www.querapostar.com -- today.
Pinnacle Lands Louisiana's 15th and Final Gaming License16 October 2001
The state’s final riverboat gaming license was awarded to Pinnacle Entertainment, which plans to lure gamblers from Texas with a massive $220 million casino resort in Lake Charles, near the Texas/Louisiana border.
U.S. House Anti-Terrorism Bill No Longer Targets Online Gambling16 October 2001
Rep. Leach’s effort to piggyback his bill to ban the use of credit cards for “unlawful Internet gambling” onto terrorism-related money-laundering legislation falls short. Two Congressmen speak up against ban on online gambling.
Magician Predicts German Lottery Numbers16 October 2001
News Brief: Magician David Copperfield pulled off a stunt that had some wondering if he really has psychic powers. His prediction of Germany’s lottery draw was pulled from a box - and all six numbers were right.
Australian Study: Quarter of Chronic Gamblers Under 3016 October 2001
News Brief: Almost a quarter of Victoria's problem or at-risk gamblers are aged between 18 and 29, and most are lured into the gaming trap through turf betting, research released by the State Government.
Counselors to Study Gambling Addiction16 October 2001
News Brief: According to the California Council on Problem Gambling, counselors accustomed to treating alcohol and drug addictions don’t know enough about compulsive gambling.
Iowa Casino Boats Under Review on Sea Benefits16 October 2001
News Brief: Courts are debating whether Iowa’s riverboat casino employees ought to be covered under an obscure maritime law when they’ve injured on the job.
Alliance Gaming, Playboy Sign Licensing Agreement for Slot Series16 October 2001
Alliance Gaming’s Bally Gaming and Systems business unit has signed a licensing agreement with Playboy Enterprises for a series of interactive casino gaming devices featuring the trademarks, art and images of the Playboy brand.
Detroit Casinos Hit September Jackpot16 October 2001
News Brief: Despite the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, September revenues at Detroit casinos were up 36 percent compared with the same period last year.
Taiwan's Offshore Gambling Measures Score Big Among Legislators16 October 2001
News Brief: Legislative committees passed draft regulations yesterday that would allow gambling on Taiwan's offshore islands such as Kinmen and Penghu.
Alleged Gambling Evidence Seized At Illinois Clubs16 October 2001
An investigator with the Illinois Liquor Commission paid a surprise visit to private fraternal clubs in Fairfield and seized evidence related to illegal gambling at three establishments.
Tax Break for Slots Headed for Approval16 October 2001
News Brief: A business tax break sought by casinos and computer companies found its way into an economic stimulus package headed for approval this week in the U.S. House.
Tiguas Tribe Fight Court Decision to Shut Down Casino16 October 2001
News Brief: The leadership of the Tigua tribe has asked a federal judge to reconsider his decision to shut down its Speaking Rock Casino, which takes in about $60 million annually.
Federal Court: Gambling Markers Akin to Checks16 October 2001
News Brief: The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals seemed poised to liken gambling markers to checks. That means gamblers with unpaid markers can be criminally prosecuted for not repaying the casino.
Minnesota Tribe Breaks Ground 0n $21 Million Hotel, Casino16 October 2001
News Brief: The tribe’s elders took center stage Monday as the Upper Sioux Community broke ground on a casino and hotel complex estimated to cost $21 million.
Canada's Windsor Casino Lost Clientele Since Attacks16 October 2001
News Brief: In Windsor, Ontario, and other Canadian towns, fewer meals are being served in restaurants, fewer Cuban cigars are leaving humidors and fewer bets are being lost at gaming tables.
Bentley Communications Plans Online Gaming15 October 2001
Bentley Communications will offer online horse racing and an online csino to consumers who are turning to their home computer and the Internet for entertainment.
Man Wins Million Dollar Internet Jackpot on Birthday15 October 2001
LuckySurf.com, Inc. announced today that it has awarded another $1,000,000 cash prize to David S. of Boise, Idaho.
Aspinalls.com, Greenfield Online Release Report on Online Gaming Habits15 October 2001
The companies say they surveyed 1,000 "experienced Internet users." Nearly two-thirds of them had visited an online gaming site in the last year, and 13 percent had wagered real money.
Boyd Gaming Reports Q3 2001 Results15 October 2001
The Q3 2001 results represent a 29% year-over-year increase in earnings per share achieved despite a slowdown in the Company's operations, principally in Nevada, following the attacks of September 11.
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