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LONDON POKER FESTIVAL TO CONTINUE THE SPREAD THE IMAGE OF THE CITY

Just days after the conclusion of the London 2012 Olympic Games, which showed off London’s beauty, history and culture beautifully in the two week games; the city is ready to serve up another major event and dazzle us once more – this time...

CHICAGO'S GAMBLING DREAMS COULD BE ACHIEVED SHORTLY

Tourists could soon have a new reason to visit Chicago: a brand new casino with all the glorious gambling options, entertainment venues, and culinary offerings of the Las Vegas Strip. Cash-strapped Illinois is looking for a solution to its $9 billion...

US CASINO PLAYERS - TIPS TO AVOID TROUBLES WITH THE IRS

Most gamblers hope to win money when they visit a casino, but many fail to think about the taxes they would have to pay on their winnings. Meet George and Frank, two American friends who spend a weekend gambling at the Las Vegas Bellagio. George wins...

TOP BOOKIES AGAINST ILLEGAL BETTING AT OLYMPIC GAMES

The Olympic Games are just around the corner at making certain that no unauthorized and illegal gambling occurs during the event is just one of many sizeable challenges the authorities will have to contend with this summer. Luckily for them though, they...

POKER ODDS CALCULATOR

Mathematical probability Poker is a game that many people play. It requires a little luck but skill as well. The luck can be determined by using software that is designed to function as a poker odds calculator. The software that is built is intended...

PHILIPPINES PUSH FOR YET ANOTHER NEW RESORT TO BOOST GAMBLING

In the Philippines is all set for another casino resort to be opened up in the countries capital of Manila. The recent surge in gambling activity in the country, has sparked rumors that it could soon rival Las Vegas in terms of the sheer number of casinos...

MAQUINITAS BANNED IN FLORIDA - BULLDOZERS CRUSH 48 ILLEGAL MACHINES

November, 01, 2014 - Florida has a new law prohibiting maquinitas, otherwise known as video gambling machines. The new law, signed by Governor Rick Scott on April 10, 2013, prompted Miami mayor Thomas Regalado to order the dramatic crushing of 48 machines...

ZYNGA FIRES YET MORE STAFF AS THEY COLLAPSE FURTHER IN DISARRAY

It seems like mere weeks ago that the social gaming company Zynga was ready to branch out from their Facebook home, and create an all inclusive online poker site for their loyal fans that would involve real money gambling. In what has felt like weeks,...

HOW TO STEM THE COMPULSION TO GAMBLE ONLINE

In May 2013, the American Gaming Association released its annual report on the state of the U.S. casino industry. The report triumphantly announced that almost half of America's casino patrons are between the ages of 21-35, indicating that young adults...

WILLIAM HILL AND GVC HOLDINGS ARE ABOUT TO BUY SPORTING BET

William Hill is believed to have completed a deal with GVC Holdings and SportingBet to take over the latter. Sporting Bet recently released a press statement announcing the news that an agreement had been reached after they had received an improved and increased...

MOBILE GAMING A PROMISING TREND FOR BIG BUSINESSES

The invention of the smart phone has changed the way people live their lives. Phone conversations can happen at any place and at any time. Bills can be paid, products ordered, and instant messages sent simply by reaching into a pocket or purse and pulling...

BORGATA BABES LOSE LAWSUIT OVER CASINO BODY WEIGHT STANDARD

Twenty-two female plaintiffs lost a lawsuit last month against their former employer, the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa in Atlantic City. The women, former cocktail waitresses for the facility, disapproved of the Borgata's body weight policy and were...

COMMUNIST VIETNAM MAY OPEN UP GAMBLING TO CITIZENS

Under the rule of the Communist party, Vietnamese citizens are not allowed to gamble in their homeland's casinos. Although the country actually houses several casinos, these facilities are designated for foreign tourists alone; it is against the law for natives...

THERE IS A FUTURE FOR ONLINE GAMBLERS IN NEVADA?

When it comes to online gambling, nothing is more paramount than a player’s security and safety in an online casino, poker site, bingo site or online sportsbook. Many of us seldom think of the risks involving at any great length and thanks to the amazing...

DESPITE ALL THE BLOCKS, BELGIAN’S MIGHT SOON BE ABLE TO GAMBLE AGAIN!

The Belgians have been given a tougher ride than most in Europe when it comes to the authorities stamping down hard on illegal online gambling sites. In a country which houses the European Parliament and Commission who created the anti-smoking laws, and yet has many...

THE MODERN DAY GAMBLER

Love it or hate it, the gambling industry in the United States is one of the largest, most economically important industries in our country. Commercial casinos are by far the largest player in the world of gambling in the United States. Even when you consider...

WHERE TO PLAY HAPPILY WHILE CHILDREN ARE ENTERTAINED

A childcare provider in Oklahoma was recently charged with two counts of neglect after leaving her home to visit a casino while two children, ages four and two, were under her care. Toni Webb, age 38, posted her $50,000 bond but was expected back in court...

ONLINE GAMBLING COMPANIES SEE Q1 REVENUES WHILE COSTA RICA LOOKS TO TAX REVENUES

Laura Chinchilla, the first female president of Costa Rica, is looking to try to increase revenue for the country but imposing taxes on the nations online gambling businesses that function. Many businesses for North America who focus on both sports betting...

GERMAN LICENSING SITUATION ESCALATES WITH AN EXTENSION THIS WEEK

Recently the furor between the German state of Schleswig-Holstein hit a new level when they disobeyed the European Commission continuing to handing out German gambling licenses as they saw fit. The European Commission could only do as much but admit temporary...

BEST GAMBLING BOOKS

If gambling books, stories and novels fascinate you and you enjoy reading them in your leisure, here are some good ones to delve in: The Man with the Golden Arm (1955) A film directed by Otto Preminger and brought to the screen by Walter Newman,...

BETWEEN CONTINENTS, NATIONS AND STATES, THE ILLEGAL GAMBLING REMAINS A PLAGUE UNRESOLVED

Online gambling is illegal in numerous countries, yet people across the world consistently find ways to circumvent the law and participate in forbidden activities such as virtual casino gaming, poker, bingo, and sports betting. Those who find themselves...

ILLINOIS - ABOUT 5000 SHOPS USE VIDEO GAMBLING TERMINALS

In 2009, the Video Gaming Act of Illinois authorized the operation of video gambling terminals, or VGTs, in any licensed Illinois business. The types of businesses that were permitted to obtains VGTs were primarily bars, truck stops, and restaurants....

NEW CASINO COULD BE OPENED IN THE CITY OF LANSING

For several years, interest groups in the city of Lansing, Michigan have been arguing over whether a new tribal casino should be allowed to set up shop in the town. At the end of May, a Supreme Court ruling opened doors for those who hope to see Lansing...

CASINO CLOSURES IN THE U.S.

In what appears to be an growing trend in today's gambling industry, another American casino has permanently closed its doors. The lights at Harrah's in Tunica, Mississippi went out just a few minutes after midnight on June 1, signifying the end of employment...

SUMMER CONCERTS SIZZLE IN LAS VEGAS

In June, July, and August, the temperature in Las Vegas typically climbs toward the 110 degree mark. Inside of Sin City's many casinos, summer musical entertainment also sizzles. Here's a look at just a few of the fabulous musical acts slated...

SHELDON ADELSON SUPPORTS THE DRUG FREE FLORIDA COMMITTEE

Business tycoon and casino mogul Sheldon Adelson is at it again. The billionaire has chosen yet another political cause and is backing it wholeheartedly with his money. This time, it's the Drug Free Florida committee he's supporting. Critics believe...