Japan’s Opposition Has Casinos in Cross Hairs With Bill to Repeal IR Act
Japan’s opposition parties have said they will introduce a bill that seeks to repeal the Integrated Resorts Promotion Act (IRPA), the law passed in 2016 that paved the way for…
Connecticut Judge Says East Windsor Abused Discretion in Casino Permit
A Connecticut judge has ruled the East Windsor Planning and Zoning Commission “abused its discretion” in signing off on a liquor permit for the casino site. Gambling and booze go…
Online Casino Scam in China Used Wynn Macau Brand to Lure Investors
The Wynn Macau brand, the Wynn Resorts operating arm in the Chinese Special Administrative Region for three integrated casino resorts, has allegedly been used to lure people into investing in…
Crown Resorts Billionaire James Packer ‘Doing Better’
Billionaire James Packer was in Sydney this week to inspect the construction progress at Crown Resorts’ AUD$2.4 billion ($1.65 billion) integrated casino resort, and took time to briefly update reporters…
South Dakota Is Going to Give Sports Betting Legislation Another Try
In an effort to keep up with some neighboring states, South Dakota lawmakers will again consider sports betting legislation this year after a similar effort was defeated in 2019. South…
Bellagio Secures New Trial in $500,000 Employee Fat Shaming Case
A former Bellagio employee who won a $500,000 judgment against the Las Vegas Strip casino last year over a sign that labelled him “Fat Andy” faked evidence in the trial,…
Joe Biden Increasing 2020 Democratic Lead, Bettors Backing Former VP
Joe Biden, the former vice president of the United States, has extended his lead in the race to secure the Democratic Party’s nomination for the 2020 presidential election. All the…
Bet365 FA Cup Soccer Broadcasting Rights Deal Under Fire
The UK’s Secretary of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Nicky Morgan, has asked English soccer’s governing body, the FA, to review its broadcasting deal with Bet365 and others. Reiss Nelson scores…
Meadowlands, Wagering Initative Help Boost Harness Racing Handle in ’19
Harness racing saw its handle and purses in the United States increase last year despite a slight decline in the number of racing days. A $6 million state subsidy helped…
Justin Thomas Dominating PGA Tour, Enters Sony Open as Favorite
Justin Thomas is seeking his third victory in as many months on the PGA Tour this week in Hawaii at the Sony Open at Waialae Country Club. Justin Thomas is…