Japan Extends Emergency Declaration Through May, IR Timeline Stable
Japan’s Prime Minister has extended his nationwide state of emergency through the end of the month, as the country continues to see a rise in COVID-19 cases. Japan PM Abe…
British Horse Racing Chasing May 15 Restart as UK Plots Lockdown Exit
UK horse racing could make its comeback on May 15 after the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) reported “positive” discussions with government officials last week. Back in the saddle: UK horse…
Billy Walters ‘Extremely Grateful’ to be Home After Feds Amend Sentence
In his first public statement since being moved to home confinement late last week, Billy Walters said on Tuesday he wanted to thank those who offered their support after he…
MGM Resorts Extends Health Benefits, Gives No Guarantee All Will Return
MGM Resorts International’s acting chief executive officer sent a letter to the company’s workforce on Tuesday letting them know that health insurance coverage for furloughed employees would be extended through…
Nevada Coronavirus Task Force Focused on Testing Capabilities
Nevada’s coronavirus task force led by former MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren is pivoting its focus from obtaining personal protective equipment (PPE) to testing capabilities and developing business reopening plans….
Orleans Casino Will Serve as Virus Testing Site for Two Days
In partnership with University Medical Center (UMC), the Clark County Commission is offering drive-thru coronavirus testing at the Orleans Casino on Tuesday, May 5 and Wednesday, May 6. Boyd Gaming’s…
Churchill Downs Meet to Start on May 16, $300M Hotel Project on Hold
Churchill Downs will begin racing on May 16, just five days after the Louisville track opens for trainers and their thoroughbreds. The races will be held without fans, per state…
Shalom McKenzie Joins DraftKings Board, Holds 34.6 Million Shares
SBTech founder and majority shareholder Shalom McKenzie is flexing some muscle as the largest holder of newly public DraftKings (NASDAQ:DKNG) common equity, taking a board seat at the daily fantasy…
Atlantic City Might Never Recover From Coronavirus Destruction
“The house always wins” might not ring true for Atlantic City casinos. Atlantic City is facing much uncertainty in the months and years ahead. (Image: City of Atlantic City) After…
Melco Resorts Cyprus Casinos Remain Closed Through Mid-July
Melco Resorts will not be permitted to reopen its five casinos in Cyprus until at least mid-July, as the Mediterranean island country continues aggressive measures to combat COVID-19. Casinos in…