Article Archives for 2007-07-26

Apple closed on Wednesday at US$137.26, but shot up more than $9 to $147.04 in after-hours trading once the company announced its third quarter earnings. That financial report revealed that the company shipped 270,000 iPhones and brought in over $5.4 billion in revenue

Residue taints Fox River in downtown Aurora

A green-tinged Fox River in downtown Aurora today might have conjured up thoughts of St. Patrick's Day.

Police Bust Poker Scam In Private Room At Borgata

Four men are under arrest in connection with a high-tech poker scheme in their private rooms at the Borgata Casino in Atlantic City.

Cement Stocks Are Best Bet on Southeast Asia's Building Boom

July 26 (Bloomberg) -- Southeast Asian cement stocks are the cheapest bet on the region's first building boom in a decade after trailing property and building shares in the past six months.

Trial in Skyway triple killing underway

A King County jury must decide whether a man who opened fire on a car in July 2006 is guilty of murder, assault and manslaughter -- or whether he was rightfully defending himself.

New Frontier Hotel & Casino Auction Preview

It's your time to own a piece of history from inside the New Frontier Hotel and Casino. Wednesday, the public could walk through the casino and see what will be auctioned off Thursday. Reporter Edward Lawrence will have a preview of what's on sale at 4:30 & 6.

Wednesday July 25, 2007 - 17:37 EST

ATLANTIC CITY AND LAS VEGAS -- As reported by The Guardian: "Commissioner David Stern blamed a 'rogue, isolated criminal' on Tuesday for the betting scandal that has devastated the NBA and threatened the credibility of every referee.

Questions And Answers - Wednesday, 25 July 2007

1. JOHN KEY (Leader of the Opposition) to the Prime Minister: Does she stand by her statement that one of the aims of her Government is “to restore public confidence in the political integrity of Parliament”; if so, does she believe that guarding the political neutrality of the public service is an important part of achieving of that aim?

Apple Q3 Revenue Tops $5.4 Billion, Ships 270K iPhones

Apple revealed its June quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, reporting US$5.41 billion in revenue and $818 million in profit. The Mac and iPod maker also managed to pull off a 36.9 gross margin, up from 30.3 percent for the same quarter last year, and announced that 270,000 iPhones shipped in the first two days the smart phone was available

I-trax to Announce Second Quarter Financial Results on August 8, 2007

I-trax, Inc., a health and productivity management company, announced today that it will release its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2007 after the market closes on Wednesday, August 8, 2007.

Stocks rise in choppy session, oil soars

By Kristina Cooke NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. stocks ended a seesaw session higher on Wednesday, as strong profits from companies such as Boeing Co.

The Wichita Chamber of Commerce is opposing casino gambling in Sedgwick County.

After months of careful study, the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors released today a position to oppose casino gambling in Sedgwick County.

Chamber directors vote to oppose casino gambling

Following a lengthy meeting this afternoon, the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce board of directors voted to oppose casino gambling in Sedgwick County. Chamber officials declined to disclose the vote tally, saying it was not a unanimous decision but that there was a "clear majority." Read more on this story in Thursday's Eagle and at Kansas.com.

Vista Cannibalizing XP, not Mac OS X

Vista is not eating into Mac OS X market share, rather, it's taking market share away from Windows XP. Meanwhile, Apple's market share growth, while not as fast as Vista, remains steady, according to C|Net on Wednesday

Arrests Made In Atlantic City Poker Scheme

State police said four men were arrested, including a Las Vegas gaming consultant, on charges stemming from a high-tech poker scheme in Atlantic City.

Garruto resigns as Caesars Indiana GM

Ed Garruto has resigned as general manager of Caesars Indiana, effective Thursday.

Mercialys 2007 First Half Earnings

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Stern: It was a â€˜rogue refâ€™

NEW YORK (AP) â€” David Stern has seen college basketball and German soccer overcome point-shaving scandals. He never imagined his own league would be thrown into one.

New Residue taints Fox River in downtown Aurora

A green-tinged Fox River in downtown Aurora today might have conjured up thoughts of St. Patrick’s Day. But the mood was far from festive as hazardous materials teams spent four hours cleaning up an oily spill that originated in the Hollywood Casino parking garage.

Rhythm 7/26: Coming Attractions

The coming attractions list is reserved for concerts and events as space allows. Go to www.ticketmaster.comfor ticket information on many shows listed. For Overture Center shows, go to www.overturecenter.com. NEW SHOWS/UPDATES MARK OLSON 8 p.m. Aug. 19, High Noon Saloon, 268-1122. THE DITTY BOPS w/ Ice Cream Truck 7 p.m. Aug. 24, Barrymore Theatre, 241-8633. CLOUD CULT w/ Jeff D. Johnson, 9:30 ...

Point of View

A terrible hand is being dealt Florida's families, and the dealers are dealing from the bottom of the deck. The gambling industry in Florida, emboldened by the departure of Gov. Jeb Bush, has pushed aggressively to expand their enterprise.

Ex-LLV works director still under probe

Former Log Lane Village Public Works Director John Graff remains under investigation. Graff was arrested June 25 on charges of theft from the town.

Luke Winn: A thin line between rules and violations

In the foreward to former UNLV coach Jerry Tarkanian's 2005 memoir, Runnin' Rebel, he wrote, "In major college basketball, nine out of 10 teams break the rules. The other one is in last place."

Owosso boxers prepare for upcoming bouts

They are Owosso's first family of pro boxing.

Monarch Casino Reports Record Breaking Second Quarter Results

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. , owner of the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno, Nevada, today announced the highest net revenue, income from operations, EBITDA and diluted EPS for a second quarter.

Chavit’s son beaten up in Pasig

A son of former Ilocos Sur Gov. Luis “Chavit” Singson was mauled last Tuesday by two men at the height of an argument inside an Internet casino outlet in Pasig City.

Viva Las Vegas, but there's no need to sweat

This isn't staying in Vegas. For California's Pump 'n Run Elite, the desert is a relaxing getaway made for sleeping late, laughing with a colorful entourage and oh yeah, demolishing the Adidas Super 64 competition, Gary Parrish says.

Wednesday July 25, 2007 - 15:52 EST

QUEBEC, Canada -- As reported by the CBC: "Loto-Quebec is temporarily protecting the identities of winners who hit jackpots of $4 million and more after an alleged plot to extort money from a couple who won $27 million was exposed.

David Goldhill Named President and Chief Executive Officer, GSN

GSN announced today the appointment of David Goldhill as President and Chief Executive Officer effective August 1. The cable network, co-owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment and Liberty Media Corporation , is distributed to over 64 million homes.

Witness details bribes to Chicago cop

A master thief and killer for the Outfit testified today that his mob boss gave a top Chicago cop, William Hanhardt, $1,000 to $1,200 a month in bribes and a new car every two years.

Lohan arrested again

Actress Lindsay Lohan was arrested for the second time in a month yesterday, suspected of drunken driving and cocaine possession after a predawn car chase just days after finishing a six-week stint in rehab, police said. The 21-year-old performer, who stars as a stripper abducted by a sadistic killer in her latest film, "I Know Who Killed Me," which opens ...

RISD plans a glittering launch for its museum expansion

A five-story expansion at the Rhode Island School of Design's museum will open in September 2008 with a new exhibit by glass sculptor Dale Chihuly.

WEB EXTRA: Middleboro casino opponents ask state officials to intervene

MIDDLEBORO —Casino opponents are asking state officials to intervene as the town finalizes plans for Saturday's historic vote on a multi-million casino pact.

Galvin wants more details on casino vote

Secretary of State William F. Galvin said yesterday that Middleborough town officials had made a lot of progress in detailing procedures of the Town Meeting planned for Saturday to vote on whether to welcome a casino, but cautioned that more work was needed.

Wednesday July 25, 2007 - 15:37 EST

The flags said it all. The standards for the U.S., England, South Africa, Canada and Denmark were waved proudly in the stands as fans stood in solidarity with their players at the final table of the 2007 World Series of Poker Main Event.

Hi-Tech Poker Scam Busted at N.J. Casino

It was a high-tech variation on one of the oldest tricks in the book, dating back to the Wild West saloon days -- cheating unsuspecting poker players by rigging the game.

Donations sought for new Christmas lights

The Rotary is helping to solicit donations for the traditional pole Christmas decorations, and “new” commercial string lighting for trees around Town Hall. Christmas decorations are old and need replacing, and the “Adopt a Light” Program was developed.

Crowded House returns from the shadows

There's always been a duality in Neil Finn's songs for Crowded House. They have hook-laden, even sprightly, melodies, but the sentiments expressed in the lyrics are often anything but: "There's a hole in the river." "I feel possessed when you come 'round." "You better be home soon."

Video: The Simpsons Movie

We see Homer face an angry mob in a clip from the new film and then we go to Moe's Tavern for an anecdote from Matt Groening, creater of "The Simpsons." 7/25/07

Talkback radio awards finalists named

Talkback radio will take centre stage at the 2007 Australian Commercial Radio Awards in October as the medium celebrates its 40th year.

Rain shuts down I-40 at Needles

NEEDLES — Heavy rains in the Needles area caused the closure of the Interstate 40 at 3:55 p.m. on Wednesday, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Video: Homer Simpson on the Tonight Show

Homer Simpson fills in for Jay Leno on the Tonight Show. 7/25/07

TCU chosen to win title in MWC football

HENDERSON --TCU is the preseason pick to win the Mountain West Conference football title. That's according to a poll of the league media representatives -- who also picked Horned Frog running back Aaron Brown and defensive end Tommy Blake as preseason offensive and defensive players of the year.

NBA referee investigated

NEW YORK -- Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy, who's being investigated by the FBI for betting on games he worked, had law enforcement officials at his Florida home after receiving two threatening phone calls.

Laotian refugee battles to victory in 38th WSOP

LAS VEGAS -- Phil Gordon, one of poker's more esteemed analysts, said it best.

'Aryans' operate on both sides of prison walls

This is the second part of a two-part article involving the racist prison group known as the Aryan Warriors.

Sha Na Na aims for August Nugget show

There are far too many people dying because they lack the knowledge about the dangers of melanoma, an insidious cancer that at some point will affect as many as one in three children in southern Nevada.

Adventures of the wife hunter

Longing for love, Allan sent out a worldwide plea: I want a wife! The response was staggering. So after 53 dates in 13 countries, has he finally found The One?

Other News in Brief: JV Gets Funding for Manhattan Boutique Hotel Development; Colonia Real Estate AG to Implement ...

A joint venture between a local developer-operator and a domestic affiliate of The Menolly Group, an international property development firm based in Dublin, has gotten funding for a boutique hotel in Manhattan.

I-Team: Find Out Where Crimes Are Most Prevalent

In many neighborhoods, crimes occur in clusters. These hot spots can affect anyone, so the I-Team crunched the numbers to find out what parts of the valley have the highest crime rates for burglaries, robberies and auto thefts. Investigative Reporter Adrienne Augustus has the story.

Crews Assess Spill On Fox River

Emergency crews were out on the Fox River Monday morning cleaning up a chemical spill.

Clermont Harbor Zoning Issue Headed To High Court

A controversial zoning issue in Hancock County is about to be heard before the state's highest court. You may recall several Clermont Harbor residents, with the help of the watch dog organization Coastal Community Watch, sued the County Board of Supervisors.

Apple iPod Sales not Affected by iPhone - So Far

In Apple's fiscal third quarter earnings report, it was revealed that Apple had seen no cannibalization of iPod sales due to the iPhone so far. However, the iPhone sales period has been short, and they are watching the situation closely. Apple's long term view of the iPhone strategy was articulated. Finally, absent from the report was information about Apple TV or movie sales

Cintron - Behind the Scenes!

Before his July 14th bout with Walter Matthysse at Boardwalk Hall, Kermit "The Killer" Cintron hadn't fought in Atlantic City since a brutal 6th round knockout over Elio Ortiz at Bally's Casino in May of 2004. A lot has happened to the Puerto Rican slugger since that time.

More slots are on the way

The Sac and Fox casino is expanding, and bringing 125 new jobs to Brown County. 49 News Reporter Gena Terlizzi traveled to the Sac and Fox casino for a first look at the expansion plans. Learn why casino leaders say expanding locally is not enough.

Robredo, Calleri win; Youzhny, Ferrero fall in Kitzbuhel

Top-seeded Spaniard Tommy Robredo and reigning champion Agustin Calleri notched second-round wins, while second- seeded Russian Mikhail Youzhny and third-seeded Spaniard Juan Carlos Ferrero came up losers at $1.085 million Austrian Open.

Apple Reports Record Number of Macs Sold

Apple reported a record number of Macintoshes sold, in its third quarter earnings report, of 1.76 million. Pro market sales received a significant boost. Apple expects to have sold one million iPhones by the end of September

Wichita chamber opposes gambling referendum

The Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce is opposing casino gambling in Sedgwick County.

Biloxi Community Center Renovations Should Be Finished By December

Biloxi has given workers a December deadline to finish renovations on the Biloxi Community Center. And crews say they're working six days a week to get the job finished on time.

Wintersun talent time

FORMER World Champion Steve Glasson must be the favourite for this weekend s glamour Wintersun Singles at the Ballina Bowling Club. That s the prediction of one of the Northern Rivers leading bowlers, John Lang, of Evans Head.

Vandals strike at Casino cemetery

CASINO residents have been urged to close ranks in a bid to stop ongoing vandalism at the historic West Street cemetery.

'Keep tinseltown, give us Asia'

AMERICA may have the glitz and the glamour, Hollywood and its hullabaloo. But it is in Asia that you will find the true football fan. So, let the stars come out to play. Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes, Will Smith...the whole back lot.

Internet Casino Gets Flossed by Paris Hilton - GoldenPalace.com Buys Hilton's Used Dental Floss

A piece of floss once used by Paris Hilton, smudged with pink lipstick and found in the trash outside Paris Hilton's Hollywood home, sold Tuesday for an impressive $1000 US to online Casino, GoldenPalace.com.

David Stern places blame

NEW YORK (AP) - David Stern has seen college basketball and German soccer overcome point-shaving scandals. He never imagined his own league would be thrown into one.

6 p.m.: Slots bring opportunity for minorities, women

In a matter of months, slot machines could begin spitting out coins at Hoosier Park. But for local businesses, the time to act is now.

Trial in Skyway triple killing under way

A King County jury must decide whether a man who opened fire on a car in July 2006 is guilty of murder, assault and manslaughter -- or whether he was rightfully defending himself.

Apple Q3 Revenue Tops $5.4 Billion, Ships 270K iPhones [UPDATED]

OUTLOOK Casino Q2 sales lifted by Exito integration; French trading still mixed

PARIS (Thomson Financial) - Food retailer Casino Guichard-Perrachon will produce solid overall growth when it reports second-quarter sales today, as the integration of Colombian retailer Exito will offset continued weakness at some of Casino's French operations, according to analysts.

Join The Hot Dance Club This Weekend

It’s common knowledge that live music increases tenfold in Chautauqua County as soon as summer hits, but all-ages music venues have just blossomed in the Jamestown area in recent weeks.

(AFX UK Focus) 2007-07-26 04:30 GMT: Macau foreign, local currency govt issuer ratings upgraded to 'Aa3' - Moody's

HONG KONG (XFN-ASIA) - Moody's Investors Service upgraded Macau's foreign- and local-currency government issuer ratings to "Aa3" from "A1", citing its government's solid finances and the Chinese territory's position as a large net creditor externally.

‘Blues Quest’ maker carries on the mission

Mike Sanders doesn’t claim to be an expert on the blues. Yet he has produced 104 revealing radio documentaries on blues artists and placed them in syndication. And he’s eager to make many more.

Gov. Patrick Reviewing Report On Casino Gambling

WBZ has learned Governor Patrick is reviewing a special report on the pros and cons of legalized gambling. It's the first major step that could push the state to roll the dice on casino gambling. More Massachusetts News

Stern blames 'isolated, rogue criminal' for FBI probe

David Stern has seen college basketball and German soccer overcome point-shaving scandals. He never imagined his own league would be thrown into one.

Castillo headlines Isleta!

“I will be a champion again,” are the words of former super flyweight champ Martin “El Gallito” Castillo (31-2, 17 KOs), who headlines the Top Rank-promoted, Telefutura-televised card Friday night from Isleta Casino, south of Albuquerque.

Armistice For Golden Boy And Top Rank

AVILA'S BOXING CHATTER: TSS Explains The Arum/Golden Boy Peace Pact;Plus, Bojado's back!

Humans Beat Computers in Poker ? Barely

Hidden cards and risk-taking behavior like bluffing has made poker a difficult challenge for software designers. But as in chess and checkers, the computers are catching up.

More Women Gambling Away Everything

It's an age-old stereotype that men are drawn in by the chance to make a quick score. Now women are flocking to casinos.

Singapore weekend

Take Friday off and Singapore can be a perfect weekend escape that won't break your pocket. And it seems more so now as the tourism agency there has launched a promotion dubbed 52-Weekend Campaign to attract visitors to the island nation just two hours from Bangkok by air.

Reputed mobster, object of slots inquiry, appears at court

An alleged Scranton-area mobster who has previously drawn the attention of state gaming board investigators appeared Wednesday at a court hearing room where a grand jury was meeting.

Whilte both sides are still trying to win over the hearts and minds of voters, some are already heading to the Sedgwick ...

Election Commissioner Bill Gale said traffic was brisk Wednesday. He says because of the hot button casino issue, this election is generating widespread interest.

Chemical prompts Fox River cleanup

A green-tinged Fox River in downtown Aurora Wednesday might have conjured up thoughts of St. Patrick's Day.

Cement stocks look good for those wanting to bet on Southeast Asia, analysts say

Shares of the three biggest cement makers in Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines are about a third less expensive than those of developers.

NZealand shares close little changed after market shrugs off interest rate hike

WELLINGTON (Thomson Financial) - New Zealand share prices closed little changed Thursday after investors shrugged off the central bank's decision to raise interest rates for the fourth time this year.

Dareo's pizza party

Seeing that dirty aluminum push bar on the front door of Dareo's Pizza Casino almost was a deal breaker, but we went in anyway. It's a different world inside. The restaurant, in a Minnesota Avenue strip mall next to the new Hy-Vee , is a clean flashback to the '50s with black-and-white checkered floor, chrome tables and chairs and old-fashioned booths with red seats. The restaurant, which opened ...

Video: Homeland Security Press Conference

Senate Democrats promote Homeland Security appropriations bill. Runs 5 min. 7/25/07

Allen man charged in King of Hearts casino robbery

RAPID CITY -- An Allen man has been charged with the armed robbery of a Rapid City casino last November.

Rapid City man sentenced for dealing meth

A Rapid City man will spend more than seven years in federal prison for intending to distribute methamphetamine.

Give Plainville same fair deal

Town meeting is the most basic form of democracy and about the fairest way to settle a political question.

Video: Jailed Border Agents Press Conference

Press conference on case involving border agents Compean and Ramos. Runs 3:49 7/25/07

Video: Veteran Affairs Hearing

Veterans with PTSD - House Committee Hearing 7/25/07

Video: Contempt Vote

House panel recommends contempt citations for Bush admin.'s Miers, Bolten. 7/25/07

Video: Softball Teams Exposed to Rabid Kitten

Concerns about rabid kitten at SC softball tournament. 7/25/07

Video: Pibulls Trained to Sniff Bombs

Pitbulls as police dogs in WA. 7/25/07

Detroit landmark hotel gets crowning touches

After 23 years of sitting vacant and nearly 10 months of restoration work, the Westin Book-Cadillac is starting to reclaim its big-city beauty.

2007 North Sea Jazz Cruise Day 8: School Daze With McCoy Tyner, Amateurs And A 'Ship Pianist'

Despite the questions some cruise ship passengers ask (”how high above sea level is this town?”), learning opportunities are prominent for people supposedly on a relaxing vacation.

Buhl Farm Casino up for federal cash

A federal House appropriations bill includes $300,000 for the renovation of Buhl Farm Casino, Hermitage, said U.S. Rep. Phil English, R-3rd District, Erie.

ABC Episode Photos for August!

~JUST UPDATED! All-new episode photos for August, including the gathering of the Buchanan family for Asa's final farewell. Plus, it's Casino Night in Llanview! VIEW NEW PHOTOS Photo: Copyright...

In poker match against a machine, humans are better bluffers

Hidden cards and risk-taking behavior like bluffing have made poker a difficult challenge for software designers. But as with chess and checkers, the computers are catching up.

Chamber board votes to oppose casino issue

The Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce said Wednesday that it will oppose next month's vote on casino gambling in Sedgwick County, despite a survey of its members that showed more support for remaining neutral or supporting the issue. The decision came Wednesday afternoon following a meeting of the chamber's 44-member board of directors. Chamber officials said 60 percent of directors voted for ...

Video: WWII Bombs Found Near School

Two WW2 bombs found near middle school in FL. 7/25/07

Video: Robbery Caught on Tape

Man watches suspect burglarize his home on the internet. 7/25/07

Video: Food Safety Steps

Why the "Made in China" label is a red flag for some. 7/25/07

Video: Gas Explosion Press Conference

Three people hospitalized after gas explosion in Dallas. Runs 5 min. 7/25/07

Video: Al Qaeda Update

Congress outraged that Al Qaeda runs free in Pakistan. 7/25/07

Video: Dangerous Toys from China

Consumer concerns over toys and other products that are made in China. 7/25/07

Video: Gas Explosion

Three injured in explosion at Dallas gas plant. 7/25/07

Video: Brother Fatally Stabs Sister

Police say children witnessed fatal stabbing. 7/25/07

Trout faces biggest challenge to date

ISLETA PUEBLO — Austin Trout has been getting better and better each fight out. He's also been taking on better fighters as he gains more experience in the fight game.

Video: Family Gets Reclaimed Sewage Water

House water lines connected to reclaimed sewage water by mistake. 7/25/07

Suspect in bank holdup surrenders in Arkansas

A California man suspected of robbing a Jackson bank turned himself in to police in Arkansas about 12 hours later.

Chemical spills into Fox River

AURORA – A chemical solvent used to clean a Hollywood Casino parking garage on Galena Boulevard was found Wednesday in the Fox River, prompting cleanup efforts by state and local agencies.

Co-workers take care of business with music

When the Complete Wrecks refer to Terry Andrus as the boss, they are not alluding to any Springsteen-like qualities in the group's guitar player.

Video: Summer Security Alerts

TSA says possible "dry runs" for terror attacks based on recent incidents. 7/25/07

Video: Pastor Killed by Lightning

San Antonio pastor struck by lightning; dies instantly. 7/25/07

Video: Iraqi Refugee Crisis

Jordan holding conference on Iraq refugee crisis. 7/25/07

Stern hopes league overcomes scandal

Commissioner looking to save the game's credibility. NEW YORK - David Stern has seen college basketball and German soccer overcome point-shaving scandals. He never imagined his own league would be thrown into one.

AcroHeliPro and Aviall present Rotor Focus 2007

Richmond, British Columbia – ACROHELIPRO Global Services Inc. & Aviall Canada Ltd. officially announce Rotor Focus 2007, a two-day helicopter maintenance symposium, will be held at the River Rock Casino and Resort on October 25th and 26th, 2007.

Bands to perform at BBQ Bash

MASON CITY — The popular drumming group, Sheltered Reality, kicks off the entertainment Friday night for the fourth annual North Iowa Up In Smoke BBQ Bash, set for July 27-28.

Tribe unanimously OKs casino agreement

Tribe OKs casino agreement

High-Stakes Poker Games Were Rigged, Say N.J. State Police

The tools in the swindle included tiny video cameras, earpiece radio receivers devised to be undetectable and laptop computers.

St. Paul Downtown / Project near Xcel moving ahead

A parking lot across from the Xcel Energy Center could become a multimillion-dollar hotel, retail and entertainment complex. A San Francisco-based real estate company got the green light Wednesday to explore developing the site.

Court ruling revives Beaver County quest for track, casino

Therapist Sentenced in Patient Abuse

Respiratory therapist Wayne Albert Bleyle was in New York state on a wintry day when investigators called him about allegations he had molested patients too sick to defend themselves.

Pawnshop owners killed in murder-suicide

A murder-suicide left two Louisville men dead at a Clarksville pawnshop yesterday after one of the owners confronted a partner about some missing money, police said.

Casino attorneys seek to delay $50 million licensing fees

Companies planning casinos in the city are seeking to delay payment of $50 million licensing fees, saying they are still jumping through hoops to obtain the licenses.

WNBA

ODDS Glantz-Culver Line Major League Baseball Today's Game American League National League TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Placed RHP Chris Ray on the 15-day DL. Recalled RHP Cory Doyne Norfolk (IL).

Yeager Airport Explores Table Games Passage Possibilities

Officials see growth potential if voters approve the ballot issue Aug. 11.

Q&A with Victoria Bond

The Globe asked advocates from both sides to present their cases. This is a Q&A with Victoria Bond, who is for the casino.

Q&A with Richard Young

The Globe asked advocates from both sides to present their cases. This is a Q&A with Richard Young, who is against the casino.

What's at stake Saturday

MIDDLEBOROUGH -- Barring unforeseen events, residents will converge Saturday on the high school ball fields to vote -- probably in record number -- on a measure that will shape the future of their rural town.

Real estate markets feel ripples of casino splash

Owners of single-family homes who are hoping to cash in if a casino opens in Middleborough probably will be disappointed. But landlords across the region can expect to do well.

Casino Rama, Rama - July 25, 2007

RAMA, Ont. -- There is something truly moving about Mary J. Blige in concert. And it's not just her powerful, passionate voice that has led to her being dubbed The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul .

Homatas sentencing delayed until October

ST. CHARLES TOWNSHIP -- John Homatas made his first court appearance since a jury convicted him last month of multiple felonies in the January 2006 drunken-driving wreck that killed two people and an unborn child.

SPILL FROM GARAGE CONTAMINATES FOX Sealant used on casino parking deck leaks into storm sewers

AURORA -- Emergency lights flashed red and blue and the Fox River flowed green Wednesday as teams from the state and six fire departments worked for four hours to keep a chemical spill from spreading down the waterway.

Brillion prepares for Party in the Park to mark 125th anniversary

BRILLION The Brillion Fire Department has announced its 125th anniversary celebration, Party in the Park, set for Saturday, Aug. 11, and Sunday, Aug. 12.

Senate Dems OK cigarette hike, gov's cheaper health-care plan

SPRINGFIELD -- Poised to vote on their own budget plan, Senate Democrats Wednesday advanced a 75-cent-a-pack tax hike on cigarettes and a less costly version of Gov. Blagojevich's health care plan.

Cahill assails Middleborough deal for casino

State Treasurer Timothy Cahill said yesterday that the proposed casino deal offered by the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe is not good for Middleborough and that if residents approve it, "they're making a mistake."

NORTHWEST NOTES

SPOKANE -- With the Spokane Shock's win over the Amarillo Dusters last weekend, the defending arenafootball2 champs locked up the Western Division title and secured the second seed and are assured of hosting at least one playoff game on Aug. 4.

Still taming Wildcat

The main road leading to Barona Valley Ranch Resort and Casino is a tangle of twists and turns that can bedevil drivers, especially when the road is crowded. From August 1992 to April 2006, there were about 380 accidents on Wildcat Canyon Road. Some neighbors worry the road isn't safe enough for them and the 16,000 people who drive its curves each day.

Peppermill celebrates new hotel tower

The major components of the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino's $350-$400 million expansion project, a 19-story hotel tower and adjacent convention center, should open on time in December, executives said Wednesday.

D'oh!

Worst trivia quiz ever!

How well do you know your 'Simpsons'?

There will be plenty of "Simpsons" fans out there who will have quibbles with quiz about the show - having quibbles with "The Simpsons" is an important part of being into the show.

Always bet on Blige

IN TOMORROW'S PAPER:

Second Life shuts down casinos

LINDEN LAB , hallowed creator of the Second Life virtual world, has announced that all in-world casinos and miscellaneous gambling joints are herewith to be shut down.

ICBC's Ranking, Credit Suisse's Hedge, Subprime Buyout: Timshel

July 26 (Bloomberg) -- Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Ltd.'s new-found status as the world's largest bank by market value may not last for long.

Celebrity buzz

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Matt Damon's amnesiac assassin Jason Bourne shares initials with another notorious screen operative. But other than that, Damon doesn't see any similarities between Bourne and James Bond.

Could title fight revive interest?

Can boxing ever return to the status it held in its Tacoma heyday?

Four arrested in high-tech poker scam

It was a high-tech variation on one of the oldest tricks in the book, dating back to the Wild West saloon days — cheating unsuspecting poker players by rigging the game.

Nearby towns raise doubts on proposal

LAKEVILLE -- As Middleborough nears its vote on a multimillion-dollar casino deal with the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe, officials in communities across Southeastern Massachusetts expressed their concerns last night over the presence of such an operation.

Custom mood music pays off for clients

LOS ANGELES — Allen Klevens and Jason Shapiro don't spin vinyl at parties or nightclubs, but they just might be the ultimate DJs.

Dover mayor's race gets 6th candidate

DOVER -- David A. Lewis Jr. added his name Thursday to the list of candidates in the city's Sept. 18 mayoral race, making it a six-way field with two days yet to go before the filing period closes.

Playa Hotels & Resorts, S.L. Acquires the Sunscape Casa del Mar Resort in La Romana, Dominican Republic

Playa Hotels & Resorts, S.L., the company formed in 2006 by Grupo Barcelo in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, announced its acquisition of the 756 guestroom all- inclusive upscale Sunscape Casa del Mar Resort in La Romana, Dominican Republic.

Molester gets 45 years, scolding from disabled victims' parents

SAN DIEGO, California (AP) -- Respiratory therapist Wayne Albert Bleyle was in New York state on a wintry day when investigators called him about allegations he had molested patients too sick to defend themselves.

Smoking ban still up in the air

In the Paint Room Bar and Grill lounge, LeAnna Beranek, 46, lit a cigarette with her purple lighter and exhaled.

HoudahGeo 1.2 Adds Reverse Geocode Support

Houdah Software announced the immediate availability of HoudahGeo 1.2 on Thursday. The application allows users to geocode images, or link digital images to the location where they were taken. The update added the ability to find the city and country where a photo was taken through reverse geocoding

RPD gets grant to fund overtime work

The Redding Police Department has received a $35,000 grant to pay officers for overtime traffic enforcement in south Redding.

Europe must come together on a strategy for its economic future

Britain is heading for a collision with its European partners

Sony doubles quarterly profit on strong digital camera sales

The Japanese company said the profit rise of 105.8 percent in the three months ended June 30, to ¥66.5 billion, was also due to the box-office success of "Spider-Man 3."

User Growth Powers Comcast

The second quarter matches estimates.

Spend some green to help pay for turf

COUNCIL ROCK - The fundraiser will help fund a project to install artificial turf at both CR high schools.

Hospital Worker Sentenced For Molestation

As part of a plea deal, a respiratory therapist from a San Diego hospital was sentenced to 45 years and eight months in prison for molesting five of his young, disabled patients and for taking pornographic photographs of others.

Humans narrowly beat computer in poker showdown

Polaris, the program written by a team of artificial-intelligence researchers from the University of Alberta, lost to two professional players in a four-round match of Texas Hold'em.

Flamingo Las Vegas Honored With Prestigious Award for Newly Designed Flamingo 'GO' Rooms: Design Team Cagley & Tanner ...

The Flamingo Las Vegas "GO" Rooms were recently honored by the prestigious Hospitality Design Awards for Creative Achievement. Amid a record 292 international entries representing the best in the design industry, the Flamingo "GO" Room renovation project was recognized as a finalist in two categories: Hospitality Debut and Mid-Range Hotel. (PRWeb Jul 26, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: ...

Flamingo Las Vegas Honored With Prestigious Award for Newly Designed Flamingo 'GO' Rooms

LAS VEGAS----The Flamingo Las Vegas "GO" Rooms were recently honored by the prestigious Hospitality Design Awards for Creative Achievement. Amid a record 292 international entries representing the best in the design industry, the Flamingo "GO" Room renovation project was recognized as a finalist in two categories: Hospitality Debut and Mid-Range Hotel.

DC Brands Entire Team Gone to Las Vegas, Last Release Until After the Meeting

Today DC Brands International wishes to inform its shareholders that the entire team has headed to Las Vegas for the big shareholder event held at The Palms Casino Resort on Saturday, July 28.

Mike Fields Steps Down from Sona Mobile's Board of Directors

Sona Mobile Holdings Corp. , a leading provider of secure software solutions for gaming and entertainment announced today that Mike Fields has stepped down from his position as an independent director of the Company, effective August 8, 2007, in order to concentrate on his position as executive vice president of Action Gaming, and his family.

Roulabette(TM) Cafes - A New Adventure At Coffee Time

MINEOLA, N.Y., July 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Kenilworth Systems Corporation (OTC Pink Sheets: KENS) .... Kenilworth Systems Corporation ("Kenilworth"), the developer of the Roulabette(TM) System for playing along from remote locations with live, in-progress casino table games, announced today a group of private foreign investors are teaming up with Kenilworth to initiate a chain of ...

Treasurer: Approval of Middleborough casino would be mistake

MIDDLEBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - As residents of the town of Middleborough prepare for a historic vote on a proposed casino, the state treasurer is weighing in on the idea.

Moody's Upgrade Chinese Government's Long-term Foreign Currency Bonds Rating

(RTTNews) - The Moody's investors services upgraded Chinese government's long-term foreign currency bond to A1 from A2, the rating agency announced Thursday.

RiskWatch, Inc. and Lowers & Associates Announce Unique Partnership to Offer Bundled Risk Assessment Software and ...

RiskWatch, Inc. of Annapolis, Maryland and Lowers & Associates, LLC of Purcellville, Virginia and London, England announced today that they have completed a partnership that will develop a bundled software and services solution, RiskWatch for Casinos & Gaming, for the casino and gaming industry.

Fired worker kills boss, self

Clarksville -- An employee being fired from a pawn shop in Southern Indiana shot and killed his boss Wednesday before fatally shooting himself, police said.

TheStreet.com Posts Record Quarterly Revenue

Ad revenue increases 48%. Second-quarter net income is $3.6 million, compared with $3.2 million a year earlier.

Casino cash to go to call-center upgrade

LITTLE VALLEY — The Cattaraugus County Legislature agreed Wednesday to use $99,762 of its Seneca- Allegany Casino revenues to help Pioneer Credit Recovery get an upgrade of its high-speed data communications at the Ashford Office Complex at 9030 Route 219.

'70s and '80s join forces at Kansas/Loverboy concert

Gala hits jackpot as profits at bingo arm soar

GALA Coral, the bingo and gaming giant, said operating profits at its bingo division rose by £4.4 million to £128m over its last full year, which included six months of the smoking ban in Scotland.

Therapist Gets 45 Years for Abusing Kids

(AP Photo/John Gastaldo, Pool) Janice Frost, left, and her daughter Kara, 16, speak with the media after Wayne Bleyle was sentenced in the Superior Court of San Diego Wednesday, July 25, 2007, in San Diego.

Stew's may have buyer; Nugget co-owner expresses interest

A downtown restaurant and brewery that has been fined by the state, put up for sale, and owes back taxes to the city may have a buyer.

A Tough Hill to Climb | Community activists want to ensure that the new Penguins arena actually lives up to the ...

Bomani Howze arrived early at the Irene Kaufmann Auditorium on July 11, armed with fliers and a disarming smile. Around him, residents of the Hill District and activists from nearly 100 community groups filed into the Centre Avenue building. The room buzzed with the energy of an election d... By Violet Law.

Pinewood shares extend falls despite Bond role

LONDON, July 26 (Reuters) - Shares in British film studio Pinewood Shepperton extended falls in relatively high volume on Thursday despite recent confirmation the firm will host the next James Bond movie starring Daniel Craig.

Senate panel OKs heritage status for U.S. side of Niagara Gorge

WASHINGTON — The longawaited plan to beautify the Niagara Gorge on the American side took a major step forward Wednesday when a Senate committee approved legislation creating the Niagara Heritage Commission.

SIU probes tourist's death

Circumstances surrounding the death Wednesday of a 29-year-old tourist near Casino Niagara are being looked into by the Ontario Special Investigations Unit.

Engineers at odds over casino's liquor license

For the second time in as many days, a traffic engineer opined yesterday on the Barona casino's liquor license and drunken-driving accidents.

KL Holding Company, N.V. Wins Auction to Acquire Aruba Resort and Casino

LAS VEGAS, July 26, 2007 -- KL Holding Company, N.V., a closely held international resort and casino development company, has won an auction to acquire substantially all of the outstanding assets of Playa Blanca, N.V. , the owner of the La Cabana Villas Timeshare Resort and the Royal Cabana Casino complex located on Eagle Beach in Aruba.

Penn National Gaming Reports Second Quarter Diluted EPS of $0.43

WYOMISSING, Pa.----Penn National Gaming, Inc. today reported second quarter operating results for the period ended June 30, 2007, as summarized below.

Café 54 is a winner with players

As casinos go here in the Coachella Valley, Augustine Casino has the reputation as being the "locals" place to play.

Dream Cruise will offer a wide span of events

As the community gears up for the 13th Annual Woodward Dream Cruise, the towns along Woodward Avenue are planning a wide variety of events and entertainment to celebrate the world's largest one-day automotive event, which will take place from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18. The official Woodward Dream Cruise ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17, in Ferndale. The ...

Mount Airy owner topic of grand jury slots license probe

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) _ An alleged Scranton-area mobster who previously drew the attention of state gaming investigators appeared at a grand jury hearing room where, according to a published report, questions were raised about a northeastern Pennsylvania businessman who won a slots license.

SAN DIEGO, California (AP) -- Respiratory therapist Wayne Albert Bleyle was in New York state on a wintry day when ...

Wayne Albert Bleye said he molested and took pornographic pictures of disabled children in his care. When they asked how many children he molested, investigators said, he looked out his window and asked, "How many snowflakes are there out there?"

Sony posts 300 percent rise in Q1 profits

Sony Corp has announced that its profits have more than trebled during the first quarter of the year thanks to brisk sales of its digital cameras and the phenomenal box-office success of the films Spiderman-3 and Casino Royale.

8 Days A Week- July 26- Aug. 2

SPECIAL EVENTS Roller Derby- Twisted Sisters vs. Hardwood Harlots at 8 p.m. Saturday at All Star Sports Arena behind Wal-Mart in Springdale. www.nwarollergirls.com.

Film Times- July 29- Aug. 2

Film Times Key: FS-Fiesta Square, Fayetteville; R6- Razorback 6, Fayetteville; MT-Mall Twin, Fayetteville; S9-Sunset 9, Springdale; PC- Pinnacle Cinema 12, Rogers; TC- Towne Center, Rogers.

ATLANTIC CITY NOTEBOOK 7.26.07

Dante Hall Theater of the Arts brings the big-band jazz sound of the Philadelphia Clef Club Community Big Band Sunday, July 29th at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 and are available online at www.ticketleap.com[cq] or by calling Dante Hall's box office at 609-344-8877. Under the direction of trumpeter Lou Cioci and featuring tenor sax player Larry McKenna and vocalists Ella Gahnt, Tony Vicola and Michael ...

Priceline.com Recommends Eastern And Central Europe For A Budget-Friendly International Vacation Experience

NORWALK, Conn.----Think the closest you'll get to a European vacation this summer is "international land" at a mega-theme park? Consider this. Long-overlooked by tourists, former Socialist cities in Eastern and Central Europe have become some of the trendiest - and most affordable - international destinations.

Cayugas refuse negotiations

A Seneca County Board of Supervisors committee voted Tuesday to reject a proposed settlement to limit the acreage the tribe applies to take into sovereign trust status in exchange for a Las Vegas-style casino in the Catskills.

Great Timberlake seats on sale – while they last

There’s a pretty good chance they’ll be gone by the time you read this, but more tickets to Justin Timberlake’s Winnipeg concerts were made available yesterday morning.

MacLive Expo Set for October

The United Kingdom's 2007 MacLive Expo is scheduled for October 25 through October 27, and will be held at National Hall, Olympia, Kensington, London. The expo will feature a new Hands on Theatre where attendees can learn tips and tricks from industry pros

Sal Corrente Speaks On Filing Charges Against Jerry Lawler

On August 1st I will be in Tunica Ms appearing in court where Jerry Lawler will have to answer the charges that he assaulted me. I have faith that the legal that the legal system will do what its designed to do.

Concept Draw 7.2 Gets Dynamic Help, More

CS Odessa announced the upcoming release of ConceptDraw 7.2 on Thursday. The update to the vector drawing and diagramming application will add a new dynamic help Inspector pane that displays information about the currently selected tool

Courier News Online - Union targets more Caesars workers in AC drive

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - The United Auto Workers union will seek to organize additional gambling floor workers at Caesars Atlantic City. Caesars dealers already voted overwhelmingly to join the union in March.

Therapist Gets 45 Years In Patient Abuse

Respiratory therapist Wayne Albert Bleyle was in New York state on a wintry day when investigators called him about allegations he had molested patients too sick to defend themselves.

Second Life Shuts Down Gambling

Tech.Luver sends us to The Inquirer, which notes the banning of all gambling in Second Life. Here is the Linden Labs blog post about the change in policy, which is, to say the least, not popular. From the article: "[T]he large chunk of users that enjoyed using in-world casinos and betting Linden Dollars on events both inside and outside the game world will now have nothing left to do. Perhaps ...

Orbis extends St Minver deal

Interactive gaming and betting solutions company Orbis has extended its licence with St Minver to offer localised betting websites throughout Europe, OpenBet Casino and OpenBet Fixed Odds Games content.

Classic game could find spot in casinos

Pong, the game that turned pinball wizards into video-game junkies in the '70s, is poised to make a comeback in casinos.

Respiratory Therapist Convicted of Molesting Patients

A respiratory therapist is convicted of molesting child patients who were too sick to defend themselves.

Treasurer: Approval Of Casino Would Be Mistake

MIDDLEBOROUGH, Mass. -- As residents of the town of Middleborough prepare for a historic vote on a proposed casino, the state treasurer is weighing in on the idea.

Union seeks more members at casino

The United Auto Workers union will seek to organize additional gambling floor workers at Caesars Atlantic City.

Upcoming local events

New Life Temple Fellowship will hold a high compassion, high community awareness day on Saturday, July 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Southeast 10th Street, behind the A&S Store off Noble Avenue.

Fevola miracle thigh recovery

BRENDAN Fevola has achieved plenty in football but his latest offering has even surprised the medicos at Carlton.

Casino expert arrested

AN internationally known expert in exposing casino cheats has been arrested in Atlantic City, on charges of fleecing high-rollers in a hi-tech crooked poker game.

Union targets more Caesars workers in AC drive

The United Auto Workers union will seek to organize additional gambling floor workers at Caesars Atlantic City. Caesars dealers already voted overwhelmingly to join the union in March. The union filed paperwork on Wednesday with the National Labor Relations Board seeking an election to let 160 full- and part-time cashiers and pit clerks, and 33 full- and part-time slots technicians at Caesars ...

Logitech Introduces Wireless Wave Keyboard

Logitech introduced its new ergonomic Wave keyboard on Thursday. The company claims the Wave allows users to hold their hands in a more natural position while typing without having to relearn how to use a keyboard.

Macau Beer Enters the Las Vegas Market

Aladdin Beverage, Importer and distributor of fine beer and ale throughout the United States, and importer of the Macau Beer brand, has finally launched in the Las Vegas market.

Sony Quarterly Profit Doubles

Sony reported first-quarter profit of $554 million as strong digital camera sales and the success of ?Spider-Man 3? helped offset losses from its PlayStation 3 console.

D.a.t.e. Book: July 26, 2007

You can now find all of the events that used to be in the d.a.t.e. book in the Redding.com events calendar .

McAfee, Inc. to Present at Black Hat USA 2007 and DEFCON 15

McAfee, Inc. experts are scheduled to present next week at Black Hat USA 2007 and DEFCON 15, two high-profile security conferences in Las Vegas.

Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. Completes new Senior Credit Facility; Files Amended 3rd Quarter 10-Q

Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. today announced that the Company has entered into a new senior secured credit facility totaling $1.35 billion which will be used to replace the Company's prior $700 million senior secured credit facility which was entered into on February 4, 2005.

Thursday July 26, 2007 - 14:52 EST

ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey -- As reported by the Press of Atlantic City: "The police weren't bluffing when they busted in on a high-stakes poker scam at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa.

Outdoor pokies allowed

QUEENSLAND -- As reported by the Brisbane Times: "The State Government has reneged on a promise to stop clubs putting poker machines in outdoor smoking areas.

Thursday July 26, 2007 - 14:39 EST

WEST VIRGINIA -- As reported by the Charleston Gazette: "It will be take four to six months before the state Lottery Commission will be ready to regulate table games at the state's two Northern Panhandle racetracks, Lottery Director John Musgrave said Wednesday.

Underage servers face job loss

WEST VIRGINIA -- As reported by the West Virginia Gazette: "About 100 employees at the state's two Northern Panhandle racetracks faced prospects of losing their jobs later this year, through an unintended consequence of the new law allowing casino-style table games.

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Bodog to hit Europe with online poker, martial arts

LONDON, 5:16 a.m. July 26 (REUTERS): Costa Rica's Bodog.com, one of the world's biggest online gaming firms, is to start targeting Europe with its mix of gambling, brutal martial arts, rap music and TV content, its billionaire founder said on Thursday.

Sask. government casinos made $35M last year

The money rolled in at Saskatchewan's two government-owned casinos last year.

Bon Voyage

Teche Area students are finishing up work at their summer jobs and preparing to leave for college.

Desktop Transporter 2.5 Adds New Features

DEVONtechnologies, LLC announced on Thursday that its has released version 2.5 of its Desktop Transporter software. The new version adds several requested features, including bookmarks, remotely waking Macs and more

Sal Corrente Issues Statement Regarding Charges Against Lawler

Cutting Room

• After Knocked Up , Seth Rogen can do anything he wants to, including take a whiz on an “Extra” correspondent; instead, he will be writing the adaptation of “The Green Hornet.”

Photoshop(R) World Brings New Adobe Photoshop CS3 Sessions to Las Vegas

TAMPA, Fla.----The National Association of Photoshop Professionals is proud to announce that its annual west coast Photoshop® World Conference & Expo - held at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas from September 6 thru 8, 2007 - will feature new sessions focusing on Adobe® Photoshop® CS3 Extended, Adobe® Photoshop Lightroom, Adobe® web tools, motion graphics, scripting for Photoshop® ...

Thursday July 26, 2007 - 14:22 EST

WICHITA -- As reported by the Wichita Eagle: "The Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce said Wednesday that it will oppose next month's vote on casino gambling in Sedgwick County, despite a survey of its members that showed more support for remaining neutral or supporting the issue.

Kansas casino proposal deadline changed

KANSAS -- As reported by the Bonner Springs Chieftain: "Developers wanting to build a destination resort casino in Wyandotte County have some extra time to assemble their proposals.

Some tasty inspiration feeds the costumes in 'Hairspray'

Perhaps because of the years "Hairspray" costume designer Rita Ryack spent creating wardrobes for Broadway musicals, she approached her latest project like a choral director — a food-obsessed one.

Date Set For Aqueduct Decision

The word won’t come for another six weeks, but Gov. Eliot Spitzer is getting closer to deciding who will run the state’s thoroughbred racing track franchise.

Thursday July 26, 2007 - 14:07 EST

PHILADELPHIA -- As reported by the Evening Bulletin: "Philadelphia's two licensed casinos yesterday asked the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board for more time to pay a one-time, $50 million slot machine license fee because of the 'protracted, and highly politicized process of obtaining the local zoning permits required for [casino] construction to begin.'

Casino foes ask for intervention

MIDDLEBORO, Massachusetts -- As reported by the Enterprise: "Casino opponents are asking state officials to intervene as the town finalizes plans for Saturday's historic vote on a multi-million casino pact.

Luzerne to get slots money

The state Department of Com munity and Economic Develop ment plans to disburse Luzerne County's slice of gaming money from Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs - an estimated $10 mil lion- by Jan. 31, a department spokesman saidWednesday.

Xbox Division Losing Big Money, Sales Down

Microsoft's Entertainment and Devices division posted a year end US$1.89B loss which included a US$1B charge to repair defective Xboxes. Microsoft shipped 700,000 Xboxes, down from 1.8 million during the same period last year, according to Gamesindustry.biz

Noon is the new 2 a.m. at Las Vegas' top after-hours clubs

The classy joints keep jumping well into morning -- and no grungy ravers, either. Where are you? It's between 4 a.m. and whenever, and you're under attack. By strobe lights flashing like Morse code. By clusters of people jumping like fleas trapped in a petri dish. By the music banging against the walls of your ears. No wonder you can't tell time -- it's all you can do to put one foot in front ...

Music! Music! Music!

Music fusion anyone?

Guv to choose operator for Aqueduct in Sept.

Gov. Eliot Spitzer announced Friday he will name his choice for the license to operate the state's horse racing franchise at Aqueduct and two other tracks no later than Sept. 4 - and he may decide to pick more than one suitor.

Thursday July 26, 2007 - 13:37 EST

(PRESS RELEASE) -- Everest Poker today announced the winner of the online poker room's first direct entry poker tournament for a seat at the upcoming World Series of Poker Europe main event, "jujumalo" from France.

Chief still wants Arizona tribal casino

ARIZONA -- As reported by the Arizona Journal: "Although the first Navajo Nation casino will be built in New Mexico, President Joe Shirley Jr. has not given up on the idea of building a casino in Northeastern Arizona.

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