Article Archives for 2009-06-13

From Millennium Dome in London to Sun City in South Africa, from Amsterdam Arena in The Netherlands to Siam Niramit Auditorium in Thailand, the IIFA Awards juggernaut completes its first decade in the place “where anything is possible”.

Chartwell Announces Financial Results for the Three Months Ended April 30, 2009

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - June 12, 2009) - Chartwell Technology Inc. ("Chartwell" or the "Company") (TSX:CWH), a leading provider of gaming software systems and entertainment content to the online and remote gaming industry, announces unaudited financial results for the three months ended April 30, 2009. Business highlights for the second quarter of 2009: - Renewal of Eurobet and bwin to ...

Tribal casinos expanding in Spokane area

The Coeur d'Alene Tribe is upping the ante in the battle for casino dollars in the Spokane, Wash., region.

A lesson in preserving the past

BANGOR, Maine ? There are probably plenty of people in Bangor who remember the old Larkin Street School the way it used to be ? pungent with the odor of chalk dust, echoing with the laughter of ?

NASA Advisory Council Science Committee Planetary Science Subcommittee Meeting 9-10 July 2009

NOAA SATOPS Morning Report: Friday, June 12, 2009

Developer Will Hold Casino Job Fair

The company picked to build and operate the new Des Plaines casino will conduct at least one job fair where people interested in employment can learn about opportunities and possibly submit applications.

Silver lining amid economys gray skies

The title of a Thursday morning event Surviving 2009 foreshadowed much of the data and dialog that would emerge from a Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce economic forum held at the Pechanga casino. The upshot of the two-and-a-half-hour forum seemed to be Hang in there, conceded Stan Harter, a chamber leader and Temecula planning commissioner who introduced the six speakers who gave ...

World Vision: Poipet: Where Cambodians Are Trafficked into Thailand

The immigration officer told us that one of his duties was to bring back the bodies of Cambodians killed in Thailand. According to him, there were several each month -- shot, beaten or drowned.

Theroux tapped to direct 'Chief Ron'

LOS ANGELES, June 12 (UPI) -- "Tropic Thunder" co-writer Justin Theroux has been hired to direct the U.S. casino-themed comedy "Chief Ron," film industry sources told Variety.com.

Large pipe moving through town backs up traffic

A large refinery pipe snarled up traffic in town Tuesday afternoon as police and DPS authorities worked to snake the oversized load under lights and through intersections.

Sugarhouse Casino hearing set

The proposed Sugarhouse Casino will have a public hearing before the Philadelphia City Planning Commission on June 24.

Tropicana Atlantic City sold to Carl Icahn-led group

A New Jersey bankruptcy court approved the sale of the Tropicana Atlantic City to a group of investors lead by Carl Icahn today.

Put together a job interview outfit that says 'hire me'

Here's how to play it safe and still show confidence and personal style. Good taste is never dull. If you're confused about what to wear for the big interview, remember that, above all, the ensemble should reflect poise and good taste. Skip the neon yellow nail polish and shoulder-duster earrings, even if the position you're vying for is in a creative field. A dash of personal flair can work in ...

BOND 23 Writers Locked In

Producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli of EON Productions Ltd and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures have today announced that Peter Morgan ( Frost/Nixon , The Queen ), Neal Purvis and Robert Wade ( Quantum of Solace , Casino Royale ) will be the screenwriters of the 23rd James Bond adventure...

Daniel Craig to return as James Bond

The producers of the James Bond movies confirmed today that Daniel Craig will reprise his role as Agent 007, and also named the three scribes who will pen the script for the 23rd installment.

Jean-Pierre Coffe's ads for budget supermarket chain anger fans

He is an iconic figure for French gastronomes, admired for his defence of authentic Gallic cuisine and revered for his attacks on the “crap” sold by retail chains.

Caribbean Casino and Gaming Completes Online "Live" Wagering Package in Major Deal With Kenilworth Systems Corporation

New Deal Adds Table Games Component to Caribbean Casino's Online, Live Wagering Using Kenilworth's Internationally Patented Technology

Flashing Star may make amends

UDHAGAMANDALAM: Flashing Star, a failed favourite, may make amends in the Class I Ernakulam Plate (1,200m), the feature event of the races to be held here on Saturday (June 13). •PYKARA CUP (Div. I), (1,300m), Cl. V-B, 10-00 a.m.: ...

In Spokane, tribal casinos to expand aggressively

(AP:WORLEY, Idaho) The Coeur d' Alene Tribe says it will expand its casino hotel near Worley, Idaho, by 50 percent and add other amenities in a $75 million project that will start immediately.

LV Sands in Pennsylvania: A marriage made in Bethlehem

Sands Bethlehem casino, the newest offering from Las Vegas Sands Corp., had its official grand opening June 9.

C.O.P. The Recruit Hands-On [DS]

Illegal street racers make for good cops in this DS action game from Ubisoft.

Bond 23 Gets Writers

The 23rd James Bond film now has its screenwriters, and while two of the scribes are of no surprise, the third totally comes out of left field. In a good way.

Gateway Casinos downgraded by Moody’s

EDMONTON - Gateway Casinos and Entertainment, which owns the Baccarat and Palace Casinos in Edmonton, had its ratings lowered to negative Friday by Moody's, which said without a significant improvement in operating results or a meaningful equity contribution, the company's capital structure is not sustainable.

Pinnacle executive says credit market better

LAKE CHARLES (AP) — Dan Lee, chairman of Pinnacle Entertainment, which had delayed work on casinos in Baton Rouge and Lake Charles, told the American Press in Lake Charles that the credit markets are looking much better.

Carson men held on trafficking charges

Two men arrested in Carson City for charges of trafficking in narcotics are facing similar charges in Douglas County.

CdA Tribe plans $75 million casino expansion - Fri, 12 Jun 2009 PST

The Coeur d'Alene Tribe plans a $75 million expansion of their casino resort nearly Worley, Idaho, over the next two years.

Ascuaga is honoree at tonight’s Dinner of Champions

John Ascuaga isn’t much for cocktails and frills, but put him in “suits and boots” and ask him to support a good cause and he won’t deny you.

Garage sale to raise funds for transplant recipient

When Gail Breedlove found out that she had a rare blood disorder at the age of 38, she was devastated. Now, after living with the disorder for the past 14 years, she has learned that a bone marrow transplant could rid her of the disease.

Peter Morgan - The Queen Screenwriter Lands 007 Role

Celebrated THE QUEEN and FROST/NIXON screenwriter PETER MORGAN has been commissioned to give JAMES BOND a new assignment after joining the brains behind the next...

Genting in partnership talks with MGM Mirage

GAMING group Genting Bhd and MGM Mirage, the casino company controlled by Kirk Kerkorian, are considering a possible partnership, spokesmen from both companies said.

Friday June 12, 2009 - 20:23 EST

Quite a while ago you wrote an article on craps etiquette and there was one thing not covered and it has always been in the back of my mind to ask you about it, so I am.

Dwight Yoakam Rocks Wheeling!

Thousands headed to Wheeling Friday night for the first concert for Wheeling Island Hotel, Casino, Racetrack's outdoor summer concert series featuring Dwight Yoakam.

Friday Evening Associated Press Newsminutes - 6/12/2009

CLEVELAND (AP) - Federal prosecutors aren't identifying two Cuyahoga County officials who allegedly got casino trips, expensive meals and other perks in return for steering county contracts. The allegations were detailed today as four county workers were charged in the probe.

Newberg's Allison Inn plans job fair

A job fair showcasing the 200 openings that need to be filled by the Allison Inn & Spa when it opens this fall in Newberg is scheduled to run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday in Joan Austin Elementary School, 2200 N. Center St. in Newberg.

Thousands of firefighters at Turning Stone

The Turning Stone Resort and Casino hosted its largest convention ever, with thousands of firefighters from New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Our Karen Lee spoke with some of the fire chiefs about the issues facing departments all across the state.

By right and by left

IT IS commonly known that a right-handed person has a more developed left brain. Conversely, a left-handed person would utilise more of the right side of his brain. Since we are mostly “one-sided”, one side of our brain must have developed a lot better than the other side!

2009 WORLD SERIES OF POKER

1--Casino Employees, no-limit hold 'em $500, 866 entries ...$389,780 prize pool ... Winner: Andrew Cohen, $83,833. 2--40th annual no-limit hold 'em $40,000 ... 201 entries ... $7,718,400 prize pool ... Winner: Vitaly Lunkin, $1,891,012.

Tourney benefits Senior Center

The Pahrump Valley Senior Center will receive more than $3,300 from a charity poker tournament played Wednesday night in the convention center at the Nugget Hotel and Casino.

Weekend roundup

* The Pahrump Singles Friendship Club is having lunch today at noon. The members are meeting at Symphony's restaurant. The group will also meet for dinner at 5 p.m. June 16 at Red Sky BBQ.

LEGION TEAM SWEEPS: Babe Ruth playoffs in July

Smoking: hazardous to not just the smoker In all the years we have been writing a sports column (50 ... give or take two or three), rarely have we allowed personal beliefs to interfere with, or influence, the message.

Cowpokes, pioneer gals: Fun-slingin’ Western Casino Night to benefit RVC

From cattle barons and cowpokes to pioneer women and saloon gals, all “fun-slingers” are invited to claim a stake in a unique fundraiser when the nonprofit Santa Clara Valley Hospice/Home Support Group opens the doors to the Old West on Saturday, June 20.

Federal rules put local Fourth of July plans in limbo

The countdown is on to July 4, but federal rules are keeping several cities' fireworks plans in limbo.

Coeur d'Alene Casino expansion creates jobs

WORLEY, ID. -- The Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel says they are planning another expansion project, the largest they've taken on yet. According to hotel officials, the project will add about 150 new jobs, and will increase hotel space by 105 rooms.

TIME, DATE, PLACE | Kitsap Happenings for the week June 12-19

What's Up in Kitsap for the week June 12-19

Backlash for PM as bank boss pockets £22million

Critics rounded on senior Barclays executive Bob Diamond last night as it emerged he is set to scoop a windfall of £22m after the bank agreed the multi-billion-dollar sale of its fund management arm to a US firm.

Kimball's casino night kicks off Harley exhibit

Join the Kimball Art Center for a casino night featuring a no-limit Texas Hold 'em poker tournament June 13 from 6 to 10 p.

Tacoma may get speed camera

If approved by the city council, the camera would be placed at one of Pierce County's most dangerous intersections.

Storm unearths buried history | Local News

Byron Bay's Belongil Beach foreshore after taking a pounding from heavy seas.

Writers set for new Bond movie

Los Angeles - Frost/Nixon scribe Peter Morgan has been added to the team of writers for the next James Bond movie, industry paper Variety reported Friday. The Oscar and Golden Globe-nominated writer of The Queen and The Last King of Scotland will tea...

Isle reduces some employees' hours

The Isle Casino and Hotel in Bettendorf has reduced some employees’ hours as business there has taken a dip.

a0733 BC-US-TropicanaFuture 1stLd-Writethru 06-12 0227

Eds: CORRECTS $200 million sted billin in graf 2. Will be led. Moving on general news and financial services.

'Booze' brother?

Actor Dan Aykroyd drew a crowd of thirsty residents into the Bayfield Street LCBO on Friday afternoon to promote his line of wines and tequila. The Blues Brother signed bottles of wine and posed for pictures with fans for two hours, before rushing off for a Blues Brothers show at Casino Rama.[...]

Casino Wins Liquor-License Fight

After a long struggle, Sycuan Casino in the East County has been granted a license to sell alcohol.

Yards project still a go County officials sticking to plans despite KOZ votes

The request to extend the KOZ status at Packerton Yards may have been rejected by Lehighton and Mahoning Township, but Carbon officials say the project will still move forward as planned.

Ray Hanania: Hypocrisy in Chicago Politics is Deafening

This sordid pension fund investment is exactly the kind of scandal that should get every member of the pension boards fired, and Mayor Daley should not be given a pass.

Police investigate online gambling at internet cafes

“I won three thousand dollars two different times, and I’ve won other money too,” said a customer of Internet Café Sweepstakes Games who didn’t want her identity revealed.

Mayor And Prosecutor Don't See Eye To Eye Over Casino Letter

FORT WAYNE, IN (Indiana's NewsCenter) --- Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry and Allen County's prosecutor are at odds over a letter concerning what impacts a downtown casino might have on crime.

Eagle Mountain Air Show set to wing way through local skies

The Eagle Mountain Air Show & Fly-in is taking place Saturday at the Porterville Municipal Airport. Air Show activities will be up in the air and on the ground with offerings for the entire family. Antique aircraft and a four-plane jet team will

Tribute | Rae Alene Vile Block was a woman of influence

Who: Rae Alene Vile Block, 82, of Kansas City. When and how she died: April 16, of lung cancer.

Nestle eyes Columbia Gorge spring to bottle water

Should a natural spring in the Columbia Gorge be tapped for commercial bottled water?(online surveys) When it comes to getting rights to bottle spring water in pristine places in the West, Nestle Waters North America has had some tough...

MANUFACTURING: Sign company sees evidence of recession, stability

OCEANSIDE ---- From Kevin Stotmeister's perspective, discount stores are providing a nice glow in an otherwise dusky economy.

Disclosures show Congress members from Ohio also lost money

WASHINGTON -- If the stock market decline cost you money in your workplace retirement account or at your brokerage, it may help to know that Congress shares your pain. Financial disclosure reports released Friday in the U.S. Senate and Thursday...

Nightlife: State Street Blues Stroll in Media

Media’s sensational Annual State Street Blues Stroll takes place Saturday night from 7 p.m.-1 a.m. rain or shine. Sponsored by the Media Business Authority, and WXPN-FM, the Blues Stroll features renowned blues artists appearing at 18 indoor and two outdoor venues:

Crane KO’d in 1st round

HIGHLAND — Alberto Crane’s road back to mixed martial arts prominence took a sudden and devastating turn thanks to the left hand of Tony Hervey.

What a vacation! Or is it ‘stay-cation’?

The hot new term polluting the airwaves is “stay-cation.” What it means in reality is no beach, no mountains, no money and no fun. The thought is instead of going on vacation, one simply has a vacation at home.

Baby dummy danger | Lifestyle

Nathan Sundblom and Stephanie Josey with baby Isabella Sundblom. TWO types of baby dummy have been recalled after putting infants at risk of choking.

Cold snap puts heat on pies | Local News

A TREAT: Enjoying their weekly treat are Pete and Jess Tandy, of Goonellabah, with their 20-month-old daughter Mia at the Pie Cart in Lismore.

Potential plan for Harrah's land

Pinnacle wants to donate the former Harrah's Casino land to the City of Lake Charles instead of paying a fine.

Drew happy for homecoming | Cricket

ALSTONVILLE ‘TIGER’: Tasmanian player Brendan Drew (centre), with his mum Anne Drew, of Wollongbar, and brother Jason Drew, of Lismore, at the Lismore Festival of Cricket launch at Oakes Oval.

Shop around for credit cards

PRIME Minister Kevin Rudd says banks should be charging reasonable credit card interest rates in the wake of the government guaranteeing their funds.

Prison term for Nievera-type fiasco

ALMOST a month after singer Martin Nievera received public criticism for his rendition of the national anthem at the Manny Pacquiao-Ricky Hatton boxing match, the House of Representatives passed a measure imposing a fine and prison term on anyone singing “Lupang Hinirang” the wrong way.

What happens in Vegas: Pool player gets married, wins tourney

It wasn't the standard honeymoon most people have, but Karen Hashimoto of Sioux Falls wouldn't have it any other way. Just a few days after a hastily planned wedding at a chapel in Las Vegas in May, Hashimoto and her Sioux Falls-area teammates won the Valley National 8-ball League Association's Intermediate championship at the Riviera Casino, earning $4,000 in the process. "Everything fell into ...

Casinos sue Blagojevich over Illinois law mandating profit sharing with horse racing tracks

CHICAGO - Four Illinois riverboat casinos are suing former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich as they continue to fight a state law that requires them to share their profits with the state's ailing horse racing tracks.

Dismantling of IALAG, Arroyo’s Shadowy Agency, ‘Just for Show’

Unless the Arroyo regime released all the individuals it has thrown to jail for politically motivated and fabricated charges, the abolition last month of the agency behind these cases will amount to nothing but a publicity stunt, according to lawyers and human-rights advocates.

Dana White

President, Ultimate Fighting...

NASA JSC MOD Memo: Policy on Use of Social Media

The following is MOD policy for use of "social media" (e.g. Twitter, Facebook, etc.). This policy is consistent with JSC Announcement 08-032 and NPD 2540.1F "Policy on Personal Use of Government Office Equipment Including Information Technology."

Casinos sue Blagojevich over horse track law

Four Illinois riverboat casinos are suing former Illinois Gov.

IMPROVING NEMO A PLATE POSSIBLE

A crack at the Northumberland Plate could be on the cards for Nemo Spirit after a 400-mile round trip paid off with a brave front-running performance to land the £17,000 Blue Square Stakes under William Buick at York.

Martial arts fundraiser today

A fund raising bake sale, car wash and barbeque will be held today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Arevalo Academy, 3611 Jamaica Blvd. The goal is to raise money to send academy students to the USA World Championships of Martial Arts in Las Vegas, June 26-28, at the Orleans hotel and casino.

Shortliners take center stage this weekend

A pair of statebred quarter horses who have not raced over the SunRay Park bullring will be sent off as the likely top wagering choices in today's $75,000 New Mexico Breeders' Stakes at SunRay Park and Casino.

Former champ Adams scores TKO win in Vegas bout

Former world champion Clarence Adams stopped Alex Baba in the eighth round of their super featherweight fight Friday night at the Palms Casino Resort.

Former champ scores TKO win in Vegas bout

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Former world champion Clarence Adams stopped Alex Baba in the eighth round of thei...

Foxconn plant to hire 10,000 over five years

SUNLAND PARK -- Foxconn, a global electronics company, plans to have 7,500 people working by the fall at its assembly plant in San Jeronimo, Chihuahua, across the border from Santa Teresa.

Coeur d'Alene Tribe plans casino hotel expansion

The tribe is upping the ante in the battle for casino dollars in the Spokane region. The tribe said

Icahn's group wins casino deal

CAMDEN — Billionaire investor Carl Icahn is back in the Atlantic City casino business for what amounts to at least 80 percent off. A bankruptcy court judge in Camden approved the sale of the Tropicana Casino and Resort on Friday to a group of creditors led by Icahn.

Things looking up for Earnhardt

Earnhardt, 34, is in a way the face of the NASCAR Sprint Cup series similar to what Tiger Woods is to golf.

'The Queen' writer lands 007 gig

Celebrated The Queen and Frost/Nixon screenwriter Peter Morgan has been commissioned to give JAMES BOND a new assignment after joining the brains behind the next 007 caper.

Burgers eaten for a good cause at Hard Rock Cafe

LAKE TAHOE — The Guns & Hoses Legendary Burger Eating Contest, a fundraiser for local nonprofits, will take place Sunday at Hard Rock Cafe at Harveys Resort Casino.

Gaseous Hydrogen Leak Postpones Space Shuttle Endeavour Launch

A gaseous hydrogen leak on a vent line for Endeavour is postponing this morning's launch. The official scrub time was 12:26 a.m. EDT. Launch teams began draining Endeavour's external fuel tank of its liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen at 12:06 a.m.

Hog roast benefit to raise funds for Keith Wiemelt, who has nerve disorder

A benefit for Quincy resident Keith Wiemelt, who is battling a nerve disorder in his hand and forearm, takes place Sunday at the Casino Starlite Terrace, 1201 N. 20th.

Casino tax tapped to rebuild in Lafitte, Grand Isle

BATON ROUGE -- The 6 percent fee that flows to West Jefferson projects from the Boomtown riverboat casino will be tapped for $1 million to repair parish-owned buildings in Grand Isle and Lafitte damaged by hurricanes in 2005, according to legislation one step from final passage.

What You're Doing Tonight: 6/13

Gamble for charity, take in hip-hop-inspired art or celebrate Pride with Britpop.

Pinnacle unsure on start date

Days before the Metro Council will consider rezoning 576 acres for a south Baton Rouge casino, the parent company of the project still isn’t sure when it will begin construction of the $250 million project.

Whatever happened to Bolante?

Last February, the Senate blue ribbon committee chaired by Sen. Richard Gordon concluded its investigation into the alleged P728-million fertilizer fund scam and recommended the prosecution of its alleged perpetrator, former Agriculture Undersecretary Jocelyn “Joc-joc” Bolante, and nine others.

National Anthem: Sing it right, or pay fine

A month after crooner Martin Nievera’s liberal interpretation of “Lupang Hinirang” during the widely viewed Pacquiao-Hatton match in Las Vegas, the House of Representatives has come up with tougher rules on the correct way to sing the National Anthem.

Thoughts, memories shared of slain trooper at funeral

Those in law enforcement shared thoughts and memories of state Trooper Joshua Miller of the Swiftwater barracks, whose funeral was held Friday at Pittston Area High School in Yatesville. Miller died after a shootout Sunday night in Tobyhanna.

Reilly's exit could shift slots debate

The effort to approve a casino at Arundel Mills mall will lose a crucial backer before the measure ever comes to a vote.

Tropicana sold at 80 percent off

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn is back in the Atlantic City casino business for what amounts to at least 80 percent off.

Agency for the deaf to open gaming arcade in Olympic Plaza

The Deaf Service Bureau of West Central Florida is banking on the allure of Lady Luck to support the operation of its nonprofit agency.

GRANT REQUESTS

Ambulances, road projects and $171,000 to cover lower bingo profits are among more than $5.8 million in gambling fund grant requests submitted to Erie County government by municipalities near Presque Isle Downs & Casino.

Bay street might get speed camera

Bay Street might get speed camera Speeders along one of Tacoma’s problem roadways could soon be getting unwelcome letters in the mail, accompanied by a $101 ticket.

Horse interests back racino bill

Kentucky's vision for casino gambling can be found 70 miles northwest of Covington, rising out of central Indiana's tabletop landscape and hard along Interstate 74.

Crowley: Session a gamble for Beshear

When he was running for governor in 2007 Democrat Steve Beshear he chided Republican Gov. Ernie Fletcher for calling legislators into a special session without reaching a consensus on the issue at hand, a plan to offer tax incentives to an energy-related company considering a move to Kentucky.

Casino unveils largest project

WORLEY -- The Coeur d'Alene Tribe is beginning construction on its seventh and largest expansion of the Coeur d'Alene Casino since its opening.

Racing officials dispute Williams' plan

Racing industry officials said this week that state Sen. President David Williams' proposal to boost purses without expanded gambling wouldn't work.

Locals to compete in pool championships in Vegas

Team Dean's Machine of Carson City qualified for the 2009 APA 9-Ball National Team Championships, conducted by the American Poolplayers Association, through their performance in the local team championship at Diamond Billiards in Reno on May 30-31.

Pool fundraiser features Gaines and Beard

Olympic gold medalists Rowdy Gaines and Amanda Beard will be at the Sierra Nevada Community Aquatics Fundraiser, 'An Evening with the Olympians,' on June 20 at the Peppermill Hotel and Casino pool.

entertainment Today

Fleetwood Mac in A.C. Who Are They : A band originally formed in 1967 in England, Fleetwood Mac saw its biggest commercial and critical success during the 1970s when the lineup included four current members of the group - vocalist Stevie Nicks, guitarist and vocalist Lindsey Buckingham, bassist John McVie and drummer Mick Fleetwood.

Jay Leno tickles valley's funny bone

While network television demands on-time starts, the former host of “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” had his audience at The Show at the Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa holding their collective breath Friday night for a few minutes after the anticipated start time.

Local couple competing to win their dream wedding

When Amanda Cardana, 25, and Derick Tan, 28, were both laid off last year, the couple held each other and cried. They'd been through a lot in their two years of dating. Engagement seemed like the next thing, "but when we lost our jobs I got that out of my head," she said.

Tropicana sold at 80% off

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn is back in the Atlantic City casino business for what amounts to at least 80 percent off.

Hair does not make the woman

Wig or no, pageant contestant with alopecia areata is plenty confident despite her lack of locks

First table games to roll into casinos as early as January

Three-person committee to recommend revenue, oversight rules to lawmakers, who will vote on the suggestion — before table games can begin.

New dirt, same Allard at SDS

CHICO — Heading into Friday night's Feather Falls Casino Series event at Silver Dollar Speedway, one question was on all the minds of the racers: How would their cars hold up with the new red dirt on the track?

Icahn buying N.J. casino

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn is investing in the Atlantic City casino business for what amounts to about 80 percent off.

BOXING: Clottey's journey leads to Cotto

Joshua Clottey remembers the bad old days. "I am from a very, very poor background," said Clottey, who grew up in Accra, Ghana.

Adams stops Baba!

Former WBA super bantamweight champion Clarence ‘Bones’ Adams (47-6-4, 20 KOs) scored an eighth round stoppage of former world title challenger Alex ‘Ali’ Baba (26-16-1, 19 KOs) on Friday night at the Palms Casino in Las Vegas.

Lakewood firefighter arrested in sex assault case

A veteran Lakewood firefighter was arrested Friday on suspicion of sexually assaulting a woman after Thursday’s “Guns and Hoses” charity boxing match.

Con artist sentenced to prison in Snohomish County court

Shirley Sue Urich scammed people out of their money by making up sad stories.

Rockaraoke: 3 minutes in the spotlight

Live-band karaoke lets people unleash their inner rock star through regular gigs around the Puget Sound. Live-band karaoke has become popular enough in the Seattle area that people can do it several nights a week.

Wood Village explores renewal for dog track

The city of Wood Village has hired a consulting firm to explore advantages of an urban renewal district to encompass the former Multnomah Greyhound racetrack site on Halsey Street. The City Council approved $20,000 for Tashman Johnson LLC to study the viability of such a district to spur ...

Casino banks on expansion - Sat, 13 Jun 2009 PST

The Coeur d’Alene Tribe is embarking on a $75 million expansion of its casino near Worley, Idaho, that will add 105 hotel rooms, new restaurants and a luxury spa. Tribal leaders said the expansion will give the casino the cachet of destination resort, while addressing an urgent need for additional hotel rooms.

Host Gator Enters the World of Tattoo Advertising

Host Gator has paid a boxer based in Anchorage Alaska to have its name and logo tattooed permanently on the back of his neck. In the world of advertising, this ad gives a new twist to the notion of "lifetime value".

Local bar owner held at gunpoint Friday

Less than an hour after being held up at gunpoint Friday morning Under-the-Hill Saloon owner Andre Farish was ...

Potential sale of OKC horse racing venue progressing

OKLAHOMA CITY — After the end of a successful quarter horse racing meet, Remington Park officials now are turning their attention to the track's possible sale.

Judge lets Icahn buy Trop for song

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn is back in the Atlantic City casino business.

Former Sands owner back in the A.C. game

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn is back in the Atlantic City casino business. A bankruptcy court judge in Camden approved the sale of the Tropicana Casino and Resort yesterday to a group of creditors led by Icahn. The group is swapping...

House seat won’t save Arroyo from prosecution

Even if she wins a seat in Congress, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo will not be spared from criminal prosecution, minority lawmakers said Saturday.

Management agreement reached for Monticello Casino and Raceway

MONTICELLO – A subsidiary of Delaware North Companies is take over the gaming operations of Monticello Casino and Raceway, Empire Resorts, the company that owns the operation announced Friday.

How to Profit From This Recession

Separate them from the losers.

Karl Rove to speak in Las Vegas in Sept.

Karl Rove, former senior adviser to George W. Bush, will deliver the keynote address at the Nevada Policy Research Institute’s 18th anniversary meeting.

Mayor Clay vows to help workers locate new jobs

GARY -- Mayor Rudy Clay said the city will try to help its former employees find new jobs elsewhere after they were laid off from the Gary payroll this week. Several workers lost their jobs Friday, though neither Clay nor controller Celita Green could confirm at a news conference exactly how many were laid off. Some employees may decide to resign or go into early retirement, they said. Green ...

4 charged in corruption investigation

CLEVELAND - Charges in a wide-ranging corruption investigation reached the highest levels of county government Friday, alleging that two elected officials got casino trips, expensive meals, free use of a condominium and limousine rides in return for steering contracts.

The Queen, Frost, Clough... now writer takes on Bond

Peter Morgan, the award-winning writer of The Queen and Frost/Nixon, will co-author the latest Bond film.

Waiting for the flop

By Fred Hiers Staff writer If the gambling deal put together by Florida lawmakers this spring was a hand of high-stakes poker, the Seminole Indian Tribe looks poised to pick up its pile of chips and leave the table. A scuttled deal would hurt Ocala's horse industry as much as anyone, because the equine industry is depending on revenue from the compact.

Perth's $250,000 birthday bash

THE economic downturn is no reason to deny your wife a $250,000 Las Vegas-themed 30th birthday party.

Organizer: Petition on SD smoking ban a success

MITCHELL, S.D. - The coordinator of an attempt to have South Dakota voters decide whether to enact a tougher smoking ban says more than enough petition signatures have been gathered. FREE GOLF!!! Heart of the Valley Golf Course - Ends Jun 15, 2009

Screenwriter Peter Morgan to pen next Bond thriller

British screenwriter Peter Morgan, whose work includes Frost-Nixon, The Last King of Scotland and The Queen, will write the next James Bond adventure.

Bones beats Baba in bounce-back bout

Former WBA super bantamweight champion Clarence “Bones” Adams (44-6-4, 20 KOs) turned the clock back last night at the Palms Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, looking as good as he did when he defeated Nestor Garza for the WBA title nine years ago.

Ricardo Lamas vs. Danny Castillo set for WEC 42

In a fight that will thrust the winner even deeper into lightweight title contention, undefeated Ricardo Lamas...

Spicy Asian BBQ, On Budget

Top Vegas chef Jet Tila tried to prep it on The Early Show Saturday Edition's "shoestring" budget of only $35.

R&B Superstar R.Kelly to Headline THISDAY Music Festival 2009 in South Africa, Nigeria and UK

---- — Presented by Arise Magazine - The Style and Culture Magazine from Africa!

Mikey moves to allow mom’s bid for House

The plot unravels. Preparations are under way for President Arroyo’s plan to seek a congressional seat in the Second District of Pampanga next year by having his son Rep. Mikey Arroyo build a house in the province’s First District where he would likely seek election.

Crown: We made a profit of $100

CROWN casino has told the tax office it made only $100 pre-tax profit in a year as it launched a legal bid to avoid paying as much as $48 million in tax.

The queen screenwriter lands 007 role

Celebrated The Queen and Frost/Nixon screenwriter Peter Morgan has been commissioned to give James Bond a new assignment after joining the brains behind the next 007 caper.

Looks who's having a ball at IIFA?

All those longing for some spice on the IIFA front, here's some interesting dope for you. It's turning out to be more than just another B- town extravaganza. Amongst the stars ascending the IIFA gala, it is cricketer S Sreesanth who is supposedly there for business, but is mindlessly indulging more in pleasure. The cricketer was spotted playing a love game with petite Minissha Lamba where they ...

Piano man is coming to town

It'll be Christmas in June next week for pianist Jim Brickman. The Grammy-nominated composer is filming two PBS specials at the Niagara Fallsview Casino, including a holiday show to air in December. So while the weather outside is .[...]

Billionaire investor has bounced back before

Can a billionaire make a comeback in his 90s? If anyone can, it might be Kirk Kerkorian. Down as he is, don't count him out, say those who know him best, even now at 92. His fortune appears to have

Tacoma's Bay Street might get speed camera

Speeders along one of Tacoma’s problem roadways could soon be getting unwelcome letters in the mail, accompanied by a $101 ticket.

Suspected felon loses police

Pala, Calif - Deputies are looking for a suspected felon in a silver Cadillac who led them on a brief car chase before getting away, an official said today.

Impressive Wilson Moves Up The Field

Acropolis - Stobart M-Sport Ford - Day Two : Stobart M-Sport Ford driver Matthew Wilson produced an outstanding performance on Day Two of the Acropolis Rally of Greece, climbing 14 places to put himself back in contention to score manufacturer points for the team as the rally reaches its climax tomorrow.

'Survivor' Hopefuls Line Up for Auditions at Barona Casino

Local ‘Survivor' hopefuls proved they can outlast the others just by making it to the auditions at Barona Casino Friday night.

Edouard overwhelms Welliver!

The Spirit Mountain Casino Resort in Grand Ronde was the site last evening of one of the better fight cards in recent memory in Oregon as highly regarded middleweight Daniel Edouard improved to 22-2-2, 13 KOs with a one-sided eight round stoppage of the very game but undersized Dewey Welliver (18-19-1, 7 KOs).

Home > Photo Gallery

Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen poses on the green carpet at the 10th International Indian Film Awards presentation at a casino-hotel complex in Macau Saturday, June 13, 2009.

The last graduating class

The seven seniors at Cascade Locks School are the final ones to receive their high school diplomas before the school shuts down

Joint USAF/NOAA Report of Solar and Geophysical Activity 12 Jun 2009

Three Balloon Missions Simultaneously Afloat Above Two Continents

There are currently three scientific balloons aloft aroudn the world - AESOP, Sunrise, and 597N FIREBall. Below is a short summary (courtesy of NASA GSFC) of each mission.

NASA Postpones Launch of Space Shuttle Endeavour

NASA postponed Endeavour's launch to the International Space Station on Saturday because of a leak associated with the gaseous hydrogen venting system outside the shuttle's external fuel tank. Managers scrubbed the launch for at least 96 hours.

Saturday June 13, 2009 - 12:23 EST

Are VLTs Class II Slot Machines? Like everyone else, I immensely enjoy your columns on slots (that's all I play) and the recent ones on classes of machines were of particular interest.

News archive for 2009-06-13

160 news found

IIFA Sideshow