Article Archives for 2010-01-25

The Nooksack tribe is in court with its lender; the Snoqualmie tribe's new casino east of Seattle is in trouble; and the Skokomish tribe has already closed its casino.

MAKING OF A SUPERPOWER

In the 1990s, many predicted that by 2010 India would be a superpower. Are we now or likely to be one in the foreseeable future? What is a superpower? For some centuries, Britain commanded the world. After World War II, the Soviet Union and the United States of America were competing superpowers.

Editorial / Poll: Greyhound track ... old idea getting new legs

Season. Offseason.Southwest Florida has been working to leave those concepts behind as we move toward more of a year-round economy and sense of community.There is a throwback in the news as the Naples-Fort Myers Greyhound Track in Bonita Springs resorts to a seasonal schedule that calls for racing in the winter and spring, while the dogs head east for the summer and fall.Track officials say the ...

Debt-laden tribal casinos falling victim

SEATTLE, Jan. 24 (UPI) -- Once-prosperous Washington state Indian tribal casinos are hurting financially thanks to the recession and high debt loads, statistics indicate.

Mel Gibson still has the "Edge"

Taking on his first lead role since 2002's "Signs," Mel Gibson returns to form in "Edge of Darkness" as an agonized homicide detective determined to avenge the murder of his only daughter, uncovering corporate corruption and political conspiracy in the process.

Elsewhere in Taiwan

A police was shot into paraplegic by a gangster at around 3;00 a.m. yesterday when trying to arrest the gangster suspected of stealing a car found in Yuanli Township of Miaoli County, according to police sources.

Popular art fair revived

TUCSON, AZ (KOLD) - The show will go on for the Southwest Indian Art Fair. For 16 years, the Arizona State Museum has hosted the festival. But this past year, the museum announced it would cancel the fair because of severe state budget cuts.

Festival's deficit, talent, under fire

HAMMOND | The city's Festival of the Lakes is under fire for itsannual deficit and the diversity of featured talent.

Sundance: Docs on $$ in D.C., paparazzi

By Owen Gleiberman Owen Gleiberman on ''Casino Jack and the United States of Money,'' ''Smash His Camera,'' and Afghanistan combat film ''Restrepo''

Northern Winz Casino in Box Elder Sees Boost in Sales Thanks to Smoking Ban

Gambling in Montana has fallen dramatically over the last few months and it has a lot to do with the Clean Indoor Air Act. But the Northern Winz Casino in Box Elder has actually seen a sales increase since the smoking ban passed last October.

Letters: War heroes

Congratulations to the Government for finally acknowledging the vital role played by the women who worked in Sheffield's steel factories during the Second World War (report, 14 January). But the far greater contribution of Birmingham's factory workers continues to be overlooked.

Singapore seeing more public demonstrations

By Seah Chiang Nee from The Star (Malaysia) NOT usually known for speaking up, people in this legalistic society have turned a bit more aggressive in fighting for their rights in public. This is largely due to the infusion of 1.25 million foreigners in the past five years, which has partly altered the texture of society. The outspokenness [...]

Profile: Joe Lewis, billionaire investor

THE billionaire investor in pubs group Mitchells & Butlers, Joe Lewis, is notoriously publicity shy.

Christie advisers call for casino regulatory reform, marketing of Atlantic City

Advisers to Gov. Chris Christie have called for casino regulatory reform, a public-private Atlantic City marketing initiative and possible state intervention in city government as ways to save New Jersey’s casino industry from competition and its “failed” business model.

PartyGaming talks up Bwin merger odds

• Online poker group in discussion with sports betting rival Bwin • PartyGaming merger would deliver commanding position The online poker group PartyGaming is understood to be in talks with its Austrian sports betting rival Bwin about a merger that could be worth more than £2bn and give it some much-needed clout in internet sports betting. The two companies are believed to have been in ...

BLOTTER: Police reports published Jan. 25

Police are investigating a theft from a car in the 2600 block of Niagara Avenue.

Ship could find home in Port of Palm Beach

The Bahamas Celebration Cruise Line may be coming to the Port of Palm Beach...

Scott Mendelson: HuffPost Weekend Box Office Review: Avatar Wins Again, Surpasses Dark Knight With Titanic in its Sights

The big engine that could took in $36 million for a record sixth weekend. Internationally, it's just $68 million away from Titanic's seemingly insurmountable $1.842 billion record. Wow... just wow.

NEWS / AKTUELLES

Casino, der französische Lebensmitteleinzelhändler, hat die Verstaatlichung seiner Läden in Venezuela als "fast null" in der Wirkung auf die Gewinne abgetan.

Tribal Casinos No Longer A Sure Bet

Tribal casinos in Washington state are no longer a sure bet.

Oddsmakers favor Colts over Saints

Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the Super Bowl. Oddsmaker Sean Van Patten of Las Vegas Sports Consultants said the firm gave that line after watching New Orleans struggle to beat the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC championship

Wranglers Can't Stop Steelheads, 8-5

Boise, ID - The Las Vegas Wranglers© (17-20-4, 38 Points) were defeated by the Idaho Steelheads (27-11-2, 56 Points) 8-5 in front of 3,026 fans Sunday night at the Qwest Arena. Forwards Tyler Spurgeon and Evan Barlow led the way for Idaho with three goals each.

Education Department now watches its costs

CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Sometimes in this business, you wonder if anyone out there is paying attention to anything youre writing. So it was gratifying to learn that the Department of Education is revamping its continuing professional education program -- in p...

Vegas: Colts open as 4-point favorites in Super Bowl

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the Super Bowl.

Indy Favored to Win Super Bowl Over New Orleans

Nevada casinos make Indianapolis a 4-point favorite over New Orleans in Feb. 7 Super Bowl NewOrleans - New Orleans Saints - sport - Indianapolis - NFL

Atlantic City casinos pull back on horse-racing bets

ATLANTIC CITY — Casinos thought they had a winning combination when simulcast betting was introduced in 1993.

Students participate in Freeze X Fest, push each other on the slopes

They are the type of friends who push each other to greatness in the classroom with the same enthusiasm while flying on snow.

Day apologised to Kizon for Adultshop.com's performance

Adultshop.com boss Malcolm Day apologised to alleged insider trader John Kizon after shares in the company fell late in January 2002 a district court jury was told today.

Women’s farming conference slated for Feb 4-5

This year’s Overall Women Conference, set for Feb. 4 and 5 atthe Isle of Capri Hotel and Casino in Bettendorf, offers a widerange of workshops and learning opportunities.

Senior Activities in Whittier: Blood pressure screening offered every Thursday

The Uptown Senior Center conducts blood pressure screenings at 10 a.m. every Thursday at the senior center, 13225 Walnut St.

EL: World Cup loser

BUFFALO City has failed to entice any World Cup teams to use East London as a base camp after an official Fifa document leaked to the Dispatch revealed that hopes of hosting Cameroon have been dashed.

Former western Ky. city weighs reincorporation

A one-time western Kentucky city is weighing whether to reincorporate, less than two years after voters dissolved the municipality.

CITY BEAT: Years later, nothing gained in Press Box closing

Available — That’s what it says on the hand-written sign in the front window of the old Press Box restaurant on Niagara Street. Remember the Press Box?Dollar bills tacked to the walls.

Chills and Thrills: Thousands attend second Freeze X Fest

Jake Bedder is not your average 11-year-old. He has dedicated more than half his life to competitive snowboarding. On Saturday, the Pinckney native topped his age division in the USA Snowboarding Association Rail Jam during the second Freeze X Fest at Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort.

Work on North Shore Connector to close intersection

Work on the North Shore Connector will close most of the intersection of Allegheny Avenue and Reedsdale Street until February, Port Authority officials said.

Poker tournament toasts slain Trump Taj Mahal worker's memory

Tournament players applaud Sunday as Nancy Kot opens the first annual Ray Kot Poker Open in the poker room at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City.

Possible Second Life for Stalled Xanadu Project? Consider Trip to ‘Jersey Shore’

The administration of Christopher J. Christie said Xanadu appeared to be a “failed business model,” so why not borrow on the success of the MTV reality show?.

Cherokee County seeking comments on motel tax

COLUMBUS, Kan. — The Cherokee County commissioners today will discuss ideas for a hotel and motel guest tax with residents and hotel and motel owners.

Authorities investigate death of local man

A death investigation is underway in Williamson County, Illinois after deputies found a 64-year-old man deceased inside a home Sunday.

Police Beat: Jan. 24, 2010

To report a crime or suspicious activity in your neighborhood, call the Naples Police and Fire Department at 213-4844, the Collier County Sheriff’s Office at 774-4434, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at (239) 477-1000 or the Marco Island Police Department at 389-5050.Deputies: Burglary, grand theft sends man back to jailA Golden Gate man who was on probation is back in jail.John Joseph Adams, 26 ...

It's time for the buy-in at poker room

Pensacola Greyhound Track's poker room, slated to open this week, is having a welcomed economic impact on the area's economy.

Archie’s boy could end N.O.’s dreams

Who dat say dey gonna beat dem Saints?

Australia Day Honours

For service to marine engineering and naval architecture, particularly through education and the development of professional standards, and to the community.

'The Runaways' at Sundance

By Owen Gleiberman Owen Gleiberman reacts to festival screening of '70s rock biopic with Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning

Exclusive: Martin Campbell on the Edge of Darkness

ComingSoon.net talks with director Martin Campbell ( Casino Royale , Goldeneye ) about his new conspiracy thriller Edge of Darkness , starring Mel Gibson, which revisits material Campbell previously directed 25 years ago when it was a BBC television mini-series. It opens nationwide on January 29.

Dragonfish Signs Agreement With Lex Online Entertainment

LONDON, January 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Dragonfish (http://www.dragonfishtech.com), the independent B2B division of 888 Holdings Plc, today announces an agreement with Lex Online Entertainment Limited, a subsidiary of Centric Multimedia SA ('Centric'), for the provision of online casino and poker.

Lake County Sheriff's logs: Sunday, Jan. 3

Occurred at Kelsey Creek Mobile Home Park on Live Oak Dr. . HEAVY STATIC ONLY Service Class: RESD Disposition: FALSE ALARM. Occurred on Hudson Av. INTERMITTANT STATIC AND HUMMING NOISE ONLY Service Class: RESD Disposition: CHECKS OK.

Tohono O’odham chairman says casino plans will go on

By Howard Fischer Capitol Media Services PHOENIX — Saying the Tohono O’odham Nation is entitled to do what it is doing, tribal Chairman Ned Norris Jr. told Gov. Jan Brewer it has no intent on killing its plans for a new casino in Glendale. “ The Nation has spent a great deal of time and resources on this site,” Norris wrote to the governor on Friday. Norris pointed out the 135 acres the tribe ...

CryptoLogic Licenses at Least 10 of Its Innovative Betting Games to Bet24

Deal further expands company's presence in the Scandinavian market

Week Ahead: Public meetings on the Central Coast

Today Morro Bay City Council. 6 p.m. Veterans Memorial Building, 209 Sur

Indianapolis favored to win Super Bowl over New Orleans

LAS VEGAS (AP) - Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the Super Bowl.

Caesars Palace in Vegas launching iPhone app, mobile check-in

LAS VEGAS - Casino officials at Caesars Palace say they are launching a new iPhone app and allowing guests to check into the Las Vegas Strip resort through text messaging. ...

Picasso Painting Ripped After Visitor Bumps Into Museum Exhibit

Jan. 25 (Bloomberg) -- A Picasso painting, worth more than $130 million by some estimates, was gouged on Friday at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art when a museumgoer fell into the artwork, leaving a six-inch gash.

Super Bowl: Colts open as four-point favorites

LAS VEGAS — Peyton Manning and the Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the Super Bowl.

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-25 05:54 Hong Kong, China stocks fall; BOC slips

By Sui-Lee Wee and Lu Jianxin

Queen Greeley gets win in El Paso Times Stakes at Sunland Park Racetrack

SUNLAND PARK - Trainer Todd Fincher had hoped a change in strategy for Queen Greeley would pay dividends.

Tom Glavine's Spring Training

For the 18th straight year, Tom Glavine is hosting "Tom Glavine's Sping Training" to benefit the Georgia Transplant Foundation.

25th Senate hopefuls differ on gambling

Sean Michels says he could possibly support letting Chicago have a casino, under certain circumstances.

Seniors column

SENIORS EVENTSParkview Care Center, 2819 N. St. Joseph Ave., will have a free bingo and brunch for seniors at 10 a.m. Friday. Seating is limited. For reservations, call (812) 424-2941.Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Southwestern Indiana Regional Council on Aging's Activity Center at 16 W. Virginia St.The menu will consist of sliced pork loin with gravy, stuffing, Normandy blend ...

Biomass plant foes will meet on Tuesday

Scott County residents working to stop development of a biomass power plant will hold an informational meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at First Southern Baptist Church in Scottsburg.

Restarting Financial Reform

President Obama’s proposal for new limits on the size and activities of big banks could separate the casino of Wall Street from the system on which everyone relies.

Hong Kong, China stocks fall; BOC slips

* Chinese banks fall on BOC fundraising plans

Daniels puts brakes on private Warrick TIF | LEGISLATIVE NOTEBOOK

INDIANAPOLIS —It's nothing personal, but no way. That's what Gov. Mitch Daniels essentially said about Village Earth, the educational attraction developers want to build in rural northern Warrick County. A team wants state lawmakers to let them capture more than $150 million in sales tax revenue from the hotels, restaurants and retailers it believes would crop up around the indoor-outdoor ...

NFL Capsules: Who dat? Archie's boy waiting for Super Saints

Who dat say dey gonna beat dem Saints? Well, Archie’s boy might have something to say about that. In a stunning turn of events , the team led through its formative years by a strong-armed quarterback named Archie Manning has finally made it to the Super Bowl. And look who’s standing in the way of the first NFL championship in New Orleans’ largely forgettable 43-year history as a pro football city.

How To Win Games Of Risk

How you play the game is all important.

Rogers Hotel Sold for $20

WHEELING - Not too many people can buy a hotel for $20, but Purple Properties LLC of Ritchie County, W.Va., managed to scoop up the former Rogers Hotel for just such a price.

Flintco official mentor of San Carlos Apache Enterprise

SAN CARLOS, Ariz. – Mescal Mountain Materials, LLC, a San Carlos Apache tribal sand and gravel enterprise overseen by the Gilson Wash District Economic Enterprise and The Flintco Companies, Inc., a Native American-owned construction company, have executed a mentor-protégé agreement approved by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Milford Theater restoration advocate inspired by memories of its past

Every month for three years, Realtor Davis Chant called the attorney for Milford Theater owner Joe Farruggio to ask if his client was getting closer to selling.

Hundreds seek work at table games job fair at Mount Airy

Hundreds of people turned up at Mount Airy Casio Resort on Sunday, looking to join in the wave of new jobs that will come with newly enacted table games legislation in Pennsylvania.

Monday January 25, 2010 - 00:01 EST

What kind of person is gambling one seat over from you? Harrah's Entertainment has long been commissioning biennial surveys profiling American gamblers.

Grand Rapids Business Journal gives Newsmaker Awards

Monday the Grand Rapids Business Journal is presenting its Newsmaker of the Year Awards.

Church construction ready to enter second phase

BULLHEAD CITY -Set on a hill on North Oatman Road, towering over Bullhead City, is the new St. Margaret Mary's church. “It says a lot about Bullhead City that the most dominant building in our town is not a casino,” quipped parish pastor, the Rev. Peter Dobrowski.

Couples at Reno wedding faire seek bouquets, bargains

Don't use the words 'wedding' and 'cheap' in the same sentence.

Steve Wyrick Theatre a dark monument to struggling Vegas showrooms

Last month, the grandly titled Steve Wyrick Theatre and Entertainment Complex went out of business — went dark, as they say in showbiz. But the lights are still on, night and day, blazing away. You’d never know that the theater is financially drained, and that the acts it housed, including Wyrick’s own “Real Magic,” have vanished. But that’s part of the illusion in Vegas entertainment — “we’ll ...

Shhh! Music stars work in secret at Palms studio

It takes about one minute to walk from the Palms' casino floor to its recording studio. Yet, tourists and locals never know that just a few walls separate them from the secretive Studio at the Palms, where Alicia Keys, Dave Matthews and a steady stream of stars write new music, day and night.

Bookstore to review policy for Hispanic workers

NEW HAVEN, Conn. | A popular bookstore and cafe near Yale University wants its many Hispanic employees to speak English only around customers, sparking controversy in immigrant-friendly New Haven, where students fight for immigrant rights. Atticus Bookstore and Cafe recently issued a policy stating that English should be the only language spoken on the floor and behind the counter. "Spanish is ...

Debt-free, Tropicana sees light after bankruptcy

Less than two years after its bankruptcy filing, Tropicana Entertainment’s debt has been wiped clean, and the company’s new owner, billionaire Carl Icahn, is injecting $150 million to pay creditors and upgrade properties.

Tribe allocates income toward roads, youth programs

The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe’s most recent semi-annual 2 percent distributions were directed toward several area projects, including road resurface plans and government-run youth programs.

Photos: Tropicana Las Vegas sees $125 million facelift

The Tropicana Las Vegas is in the midst of an overhaul and the head-to-toe makeover is starting to take shape.

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Nevada Women's Fund workshop to feature Joelle Jay

The Nevada Women's Fund will present an educational workshop on Friday featuring executive coach and leadership consultant Joelle Jay, Ph.D.

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-25 09:20 Hong Kong, China stocks fall; BOC slips

By Sui-Lee Wee and Claire Zhang

Readers' Corner: Jan. 25, 2010

Toby Nelson's messages from Haiti We haven't received anything for a couple days from the Rev. Toby Nelson, a chaplain and Nevada City resident who traveled to Haiti on Jan. 15 to help survivors of the earthquake that struck a few days before. His wife, Judy, did send this on Friday: "He did call this morning, and his voice sounded more rested and stronger. He said that his closed head injury is ...

Delmar casino zoning code to be read

DELMAR -- An ordinance proposing a zoning code revision for casinos will go in front of the Town Council tonight.

Applicants ante up for table games jobs at Mount Airy

PARADISE TWP. - Job seekers bet their future on the Mount Airy Casino Resort on Sunday. Michelle Moseley, Tatrina Brathwaite and more than 100 others anted up their résumés at a job fair at the Paradise Twp. casino. The slot-machine casino is hiring up t

Some casino staff told to leave

IT WILL be months before the first cards are dealt at Singapore's two casinos, but several employees have already been fired because of stringent rules that dictate who can work there.

Affordable Ski & Stay Getaways - Mon, 25 Jan 2010 PST

Finding the money for a ski getaway this time of year can be challenging. But it’s a great time to go as usually the really good snow—the kind that makes us emit uncontainable squeals of joy—doesn’t even fall until January or February. Luckily, area resorts have you covered—in great snow and great deals. Here’s a quick break-down.

Vegas: Colts 4-point faves

LAS VEGAS -- Peyton Manning and the Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the Super Bowl. Oddsmaker Sean Van Patten of Las Vegas Sports Consultants said the firm gave that line after watching New Orleans struggle to a 31-28 overtime victory over the Vikings in...

Clarity amidst crisis

IT IS difficult to envy Stephen Hester, the chief executive of the Royal Bank of Scotland, for his job.

More than half of lawmakers get $600 each from DelPark

The state's three casinos last year proved their prowess as a lobbying force in the Legislature, when they beat back proposals to increase the number of casinos and allow sports betting at new locations.

Mariah Carey Performs in Hollywood, Florida for Her “Angels Advocate Tour” + Info on Her Upcoming Champagne Line

Pop superstar Mariah Carey performed live in concert for her “Angels’ Advocate Tour” last Thursday night (Jan 21) at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. Mariah announced last week that she will be releasing her own brand of champagne very soon. And we all know how much [...]

Parica to be inducted in hall of fame

Jose “Amang” Parica, widely credited for leading the invasion of Filipino cue artists to the United States, will be inducted to the One Pocket Hall of Fame this Tuesday in Indiana.

Oddsmakers make Indy 41/2 point Super Bowl favorite

Colts established as 4-point favorites LAS VEGAS (AP) — Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the Super Bowl. Oddsmaker Sean Van Patten of Las Vegas Sports Consultants said the firm gave that line after watching New Orleans struggle to beat the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC championship game Sunday night. Las Vegas Sports Consultants ...

Don't Miss Chris MacDonald's Memories of Elvis in Concert 75th Birthday Bash with Guest D.J Fontana Elvis's Original ...

Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis in Concert with special guest star D.J Fontana Elvis’s original Drummer is coming to the Mattie Kelly Arts Center in Niceville Florida February 25,2010. In celebration of the life and music of Elvis Presley , Chris MacDonald lovingly brings back the magic of “the King or Rock-n-roll”. (PRWeb Jan 25, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb ...

Editorial: Restarting Financial Reform

Intellpuke: This editorial appeared in the New York Times edition for Sunday, January 24, 2009. In calling for new limits on the size and activities of big banks, President Obama has given the effort to enact serious financial regulatory reform something it lacked: a rational starting point.

News: Arash Usmanee; Coy Evans

Sensational junior lightweight prospect Arash Usmanee will make his debut in the United States on Friday, January 29, at the Mohegan Sun Casino, it was jointly announced today by Hennessy Sports and TKO Boxing Promotions.

Aussie Joe Bugner 50th Birthday Tribute Dinner

By Tony Nobbs - Heavyweight boxing icon "Aussie" Joe Bugner celebrates his sixtieth birthday on March 13 and Gold Coast fight promoter will host a special tribute dinner at the Jupiters Casino, Broadbeach.

Raiders' Stabler is Knights' next guest

Soon to be snaking his way up Redding is former Oakland Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler.The 15-year NFL veteran, who led the Raiders to the Super Bowl XI title in 1977, is the celebrity guest for the 17th annual Shasta College Celebrity Dinner/Auction on March 26 at Win-River Casino.Shasta College athletic director Gary Houser confirmed that Stabler was the guest late Friday."I'm really, really ...

Beneficial Holdings, Inc. Completes Paperwork for Share Dividend

MANAGUA, NICARAGUA--(Marketwire - 01/25/10) - Beneficial Holdings, Inc. (Pinksheets: BFHJ - News ), a casino investment and management holding company, today announced that it completed the necessary paperwork to effectuate the dividend of six shares for every one share that shareholders have. Now the Company will work with its transfer agent on obtaining the transfer agent verification. This ...

Loyalty Programs Dole Out Rewards but Fail to Fully Connect With Consumers Says New CMO Council Study

PALO ALTO, CA--(Marketwire - 01/25/10) - As more marketers turn to loyalty and rewards programs to spark business growth, a new report from the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Council report indicates that marketers are under-valuing these often costly programs even as customers give the perks, discounts, deals and additional service opportunities high marks. Both customers and marketers agree ...

The odds: Colts are early Super Bowl favorite

Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the Super Bowl.

Sundance

Good morning! continues ! Yesterday saw the premiere of The Runaways , the eponymous biopic of the all-girl hard rock band that spawned the careers of Lita Ford and Joan Jett .

Fire Reported at Ameristar Casino

Fire and emergency crews are at Ameristar Casino after reports of a fire on the roof there.

Chelsea Handler's Coming to Mohegan Sun

The quick-wittted talk show host and author of "Are You There, Vodka? It's Me Chelsea" is bringing her standup act to Mohegan Sun.

Seminole Hard Rock Selects SAS® Data Mining to Boost Gaming Revenue

CARY, N.C.----Using SAS® Enterprise Miner™ software from the leader in business analytics, Seminole Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos are surfacing customer gems once hidden among millions of database records.

Banks: where Obama leads we should follow

Today's meeting between the City minister, Lord Myners, and financial officials from around the world, including the World Bank, the IMF and the Bank of England, is part of a concerted attempt to prevent a repeat of the global financial crisis. Trying to co-ordinate international measures to deal with banking regulation is a formidable task, but a co-ordinated global response should be possible ...

Governor Riley, Milton McGregor at ends over gaming

MONTGOMERY, AL (WBRC) - A war of words is erupting between Governor Bob Riley and gaming businessman Milton McGregor. This comes as new TV ads are slamming former Jefferson County District Attorney David Barber over trips to a Mississippi casino.

Who's favored to win the Super Bowl?

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the Super Bowl. Oddsmaker Sean Van Patten of Las Vegas Sports Consultants said the firm gave that line after watching New Orleans...

Seneca Gaming secures extension on KeyBank credit line

Seneca Gaming Corp. said last week that it has extended its $50 million senior secured revolving line of credit with KeyCorp's KeyBank “on some of the most favorable terms in the industry.”

Why we're missing the point by chasing away the hedge funds

Ask a banker, or a hedge-fund manager, or a private equity titan what will happen if there is a hung Parliament or a narrow Labour victory in the spring, and he might predict sterling weakness or turbulence in the bond markets. And then he might go on to say: “But if Labour clings on, I won't be around in London to see it.”

Keeping an eye on cheats 24/7

New casinos are like magnets for potential scammers and cheats. And with their casinos opening this year, security will be critical for Singapore?s two integrated resorts.

Campus Event Picks, Jan. 25-30 2010

FOOD & DRINK Casino Night, Roone Arledge Auditorium, Lerner Hall. Thursday, Jan. 28, 8-12 p.m., $5 at the TIC. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres from the Culinary Society against the backdrop of classic casino games.

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Top 10 states for foreclosure

Inflated prices, toxic mortgages and unemployment combined to cause a foreclosure tsunami.

Missouri moves to shut down President Casino

The ailing President Casino may have just months to live.

Critic should understand madness

Posted 10:52 a.m. Mon., 01.25.10 - I'm not much of an admirer of the work of David Thomson, the critic, novelist and professional name-dropper, so I hadn't really made plans to read his latest book, "The Moment of Psycho," a critical study published to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Hitchcock's great film.

DelPark Pays Lawmakers Before Casino Votes: Report

More than half of the Delaware General Assembly received $600 each from the Delaware Park’s political action committee last year.

Monday January 25, 2010 - 11:46 EST

(PRESS RELEASE) -- The World Series of Poker Europe returns to ESPN2 on Sunday, Jan. 31, at 11 p.m. with a very unique event.

Alpine Resort Town's Uncomfortable Past

German ski resort represses memory of 1936 Winter Olympics. Ski resort - sport - Skiing - Winter Sports - Olympics

Super Bowl: Indianapolis opens as four-point favorite

LAS VEGAS — Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the Super Bowl.

The fall of a hedge-fund wunderkind

It was the sort of boom-era project that a developer had to love: 385 scenic acres in the Bahamas that would be transformed into a casino, hotels, luxury residences, a marina, and a golf course designed by Greg Norman.

Indian River County, updated Jan. 25

Looking Ahead NEW LISTINGOperation Constellation: Join an astronomer for a night of star-gazing. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive , Vero Beach, 7-9 p.m., Feb. 6. $3 adults, $1 children. Reservations: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.JANUARY EVENTS“Sin, Sex and the CIA”: Comedy. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2020 San Juan Ave., through Jan. 24 , (772) 562-8300.Fellsmere Frog-Leg ...

Kenny Chesney Returns to The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas

Country's Highest Energy Performer Rocks Four Shows May 14-15, July 2-3

Super Bowl XLIV: Line sets Indianapolis Colts as favorite over New Orleans Saints

Saints open as 4-point underdogs

Kehoe happy to bide her time

Emily Kehoe will be back in the saddle once her injuries heal after a fall on the Gold Coast.

Big Love: Define 'Incest'... [Recaps]

The fourth season of HBO's social drama just keeps getting bigger. Last night we saw a trip across the country, an accident that brought two fringe cultures together (sort of), and a wild and...

Grand Canyon wins again

THE consistent Grand Canyon continued on his winning way to set the time standard of 22.95s when Casino greyhound racing resumed at Queen Elizabeth Park last Friday.

Singing contest today, Sunday

Officials with Wind Creek Casino & Hotel are putting their own spin on one of today’s top reality television shows, “American Idol.” For the winner, it will pay big dividends, possibly changing their life forever.

Pinnacle May Lose Missouri Casino

Pinnacle may have its license revoked for one of its Missouri casinos.

Super Bowl: Nevada casinos favor Colts over Saints

Tribal casinos no longer sure bet in Washington

SEATTLE - Tribal casinos in Washington state are no longer a sure bet, with revenues at some casinos dropping as much as 30 percent in 2009, The Seattle Times reported Sunday. The Nooksack tribe is in court with its lender. The Snoqualmie tribe is struggling to make payments on its gleaming new casino east of Seattle. And the Skokomish tribe simply closed its casino last fall rather than lose ...

IGT Donwgraded on Product Replacement

IGT is downgraded to neutral from buy.

Monday January 25, 2010 - 10:31 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- MGM Mirage is laying the groundwork for an initial public offering on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The listing could raise up to $1 billion and could hasten the casino operator's exit from the sagging Atlantic City gaming market.

Clumsy art lover smashes into £80million Picasso painting in U.S. museum... leaving a six-inch gash

The woman was visiting the Metropolitan Museum in New York when she 'lost her balance' and crashed into the artwork, causing a 6in gash.

St. Mary Parish Arrest Report: January 25, 2010

Date: January 25, 2010 According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 72 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 118 complaints and reports the following arrests: Vontrell R. Loston 22 yoa of 100 A.B. Martin Road, Jeanerette was arrested on 1-22-2010 at 7:39 pm on a warrant for Iberia Parish for Failure to Appear on the charge of Theft. Agents were patrolling the Bayou Vista area, when they ...

SenSource Introduces Its First TCP/IP Thermal Imaging Counter

YOUNGSTOWN, OH--(Marketwire - January 25, 2010) - SenSource is pleased to introduce the most innovative and accurate addition to their extensive array of people counting products. The new Thermal Imaging Counter with TCP/IP Connectivity allows for even greater accuracy of counting, more flexibility for entryways and decreased hardware at the facility/store level.

Small Fire Causes Stir At Ameristar Casino

A fire in the flue of one of the restaurants inside the Ameristar Casino forced the evacuation of guests for a short time Monday morning.

Mel Gibson Returns to the Big Screen

Work to begin on hydroelectric power turbine

SMITHLAND, Ky. (AP) - Officials in a western Kentucky county say construction is expected to begin in spring or summer on an Ohio River hydroelectric power turbine.

Barack Obama ban is a tough call for London

The Kennedy administration's decision in the early Sixties to put a ceiling on how much interest could be paid by banks within the US was instrumental in spurring them to open branches in London so they could operate in the Eurodollar market.

Ahead of the Bell: Analyst reduces IGT's rating

(AP:NEW YORK) Softness in regional gaming markets and International Game Technology's view of product replacements led a Goldman Sachs analyst to lower his investment rating on the gambling machine maker's rating on Monday.

Smart, CDO fives score

SMART-Cagayan de Oro and Oro Grande drew first blood in the opening games of the Nokia National Basketball Training Center D-League recently at the Xavier University Gym in Cagayan de Oro City.

Rainy Pocono Monday: Table game jobs, and what it costs to run a shelter

We start our week with one big rainstorm. We've got

Online advertising pushed

AN ONLINE advertising network has encouraged Cebu-based industries to engage in online advertising to become fully competitive in today’s digital environment. read more

Regulatory and Medtech Business Experts Will Reveal How the FDA's 510(k) Programs Are Changing at Elsevier's 'IN3 WEST ...

Largest Annual Strategic Partnership and Investment Meeting Follows 'Medical Device Investor Day' at Same Venue on March 3rd

FireKeepers chefs compete for new dish

FireKeepers Casino is pitting its top chefs against each other for a chance to add a new dish to the menu at Nibi, the Emmett Township casino’s fine dining restaurant.

FireKeepers employees trained to spot addiction

FireKeepers Casino has partnered with the Michigan Association on Problem Gambling to train more than 200 of its senior employees to spot gambling addiction in its customers, according to a news release from the casino.

CB, NB mayors will speak at forum

Coos Bay Mayor Jeff McKeown and North Bend Mayor Rick Wetherell are this week’s guest speakers at the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Independent Business Operators luncheon.

Glendale, tribe remain at odds over casino a year later

Sides still at impasse over Tohono O'Odham's proposal to build one of state's largest resorts.

Weekend Rundown: Hill Victorious in Return from Leg Injury

The warned Corey Hill his mixed martial arts career might be over. He had other ideas. More than a year after he suffered a gruesome injury inside the UFC’s Octagon, Hill defeated Jason Trzewieczynski by unanimous decision in a featured lightweight bout at Raging Wolf 6 on Saturday at the Seneca Niagara Casino and Hotel in Niagara Falls, N.Y.

Ed Gurowitz: If we don't change our direction

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev -The report commissioned by the Washoe County Department of Community Development that was issued in December could not be more clear or more dire in its implications for Incline Village and Crystal Bay. The independent consulting firm that carried out the study lists 10 findings in its report, the first of which is that "Housing is out of reach of most of the Incline ...

MMA rolls into The Rock for Richmond's debut amateur event

Blood, sweat and bodies hit the canvas Saturday night as amateur fighters from BC and Alberta lit up the cage at the River Rock Casino in Richmond for Manny Sobral's MMA at the Rock. Upwards of 1000 people filled the venue as 16 amateur athletes did battle in the first amateur mixed martial arts event in a city known for being the location of Canada's first martial arts dojo.

John Legend on his Haiti telethon song

By Nicole Sperling At Sundance for documentary ''Waiting for Superman,'' singer tells how George Clooney and YouTube led to his performance of ''Motherless Child''

Morning headlines: Chrissy Steltz face surgery, Oregon's rich, zoo history, stoves for Haiti, casinos

Chrissy Steltz, who lost her face to a shotgun blast, to undergo second surgery. Oregon's rich getting richer and all others falling behind, wage study shows. Oregon Zoo gains a trunkful of history. Cottage Grove company sends 'rocket stoves' to Haiti. Washington tribes watch casino revenues drop.

Ricky Williams to Host Super Bowl Party, "Tribute to Freedom," in Honor of Military Families

----Ricky Williams Fantasy4Charity: When: February 3, 2010 Where: PASSION NIGHT CLUB Hard Rock Seminole Hotel & Casino Time: 8:00 p.m. Contact: Rod Smith 602-625-9547

Jobbed: Five Jobs That Pay $100k or More

Our weekly look at employment openings with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Colts vs. Saints: Let the betting begin

Sports books gave Indianapolis 8-1 odds to win the Super Bowl at the start of the season, compared with 18-1 for New Orleans.

JACOB LEE BAND: Hot Rock for a Frigid Festival

Rising rockers The Jacob Lee Band will warm up the crowds gathered in Storm Lake for the first Extreme Winter Fest, taking the stage Saturday night, Feb. 6, at AmVets. Showtime is 9 p.m. King's...

Missouri may seek closure of President Casino

One of the first casinos to open after Missouri legalized casino gambling in 1993 could be shut down by the summer, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday. The filing included a letter from Missouri Gaming Commission... Gambling - Missouri - Games - U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission - Casinos

Arnel Pineda Live In Cebu

Cebu City Vice Mayor Michael Rama welcomes Mr. Juanito “Ito” Novencido (above left) in his office during a courtesy call on January 13, 2010.

Graves County women arrested for allegedly stealing school funds

MAYFIELD, Ky. – According to the Kentucky State Police, a Graves County woman has been arrested today after a three month criminal investigation.

Riley Taps John Tyson For Antigambling Task Force

Riley announced Monday that Tyson would replace David Barber, who stepped down as director of the governor's task force after disclosing he had won $2,300 at an Indian casino in Mississippi. more

State May Seek Closure of President Casino

The Missouri Gaming Commission staff is recommending closure of the President Casino in St. Louis. A letter from Gaming Commission executive director Gene McNary to casino owner Pinnacle Entertainment was part of a Securities and Exchange Commission filing on Monday. The letter says commission staff will recommend at a meeting on Wednesday that the casino close as of July 1.

Mobile County DA John Tyson takes over antigambling task force

MONTGOMERY -- Mobile County District Attorney John Tyson Jr. is the new leader of the governor's Task Force on Illegal Gambling, officials announced today. Tyson, a Democrat, said he will continue working as district attorney while heading the task force. His appointment as task force leader went into effect immediately.

Riley taps Mobile DA for antigambling task force

Gov. Bob Riley has chosen Mobile County District Attorney John Tyson to lead his antigambling task force.

Hollywood Casino Brings World Poker Tour(R) National Televised Event to Lawrenceburg

Hollywood Casino Lawrenceburg, home of the Midwest's largest poker room, is now accepting registration for the inaugural Hollywood Poker Open, a series of 28 events held over 21 action-filled days, March 4-24. Â The $10,000 buy-in World Poker TourÂ® Main Event, March 20-24, will be the first WPT championship event held in the Midwest and will feature a final table on March 24 that will be filmed ...

Riley appoints Mobile County DA John Tyson to head task force

Tyson said he will continue to serve as district attorney while leading the governor's task force.

Monday January 25, 2010 - 13:47 EST

ENGLAND -- Confidential records of millions of Ladbrokes British gamblers were touted to the Mail on Sunday newspaper by a mysterious Australian, the Mail on Sunday reported.

Monday January 25, 2010 - 13:46 EST

We all appreciate what Bryan Bailey and the folks at Casinomeister do (including Bailey's trusty Robot, Vortan).

Colts favored to win Super Bowl over New Orleans

LAS VEGAS - Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts opened as a four-point favorite to beat New Orleans in the...

'Big Love': Making contact

Sometimes, all it takes is a little connection to get things moving.

Colts Favored to Beat Saints in Super Bowl

Citing Indy's High-Powered Offense and New Orleans' Struggle to Beat Vikings, Casinos Favor Colts by 4 Points

Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe welcomes new chief justice

ONAMIA, Minn. – The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe recently announced band member Rayna Mattinas as the new Chief Justice and District III Appellate Justice of the band’s tribal court. Chief Executive Marge Anderson nominated Mattinas, and the Band Assembly ratified the nomination.

IGT Drags Down Sector

IGT is downgraded to neutral from buy.

Pa. lawmakers to probe casino group's activities

(AP:HARRISBURG, Pa.) A joint state House-Senate committee hearing will be looking into the activities of a casino trade association headed by a former Pennsylvania Supreme Court chief justice.

ABA selects new board members

The American Bus Association (ABA) elected new members to its board of directors during its opening ceremonies for the Capital Region Marketplace 2010 at the Gaylord National.

State wants President Casino shut down

Players speak out on proposed casino

Battle lines are being drawn over the Tohono O'odham Nation's casino and resort plans.

Plainfield: The smoldering hedge fund

Vince Cable: banks should be broken up due to unique British over-reliance

Vince Cable, the Liberal Democrat economic spokesman, has said that British-based banks should be broken up regardless of events elsewhere because of this country's unique over-reliance on the financial sector.

Everyone's a Critic: Met Visitor Falls On, Rips Picasso

A woman visiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art tripped and fell into a $130 million Picasso, tearing a six-inch gash in the masterpiece.

News archive for 2010-01-25

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Washington tribes watch casino revenues drop

MAKING OF A SUPERPOWER

Editorial / Poll: Greyhound track ... old idea getting new legs

Debt-laden tribal casinos falling victim

Mel Gibson still has the "Edge"

Elsewhere in Taiwan

Popular art fair revived

Festival's deficit, talent, under fire

Sundance: Docs on $$ in D.C., paparazzi

Northern Winz Casino in Box Elder Sees Boost in Sales Thanks to Smoking Ban

Letters: War heroes

Singapore seeing more public demonstrations

Profile: Joe Lewis, billionaire investor

Christie advisers call for casino regulatory reform, marketing of Atlantic City

PartyGaming talks up Bwin merger odds

BLOTTER: Police reports published Jan. 25

Ship could find home in Port of Palm Beach

Scott Mendelson: HuffPost Weekend Box Office Review: Avatar Wins Again, Surpasses Dark Knight With Titanic in its Sights

NEWS / AKTUELLES

Tribal Casinos No Longer A Sure Bet

Oddsmakers favor Colts over Saints

Wranglers Can't Stop Steelheads, 8-5

Education Department now watches its costs

Vegas: Colts open as 4-point favorites in Super Bowl

Indy Favored to Win Super Bowl Over New Orleans

Atlantic City casinos pull back on horse-racing bets

Students participate in Freeze X Fest, push each other on the slopes

Day apologised to Kizon for Adultshop.com's performance

Women’s farming conference slated for Feb 4-5

Senior Activities in Whittier: Blood pressure screening offered every Thursday

EL: World Cup loser

Former western Ky. city weighs reincorporation

CITY BEAT: Years later, nothing gained in Press Box closing

Chills and Thrills: Thousands attend second Freeze X Fest

Work on North Shore Connector to close intersection

Poker tournament toasts slain Trump Taj Mahal worker's memory

Possible Second Life for Stalled Xanadu Project? Consider Trip to ‘Jersey Shore’

Cherokee County seeking comments on motel tax

Authorities investigate death of local man

Police Beat: Jan. 24, 2010

It's time for the buy-in at poker room

Archie’s boy could end N.O.’s dreams

Australia Day Honours

'The Runaways' at Sundance

Exclusive: Martin Campbell on the Edge of Darkness

Dragonfish Signs Agreement With Lex Online Entertainment

Lake County Sheriff's logs: Sunday, Jan. 3

Tohono O’odham chairman says casino plans will go on

CryptoLogic Licenses at Least 10 of Its Innovative Betting Games to Bet24

Week Ahead: Public meetings on the Central Coast

Indianapolis favored to win Super Bowl over New Orleans

Caesars Palace in Vegas launching iPhone app, mobile check-in

Picasso Painting Ripped After Visitor Bumps Into Museum Exhibit

Super Bowl: Colts open as four-point favorites

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-25 05:54 Hong Kong, China stocks fall; BOC slips

Queen Greeley gets win in El Paso Times Stakes at Sunland Park Racetrack

Tom Glavine's Spring Training

25th Senate hopefuls differ on gambling

Seniors column

Biomass plant foes will meet on Tuesday

Restarting Financial Reform

Hong Kong, China stocks fall; BOC slips

Daniels puts brakes on private Warrick TIF | LEGISLATIVE NOTEBOOK

NFL Capsules: Who dat? Archie's boy waiting for Super Saints

How To Win Games Of Risk

Rogers Hotel Sold for $20

Flintco official mentor of San Carlos Apache Enterprise

Milford Theater restoration advocate inspired by memories of its past

Hundreds seek work at table games job fair at Mount Airy

Monday January 25, 2010 - 00:01 EST

Grand Rapids Business Journal gives Newsmaker Awards

Church construction ready to enter second phase

Couples at Reno wedding faire seek bouquets, bargains

Steve Wyrick Theatre a dark monument to struggling Vegas showrooms

Shhh! Music stars work in secret at Palms studio

Bookstore to review policy for Hispanic workers

Debt-free, Tropicana sees light after bankruptcy

Tribe allocates income toward roads, youth programs