Article Archives for 2010-02-04

NEW YORK (Feb. 3, 2010) – One night before two-time world champion Edwin Valero (26-0, 26 KOs) defends his World Boxing Council (WBC) lightweight crown against WBC 135-pound interim titleholder Antonio DeMarco (23-1-1, 17 KOs) in Monterrey, Mexico, on SHOWTIME® (9 p.m. ET/PT), once-beaten Freddy “El Riel’’ Hernandez (27-1, 18 KOs), of Lynwood, Calif., will take on former world champion, southpaw ...

This Wednesday: Super Channel To Show Manfredo vs Vanda, Remillard vs Lora

TORONTO, CANADA (February 3, 2010) Canada’s Super Channel will broadcast an evening of action packed professional boxing this Wednesday night, February 3rd, featuring NABF Title bouts between middleweights Peter Manfredo Jr., and Matt Vanda and featherweights Matt Remillard and Rafael Lora in addition to sensational Canadian prospect Arash Usmanee.

Broomfield upcoming events -- Feb. 4

Upcoming events in and around Broomfield

The Beez Foundation to host gala and casino night at Martinsville Inn with WNBC newscaster

MARTINSVILLE — The Beez Foundation, a non-profit organization created to help fight brain cancer in kids, will be hosting its Annual Awards Gala with a Casino Night theme on Saturday, February 20th at the Martinsville Inn from 7 p.m. to...

Rossford hosts forum on decrepit school buildings

Folks in Rossford may soon vote on a school bond issue to replace crumbing schools, but some worry about their proximity to Toledo's new casino.

Tabcorp First-Half Profit Falls on Slot Taxes, Racetrack Fees

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Tabcorp Holdings Ltd. , Australia’s biggest gambling company, said first-half profit declined 2 percent on higher taxes for slot machines and increased fees paid for its betting shop unit.

NV regulators endorse plan for Planet Hollywood

Nevada casino regulators have given preliminary approval for Harrah's Entertainment to acquire the Planet Hollywood Resort in Las Vegas. Under the deal endorsed Wednesday by the Gaming Control Board, Harrah's will acquire $306 million in debt at a discounted... Harrah's Entertainment - Nevada - Gaming Control Board - Las Vegas Nevada - Planet Hollywood

Langford on state audit: "Don't believe all the hype"

Atlantic City Mayor Lorenzo Langford holds a news conference Wednesday morning to discuss the findings detailed in a report released by the Office of the State Comptroller.

Premier Resorts 2010: Platinum Awards

The 18th at Pebble Beach Golf Links. At a time when most of us are getting by with less, GOLF Magazine is giving you more.

Premier Resorts 2010: Green Golf Awards

The Sunriver Resort includes buffer zones to keep treatments away from the rivers and wetlands. The Green movement is stronger than ever and so are commitments from top resorts to protecting resources.

Premier Resorts 2010: Resorts to Watch

The Valley Course at Bear Mountain Resort in Victoria, B.C. These resorts generated medal-winning numbers but garnered insufficient votes to meet our minimum threshold for consideration.

All in for Charity: Coops charity poker room doing well after first year

It's been a little more than a year since Coop's All in 4 Charity has been up and running in Ypsilanti and the Texas Hold'em poker to benefit community charities has been accomplishing just what is set out to do.

Tabcorp H1 down 2%, outlook uncertain

Tabcorp Holdings Ltd has posted a two per cent drop in half year profit and says it expects conditions to remain uncertain for the rest of the financial year.

Tribal officials go door to door to assess storm damage on reservation

EAGLE BUTTE -- Tribal officials prepared Wednesday to go door to door to assess needs on the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation, where some residents were still without electricity and running water nearly two weeks after an ice storm.

Paterson approval rating slips and faces questions on racetrack deal

ALBANY - After inching higher over the past few months, Gov. David Paterson's approval rating took a hit Wednesday, according to a pair of polls. A Marist College poll found 26 percent of registered voters rate the governor's performance as "excellent" or "good," down 5 percent since mid-January.

VictoryLand, Country Crossing supporters rally for the cause

MONTGOMERY—“Impeach Bob Riley” T-shirts were worn. American flags were waved. Multiple choruses of “We Shall Overcome” were sung. Children sat on the front steps of the state capitol holding signs that read “It’s my teacher getting laid off.“

2 dead, 8 hurt in vehicle crash into US casino

LAS VEGAS - A speeding vehicle crashed through the entrance of a hotel Wednesday in the southern Nevada resort town of Laughlin, killing two patrons and injuring at least eight others before getting wedged at a bank of slot machines, authorities said.

TKO Boxing on Canada’s Super Channel

Manfredo-Vanda, Remilard-Lora airs tonight!

There's Nothing More Elusive Than Ethics in Government

It goes on and on. Revelations about the incredible lack of good judgment -- and ethical lapses -- of our government officials seem to be growing. No wonder the citizens of New York have lost faith in...

Tabcorp profit squeezed by cash-strapped punters

Tabcorp reports a small drop in first-half net profit, as fees on horse races rose and punters had less to spend without government cash handouts.

Officer fired after arrest of prosecutor tries to get his job back

The Bossier City police officer who arrested former assistant district attorney Sherb Sentell for manhandling his wife at a casino testified today he had contact with Sentell a year and a half to two years earlier at the same casino, and had called to get Sentell a ride home. Officer Murray Wells' testimony came during a civil service board hearing in which one of the officers involved in ...

Wednesday February 03, 2010 - 17:16 EST

SANTA MONICA, California -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- The sixth season of HIGH STAKES POKER™ will premiere on GSN on Sunday, February 14, featuring a line-up of renowned poker champions, cash game specialists and promising up-and-comers, along with a brand-new look and feel for the show that puts viewers in the thick of the poker action.

Things to do in the River Bend

Die Laughing Dinner Theater, "Lucy Loves Ricky": 6:30 p.m., Holiday Inn Alton. $39.95; (618) 462-1122. Outlaw Nation: 6:30 p.m. doors, Pop's, Sauget, Ill. $8, Ticketmaster.com.

Chehalis Tribes, Country Music Band Telluride Announce Benefit Concert in Honor of Fallen Officers February 27.

The Chehalis Confederated Tribes will host a special benefit concert at Lucky Eagle Casino February 27, in memory of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty in recent months.

Paterson: Aqueduct racino group accepts conditions

Associated Press - February 3, 2010 4:55 PM ET ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - New York Gov. David Paterson says the consortium chosen to build and run video lottery terminals at Aqueduct Racetrack in...

Pawlenty says lottery game could pay for stadium

Gov. Tim Pawlenty floated ideas that could be used to "cobble together a package" to publicly finance a new Vikings stadium -- the first time he has done so.

Oscar Hopeful Anna Kendrick's Bubbly Celebration

Let the Oscar celebrations begin! Twilight star turned Up In the Air Academy Award hopeful Anna Kendrick toasted her nomination last night at RH restaurant at the Andaz Hotel...

Wednesday February 03, 2010 - 17:01 EST

QUEBEC, Canada -- Loto-Quebec has secured cabinet approval to set up an online gambling site, CTV reported. Loto-Quebec hope to offer alternative to the unregulated web-gambling market, said CTV.

2 dead, 6 hurt in vehicle crash into Nevada casino

LAS VEGAS (AP) - Police say two casino patrons are dead and eight people are hurt after a vehicle crashed through the entrance of a hotel in the southern Nevada resort town of Laughlin across from Bullhead City.

Development Committee Approves Casino Plan

The city's three-member Community Development Committee Tuesday night unanimously approved preliminary plans for the new Des Plaines casino. Their recommendation will be sent to the full city council, which will likely consider the billion dollar project on Tuesday, Feb. 16.

Suitability Study Close

Illinois Gaming Board investigators have yet to complete their suitability investigation into the key personnel involved in Midwest Gaming and Entertainment's planned Des Plaines casino.

Machines Worth The Gamble?

Prospect Hts. aldermen will soon be contacting local hotels and bars to gauge their interest in hosting video gaming machines in their facilities. Last year the state gave video gaming to go ahead but some communities have been slow to take a stance on the issue as they await more information.

Legality of Tyson’s appointment is questionable

The governor, attorney general and chief justice clearly have the authority to appoint “Supernumerary” (retired) District Attorneys to conduct investigations and perform other duties. But can the governor do the same with regard to district attorneys in active service?

May ballot will have Third Frontier issue at $700 million

Ohioans will be voting on two statewide issues in May: whether to move the location of a planned Columbus casino and whether to borrow $700 million to fund a program designed to develop high-tech jobs. The Ohio House and Senate today gave bipartisan support to placing a four-year, $700 million extension of the Third Frontier program on the May ballot.

Famous Vegas comedian headlines Casino Royale

Sometimes life and relationships should be looked at with a sense of humor, which famed comedian Rita Rudner will do at the third annual Casino Royale in greater Sedona. On Saturday, April 3, Rudner will entertain with her puckish smile, lethal wit and soft-spoken delivery to raise money for the Scorpion Read more...

Plan To Widen River Rd. Near Casino

Once the new Des Plaines casino opens in 2012, the 2,000 or so people who are expected to work at and visit the entertainment venue on a daily basis will somehow have to get there as quickly and as easily as possible.

SHARED BY YOU: Boonville Rotary Club plans Saturday trivia night

The Boonville Rotary Club is having its second annual trivia night Saturday. It will be held in the ballroom at the Isle of Capri Casino and Hotel.

Casino Plan On To Council

With final state suitability approval looming just over the horizon, members of the Des Plaines Plan Commission Monday night unanimously approved preliminary plans for the new $1 billion Des Plaines casino project on the city's far southeast corner near River Road and Devon Avenue.

Massac's Johnson named one of 50 national players of the year by Old Spice Red Zone

Massac County's Jarelle Johnson has been selected by Old Spice Red Zone as one of their 50 national high school football players of the year. As quarterback, Johnson led the Patriots to a SIRR Ohio Division championship and a berth in the IHSA state playoffs during his senior season.

Hughes Morton: Surfer, CORE Founder

Hughes Morton was a friend to nature and humanity, and an intimate part of so many people’s lives.

Mayweather inks May 1 fight vs Mosley

LAS VEGAS - Floyd Mayweather Jr. finalized a deal to fight Sugar Shane Mosley on May 1 in a welterweight bout at the MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas.

Lucky Group buys into California bank

The Lucky Group of Companies—a San Francisco-based diversified conglomerate founded by Rene Medina and principally operated by his sons, Rommel and Ruell—announced it has acquired controlling shares of Mission National Bank (MNB) from ATR KimEng (ATRK) Financial Corp., a Philippine company.

2 dead after speeding car careens into casino

A speeding vehicle crashed through the entrance of a hotel in a southern Nevada resort town, killing two casino patrons and injuring eight other people, police said.

Businessman pushes for music festival with audience of 50,000

Gulf Breeze bar owner Scott Wheatley is trying to persuade the Santa Rosa Island Authority that he has the fiscal and promotional might to stage a music festival on Pensacola Beach. The co-owner of The Bridge Bar and Sunset Lounge, Wheatley is...

Carpenters seek more public works projects

To keep as many carpenters working as possible during the economic downturn, union leaders have set their sights on public projects. They are lobbying various officials to fund public infrastructure projects to provide more work for union members.

New NLV mayor emphasizes progress

Be the change you wish to see in the world. This was the message North Las Vegas Mayor Shari Buck promoted during her first State of the City address Jan. 21.

Photo: Car crashes into casino in southern Nevada

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City of New Orleans considers demolishing the World Trade Center

The City of New Orleans is entertaining a new approach in its 12-year effort to redevelop the World Trade Center: demolishing the building. The Times-PicayuneThe city has concluded that the land beneath the iconic, 33-story building at the foot...

Alabama governor defends gambling task force

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Bob Riley said Wednesday he decided to crack down on gambling machines because some prosecutors in Alabama were unwilling to enforce gambling laws as electronic bingo games spread. Riley's tactics, including using hundreds...

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-02-04 01:01 Connecticut might securitize revs to get $1.3 bln

NEW YORK, Feb 3 (Reuters) - Connecticut could raise $1.3 billion for its new budget by securitizing various assets, including state charges on utility bills and lottery revenues, the treasurer said in a report issued on Wednesday. Treasurer Denise Nappier, who worked with Secretary of Policy and Management Robert Genuario on the report, said securitizing tobacco revenues from the settlement ...

Former dispatcher charged with stealing from police fund

BELLEVUE, Wash. – Prosecutors say a former Bellevue police dispatcher stole tens of thousands of dollars set aside for Bellevue's Police Benevolent Association. Friends and co-worker describe Pamela Rae Heide as likable and trustworthy.That is why so many people are surprised to learn she is charged with stealing more than $80,000 from the fund. The fund was established in 2004 to help fallen or ...

On the scene in Vegas: Sin City's Super Bowl stories

Wedged between the upscale Palms and the let-it-all-hang-out Rio, the Gold Coast casino survives on a steady diet of locals. Not the biggest, not the smallest, but the table games are good, the sportsbook has what you need and you usually don’t have ...

Silence speaks volumes in TFC camp

Sometimes the bigger story is who’s not talking rather than who is.

Best Show in Frisco: Chamber recognizes top talent (PHOTOS)

Nancy Lieberman has wowed a lot of audiences. And the Frisco Chamber of Commerce awards dinner gave the basketball star another opportunity to shine. “This is a great opportunity,” said Lieberman, the coach for Frisco’s new NBA D-League basketball team. “And I want to do more.”

Pocasset Wampanoags say casino is behind land deal

The state’s Commission on Indian affairs has requested that a 100-acre parcel of the Watuppa Reservation be put into trust, part of a plan, the Pocasset Wampanoag Indians say, to build a casino.

Table Games On The Way!

HARRINGTON, Del. - Casinos and the state of Delaware are placing their bets on table games. Harrington Raceway and Casino is already holding a job... Visit WMDT.com for the full story

Mayweather inks May 1 fight vs. Mosley

Floyd Mayweather Jr. finalized a deal to fight Sugar Shane Mosley on May 1 in a welterweight bout at the MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas. Mayweather (40-0, 25 KOs) agreed to the bout last week, but formally signed the contract on Wednesday for the former pound-for-pound champion's second fight back from a brief retirement.

East to west, 'Street Sounds' maps U.S. in audio

New online project aims to create an audio map of the country. It's a great way to relive the drama of a tropical Florida thunderstorm, amble through San Francisco's Chinatown, or visit that Connecticut Radio Shack you've always wanted to see.

Wind Creek Casino remains open

In the midst of gambling raids across the state, Wind Creek Casino in Atmore celebrates one year of operation. Yet, could this rural Indian run casino be next on the list for the Illegal Gambling Task Force?

Pawlenty: Lottery, taxes could pay for Vikes arena

Gov. Tim Pawlenty is pointing to lottery funds and user taxes as potential ways to pay for a new Vikings stadium. The Republican

8 more Pinoys arrived from Haiti

MANILA, Philippines - Eight more Filipinos evacuated from quake-ravaged Haiti arrived in the Philippines on Thursday.

2 dead after vehicle plows into Nevada casino

LAS VEGAS — A speeding car crashed through the entrance of a casino and into a bank of slot machines Wednesday in the southern Nevada resort town of Laughlin, killing two patrons and injuring at least eight other people, authorities said.

Tyson Sets Task Force's Sight on Atmore Casino

Alabama's illegal gambling czar says even Indian run casinos should be shut down.

CALENDAR for the week of Feb. 4, 2010

Indian Business and Professional Women and Silicon Valley Reads will host their annual book reading event at India Community Center in Milpitas on Feb. 21.

Golf Channel Am Tour Launches 2010 Season Following Tremendous Growth in 2009

Frank Nobilo and Brandel Chamblee, two of golf broadcasting’s most respected analysts, have extended their current contracts with Golf Channel, both agreeing to multi-year agreements that will keep them exclusively at the network through 2014.

Two Killed As Car Plows Through Laughlin Casino

LAS VEGAS - Two casino patrons are dead and six others hurt after a vehicle crashed through the entrance of a hotel in Laughlin.

Alabama needed anti-gambling force because some prosecutors failed to enforce laws, governor says

Governor continues to be criticized for actions on bingo

Pawlenty: Lottery, user taxes could pay for Vikings stadium

Gov. Tim Pawlenty is pointing to lottery funds and user taxes as potential ways to pay for a new Vikings stadium.

Member of 'Bird Rock Bandit' moves on

A La Jolla High school graduate who was at the scene of a ``Bird Rock Bandits'' group fight that resulted in the death of a professional surfer is now a dock worker in Gloucester, Mass., hoping to finish his business degree at the University of New Hampshire, his father said Wednesday.

Car slams into Laughlin casino, killing 2

LAS VEGAS — Two casino patrons were killed and nine injured Wednesday in the southern Nevada resort town of Laughlin when a driver smashed through the glass doors of the Edgewater Hotel & Casino and plowed into several banks of slot machines.

Tabcorp sets sights on Gold Coast

Gaming giant Tabcorp Holdings says it sees expansion opportunities in casinos in Queensland.

Ex-public defender faces charges in payroll scam

NEW ORLEANS - A former public defender printed $1 million in bogus payroll checks so he could gamble at casinos from Florida to California, sometimes using Web site logos to make the checks appear legitimate when co-conspirators cashed them, authorities sa...

Vehicle plows into Nevada casino, kills 2

A speeding car crashes through the entrance of a casino and into a bank of slot machine in Nevada's Laughlin, killing two patrons and injuring at least eight other people.

Vehicle plows into Nevada casino; two dead, eight hurt

'I don't think they ever saw it coming'

Toledo budget saga: all ideas are on the table

Income tax hike a probability

The Padre: Class checks in, but has soul checked out?

I'm the kind of gal who, waaay back in the day, was known to close out a night of bar-hopping at the Padre's Town Casino among an assortment of oddballs and characters, aglow from a cocktail or two, singing along as the piano player tinkled away. That room had vibe.

Arrest made in Gainesville drive-by shooting

GAINESVILLE, TX - Police arrested a man involved in a drive-by shooting that occurred last Wednesday.

Reno business owner pulls gun, thwarts alleged vehicle burglar

Steven Daughhetee was in his Reno motorcycle repair and performance shop about 4 a.m. Wednesday when he heard a suspicious noise from outside. He looked out his tinted shop windows and saw the back slider window on his truck was pried open.

Twin liners offer ultimate luxury

Royal Caribbean International will offer cruises around Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific and Asia with Rhapsody of the Seas and Legend of the Seas embarking on a range of itineraries until March 2011. Cruises will range from four to 18 nights, visiting more than 40 different ports.

Vehicle plows into Nevada casino; 2 dead, 8 hurt

Associated Press - February 3, 2010 6:45 PM ET LAUGHLIN, Nev. (AP) - Police say two casino patrons are dead and eight people are injured after a speeding vehicle crashed through the entrance of...

4 local sports books to take Super Bowl bets during TV commercials

Betting of the Super Bowl -- annually the biggest single event for Nevada's sports books -- has had a long-standing formula in Reno.

Hong Kong tycoons' wealth soars—Forbes

HONG KONG – Hong Kong's tycoons are worth a combined $135 billion, with many of the city's wealthiest people having boosted their fortunes with investments on the Chinese mainland, Forbes said Thursday.

New Bill Could Bring Sports Betting To Iowa

You may soon be able to put money on your favorite sports team legally in Iowa. That's because a new bill could bring sports betting to a casino near you. A committee of lawmakers approved it today, and it will soon advance to the state senate.

Range of fundraisers being held for Manchester's After Prom Event

Prom might still be months away, but the After Prom Committee has been busy planning for months, with the intention of hosting a safe evening for all the students of Manchester High School after prom on May 1.

Day packed with fundraisers, tours

Wednesday was another day in the Commonwealth for Gov. Deval Patrick.

Tabcorp First-Half Earnings Fall on Slot-Machine Tax (Update1)

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Tabcorp Holdings Ltd. , Australia’s biggest gambling company, said first-half profit declined 2 percent on higher taxes for slot machines at its casinos in Queensland state.

2 killed, 8 injured when car plows into Nevada casino

A speeding car crashed through the entrance of a casino and into a bank of slot machines Wednesday in the southern Nevada...

Consensus reached on draft of Natural Resources, Financial Rights and Revenue

The 15-member committee formed to study the concept papers of the thematic committees of the Constituent Assembly has arrived to agreement on the draft submitted by the Committee on the Distribution of Natural Resources, Financial Rights and Public Revenue.

Young pro seeks first KO at ShoBox

Friday night, the flashbulbs and cheers will be circling the boxing ring at the center of the Chumash Casino’s Samala Showroom. In the middle of the fray will be one of the Central Coast’s own.

NASA Extends Safety and Mission Assurance Contract at Marshall Space Flight Center in Alabama

Should Lincoln, Newport be full-fledged casinos?

PROVIDENCE — Four years after Rhode Islanders soundly rejected a proposal for a Narragansett Indian casino in West Warwick by a margin of 37-63, they may be asked to weigh in on whether Lincoln’s Twin River and Newport Grand should be established as full casinos.

Rossford residents debate renovating schools by new casino

The Hollywood Casino will be built by Penn-National within a mile of the high school.

Driver Arrested After Car Crashes Into Casino

A 70-year-old man is arrested in connection with a car crashing through the entrance of a Laughlin resort, killing two women and injuring at least seven others.

Glow-in-the-Dark Plants Are Highlight of International Space Station Science Briefing

Sports-entertainment panel lacks horse-race expertise

The majority of Gov. Chris Christie's new commission to study horse racing and the state's sports and entertainment industries is made up of transition team members who recently presented scathing assessments of the racing industry.

Nevada: Car Crashes Into Casino

A speeding car crashed through the glass doors of the Edgewater Hotel & Casino in Laughlin, killing two patrons.

Mashantucket tribal member loses appeal in promotion suit

An appellate judge for the Mashantucket Pequot

CASINO WORKERS SING & DANCE TO GET CUSTOMERS BACK IN A.C.

PHILADELPHIA, PA--With Atlantic City's gaming halls in a 3-year slump, casino workers took matters into their own hands in hopes of bringing customers back to the shore town.

Airport commissioner Nazarian has missed 6 of board's 12 meetings

A real estate entrepreneur who serves on the Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners has missed half of the panel's meetings since he was appointed by Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.

Petitions Signed, Traficant Still Mulling Congress Run

Ex-convict Jim Traficant has garnered enough signatures on petitions to run for office in two U.S. congressional districts: the 17th and the 6th. Traficant's press secretary said Wednesday the former congressman will make some type of announcement at a news conference Friday.

An exclusive first look at Revolver Saloon & Dance Hall

Alternately tagged as “country with a twist” and “country with an edge,” Revolver Saloon & Dance Hall is undeniably all about country.

Accused Paper Hanger Nabbed In Bossier City

Stung businesses with more than one million dollars in bogus payroll checks for casino gambling.

Rossford schools crumbling

Rossford Exempted Village Schools Superintendent Dr. Susan Lang said Wednesday evening that her schools are falling apart because the buildings are simply too old.

Google Lunar X PRIZE Team Summit Highlights

More than $1 million in bogus checks passed nationwide

BENTON, La. — Bossier Parish Sheriff's spokesman Ed Baswell says a man who allegedly got $1 million in bogus payroll checks cashed to gamble at casinos nationwide is in the parish jail.

Take it to the next level this Super Bowl weekend

Miami is notorious for throwing celebrity packed parties, and the events planned for South Florida’s 10th Super Bowl are no exception.

Tabcorp H1 down 2%, outlook murky

Tabcorp Holdings has posted a two per cent drop in half year profit.

Documents highlight financial details of Country Crossing

The developer of Country Crossing will receive between 55 and 65 percent of the daily net bingo revenue from the project, according to documents filed in relation to the validation of bonds for the project’s infrastructure.

Chocolate lovers delight

NEW?GLASGOW – New Glasgow will be paying tribute to chocolate this weekend with the fourth annual North End Chocolate Festival.

TEMECULA: Casino night to benefit grads

TEMECULA ---- A casino night to benefit grad night activities at Temecula Valley High School will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday in the banquet room at Temeku Hills.

Pa. Casino Organization Officials Testify

It's an organization funded by several casinos and employing some of the most powerful and influential figures in the state. An oversight committee wants to know more about the Pennsylvania Casino Association, its purposes and why these influential people have not registered as lobbyists.

U.S.-trained Pakistani scientist convicted

A U.S.-trained Pakistani scientist was convicted Wednesday in New York of trying to kill Americans while detained in Afghanistan in 2008.

OUTDOORS: Weekly fishing report, Feb. 4

The fish report is weekly. Its accuracy depends on marinaoperators, tackle shops and local fishermen we contact. Anglerscatching large fish should send the information to Outdoor NewsService, P.O. Box 9007, San Bernardino, CA 92427, or telephone909-887-3444, so it can be included in this report. Faxes can besent to 909-887-8180. E-mail messages or fishing reports can alsobe posted to Jim ...

Gov. Christie creates oversight panel for struggling N.J. casino, sports industries

Commission to report back to governor by June 30, advise on an 'ongoing, real-time' capacity

Valero, DeMarco workout

In an eagerly awaited showdown this Saturday, Feb. 6, on SHOWTIMEÂ®, Valero of the Dominican Republic will put his amazing record of (26-0, 26 KOs) and his world title belt on the line against Tijuana’s DeMarco (23-1-1, 17 KOs), who has won 12 and a row and is unbeaten in his last 16 (15-0-1), in the main event on SHOWTIME Championship Boxing (9 p.m. ET/PT, delayed on the West Coast).

Japanese games take voyeurism to new levels

When it comes to video game voyeurism and risqué gameplay, the Japanese sure know how to roll. read more

SheWearsYourTee.com is part of her body of work

Prior Lake grad and T-shirt entrepreneur Tanaya Henry has aspirations: "Acting is my main goal."

Armed hold-up at Casino Di Venezia

A considerable amount of money was stolen during a well-orchestrated hold-up at the Casino Di Venezia in Vittoriosa at around 1915h on Wednesday. A group of 5 or more hooded and armed persons walked into the casino and demanded the money to the cashiers.

Super celebrations for all

Both Hooters’ locations in Atlantic City will be partying hearty for Super Bowl Sunday When the Indianapolis Colts meet the New Orleans Saints.

Rye, Pelham are fit to be tied

RYE — There were no celebrations this time. Rye and Pelham, playing for the first time since last year's Section 1 D-2 hockey championship game, skated off with a 3-3 tie Wednesday night at Playland Ice Casino.

T.I.'s Gilley's Hiring For April Opening

The mechanical bull that had been victorious in numerous battles waged by tourists, locals and bikini-clad riders is back to defend its new home at Treasure Island, when Gilleys Saloon, Dance Hall and Bar-B-Que opens April 16.

Johnson Has Goal And Assist, Spokane Wins 2-1

Tyler Johnson had a goal and an assist and the Spokane Chiefs held the Everett Silvertips to 10 shots in the final two periods en route to a 2-1 win on Wednesday night in the Spokane Arena.

Video: Deadly Crash

Two people are dead after an out-of-control car slammed into a casino. 2/3/10

Floyd Mayweather inks May 1 fight vs. Shane Mosley

Floyd Mayweather Jr. finalized a deal to fight Sugar Shane Mosley on May 1 in a welterweight bout at the MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas.

Casino robbery suspect enters plea agreement

By The Western News A man charged with robbing a Libby casino in September and leading authorities on a 30-mile high-speed chase through Libby and Troy entered a plea agreement in court last week, while his alleged accomplice may go to trial in March.

Businesses weigh in on impact of smoking ban

Walking into a smoky restaurant or bar will soon be a thing of the past. And many local business owners are looking forward to the fresher air.

Magician Nathan Burton brings his act to Atlantic City

If David Blaine once held the record for performing the world’s coldest magic trick, then magician Nathan Burton must be in the running for staging the hottest.

Hong Kong tycoons' wealth soars: Forbes

Hong Kong's tycoons are worth a combined 135 billion US dollars, with many of its wealthiest people boosting their fortunes from investments on the Chinese mainland, Forbes said Thursday.

Democratic and Republican parties gear up for conventions

FARMINGTON — San Juan County Republicans and Democrats this month will select delegates to attend their state conventions to decide which candidates will appear on primary ballots.

Vegas magician brings act east, with some comedy

Vegas performer is working his magic on audiences in New Jersey and Nevada.

Aust stocks close lower

The Australian share market closed lower on Thursday, with retail stocks among the hardest hit.

QB Perrilloux out to prove himself

EL PASO -- Some 18-year-old superstars are ready for fame and attention and all the trappings of success from the moment they pick a college. Video: Players discuss challenges

Cache Creek casino resort swells in stagnant economy

After putting off expansion late last year on claims of an ailing economy, Capay Valley's Cache Creek Casino Resort announced a new plan two weeks ago.

PartyGaming hits jackpot with best figures since US ban

The winner of a $5m jackpot has given PartyGaming a boost because he took only $2m of his prize in cash, spending the rest at the gambling group's online casino.

Market falls on weak retail

THE share market has closed lower, with retail stocks hard hit after the release of weak retail sales data and a disappointing result from Myer.

South Dakota Senate Panel OKs Nursing Home For Reservation

PIERRE (AP) — A Senate committee endorsed a plan Wednesday to build a nursing home on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation after the measure’s sponsor said elderly tribal members now must move to nursing homes far from their families.

S.D. Tribe Still Without Power, Water After Almost 2 Weeks

EAGLE BUTTE (AP) — Tribal officials prepared Wednesday to go door to door to assess needs on the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation, where some residents were still without electricity and running water nearly two weeks after an ice storm.

Woman found dead in orchard; couple got lost en route to casino

A 78-year-old Hayward woman was found dead early this week inside an orchard in Yolo County after sh

Eddie Griffin talks sex, politics & more at MotorCity Casino

It is not surprising that Eddie Griffin was voted class clown three years in a row while a student at Lincoln High School in Kansas City, Mo. Fans of the comedian/actor will have their chance to see him live when he comes to Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel this weekend.

Economy slows Cherokee County black-tie events

The economic slowdown is affecting Cherokee County's annual black-tie events. While some organizations are planning to continue their annual fundraising galas, others are scrapping plans. The Vol...

Tabcorp First-Half Earnings Fall on Slot-Machine Tax (Update2)

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Tabcorp Holdings Ltd. , Australia’s biggest gambling company, said first-half profit declined 2 percent on higher taxes for slot machines at its casinos in Queensland state.

Two-faced Dave

If not for the ethical issues radiating from the Aqueduct deal, Gov. Paterson might actually deserve some genuine applause for vetoing the Legislature's bogus ethics-reform initiative. Alas, the governor ends up looking more than a little two-faced. Certainly, Paterson was right to follow through on his promise to veto...

Casino trip turns tragic for Hayward couple

YOLO COUNTY — A wrong turn on a rural road ended in the death of a 78-year-old Hayward woman, authorities say. The car that Raquel Labbe and her husband were traveling in got stuck in a fruit orchard and they apparently tried to walk out to find help, but succumbed to the elements.

Pa. Gaming Board Head Questioned on Foxwoods License

The chairman of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board says board members haven’t yet discussed what happens next if they decide to yank Foxwoods’ license for a Philadelphia casino.

Missing couple found in Zamora

A Hayward woman died of hypothermia and her husband is reported to be in serious condition suffering from hypothermia after the pair spent as long as six days stranded in an orchard near Zamora, north of Woodland.

Bata crowned US billiards Player of the Decade

Efren “Bata” Reyes, whose world 9-ball feat in Cardiff, Wales in 1999 sparked the renaissance of billiards in the world, was named the Player of the Decade Related posts: Bata, Amit, Alcantara win pool and tennis crowns It's been a great week for Philippine sports, after Efren... Sporting gems for Pinoys in tennis and billiards Double victories for the Philippines in tennis and billiards over ...

Committee advises use for $9.7M

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Two dead in casino car crash

LAUGHLIN -- Debra Porter was in the hotel's lobby speaking with a friend Wednesday morning when the chaos began. A speeding Pontiac Vibe crashed through the Edgewater Hotel & Casino's front doors, mowing down patrons and slot machines before finally coming to rest near the cashier's cage.

Mike Green: Eliot Spitzer: "The team of Geithner and Summers is an abject failure"

Lock and load financial rookie. In case you've been lulled into an American-Idolized stupor since former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer pulled back the dark...

Botswana : The 'Joys' of Drinking Chibuku

At Borolong's Mafika shopping complex, the Chibuku depot is situated at the southern corner of the perimeter wall - as if to hide it from prying eyes.

8 more Pinoys back from Haiti

The fourth batch of Filipino survivors from the Haiti killer quake arrived home Thursday morning. The eight Filipinos who were repatriated back to the country were Celerino Trinidad, Magielyn Trinidad, Odelon Trinidad, Myla Trinidad, Jeffrey Estabillo, Joel Bacurin, Rizza Bagadiong, and Dominador Bagadion. The fourth batch was onboard Philippine Airlines flight PR103 from Los Angeles, California ...

Lawmakers OK bill for pro sports gambling

Even if the legislation gains support in Iowa, a federal ban on the betting must be lifted.

Speeding vehicle hits casino in Nevada resort town; police say 2 dead, 8 hurt

A speeding car crashed through the entrance of a casino and into a bank of slot machines Wednesday in the southern Nevada resort town of Laughlin, killing two patrons and injuring at least eight other people, authorities said.

Gambling proposal may be gaining

Massachusetts lawmakers will revive one of Beacon Hill’s most contentious issues in the coming weeks with measures to legalize casino gambling and slots at racetracks, betting that desperation to create new jobs and revenue could tip the debate this time around.

Riley defends trooper raids on gambling machines

Gov. Bob Riley said Wednesday he decided to crack down on gambling machines because some prosecutors in Alabama were unwilling to enforce gambling laws as electronic bingo games spread.

Land-based casino losing steam; GOP leader promises fight

INDIANAPOLIS -- A land-based casino bill has poor odds of passing at the Statehouse this year, both parties' leaders said, as the General Assembly reached its halfway point Wednesday.House Speaker B. Patrick Bauer, D-South Bend, and Minority Leader Brian Bosma, R-Indianapolis, predicted the session will last another three to four weeks, and each acknowledged gambling is a massive topic that ...

Briefs: Museum offers variety of youth programs

The Downers Grove Park District Museum will hold a variety of hands-on, educational Scout and youth group programs throughout the year for children in second through sixth grade.

Movies: Gibson returns to film as an action hero

Mel Gibson plays a Boston police detective who is on the search for his daughter's murderer in "Edge of Darkness."

4 No. Nevada sports books to take Super Bowl bets during TV commercials

Betting on the Super Bowl -- annually the biggest single event for Nevada's sports books -- has had a long-standing formula in Reno.

Giveaways, food await football fans on Super Bowl Sunday

The Big Game. Super Sunday. Super Tailgate Bash.

Women's group Express Network Chapter to meet

The Reno-Tahoe Express Network Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will hold its monthly meeting at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 24 at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa.

GSR honors 'Best of the Best' employees

The Grand Sierra Resort and Casino has honored Meghan Kreindel of the reservations department, Rosalina Montoya of the housekeeping department, Ron Zarate of Café Sierra, Stacy O'Keefe of the beverage department, Scott Houck of property operations, Pedro McCabe of the warehouse department and Dee Tsiopos of the casino department as January winners for the Best of the Best employee recognition ...

United Way shifts focus to health

United Way of Greater Battle Creek has announced the first programs to be funded under its refocused mission on health, education and income.

Tourism funding sought -- now

The new $140 million convention hotel expected to open in fall 2012 will be a great asset to Columbus -- but only if the rooms are filled.To do that, local tourism officials need resources -- quickly -- to market it and Columbus at large to meeting planners, a panel of Columbus tourism leaders said yesterday.

Loan programs focus of forum

Julie Hector may launch a new fashion accessory business soon and decided to become a quick study on startup loans Wednesday at the second annual Small Business Resource Forum at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa.

RWS expects 13m visitors

RESORTS World Sentosa, the Genting Group's latest and largest family destination in Singapore, expects 13 million visitors in its first year of operations. The resort, spanning over 49 hectares on Sentosa Island, is built at a cost S$6.45 billion, and is Genting Group's most expensive, most exquisite and ambitious project.

Car plows into Vegas casino

LAS VEGAS - A SPEEDING vehicle crashed through the entrance of a hotel on Wednesday in the southern Nevada resort town of Laughlin, killing two patrons and injuring at least eight others before getting wedged at a bank of slot machines, authorities said. Investigators believe the 75-year-old male driver suffered a medical episode before the 9.30am crash at the Edgewater Hotel & Casino, police ...

Resorts World Sentosa Expects 13 Mln Visitors

SINGAPORE, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Resorts World Sentosa, the Genting Group's latest and largest family destination in Singapore, expects 13 million visitors in its first year of operations.

The games Bollywood plays

Here's a look at some of the more unconventional cinematic games Hindi films have played.

Thieves raid Casino di Venezia

Five hooded and armed persons raided the Casino di Venezia in Vittoriosa on Wednesday night. The police was informed of the incident at 1915 hrs. The thieves got away by boat. The sum runs into thousands.

High-tech jobs plan placed on ballot

Ohioans will be voting on two statewide issues on May 4: whether to move the location of a planned Columbus casino and whether to borrow $700 million to fund a program designed to develop high-tech jobs.

French Stocks: CGGVeritas, Lafarge, Partouche, Soft Computing

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- France’s CAC 40 Index added 3.01, or 0.1 percent, to 3,796.48 at 9:20 a.m. in Paris. The SBF 120 Index also advanced 0.1 percent.

S.D. Senate panel OKs nursing home for reservation

PIERRE -- A Senate committee endorsed a plan Wednesday to build a nursing home on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation after the measure's sponsor said elderly tribal members now must move to nursing homes far from their families....

Forensics experts examine vehicle used in casino hold-up

A Pajero 4x4 vehicle believed to have been used during yesterday's hold-up of Casino' di Venezia in Vittoriosa was lifted out of the sea below Fort St Angelo this morning and forensics experts are conducting initial examinations.

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Emirates teams up with world-renowned cruise operators

The award winning airline Emirates has teamed up with the world-renowned cruise operators to offer Maltese travellers the opportunity to travel in style and enjoy a unique cruise in the Arabian Gulf – a destination blending ancient history and tradition with modern day advances. Royal Caribbean will be operating cruises on board the cruise liner Brilliance [...]

Vehicle ploughs into Nevada casino, 2 dead, 8 injured

A speeding car crashed through the entrance of a casino and into a bank of slot machines Wednesday.

Vehicle to be checked in deadly Nev. casino crash

A 70-year-old man told police he fainted before his speeding vehicle plowed into a Nevada casino, killing two people near a bank of slot machines and injuring at least eight other people.

Happenings, Feb. 4

Benton - The Benton Gun and Outdoor Show will be held Feb. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Feb. 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Benton Fire Hall. There will be 80 tables of gun dealers and every dealer will be interested in buying, selling or trading guns,

Six-figure sum stolen in Casino di Venezia heist

A six-figure sum was stolen last night by a gang of at least five hooded and armed persons who raided the Casino di Venezia at the Vittoriosa Waterfront.

'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Outs New Clips and Images

Most of the new sneak peeks share the thrill as Percy Jackson and his two friends embark on an adventure to save his mother, return Zeus' stolen lightning bolt, and prevent a war between the gods.

Bowers named Daughter of the Month

Daughters of Isabella #608 have selected Doris A. Bowers as their January Daughter of the Month.

‘Hackers, data loss could ruin auto polls’

An information technology expert yesterday warned that the May 10 automated election is vulnerable to hackers and other glitches that normally affect data processed by computers.

Penn National Gaming posts a smaller 4Q loss

(AP:WYOMISSING, Pa.) Casino operator Penn National Gaming Inc. posted a smaller fourth-quarter loss Thursday even as gamblers spent less at its properties.

Mental patience

Making horror-thriller Shutter Island stretched Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese emotionally and physically.

Local athlete Kelli Stack achieves spot on U.S. Women's Olympic Ice Hockey Team

RH first broke this news to you earlier this year, but with the Winter Olympics only eight days away, it bears repeating. When you watch the 2010 Winter Olympics from Vancouver, British Columbia with coverage beginning Feb. 12, look for our local connection.

State Senate candidate profile: Peter Smulowitz

Needham’s Peter Smulowitz said his top priority if elected to Sen. Scott Brown’s soon-to-be-vacated state Senate seat would be to listen — a skill he gets from his experience as an emergency room doctor.

New Couple: Brandy & Flo Rida… Where Dey Do Dat At???

Ray-J is always looking for love in all the wrong place and it’s Brandy’s turn. Apparently, Mz. Brandy has a thing for a dude that’s from the bottom of the map. She has been seen with Flo Rida on two different occasions and they appeared to be more than just friends. On January 28, Brandy got [...]

Pokies slide hits Tabcorp profits

THE gaming giant Tabcorp's lacklustre profit result, including a slide in revenues from its Victorian poker machines, does not bode well for its rival, Tatts Group, which reports later this month.

Rell proposes no new taxes in tweaking $18.9B budget (multimedia)

HARTFORD — Gov. M. Jodi Rell Wednesday, in her last budget address, emphasized programs to encourage job creation, while she looked to increased federal aid, social services cuts and a consolidation of agencies, among other things, to close a $686 million deficit for 2010-2011.

The Starting Point: Braking news & a mannequin calls shotgun (The Newsroom)

The Newsroom - The Starting Point is a snapshot of the news stories that occurred overnight. Look for updates throughout the day on Yahoo! News and in the news box on Yahoo.com.

Malta casino robbers flee by speedboat

Valletta, Malta - Police in Malta were searching Thursday for any trace of a speedboat used in a daring hold-up of a casino hours earlier. The perfectly-executed heist of the seafront Casino' di Venezia in a chic waterfront area of the historic city ...

PERFORMANCE/TOUR: Live Jazz Music Calendar - Chicago, February 1-6

Here is the Chicago Live Jazz Calendar for February 1 to 6, 2010... Jazz Showcase806 S Plymouth CTChicago, IL 60605312-360-0234Evening shows at 8:00 and 10:00 p.m.and Sunday Matinee at 4:00 p.m.Wednesday, February 3, 8:00 PMJames Sanders and Conjnto with special guest Dee Alexander, vocalsjazzshowcase.com for more information M Lounge1520 S Wabash AveChicago, IL 60605(312) 447-0201All ...

Wiuff to fight Kyle on HDNet

Rochester's Travis Wiuff will go for career victory No. 60 on Feb. 12 in New Mexico when he takes on Ultimate Fighting Championship and Strikeforce veteran Mike Kyle. The fight is part of a King of the Cage event titled "Vengeance" at Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino.

Car rams Nevada casino; two patrons die

LAUGHLIN, Nev., Feb. 4 (UPI) -- Two casino patrons were killed and at least seven injured when a car smashed through glass doors at a Laughlin, Nev., casino, police said.

Gettysburg tables bridge repairs

Repair work on two Gettysburg bridges are being tabled this year, with the borough citing an estimated cost of about $350,000.

Quadnetics just waiting for call from casinos

CCTV specialist Quadnetics is confident of a much better second half after sinking to a six-month loss as cost cuts and cash-strapped customers dented its performance. (04/02/2010 12:49:57)

Hearing on officer's firing continues today

Expected to testify is the former Bossier City police officer who is appealing his dismissal in the wake of a high-profile arrest.

Gartner Announces Business Intelligence Summit 2010

Pinnacle Entertainment Appoints New General Managers for New Orleans, Downtown St. Louis Casinos

LAS VEGAS , Feb. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Pinnacle Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: PNK) today announced the hiring of Patrick J. Browne as Vice President and General Manager of the Company's Boomtown New Orleans casino in Harvey, Louisiana . Terri Porcaro has been named Vice President and General Manager of Lumiere Place in downtown St. Louis . Â Both will assume their new positions this month. Mr ...

McKeever: Casualties of the festive season now past

The first carcass appeared the day after New Year's in my neighbor's front yard. The next morning, a second victim lay smack in the northbound lane of Newfield Avenue. An elderly man inched his rust-colored sedan toward it, attempting to either drive over the dead or push its remains aside.

Alabama gov. says gambling task force necessary

(AP:MONTGOMERY, Ala.) Gov. Bob Riley said Wednesday he decided to crack down on gambling machines because some prosecutors in Alabama were unwilling to enforce gambling laws as electronic bingo games spread.

Gambling profits dip as stimulus fades

Tabcorp's lacklustre profit result, including slide in revenues from its Victorian poker machines, does not bode well for rival gaming giant Tatts Group.

Arab experts pitch for Islamic banking in India

With the global financial crisis putting the spotlight on 'casino capitalism' of the West, leading scholars and experts from the Arab world Thursday pitched for interest-free Islamic banking in India, home to the world's third largest Muslim population.

CRPF top cop reviews proposed anti-Maoist operations

Ahead of meeting of chief ministers of the Maoist-affected states with union Home Minister P. Chidambaram, Central Reserve Police Force special Director General Vijay Raman reviewed the preparation of the paramilitary force in Jharkhand.

Community kitchens come up on roads for Telangana

Pro-Telangana activists Thursday displayed their unity for the cause of a separate statehood by organising community kitchens, mass meals, cultural programmes and games on two highways in the region.

Legislation would allow casino operations on Hawaiian Home Lands

Casino gaming operations could take place on Hawaiian Home Lands under a bill that advanced out of the House Hawaiian Affairs Committee yesterday.

French Stocks: SocGen, St Gobain, Faurecia, Dassault Aviation

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- France’s CAC 40 Index retreated 25.64, or 0.7 percent, to 3,767.83 at 12:23 p.m. in Paris. The SBF 120 Index also fell 0.7 percent.

Trump Moves Against Icahn’s Casino Plan

The battle between Donald Trump and Carl C. Icahn over the future of the bankrupt Trump Entertainment Resorts continued Wednesday, as Mr. Trump and his daughter, Ivanka, asked a judge to allow them to vote on Mr. Icahn’s restructuring plan.

Silver warns gov over slots deal

Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver yesterday turned up the heat on Gov. Paterson over the awarding of the contract to run the video lottery casino at Aqueduct Racetrack to a group led by Paterson pal Floyd Flake. In an unusually blunt and threatening letter to Paterson, Silver said he will reject...

2 killed, 8 injured when car crashes into casino

LAS VEGAS - A speeding car crashed through the entrance of a casino and into a bank of slot machines Wednesday in the southern Nevada resort town of Laughlin, killing two patrons and injuring at least eight other people, authorities said.

Carson robbery suspect nabbed in Tahoe

The suspect in an early morning armed robbery in Carson City was arrested Wednesday in South Lake Tahoe after a 20-minute foot chase. Billy Johnson, 25, was arrested at Midway Avenue and Highway 50 West, about three-quarters of a mile from Stateline. According to Carson City Sheriff's Capt. Ken Sandage, around 3 a.m. Wednesday Johnson was walking on North Carson Street with a man and woman he ...

Best Bets: Tree ID, Music at the March

1. Go take a hike, and get to know a few trees while you're at it.

Toombs, Bollea look to make name for themselves

LEMOORE — It is almost impossible to ignore the giant elephant in the room.

Hong Kong tycoons' wealth soars to $135 bln: Forbes

HONG KONG (AFP) - Hong Kong's tycoons are worth a combined $135 billion US, with many of its wealthiest people boosting their fortunes from investments on the Chinese mainland, Forbes said Thursday.

Property more costly than Coasts

IT'S OFFICIAL: Land in the Northern Rivers is the most expensive in Australia outside Sydney and Melbourne.

Reward offered in casino robberies

RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) _ Federal officials are offering up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to convictions in two armed robberies in Rapid City. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Small Biz Owners Get the Facts About Bank Loans

RANCHO MIRAGE - Small business owners got the low-down about banks loans Wednesday, as part of the Second Annual Small Business Resource Forum and Expo.

Resorts World Sentosa sees 13m visitors

SINGAPORE: Resorts World Sentosa, the Genting Group's latest and largest family destination in Singapore, expects 13 million visitors in its first year of operations. The resort, spanning over 49 hectares on Sentosa Island, is built at a cost S$6.45 billion (S$1 = RM2.42), and is Genting Group's most expensive, most exquisite and ambitious project. Schduled to open soon, Resorts World Sentosa ...

(AFX UK Focus) 2010-02-04 16:25 UPDATE 2-Penn National outlook disappoints, shares tumble

LOS ANGELES, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Penn National Gaming Inc

Kelso Man Jailed After Crashing Into Casino

A 70-year-old Washington state man was in jail Thursday after his speeding vehicle crashed into a Nevada casino, killing two people and injuring at least seven others.

Buzzards will test Dirtysox

BYRON BAY Dirtysox will have their work cut out against favourites Workers Buzzards at Albert Park, Lismore, tonight in FNC open mixed softball.

Iowa lawmakers back bill for pro sports gambling

Legalization of sports betting at Iowa casinos took a step forward Wednesday, but a change in federal law would still be required before wagering on football, golf and other professional sports could begin in the state.

Hawaii lawmakers to hear gaming commission bill

(AP:HONOLULU) Legislation aimed at opening a gambling casino for tourists in Waikiki or elsewhere on Oahu is scheduled to be heard by two state House committees.

Book discussion group draws capacity crowd

The next general meeting takes place on Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. at the Destin Life Center Building of the Destin United Methodist Church, 200 Beach Drive. President Bob Swenson reported that January attendees enjoyed the remarkable facilities that easily...

Waterfront asked to pay taxes

The BIR asked the Waterfront Philippines Inc. – the umbrella corporation that runs the Waterfront chain of hotels and resorts across the country – to pay P27,470,829.92. The figure reflected missed dues and interest accumulated over the years for nonpayment of these dues.

Driver arrested after deadly Nevada casino crash

Police say a 70-year-old Washington state man will face felony charges after his speeding vehicle crashed into a Nevada casino, killing two people and injuring seven.

‘2007 elections could be bloodiest’

Harry Roque, of the Center for International Law, said the Commission on Elections (Comelec) would have to work hard to convince the public on the authenticity of the election results. For one, he said people were “uncertain” that their votes would be counted.

Comelec allowing scrutiny of election automation security

THE COMMISSION on Elections (Comelec) is allowing the public to scrutinize for a month the poll automation system’s programming starting today, officials yesterday said.

FROM PARIS WITH LOVE Opens Friday

In just three films (13th District, Taken and this latest release), director Pierre Morel has proven himself a master of tightly constructed action sequences.

Malta robbers flee by speedboat

Police in Malta are searching for any trace of a speedboat used in a daring hold-up of a casino.

70-year-old jailed after crashing into Nev. casino

A 70-year-old Washington state man was in jail Thursday after his speeding vehicle crashed into a Nevada casino, killing two people and injuring at least seven others. Walter McGie of Kelso, Wash., told police he fainted before his 2007 Pontiac Vibe crashed...

Lenoir County arrest reports

The following arrests were reported by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office: Alexis Padilla, 16, 316 South Caswell St., LaGrange, Feb. 3, misdemeanor failure to appear. Bond: $500. Arresting officer: J. Moore. Rosi Casino Smith, 53, 2461 Cameron...

Thief allowed to walk free

NOW a changed man, copper thief Aaron Hall is also a free man following his conviction and release from custody after pleading guilty in Lismore Local Court to the theft of 160kg ofcopper wire from Country Energy.

Greeks must fight the neoliberal EU | Costas Douzinas

submitted by Greece and approved yesterday by the European Commission. The plan envisages a reduction of the country's budget deficit from the current 12.7% of gross domestic product to 2.8 % in 2012 ...

Bookies talk about losses, not wins

(AP:LAS VEGAS) When the longtime bookies in this gambling city get together to swap stories, the talk invariably turns to one Super Bowl where bettors made off with a big score.

Thursday Calendar

Butte Silver Beaus and Belles will have a square dance Friday night at the Margaret Leary School, with beginners at 7 p.m. and the main dance at 8 p.m.

Caputo Smith will fight Feb. 26 at Dover Downs

Kennett High graduate Anthony Caputo Smith will get into the ring to fight for the third time professionally on Friday, Feb. 26 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino.

Serna: Feb. gigs: David-Zsa Zsa concert, Masterworks, Musicfest

Roger Serna Sounds and images read more

Preview of Lava Hot Springs Fire & Ice Winter Fest

The annual festival begins on Friday, Feburary 5th. Click the video link for a preview of events happening this weekend.

In Attack Ad, Republicans Tie Illinois Dem Candidate to Mob

The National Republican Senatorial Committee has launched an attack ad on Democratic Senate candidate Alexis Giannoulias that links the Illinois state treasurer to convicted mobsters, disgraced ex-Gov. Rod Blagojevich and convicted real estate developer Tony Rezko.

UNITE-HERE casino union launches website to fight Revel tax breaks in Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY - UNITE-HERE announced today it has launched a new Web site that says Revel Entertainment Group's $2.6 billion casino project doesn't deserve a taxpayer "bailout."

Alicia Keys tickets on sale now

February 4, 2010 -- The “on sale” date for tickets to Alicia Keys March 11 performance in the Event Center at Turning Stone Resort and Casino is Saturday, Feb 6 at 10 a.m.

Wash. man facing charges in casino crash

LAS VEGAS - A 70-year-old Washington state man was in jail Thursday after his speeding vehicle crashed into a Nevada casino, killing two people and injuring at least seven others. Walter McGie of Kelso, Wash., told police he fainted before his 2007 Pontiac Vibe crashed into the Edgewater Hotel & Casino on Wednesday morning. He suffered minor injuries, and police said he would be charged with ...

All in Valley cash in on slots

Slots gaming at the Meadows paid off this year for each of Washington County's 66 municipalities.

Navajo gaming venture thrives despite 'werewolf or witch-walker' visit

WINDOW ROCK — It is not usually a topic debated on the Navajo Nation Council floor, but be that as it may, rumors of a skinwalker visiting Fire Rock Casino should be discussed, Delegate Ervin Keeswood told Council and members of the Navajo Gaming Enterprise during the opening of winter session.

Thursday February 04, 2010 - 10:47 EST

VIENNA, Austria -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- While sport enthusiasts around the globe are anxious to see which team will win the Spanish "Primera División" this year, bwin Sportsbook is now offering a unique forecast for the upcoming weekend featuring Real Madrid captain,Raúl González Blanco at www.bwinmultimedia.com.

Illinois man convicted of cheating at Iowa casino

CLINTON - A Rock Falls, Ill., man has been found guilty ofcheating during a game of poker at the Wild Rose Casino inClinton.

Abraham spars with Ottke

Two undefeated champions battled it out in the Max-Schmeling-Gym on Wednesday afternoon when King Arthur Abraham welcomed a special sparring partner.

County tackles fullagenda Monday

The Coahoma County Board of Supervisors covered a full agenda Monday, including approving a change order to the current contract the county has with Allen Foster to run an 8-inch water line from Clarksdale to Bobo at an estimated cost of $243,000. The change order is subject to approval by the Corps of Engineers and to the availability of funding.

Sheriffâs office sees growth in 2009, thanks board for assistance

Chief Deputy Meyer Gilbert, representing Coahoma County Sheriff Charles Jones at Monday’s Coahoma County Board of Supervisors’ meeting, thanked the board for its assistance and cooperation over the last year in helping to reorganize and rebuild the department.

Kelso man crashes into casino, killing 2 people & injuring 7

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Police say a 70-year-old Kelso man will face felony charges after his speeding vehicle crashed into a Nevada casino, killing two people and injuring seven. Police Detective William Redfairn says Walter McGie was arrested late Wednesday on two charges of reckless driving causing death. McGie is being held at a jail in the resort town of Laughlin pending a court appearance ...

Editorial: MMA harkens back to gladiator days

Sarah McLeod (left) and Wendy Roy hammer each other in the ring. others also read...

Ernie Krivda connects with Detroit and the swinging jazz sounds of yesteryear

Local jazz hero headlines a gig Monday, Feb. 8, at Nighttown.

BREAKING NEWS - JAIL GIVEN 24-HOUR NOTICE TO CURE OVERCROWDING

BREAKING NEWS - JAIL GIVEN 24-HOUR NOTICE TO CURE OVERCROWDING Thursday, February 04, 2010 Canadian County has 113 prisoners currently sitting in its county jail, and it has less than four da...

Man, 70, freed from jail after Nevada casino crash

A 70-year-old Washington state man has been freed on $6,000 bail pending arraignment on felony charges in a deadly Nevada casino crash that killed two people and injured at least seven, authorities said.

Stranded Vehicle Leads To Woman's Death In Yolo County

Authorities say a 78-year-old woman died of hypothermia after she and her husband took a wrong turn in Yolo County and got stranded.

Smoking ban talk heats up

TOPEKA — A compromise smoking ban bill in the works for several weeks was introduced in the House on Wednesday. House Bill 2642 is modeled after Wichita's clean indoor air ordinance, but would pre-empt all existing city and county ordinances.

Ex-Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich Re-Indicted (Update1)

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich , who was impeached and removed from office for abusing his power, was re-indicted today on corruption charges by a federal grand jury in Chicago.

Woman, 78, dies after her car is stranded in Yolo

Associated Press - February 4, 2010 2:34 PM ET WOODLAND, Calif. (AP) - Authorities say a 78-year-old woman died of hypothermia after she and her husband took a wrong turn in Yolo County and got...

U of R president tells FNUniv students they’ll be able to complete their studies

The president of the University of Regina expressed both concern and hope for the future of the First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv), while also reassuring students they'll be able to complete their studies.

Honestly, what a crack up

While you are writing to the Attorney-General asking for an R18+ rating for videogames, perhaps you should also ask for more honesty from our Classification Board. The Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) in the US this week posted a hilariously accurate description of the upcoming Dead or Alive: Paradise. "This is a video game in which users watch grown women dressed in G-string bikinis ...

Woman, 78, dies after her car is stranded in CA

Authorities say a 78-year-old woman died of hypothermia after she and her husband took a wrong turn in Northern California and got stranded.

Latest Tahoe crime log includes man head-butting woman

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The following are incident reports submitted by the Washoe County Sheriff's Office for the week of Jan. 24-31. Monday Jan. 25 - A male subject was arrested for allegedly trespassing after repeatedly throwing snowballs at a Crystal Bay-area casino. The subject pushed a security guard when asked for identification. The subject was charged with trespassing. Saturday, Jan. 24 ...

Hypothermia Blamed In Yolo Death

A 78-year-old woman died of hypothermia after she and her husband took a wrong turn in Yolo County and got stranded, authorities say.

GATESMANMARMIONDRAKE+DAVE, INC. PROMOTES MATT AXEMAN TO SENIOR ART DIRECTOR

PITTSBURGH – GatesmanMarmionDrake+Dave, Inc., one of Pittsburgh’s premier marketing and communications agencies, promoted Matt Axeman to Senior Art Director.

North Bend, tribe settle dispute

NORTH BEND -- A new agreement between the city of North Bend and the Coquille Indian Tribe to put aside a breach of contract lawsuit will mean the city will lose about $100,000 for providing services.

Portland hotel makes top 10 'sexiest' list

PORTLAND -- With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, TripAdvisor released its list of Sexiest Hotels in America and Portland hotel made the top ten. Based on editorial and traveler reviews, the Hotel Lucia in Portland was named the fourth sexiest hotels in the country. The Hotel Max in Seattle was ranked the second-sexiest. “Whether couples are looking for a great value Valentine’s getaway ...

Super Bowl promises wild ride for businesses on the racy side

South Florida bars, strip clubs, casinos to profit It may be the all-American sporting event, but the Super Bowl has a, ahem , racier side, and South Florida businesses catering to bawdier pleasures expect to be riding its glitzy coattails to ample profit.

Thursday February 04, 2010 - 14:31 EST

The Reel Life's love of the online slots is well known, but we also love sports. As a lover of sports, we are addicted to ESPN -- which is why we are not surprised at how a Connecticut reacted when his ESPN was taken away.

RP Council dips their toes into classic street theater world

WELL, MAYBE A THEATER’S the best place to hold a work session on a city budget. We had a slight...

Alicia Keys ticket sales start Saturday

VERONA — Alicia Keys will perform in the Event Center at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino at 8 p.m. Thursday, March 11. Tickets are $75 and go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday. Tickets are available by calling the box office at 361-SHOW or toll-free at 1-877-833-SHOW.

Barona Shuffles the Deck With Its New Chipless Blackjack Game

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwire - February 4, 2010) - Combining the excitement of the traditional blackjack table game with state-of-the-art technology, Barona Resort & Casino 's blackjack dealers are dealing chipless hands and offering new side bet options with its newly unveiled electronic i-Table game. Developed by gaming manufacturer Shuffle Master, live dealers and standard casino playing cards ...

Cable Committee discusses local programming

The Washington Cable Committee met Tuesday afternoon to discuss adding programming to the local access cable channel in the city that would include, among other things, televising city council meetings.

Minden approves CVI variance

Minden Town Board members approved Carson Valley Inn's new entry sign which is to be brighter than the sign currently greeting guests at the Minden casino. The board voted 5-0 Wednesday to approve a variance from 20 feet to 26 feet and to vary the distance from the bottom of the sign to grade from 2 feet to 8 feet. "The sign is like your business card," said architect Larry Henry. "The current ...

Southampton Village Police pursue suspected DWI driver before dropping chase

A driver who failed to stop at a red light at the intersection of Windmill Lane, North Sea Road and Bowden Square in Southampton Village just after midnight on Saturday led Village Police on a short, unsuccessful pursuit that was finally broken off by police on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation.

GOP's Baker sees argument for 1 Mass. casino

Republican gubernatorial candidate Charles Baker says he can see the argument for one gambling casino in Massachusetts, but not necessarily more.

Man, 70, freed on bail after Nevada casino crash

Authorities say a 70-year-old Washington state man has been freed on $6,000 bail after his speeding vehicle crashed into a...

Man, 70, freed from jail after Laughlin casino crash

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Video: Casino di Venezia hold-up makes foreign news

The daring hold-up on the Casino di Venezia in Vittoriosa on Wednesday evening has made headlines on foreign media, with Italian media widely reporting the crime and giving details on how it happened. The sum taken by the five robbers, who escaped on a speedboat, could be as much as half a million euros. No [...]

.Super-Bowl Winnings Are Taxable

Many people don't realize that gambling winnings, even the illegal payouts are taxable.

Doctor Doom

"Fuck it," a British arts administrator supposedly exploded when confronted with one Thatcherite bureaucrat too many. "The only low-cost art is no art."

Penn National Gaming reports loss in fourth quarter

Penn National Gaming reported a loss during the fourth quarter of 2009, the result of gamblers continuing to spend less, the company said today. The company made mention of its failed acquisition of the bankrupt Fontainebleau Las Vegas in today’s report.

IMPRESSIONS: Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing

Could this Sega racer beat Mario Kart at its own game? These impressions come with 3 minutes of video footage from the Wii version.

Dems To Wall Street: GOP's Not The Party For You

What's Your Reaction? Democrats reacted possessively on Thursday to Republican Minority Leader John Boehner's effort to persuade JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon that the financial industry should be giving Republicans money rather than Democrats.

MONOPOLY Introduces Round Game Board for 75th Anniversary

EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass.----In 2010, the 75 year tradition of buying, selling and negotiating properties in the quest to own it all gets a modern makeover with the introduction of MONOPOLY: Revolution Edition.

Long-running North Bend-tribal dispute ends

For years, the city and the tribe have differed over how much money, if any, the tribe should pay the city for services such as police and fire protection, water...

Local sports briefs - February 4

Mike Parcels wasn’t bothered by the fact he drew three-time champion Miles Lewis in the A 16s at the 65th annual Red Deer Farmer’s Bonspiel Wednesday.

Off the beaten brunch

As friend Lisa and I drove on Hwy. 36 north of Boulder, we couldn’t help but notice the landscape’s arid harshness. Even though the sun was shining, we couldn’t shake a feeling of wintry desolation.

Hong Kong tycoons' wealth soars to $135bn

Hong Kong's tycoons are worth a combined $135 billion US, with many of its wealthiest people boosting their fortunes from investments on the Chinese mainland, Forbes said Thursday.

French Stocks: SocGen, Saint-Gobain, Faurecia, Dassault

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- France’s CAC 40 Index retreated 104.22, or 2.8 percent, to 3,689.25, the biggest drop since November 26. The SBF 120 Index fell 2.7 percent.

Twin losses put West Perry boys’ District 3-AAA tournament bid at risk

Mike Urich is stuck on seven — a sweet spot if he’s shooting craps at a Vegas casino. Not so much since he’s a basketball coach trying to get his team to 11 wins and just four games left to do it. On Jan. 27, Urich was frustrated to watch his West Perry ballclub drop a 58-46 [...]

How will Surrey celebrate? Chamber members find out Tuesday

The Destination Cloverdale storefront on 176 St. is decorated in honour of the 2010 Winter Games. Guest speaker Linda Hepner, city concillor, will outline what's happening throughout the games at the site, located at Holland Park.

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