Howard Lederer Vegas Home Worth $2.9 Million
The mansion purchased by Full Tilt Poker bigwig pro rep Howard Lederer is a rare commodity in Las Vegas these days. It actually went up in value since being purchased last year.
Attorney Who Blew Jay Cohen Case Ben Brafman Defending IMF Alleged Rapist
Bellagio Bandit May Have Robbed Suncoast Casino
The so-called Bellagio Bandit, Anthony Carleo, may be facing charges in connection with a robbery at the Suncoast Casino in Las Vegas.
Former NBA Star Charles Oakley Sues Over Alleged Beat Down at Aria Casino
Charles Oakley claims he was wrestled and punched by Aria Casino security, causing possible permanent disablement
Former New York Knicks All Star and current Charlotte Bobcats Assistant Coach Charles Oakley is suing the Aria Casino over an alleged “gang style beat down” he says he endured on that property. The casino is owned by MGM Resorts International and located at the newly constructed City Center.
From the Associated Press:
Online Poker Addictive, More Dangerous to College Students
Addiction specialist says “good riddance” to online poker
Galaxy Casino Opens in Macau: Price Tag $2 Billion
With a price tag of just $2 billion (that’s with a “b”), the extravagant Galaxy Casino opened in Macau, the world’s largest gambling Mecca.
For Las Vegas Sands, the House Edge is Geographical Diversity
The entire article from the Daily Finance can be read here
Strong Earthquakes Hits Online Gambling Hub of Costa Rica: Some Damage Reported
(Associated Press) SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) —A magnitude-6 earthquake shook the capital city of Costa Rica on Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
The quake was felt strongly in San Jose but there were no immediate reports damage or injuries, said Juan de Dios Castillo, spokesman for Seismological and Volcanic Institute. He said there were reports of fallen objects but none of major damages to buildings.
Doyle Brunson Leaves DoylesRoom.com (a Gambling911.com Exclusive)
The legendary poker pro and dear friend of this website, Doyle Brunson, has left DoylesRoom.com, Gambling911.com can report exclusively.
Case Against Online Poker Sites Weak Says I. Nelson Rose
Noted gambling industry attorney I. Nelson Rose breaks down the case against three online poker rooms indicted on April 15: PokerStars, Full Tilt Poker and UB.com.
Nelson made his assertions last week on Casino City.com. It’s a most interesting read.
Gambling911.com will break down Rose’s points in an easy-to-read format.
Lawsuit: Chuck E. Cheese “Operating Illegal Gambling Business”
The Chuck E. Cheese restaurant franchise is being sued for operating what one parent calls “illegal gambling businesses”.
Casino Execs to Make Pitch for Legalized Online Poker
WASHINGTON (AP) — With millions of people already playing online poker for money, the casino industry is urging Congress to step in and regulate the wagering.
