Australian Political Parties Bet On Self To Lose
Readers, punters, gamers, casino billionaires, entrepreneurs, journos and political pundits, what a week, and what a story have we got for you. You've heard of an own goal in soccer. Well, get this... Australian political parties betting on themselves to loose the upcoming election... no joke folks. Centrebet is enjoying the spoils with the rumour mill saying PartyGaming want in, but the clock is ticking boys. Media Man and Gambling911 play 'Casino Jack' with this most unusual turn of events that is rumoured to bring Paul The Psychic Octopus out of retirement...
Another Ugly Chapter in Disgraced NBA Ref's Tale
Lorri Helfand, Times Staff Writer
LARGO — Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy hoped his book, showing how he became the "central figure in a Mafia-controlled gambling ring," would earn enough to pay off a $200,000 debt. He also hoped it would provide some financial security for himself and four daughters.
To date, he hasn't gotten a dime.
European Online Gambling Firms Want Into U.S. Market: Hopes Are High
Nearly all European online gambling firms, including the poker sites, have shied away from the U.S. market for the past 3 years following passage of the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act (UIGEA) back in October 2006. The first step towards appealing that law took place Wednesday with a markup in a House subcommittee. Now it’s off to the House and Senate where further amendments are likely.
Gambling News for Australia, Asia Pacific (July 30, 2010)
Readers er punters, another huge news week for gambling in the Australian - Asia Pacific including New Zealand region. Aussie's and Kiwi's rejoice at the PartyGaming - bwin deal, Australia's most dangerous casino named, Kiwi in Hong Kong poker sting, Star City Casino gunman awaiting sentencing, under age gambling probe on cards and more. heat. Media Man and Gambling911 play Pink Panther and Cluedo with this exciting and newsy Asia Pacific news round up...
Jupiters Hotel and Casino Gold Coast: Australia's Most Dangerous? World Dangerous List...
Australia’s Most Dangerous Casino: The Conrad Hotel and Casino
Australian land based casino and pubs, clubs and hotels have a bit of a reputation as not exactly totally safe places to hang out. Some of the dangers of land based casinos in Australia were touched on in the Productivity Report into gaming, but new findings further back this up with the Gold's Coast's Jupiters getting the most heat. Media Man and Gambling911 bring in the bodyguards with bullet proof vests, baton sticks and plastic handcuffs at the ready with this special report...
HR 2267 Might Have Tough Time in House: Pelosi No Fan
An important milestone was met Wednesday when HR 2267, legislation that looks to fully legalize online poker in the U.S., passed by markup in the House Subcommittee.
Specifically, HR 2267 amends title 31, United States Code, to provide for the licensing of Internet gambling activities by the Secretary of the Treasury, to provide for consumer protections on the Internet, to enforce the tax code, and for other purposes.
Next stop: The House, where HR 2267 author Barney Frank has some degree of sway. But there is one slight obstacle.
Cyprus Government Moves to End Online Gambling
By George Psyllides, Cyprus Mail
Las Vegas Sands Corp, Playtech Report Results
The Las Vegas Sands Corp. consolidated second quarter adjusted property EBITDA increased by 91.2% to record $473.5 million on record net revenue of $1.59 Billion.
European Punters Swindled by State Run Gambling Monopolies During World Cup
Pennsylvania Gambling Beats Out Las Vegas, Atlantic City
No wonder Atlantic City is suffering, Pennsylvania is making quite an impact on the gambling scene, at least if collected taxes act as an indicator.
New York Times: States Addicted to Gambling
The New York Times featuring a report Monday regarding individual states desire to boost their economies through gambling, New Jersey included.
Australian Gambling News July 25, 2010
Readers er punters, the Australian connection between casinos, gaming and politics had never been so hot. Aussie politicians and campaigners continue to battle for your mind (and vote), headlines and the whole box and dice. Media Man and Gambling911 deliver the uncensored news (full strength caffeine in Google speak) you need to know, not always what you want to hear. Here's your weekend fix my friends...
James Packer Family Spotted In Barcelona...
