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Greek Freak to Skip 2023 FIBA World Cup, Greece’s Odds Drop
Greece saw a huge drop in their odds to win the 2023 FIBA World Cup because Giannis "Greek Freak" Antetokounmpo will not play for the national team while he recovers from minor knee surgery. The 2023 FIBA World Cup will take place...
Boyd Gaming, Nevada Firefighters Show Generosity for Maui Wildfire Victims
Las Vegas is showing its heartfelt generosity after this week’s widespread destruction from Maui’s wildfire. Boyd Gaming, firefighters from Southern Nevada, American Red Cross volunteers, and former residents of Hawaii now living in Nevada -- are among those stepping up to meet...
Jackpot: Aria Slot Player Wins $10.1M on Strip
A mystery guest at the Aria Resort & Casino recently hit a $10.1M jackpot on a slot machine at the Las Vegas Strip gaming property. The player from California stopped at the MGM Resorts property on a visit to the Strip, according...
Online Gaming Operators in Ukraine to Pay More Taxes on Revenue
It's going to be a little more expensive for legitimate online gaming operators in Ukraine to do business. The Verkhovna Rada, the country's parliament, has reintroduced an 18% turnover tax for online casino operators. Danylo Hetmantsev, head of the Rada Committee on...
Las Vegas Comic Survives Hawaiian Deadly Wildfire – Report
A Las Vegas-based performer visiting Maui was able to escape to Honolulu this week after a wildfire struck the western portion of the devasted Hawaiian island. Comedian/hypnotist Don Barnhart was on the island paradise for a show when the deadly fire ignited...
Seven Mobile Sportsbooks Apply for Kentucky Licenses
Kentucky regulators are considering applications from seven online sportsbook operators, as well as applications for in-person wagering from the state’s seven horse racetracks. The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission will decide on the license applications later this month, and residents should be able...
New York Jets Get a Futures Bump After ‘Hard Knocks’ Debut
With the addition of Aaron Rodgers at quarterback, and thanks to an appearance on HBO’s "Hard Knocks," the New York Jets are the seventh-highest favorite to win the Super Bowl at +1400 odds. The Jets were 7-10 last season and haven't posted...
Hard Rock’s Planned Casino in Greece Reportedly in Financial Trouble
Hard Rock International's plans to bring a massive integrated resort (IR) to Athens, Greece, may be faltering. The original plan had the government providing financial assistance. But it is now requesting that Hard Rock and its partner, Gek Terna, contribute more to...
Australia’s Sportsbet Sees Profits Slip Amid Higher Taxes and Marketing Spend
Flutter Entertainment has presented a financial health report for Sportsbet, its Australian sports betting arm. It reported a slight drop in revenue for the first half of the year that resulted in new taxes. But it could also be because the company...
Paris Las Vegas Suspect Nabbed After Restroom Explosions, Fire
A homeless man is facing charges after authorities investigated a restroom fire at the Paris Las Vegas on Monday. The suspect, Kenny Terry, was arrested on charges of arson and making false statements to police charges. Terry was released from jail after...
