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New York Senate Approves Sports Betting Through Mobile Devices, But Questions Persist if Assembly, Gov. Cuomo Agree
Legislation that permits online sports betting in New York State moved forward on Monday after overwhelming state Senate approval by a 57-5 vote. The bill, S17, could be voted on by the state Assembly later this week. In its way, may be...
PAGCOR Could Lose Some Authority Depending on Decision by Philippine Supreme Court
A gaming ordinance enacted by Quezon City, Philippines is under review by the nation’s Supreme Court and may have far-reaching impact on the authority of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). The local rule -- identified as City Ordinance 2773-201 --...
Cubs Reportedly Interested in Wrigley Field Sportsbook as MLB Considers Embracing Betting to Attract Fans
Chicago’s Wrigley Field, long known as “The Friendly Confines,” may soon become friendlier to sports betting. Over the weekend, ESPN reported that the Chicago Cubs were contemplating setting up a sportsbook at the historic baseball stadium. The potential move comes as Illinois...
Lakers Trade for Anthony Davis Creates Shockwaves in NBA, Sportsbooks
The Toronto Raptors haven’t had a chance to hold a parade to celebrate NBA Championship, and already there’s bigger news making headlines across the league thanks to the Los Angeles Lakers trading for superstar Anthony Davis. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski Saturday night that...
Cambodia Captures Cash from Surging Number of Casino Licenses
News that Cambodia issued at least 13 new licenses for gaming venues so far this year raises some questions since many of the nation’s casinos never open while others are in different phases of construction. Government officials from the East Asian nation...
Sunset Station Hotel & Casino Employees to Unionize as Station Casinos Challenges Earlier Worker Votes
UPDATE: Workers at Fiesta Rancho Hotel & Casino, owned by Station Casinos, also voted to unionize. A total of 147 workers voted on Friday and 85 percent backed the union. Approximately 200 employees will be represented by the Culinary Workers Union. Hundreds...
Tyson Fury a Big Favorite Entering Saturday’s Heavyweight Bout with Tom Schwarz in Las Vegas
Oddsmakers believe Tyson Fury Saturday's heavyweight bout with German Tom Schwarz at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas will be a one-sided affair. The 6-foot-9 Fury (27-0-1) has -3334 odds at PointsBet as of early Friday morning. That means a...
Justin Rose Ties Scoring Record to Take Early Lead After Day 1 of US Open
Justin Rose birdied his final three holes to card a 6-under-par 65 and take a one-shot lead after the first round of the US Open at Pebble Beach. Four players are tied for second place at five-under, including Rickie Fowler, Xander Schauffele,...
Wynn Resorts Receives Approvals to Open Encore Boston Harbor on June 23
The Encore Boston Harbor is now only days away from opening, as Wynn Resorts has received the necessary approvals to open the casino resort on June 23. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission authorized three trial gambling days next week before the opening, and...
Lisboeta Macau Project Could Include SJM-Affiliated Satellite Casino
SJM Holdings is considering placing a satellite gaming venue at the Lisboeta complex now under construction in Macau -- perhaps with the help of another company. The Lisboeta hotel and entertainment property currently does not include a casino in its plans. But...
