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Gaza War Has Increased Problem Gambling Among Israelis, Hebrew University Reports
The Gaza War has led to gambling problems among some Israeli men Gambling is a form of entertainment that some use to distract their mind Gambling, however, can lead to societal addiction The ongoing Gaza War has led to more gambling problems...
NYC Mayoral Race Odds Improve for Andrew Cuomo Following Eric Adams’ Withdrawal
Eric Adams is no longer seeking reelection as mayor of New York City Adams's exit has slightly improved Andrew Cuomo's chances Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani remains the betting favorite The NYC mayoral odds have tipped slightly in Andrew Cuomo's favor with New...
Casino.org Demolishes Guinness World Record for ‘Most Casinos Visited in 24 Hours’
Casino.org and two adventure seekers set a new Guinness World Record The team visited and gambled in 115 casinos in 24 hours It sets a new benchmark for the "Most Casinos Visited in 24 Hours" For over 30 years, Casino.org has been helping players find their...
Las Vegas Visitation Struggles Endure, but Casinos Benefit From Strong Baccarat Performance
Las Vegas visitor volume remains down in 2025 Despite fewer visitors, casino revenue has increased Las Vegas has experienced tourism woes this summer, with pundits citing the continued rise of resort and parking fees, dining check "tariff surcharges," tighter gaming odds, and...
Mercedes Giveaway at Texas-Mexico Border Casino Leads to Shooting, Two Dead
A shooting broke out at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino early Sunday morning Police are still seeking to apprehend the shooter Two people are dead, with more in critical condition UPDATE: Law enforcement says a suspect is in custody. A brand new...
Las Vegas Sands CEO Robert Goldstein Among US Business Brass Who Met With Chinese Premier
Las Vegas Sands CEO Rob Goldstein met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang The Chinese leader expressed enthusiasm for strengthening his country's relationship with the US Sands operates five casinos in China's Macau Robert Goldstein, the chairman and CEO of Las Vegas Sands,...
Oregon Lottery Winners Now Remain Anonymous, Selling of Winning Tickets Prohibited
Oregon Lottery winners now remain anonymous Their identities are only made known through written authorization Oregon lottery winners will no longer need to make their identities publicly known after a law passed earlier this year went into effect. On Friday, Oregon became...
Indian Gaming Association Mourns Sudden Passing of Chairman Ernie Stevens Jr.
Ernie Stevens Jr. died on Friday at the age of 66 Stevens had led the Indian Gaming Association since 2000 The Indian Gaming Association (IGA) lost its longtime leader on Friday, as Ernie Stevens Jr. died suddenly at the age of 66....
GAO: Pentagon Needs Defenses to Help Military Members With Gambling Disorders
The Government Accountability Office says the Defense Department needs to provide guidance to its installations to help personnel with gambling disorders Military members are said to be at a higher risk of gambling disorder The US government operates slot machines on overseas...
Meadowlands’ Jeff Gural Blames Drugs in Horse Racing for Losing Hambletonian Stakes
Jeff Gural is seeking a casino license at the Meadowlands Racetrack Gural has run the Meadowlands since 2011 Gural says the Hambletonian Society has refused to ban trainers allegedly using PED Meadowlands owner Jeff Gural says his pursuit of a casino in...