8322 stories by Devin O'Connor
2020 Democratic Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang Supports Nationwide Online Poker
Andrew Yang, a 2020 Democratic hopeful, is coming out in support of legalizing online poker in all 50 states. The 44-year-old attorney, businessman, and philanthropist believes the ban on internet poker in all but four states is only allowing illegal offshore sites...
Las Vegas Security Expert Says Off-Strip Casinos Remain Exposed Following Cannery RV Incident
Las Vegas off-Strip casinos need to be better protected against individuals who want to damage the property or deliver harm to guests and employees. That’s the verdict from one casino security expert following the incident at the Cannery Casino in North Las...
Tiger Woods Makes History With 82nd PGA Tour Win, Odds Strong for Presidents Cup Pick
Tiger Woods is accustomed to making history. But even he admitted Monday’s win in Japan at Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club was something special. With the win at the inaugural ZOZO Championship in Chiba, Woods ties golf legend Sam Snead for the...
Campaign Against Alabama Tribal Casino Operator Refuses to Disclose Donors
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PBCI), a casino operator with three resorts in their home state of Alabama, is on the defensive against a nonprofit that wants the tribe's gaming revenue taxed. Poarch Creek Accountability Now (PCAN) is a 501c(4) nonprofit...
Week 8 NFL Odds: New England Patriots Expected to Reach 8-0 Against Cleveland Browns
The NFL odds for week 8 once again have the New England Patriots heavily favored against their competition. This time, the defending champs are spotting 12 points at home against the Cleveland Browns. The undefeated Pats look to hit the halfway mark...
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Demands Tribal Casino Update, Delays Consideration of Third IR License
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) wants an update on the legal proceedings between the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the federal government regarding its proposed $1 billion casino resort in Taunton. The Mashpee Wampanoags – recognized only in 2007 – are one of...
Best Casinos Outside Las Vegas List Dominated by Native American Resorts
USA Today released its best casino hotels in the US last month, with Mohegan Sun in Connecticut taking top honors. This week, USA Today delivered another list of gaming-related rankings. The "10Best Readers' Choice Awards: Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas 2019"...
Washington Nationals World Series Favorites After Taking Two-Game Lead
The Washington Nationals have shocked the baseball world. Following two wins at Minute Maid Park against two of the game's best pitchers, the National League champs are the World Series betting favorites. Few saw this coming. The FanDuel sportsbook now has the...
Macau Welcomes 30.2M Visitors Through September 2019, But Gaming Win Lagging Tourism Growth
Macau is experiencing a surge in visitor arrivals this year. But the increase in the number of people in the Chinese Special Administrative Region (SAR) isn't leading to better gaming revenues for casinos. The uptick in visitor arrivals has actually led to...
Philippines POGO Operators Face Additional Five Percent Gaming Revenue Tax, Higher Fees
Philippines Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) could soon face higher taxes on their gross revenue, as well as elevated licensing fees. Philippine House Rep. Joey Salceda, a member of President Rodrigo Duterte's ruling Democratic Party, introduced legislation this week that seeks to levy...
