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Massage therapist sues Steve Wynn alleging sexual harassment
A former massage therapist filed a civil lawsuit Wednesday against disgraced and departed casino mogul Steve Wynn, alleging that he frequently used “his immense power to coerce (her) to perform sexual favors.”
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Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Hard Rock Lake Tahoe releases March promotions
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Hard Rock Lake Tahoe releases March promotions
Guests can enjoy burlesque shows, gaming promotions and March Mania viewings.
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The Stars Group acquires majority interest in CrownBet
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The Stars Group acquires majority interest in CrownBet
The company has obtained 62% interest in the sportsbook, which generated AU$204 million in 2017.
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LVbet becomes official partner of the German Ice Hockey Federation
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LVbet becomes official partner of the German Ice Hockey Federation
The one-year agreement will see LVbet gain exposure via televised sporting events, billboards and video displays within DEB arenas.
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Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Las Vegas judge tosses Czech casino owner’s claim in poker lawsuit
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Las Vegas judge tosses Czech casino owner’s claim in poker lawsuit
A judge on Tuesday threw out a Czech casino owner’s counterclaims against the Aria and an Australian poker player over a multi-million dollar poker game. Lawyers for Leon Tsoukernik had alleged that he lost $3 million to a professional...
Red Rock Resorts’ earnings dampened by construction
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Red Rock Resorts’ earnings dampened by construction
The continued ongoing disruption of two Station Casinos’ properties dampened fourth-quarter earnings for Las Vegas-based Red Rock Resorts, company officials said Tuesday.
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Union Blamed For Trump Taj Mahal Closure Welcomed Back To Hard Rock AC

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Union Blamed For Trump Taj Mahal Closure Welcomed Back To Hard Rock AC
Unite Here Local 54 has signed an agreement that could see the NJ casino union return to represent workers at Hard Rock Atlantic City in the near future.
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Plaza Hotel celebrates St. Patrick's Day with fireworks
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Plaza Hotel celebrates St. Patrick's Day with fireworks
Starting at 7 p.m. on 17 March, casinogoers can enjoy a free show featuring green fireworks.
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Monday, February 26, 2018
Hard Rock casino to flood Atlantic City with live music
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Hard Rock casino to flood Atlantic City with live music
Atlantic City’s newest casino promises to flood the city with live music.
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Trop Near The Top: Tropicana NJ Casino’s Revival Capped By Strong Revenue In 2017

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Trop Near The Top: Tropicana NJ Casino’s Revival Capped By Strong Revenue In 2017
Tropicana NJ's $390M revenue in 2017 was good enough for second place in AC, completing a startling turnaround from when the NJ casino was at death's door.
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Riverwind Casino supports Meals on Wheels
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Riverwind Casino supports Meals on Wheels
This past Valentine's Day, Riverwind employees visited the local Meals on Wheels distribution center to thank volunteers for their efforts.
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Saturday, February 24, 2018
Parking, resort fees could put damper on Las Vegas Strip boom
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Parking, resort fees could put damper on Las Vegas Strip boom
While the Southern Nevada casino industry enjoys a burst of prosperity and development, it also may be facing a tide of negative sentiment from loyal casino customers regarding high resort fees and paid parking policies at Strip casinos.
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Friday, February 23, 2018
Complaints hit one of Nevada’s sports betting mutual funds
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Complaints hit one of Nevada’s sports betting mutual funds
Former clients of Bettor Investments, one of the first sports betting mutual funds in Nevada, are accusing the company’s founder of going “radio silent” and not responding to requests to return their money.
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Live! Casino celebrates Black History Heroes Awards
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Live! Casino celebrates Black History Heroes Awards
The Maryland casino hosted the ceremony, recognizing ten local business and community leaders.
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SiGMA 2018 space sells out quickly
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SiGMA 2018 space sells out quickly
The upcoming conference's floor space is almost fully booked, with 80% already assigned to big names in the gaming industry.
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NJ Sports Betting Case Closing In On Final Weeks Before Supreme Court Decides Its Fate

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NJ Sports Betting Case Closing In On Final Weeks Before Supreme Court Decides Its Fate
The US Supreme Court could decide the New Jersey sports betting case as early as March or April, but like the final verdict, the actual date is unknown.
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Thursday, February 22, 2018
Complaints hit one of Nevada’s first sports betting mutual funds
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Complaints hit one of Nevada’s first sports betting mutual funds
Former clients of Bettor Investments, one of the first sports betting mutual funds in Nevada, are accusing the company’s founder of going “radio silent” and not responding to requests to return their money.
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SIS funds British Greyhound Breeders Forum
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SIS funds British Greyhound Breeders Forum
The financial assistance will support British greyhound breeders for the next three years.
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Poker Central produces "Super High Roller Club" series
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Poker Central produces "Super High Roller Club" series
The six-episode lifestyle series will chronicle the lifestyles of high-stakes poker regulars such as Daniel Negreanu, Phil Hellmuth and Nick Schulman.
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Sam's Town invites guests to shoot hoops for slot dollars
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Sam's Town invites guests to shoot hoops for slot dollars
Next month, the casino will offer multiple ways to win big in March, including March Hoopla celebrations and a Pot O' Winnings kiosk game.
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Wednesday, February 21, 2018
New details emerge for Sphere Las Vegas project near Strip
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New details emerge for Sphere Las Vegas project near Strip
The Clark County Commission on Wednesday unanimously approved waivers of development standards, including a reduction in the number of required parking spaces, for the planned 18,000-seat Madison Square Garden Sphere Las Vegas performance...
Golden Nugget Is Still The Leader Of The New Jersey Online Gambling Pack

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Golden Nugget Is Still The Leader Of The New Jersey Online Gambling Pack
Last week, NJ's online gambling revenue for January 2018 was revealed, and no surprise, Golden Nugget NJ still reigns over its NJ online casino competition.
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BtoBet shortlisted for Innovator of the Year award
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BtoBet shortlisted for Innovator of the Year award
Recognized for its solutions, the technology provider will attend the Global Compliance Regulatory Awards in London on 18 April.
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Tuesday, February 20, 2018
Resorts World Catskills introduces live table games
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Resorts World Catskills introduces live table games
The New York casino offers an array of live table games, including blackjack, craps, baccarat, roulette and Pai Gow Tiles.
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Call from Steve Wynn led Maddox to career in casino work
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Call from Steve Wynn led Maddox to career in casino work
It never occurred to Wynn Resorts CEO Matt Maddox that what he thought was a prank telephone call in 2002 would ultimately lead to a possible appearances before regulators to answer questions about his boss and mentor, Steve Wynn.
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Almost There: Hiring Spree, New Logo Highlight Busy Week For Ocean Resort Casino

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Almost There: Hiring Spree, New Logo Highlight Busy Week For Ocean Resort Casino
Ocean Resort Casino, aka former Revel, finished another week of development by listing a few high-profile job openings and showcasing the NJ casino's logo.
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MLB, NBA Not Winning Fans With Demand For 1 Percent Of Wagers In Sports Bets

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MLB, NBA Not Winning Fans With Demand For 1 Percent Of Wagers In Sports Bets
A recent poll shows nearly 70% Americans oppose the NBA and MLB's demand for a cut of sports bets, and the NJ sports betting case is in the spotlight.
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Monday, February 19, 2018
Las Vegas police respond to robbery at South Point casino
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Las Vegas police respond to robbery at South Point casino
Police were called about the robbery just before 7:40 p.m., Metropolitan Police Department Lt. David Gordon said.
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Pala Casino announces summer entertainment headliners
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Pala Casino announces summer entertainment headliners
Ahead of the opening of its swimming pool, bar and outdoor restaurant, the casino has unveiled its celebratory lineup.
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Mayfair Casino celebrates biggest roulette win ever
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Mayfair Casino celebrates biggest roulette win ever
A regular player won £17,310 while playing the Immersive Roulette, a live casino game.
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Saturday, February 17, 2018
Report shows Las Vegas Strip has Nevada’s tightest slot machines
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Report shows Las Vegas Strip has Nevada’s tightest slot machines
When the state Gaming Control Board released its statewide gaming win statistics for 2017 in late January, the headline was the 2.8 percent increase from $11.26 billion in 2016 to $11.57 billion for the 336 nonrestricted locations across...
Friday, February 16, 2018
A look at the Wynn Resorts duplex villa Steve Wynn calls home
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A look at the Wynn Resorts duplex villa Steve Wynn calls home
Steve Wynn has been living in a duplex villa at Wynn Resorts overlooking his golf course and valley mountains for the past decade.
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Tioga Downs celebrates first year since casino expansion
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Tioga Downs celebrates first year since casino expansion
In December, the New York casino marked a year of growth after the opening of its enhanced gaming floor and hotel.
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Casino City's Friday Five: Everything ever edition
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Casino City's Friday Five: Everything ever edition
It's a good thing tomorrow's Saturday, because we really need some down time after all that happened in the past week.
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8 Tips on How to Win at Video Poker

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8 Tips on How to Win at Video Poker
By Jerry Stich
Video poker is among the most popular of casino video games. The reasons for this are many. They include:
Relatively low house edge – sometimes even a player edge.
Unlike table games, you can play without other...
Thursday, February 15, 2018
Second shareholder lawsuit filed against Wynn Resorts, directors
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Second shareholder lawsuit filed against Wynn Resorts, directors
In the swelling wake of sexual harassment allegations against former chairman and CEO Steve Wynn, a second group of shareholders filed a lawsuit Thursday against the resort company and its board of directors.
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Little Texas comes to Cherokee Roland for free show
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Little Texas comes to Cherokee Roland for free show
The country-rock band will bring its energetic hits to the casino's stage next week.
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South Point planning $40M upgrade to guest rooms
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South Point planning $40M upgrade to guest rooms
South Point plans a $40 million remodel plan to its guest rooms in the property’s three towers, the company said Thursday in a statement.
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Wednesday, February 14, 2018
Lawyers: Okada thought deal would lead to loan from Wynn Resorts
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Lawyers: Okada thought deal would lead to loan from Wynn Resorts
Lawyers for Kazuo Okada said the Japanese billionaire signed a consent to allow Elaine Wynn to sell her shares in Wynn Resorts on the presumption the company would lend him money. The loan never materialized and Okada now claims it...
Golden Nugget online brands generated more than $7 million in New Jersey
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Golden Nugget online brands generated more than $7 million in New Jersey
The brand earned the single largest monthly haul by a New Jersey online casino since online gambling was legalized in the state.
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888 Casino NJ Launches 50 New Games For Three Times The Fun, Fun, Fun

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888 Casino NJ Launches 50 New Games For Three Times The Fun, Fun, Fun
With tons of new NJ online casino games, 888 Casino NJ is making a big ad push and offering players more chances to get "lucky, lucky, lucky" in New Jersey.
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Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Las Vegas gaming company boards below average in women members
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Las Vegas gaming company boards below average in women members
The boards of Las Vegas’ six largest gaming employers have just nine women among their 58 members, and only two of the boards have female representation that is higher than the average of 21.2 percent for SP 500 companies.
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Golden Entertainment opens two PT's Gold taverns
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Golden Entertainment opens two PT's Gold taverns
The locations are the company's 58th and 59th wholly owned traditional neighborhood taverns in Nevada.
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NJ Lawmakers, Concerned For AC Casinos, Consider Changes To Quick Draw Keno Game

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NJ Lawmakers, Concerned For AC Casinos, Consider Changes To Quick Draw Keno Game
Quick Draw, the NJ keno-style lottery game, is quickly drawing the attention of the Legislature for its potential impact on Atlantic City casino revenues.
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Ignition Casino player grabs $64,000
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Ignition Casino player grabs $64,000
Amber S. earned the random jackpot while playing the Lion's Roar online slot last week.
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Monday, February 12, 2018
Wynn board panel hires new law firm to assist in Steve Wynn review
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Wynn board panel hires new law firm to assist in Steve Wynn review
A special committee of the Wynn Resorts Ltd. board of directors that said it no longer needed independent outside counsel to complete an investigation of allegations against Steve Wynn on Monday hired a new law firm to assist in its...
Golden Entertainment opens 2 new PT’s Golden taverns
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Golden Entertainment opens 2 new PT’s Golden taverns
Golden Entertainment has opened two new PT’s Gold taverns, raising the company’s neighborhood tavern count to 59 in Nevada.
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NJ Governor, New AC Mayor Hint At Changes To State’s Atlantic City Takeover

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NJ Governor, New AC Mayor Hint At Changes To State’s Atlantic City Takeover
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and AC Mayor Frank Gilliam Jr. seem to indicate that changes may come to the state's 2016 takeover of Atlantic City's finances.
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Saturday, February 10, 2018
Las Vegas slogan ‘what happens here’ may face cloudy future
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Las Vegas slogan ‘what happens here’ may face cloudy future
If the allegations against Steve Wynn are just the tip of an iceberg, it could create a very tough balancing act for Southern Nevada’s tourism bureau and its use of the familiar slogan “what happens here, stays here,” according to several...
Allegations shocking contrast to Steve Wynn’s business vision
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Allegations shocking contrast to Steve Wynn’s business vision
Steve Wynn is a smart and charismatic speaker who can paint a vivid landscape of words from his imagination. How could somebody that smart allow himself to be cornered into the position of having to quit now?
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Friday, February 9, 2018
Steve Wynn says he has no immediate plans to sell stock
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Steve Wynn says he has no immediate plans to sell stock
Steve Wynn says he no longer disputes a 2010 shareholder’s agreement that gave him control over his ex-wife’s stake, opening the door for both of them to sell their stock in Wynn Resorts.
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Little Creek Resort to host annual Sa'heh'wa'mish Days Pow-Wow
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Little Creek Resort to host annual Sa'heh'wa'mish Days Pow-Wow
On 27 and 28 February, the casino will hold a ceremonial gathering of indigenous people of the Coast Salish Tribes.
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Keith Urban's world tour to touch down at Mohegan Sun
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Keith Urban's world tour to touch down at Mohegan Sun
On 7 and 8 September, the Grammy Award-winning artist will perform his hits during the "GRAFFITI U WORLD TOUR."
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Thursday, February 8, 2018
Neil Baxley named Director of Slot Operations at Seminole Coconut Creek
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Neil Baxley named Director of Slot Operations at Seminole Coconut Creek
Baxley is currently the highest ranking team member who is also a member of the Seminole Tribe of Florida.
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Las Vegas Strip roller coaster now comes with VR thrills
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Las Vegas Strip roller coaster now comes with VR thrills
If the sights from New York-New York’s roller coaster didn’t thrill riders enough, they can now chase an alien along a desert cliff for an extra $5.
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NJ Gaming Regulators Give Green Light To Sports Betting License Applications

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NJ Gaming Regulators Give Green Light To Sports Betting License Applications
The NJDGE is reportedly inviting casinos, racetracks, and gambling sites to apply for NJ sports betting licenses ahead of a US Supreme Court decision.
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First US Poker Open event comes to a close
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First US Poker Open event comes to a close
Justin Bonomo, a 32-year-old poker pro, bested a field of 68 entries to win the first-place prize of $190,400.
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Wednesday, February 7, 2018
Sinatra, Cirque, Siegfried & Roy highlight Steve Wynn’s entertainment legacy
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Sinatra, Cirque, Siegfried & Roy highlight Steve Wynn’s entertainment legacy
In his reign as the architect of the Vegas mega-resort, Wynn merged his personal wealth and his zeal for business with his passion for live entertainment.
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Fighting For A Slice Of The Proverbial Pie: Can Atlantic City Sustain Nine Casinos?

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Fighting For A Slice Of The Proverbial Pie: Can Atlantic City Sustain Nine Casinos?
The Hard Rock AC and Ocean Resort Casino (former Revel) will open summer 2018, creating speculation about whether 9 NJ casinos can survive in Atlantic City.
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Wynn Resorts shareholder sues company’s founder, board
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Wynn Resorts shareholder sues company’s founder, board
The investor filed a shareholder derivative lawsuit against Steve Wynn and the company’s board of directors for allegedly “disregarding a sustained pattern of sexual harassment and egregious misconduct” by the ex-CEO.
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Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Steve Wynn’s deals, properties leave big impression on gaming
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Steve Wynn’s deals, properties leave big impression on gaming
With deals, acquisitions, buyouts and the dramatic launch of new resorts, Steve Wynn has left an oversized impression on the gaming industry in Las Vegas, the U.S. and as far away as Macau.
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The Palazzo, The Venetian offer Valentine's Day specials
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The Palazzo, The Venetian offer Valentine's Day specials
Guests can take inspiration from gift ideas, do some shopping and enjoy dining specials at the Grand Canal Shoppes and Fashion Show Las Vegas.
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Evolution Gaming showcases Lightning Roulette
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Evolution Gaming showcases Lightning Roulette
The extended roulette game features one to five randomly generated lucky numbers and payouts.
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Monday, February 5, 2018
11 Las Vegas resorts take top honors from U.S. News & World Report
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11 Las Vegas resorts take top honors from U.S. News & World Report
Eleven Las Vegas resorts made U.S. News World Report’s list of the world’s top hotels, the Washington-based organization reported Monday.
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Regulators from 65 jurisdictions head for ICE 2018
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Regulators from 65 jurisdictions head for ICE 2018
As the opening of the international gaming show draws near, event organizers are prepared to host 411 regulators from 65 jurisdictions.
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A Pair Of New NJ Gambling Sites On The Way: Ocean Resort, Hard Rock AC

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A Pair Of New NJ Gambling Sites On The Way: Ocean Resort, Hard Rock AC
Atlantic City's newest casinos, Ocean Resort and Hard Rock AC, apply for NJ online gambling licenses ahead of their physical casino launches.
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Las Vegas court filing: Wynn wanted sex with waitress ‘to see how it feels’ to be with a grandmother
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Las Vegas court filing: Wynn wanted sex with waitress ‘to see how it feels’ to be with a grandmother
Billionaire casino developer Steve Wynn faced allegations of pressuring a waitress into sex about 30 years ago, allegedly telling his employee he had “never had a grandmother before” and wanted “to...
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Law firm to help with Wynn sexual misconduct investigation
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Law firm to help with Wynn sexual misconduct investigation
The special committee of Wynn Resorts Ltd. independent board members has hired a Los Angeles law firm with a special emphasis on workplace sexual harassment cases to assist in investigating allegations of sexual impropriety by Chairman and...
Changes may be coming to Super Bowl environment in Las Vegas
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Changes may be coming to Super Bowl environment in Las Vegas
Pat Christenson expects when the Raiders get to Las Vegas, every home game is going to be like Super Bowl Sunday with parties that could include appearances by Raider legends and massive screens showing the action.
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Friday, February 2, 2018
Steve Wynn’s $7.5M settlement involved a paternity claim, report says
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Steve Wynn’s $7.5M settlement involved a paternity claim, report says
The $7.5 million settlement payment Wynn Resorts Chairman and CEO Steve Wynn paid to a former employee involved a paternity claim, Bloomberg News reported Friday.
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bet365bingo offering 60,000 prizes during £1,000,000 Slots Giveaway
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bet365bingo offering 60,000 prizes during £1,000,000 Slots Giveaway
Players earn prize draw tickets for every £10 cash staked on qualifying games and two on Double Ticket Games.
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Little Creek Casino Resort February news and notes
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Little Creek Casino Resort February news and notes
Resort casino in Washington state to offer Mardi Gras Party,
Valentine's Day dinner, spa specials and Golf Series Finale at Salish Cliffs.
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Thursday, February 1, 2018
Winning Powerball ticket worth nearly $2M sold in Primm
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Winning Powerball ticket worth nearly $2M sold in Primm
A winning Powerball ticket worth almost $2 million was sold at the California-Nevada border.
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Reflex Gaming to solidify Leander deal at ICE
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Reflex Gaming to solidify Leander deal at ICE
The agreement will be officially confirmed on the opening day of ICE London, 6 February, at 10 a.m.
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January Macau gaming revenue jumps 36 percent, best in 4 years
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January Macau gaming revenue jumps 36 percent, best in 4 years
The Macau gaming industry is off to a blistering start to 2018.
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Settlement reached in 2016 may provide roadmap in Steve Wynn case
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Settlement reached in 2016 may provide roadmap in Steve Wynn case
A settlement reached in a 2016 case involving sportsbook operator CG Technology could provide a roadmap for regulators as they work their way through investigating allegations that Wynn resorts chairman and CEO Steve Wynn demanded...