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Scientists Looking Into Implants, Nasal Sprays to Combat Gambling Addiction
It’s no secret that while most adults have no problem enjoying gambling responsibly, a small percentage of people can develop addictions that cause them to become compulsive gamblers. But scientists around the globe are looking into ways to treat or prevent these...
Powerball, Mega Millions Jackpots Hit, Combined Winnings Exceed $1 Billion, Winners Still Incognito
The odds of winning the Powerball are one in 292.2 million, while for Mega Millions. they are one in 302.5 million. The odds of both jackpots being hit in a span of 24 hours aren't clear, but certainly, they're very, very long....
OJ Simpson Threatens Cosmopolitan With $100 Million Lawsuit, Attorney Argues ‘Malice and Racial Prejudice’ for Ban
OJ Simpson's attorney is threatening The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas with a $100 million lawsuit over an incident that took place last November, which led to his client being banned from the casino. On the night of November 8, Simpson and a...
PGA Tour Players Forced to Undergo Anti-Gambling Program
The wraparound PGA Tour season got back in full swing this week with the Sentry Tournament of Champions in Maui, Hawaii. But before players who won an official event in 2017 teed off, all were required to watch an online anti-gambling tutorial....
Dog Racing in Macau to End with Closure of ‘Canidrome,’ But Activists Fear Greyhounds’ Fate
The Macau (Yat Yuen) Canidrome, the only stadium in Asia built for greyhound racing, will close on July 21, owner Angela Leong confirmed last week. The closure will mark the end of dog racing as a gambling sport in Macau. Leong, who...
Tiger Woods Hopes to Roar Back From Back Surgery at San Diego Tournament
The latest come back for Tiger Woods will take place at the site of his last attempt to return from back surgery and he is hoping it goes better than 2017. The 42 year old has committed to play at the PGA...
Opening of Jeju Shinhwa World Casino Delayed Yet Again
The casino at the Jeju Shinhwa World resort on South Korea’s Jeju Island has pushed back its opening date yet again, with officials this time citing a delay in the transfer of a casino license from another gaming facility. The casino, which...
South Point Casino Owner Michael Gaughan Doubles Worker Bonuses, Credits Trump Tax Reform
Workers at the South Point Hotel Casino in Las Vegas are among the first employees in the gambling industry to learn that their annual bonuses are increasing, thanks to the recent tax reform bill passed by Congress and signed into law by...
Israeli Government Reaches $6.7 Million Settlement with GBI Racing
The Israeli government has agreed to pay a settlement of 23 million shekels ($6.7 million) to GBI Racing following the implementation of a ban on betting on horse racing that came into effect last week. The settlement provides GBI with compensation for...
Serena Williams, Andy Murray Withdraw From Australian Open
The Australian Open is looking less like a Grand Slam event after losing tennis stars Serena Williams and Andy Murray this week. Murray told tournament organizers on Wednesday he couldn’t play because of a lingering injury. “Sadly I won’t be playing in...
