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Cheating Scandals Raise New Questions about Honesty, Security of Internet Gambling Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 10:03PMWhenever Todd Witteles signed on to an Internet poker site, the first thing he did was look around for inexperienced players. One day in August 2007, the Las Vegas poker pro thought he had found an easy mark on AbsolutePoker.com.
Budget woes raise questions Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 9:58PMSPRINGFIELD - Illinois government faces a budget crisis. A big one. The deficit is growing, bills are piling up, state services are being cut and officials have no easy ways of cleaning up the mess.
Senecas Navigating Obstacles Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 9:41PMBy CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated Press Writer CATTARAUGUS INDIAN RESERVATION, N.Y. (AP) - Newly elected Seneca Indian President Barry E. Snyder Sr. said he put a lot of thought into whether to pursue a fourth term as leader of the western New York Indian nation.
Legislator Costantino has second thoughts, takes pass on Atlanta conference Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 8:35PMHouse Finance Committee Chairman Steven Costantino is not going to Atlanta after all.
State to advertise video gambling Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 8:16PMSALEM, Ore. (AP) - Beginning in December, a TV actor dressed as a knight will urge more Oregonians to try their hand at video gambling.
Latest Chrysler Buyout Offer Lures Quarter of Salaried Staff Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 5:15AMThe day before Thanksgiving was a moment of reckoning for white-collar workers who were offered buyout deals.
Pacquiao on the homestretch before fight Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 5:09AMLOS ANGELES—Two days before convoying to Las Vegas for the homestretch of preparations for his biggest fight, Manny Pacquiao stepped on the scales to check where he is at for his Dec. 6 Dream Match against Oscar De La Hoya at the MGM Grand.
China holds horse betting trial run Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 4:05AM(AP:BEIJING) Organized gambling on horse races has returned to mainland China for the first time since the ruling Communist Party seized power in 1949, state media reported.
China holds horse betting trial run Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 3:42AMOrganized gambling on horse races has returned to mainland China for the first time since the ruling Communist Party seized power in 1949, state media reported. The central city of Wuhan in Hubei province held a trial horse racing event Saturday in which...
China holds horse betting trial run Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 3:36AMSun, Nov 30, 2008 (1:33 a.m.) Organized gambling on horse races has returned to mainland China for the first time since the ruling Communist Party seized power in 1949, state media reported.
Pyramid selling scam snares workers Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 3:30AMEMPLOYEES of a council that is probing a pyramid selling epidemic have themselves been paying £3,000 to join it.
Damian Green case shows we are taking freedom of information for granted Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 3:33PMBridget Fox: We had to fight for the principle that the public should have free access to government information – unless national or personal security was at risk
Call for Local Council Shake-Up to Ease Ratepayers Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 2:57PMRatepayers and businesses groaning under the weight of soaring yearly rate rises could find relief in a report calling on councils to focus on core services.
AC casinos looking to avoid December lull Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 2:28PMATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Next month, gamblers here will be able to run through the corridors wearing Santa hats while chasing Hooters girls; gaze at four miles of multicolored lights and 100 feet of fake snow, and attend a Sexiest Santa contest.
November tough month for gambling stocks Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 2:26PMNine out of the 10 casino operators and slot machine manufacturers charted by Las Vegas-based business advisory firm Applied Analysis showed month-over-month declines in their average daily stock prices.
Spout Off Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 2:07PMRep. Louie Gohmert (R., Texas) suggests an across-the-board reprieve on paying 2008 income taxes. This would leave an extra $1.2 trillion in the hands of Americans, who are the best stewards of their own money.
Bishops release Advent pastoral letter Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 1:59PMThe Archbishop of Malta and the Bishop of Gozo have released a pastoral letter to mark the start of the period of Advent, which is the time leading up to Christmas. The bishops said that the dignity of the human being is very often being belittled in a culture where everything is measured according to efficiency [...]
November tough month for gambling stocks Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 1:48PMNovember was another downward slide for gambling stocks. Nine out of the 10 casino operators and slot machine manufacturers charted by Las Vegas-based business advisory firm Applied Analysis showed month-over-month declines in their average daily stock...
Western NY tribe navigating obstacles Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 1:43PMNewly elected Seneca Indian President Barry E. Snyder Sr. said he put a lot of thought into whether to pursue a fourth term as leader of the western New York Indian nation.
Leadership votes take on new significance Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 2:39AMTOPEKA - The stakes may be even higher than usual Monday when lawmakers choose their leaders for the ...
China, Iran and Jamaica go against trend on executions Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 2:33AMThe execution of a Chinese scientist on Friday is the latest in a series of executions that are going against the global trend towards a moratorium on the death penalty.
Winter equestrian season begins in Wellington with steeplechase Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 2:19AMThe winter equestrian season will kick in this weekend like never before in Palm Beach County .
Events for November 29, 2008 Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 2:06AMEvents listed below do not include ongoing events such as church services. Show Ongoing Events
Lottery.co.uk Celebrates 250th EuroMillions Lottery Draw Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 2:06AM Lottery.co.uk is celebrating the 250th EuroMillions draw, which proved to be so successful, it may be used as a template for a World Lottery in the future. (PRWeb Nov 29, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1677524.htm
A Super Afternoon Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 1:53AM The Paso Robles Bearcats got out to a quick start in their YFL Super Bowl football game against the Lompoc Panthers, but it was the Lompoc defense that finished strong.
Feed your addiction Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 1:49AMThere are all sorts of crippling addictions in this world. You have alcoholics, gambling addicts, drug addicts, sex addicts - who must surely be the most fun to be around in rehab clinics.
Black Friday Notebook: When you’re in the line, ‘it gets a little rough’ Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 1:40AM The line at the Norwich Wal-Mart was 300 strong when the store opened at 5 a.m. Friday.
Ten business owners sentenced for gambling machine violations Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 3:01PMA judge ordered eight businesses to forfeit gambling machines and proceeds after the business owners pleaded guilty to misdemanor charges.
Carmi stays perfect at Preview Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 2:56PM HARRISBURG - The Carmi-White County Lady Bulldogs got moving - both literally and figuratively - in the third quarter Wednesday to earn a 45-21 win over Anna-Jonesboro and remain perfect at the Harrisburg Lady Bulldog Preview Tournament.
Schenectady officer suspended in bar fight Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 2:43PMDarren Lawrence is on unpaid leave after alleged altercation SCHENECTADY ? A city police officer with a pending criminal matter has been suspended without pay for allegedly punching a man during an argument at a nightspot and then fighting with fellow cops who responded, according to several people familiar with the incident. Officer Darren Lawrence does not face any criminal charges related ...
10 plead guilty in gambling in eastern Ky. Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 1:57PMA judge ordered eight businesses to forfeit gambling machines and proceeds after the business owners pleaded guilty to misdemanor charges. Clark County District Judge Earl-Ray Neal also sentenced the 10 people who owned the businesses to 180 days each in jail, but conditionally suspended the sentences for a year. Each of the business owners pleaded guilty on Wednesday to possesion of a ...
Manitoba/National News Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 1:30PMOTTAWA — Canadians could be plunged into a constitutional crisis and possible election just weeks after making a $300-million trip to the polls.
Two Plead Guilty in Poker Ring Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 4:36PMTwo suspects originally pleaded not guilty, but switched pleas this week.
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Sentenced to death Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 3:04PMWen Junwu, 30, a former China youth international footballer has been sentenced to death with two years’ reprieve for killing a man over gambling ...
Are You Internet Addicted? Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 12:31PMChina may become the first country in the world to classify internet addiction as a mental disorder.
Brazil Court Starts Criminal Trial for Senior Justice (Update1) Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 12:30PMNov. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Brazil’s Supreme Court approved a criminal trial for a Superior Court justice who prosecutors say helped grant regular business licenses to illegal bingo halls and other gambling establishments in Rio de Janeiro.
Few Clues to Journalist Killing Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 11:23AMMurdered broadcaster may have dug too deep in local corruption stories.
Say Lawyer Looted Escrow to Gamble Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:33PMA former Queens attorney has been indicted on charges that she allegedly took over $100,000 from escrow accounts belonging to several clients to fuel her purported gambling addiction, it was announced. Queens District Attorney Richard A. Brown identified the suspect as 46-year-old Arelia Taveras, presently residing in Bloomington, Minn.
Outgoing MGM Mirage CEO to leave board as gambling regulators look into academic resume Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:32PMMGM Mirage Inc. said Wednesday its outgoing chairman and chief executive is leaving its board, severing all formal ties with the casino operator
Outgoing CEO Lanni to leave MGM Mirage board Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:09PM(AP:LAS VEGAS) MGM Mirage Inc. said Wednesday its outgoing chairman and chief executive is leaving its board, severing all formal ties with the casino operator he led for more than 13 years as he faces increased scrutiny over whether he misrepresented his academic credentials.
Edwin Edwards has friends, foes in bid for freedom Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 6:58PMWASHINGTON -- The holidays are upon us and, in official Washington, a season of forgiveness began Monday with President Bush issuing 14 pardons and commuting the sentences of two others.
Outgoing CEO Lanni to leave MGM Mirage board Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 6:48PMMGM Mirage Inc. said Wednesday that its outgoing chairman and chief executive is withdrawing from its board, severing all formal ties with the casino operator he led for 13-plus years as he faces increased scrutiny over whether he misrepresented his academic...
Conn. casinos seek to extend drinking hours Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 1:33PMRepresentatives of the two Indian-owned casinos in Connecticut have been talking to state officials about the possibility of extending drinking hours to keep gamblers at the slot machines and gaming tables longer.
Former Bee Gees star involved in airport stand-off Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 1:18PMFormer Bee Gees star Robin Gibb missed a flight to Las Vegas after reportedly refusing to let security staff at a London airport search his bag.
Richmond’s Newest Councilmember Brings Activist Credentials to the Job Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 1:17PMAs a heart doctor, it’s probably only natural that Jeff Ritterman has his fingers on the pulse of the community.
Front Page News: Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 1:16PMWill Richmond allow a sovereign nation to build an enclave in their city, a state-within-a-city that possesses diplomatic immunity from California’s civil courts?
Front Page News: Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 1:16PM“Bob said that for us, this is like walking into a lion’s den,” said the man who hopes to become the casino czar of Richmond.
Wednesday November 26, 2008 - 14:09 EST Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 1:09PMLAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Casino companies may be commiserating over their earnings troubles, but they are squabbling like extended family at Thanksgiving dinner over the prospect of legalized Internet gambling.
Donations heavily favored pro-slots groups, report shows Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 1:09PMGroups supporting slot machines in Maryland outspent opponents of expanding gambling in the state by about 7-1.