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Minnesota Drops Attempt to Block Online Gambling WebsitesJust over a month since the Minnesota Department of Public Safety sent letters to regional and national internet service providers (ISPs) with an order to block access to online gambling websites for all Minnesota residents, the actions have been officially dropped. On June 4, Rep. Pat Garofalo announced that the matter has been concluded and no further action will be taken.

Churchill Downs Gaming Facility Breaks GroundMiami-Dade County horse racing fans will soon be able to expand their gambling beyond betting on horses, as ground was broken for the county's first casino.

Phil Ivey Takes Home Sixth World Series of Poker Gold BraceletIvey is one of the world's best-known and most-respected poker players. This was his sixth WSOP gold bracelet, moving him into a five-player tie for seventh place on the all-time wins list.

Slotland Jackpot Overdue to StrikeSlotland.com players are spinning the reels with extra enthusiasm these days as the all-slots-and-video-poker site's progressive jackpot feels overdue for a big win and any spin could be the next winner. Hit, on average, every six to eight weeks, it's now been two months since the last big win.

Megabucks Penny Slot Pays $2 Million to Lucky Northern CA WomanGold Country Casino in Oroville reports that a woman from Yuba City has won a MegabucksVideo Jackpot of more than $2 Million over the weekend.

Former Microsoft Executive Joins International Game TechnologyReno-based slot machine giant International Game Technology dipped into the ranks of Microsoft Corp. to the company's newly created chief technology officer.

Club Fortune in Henderson, NV Improved Rewards ClubClub Fortune Casino now offers exclusive prizes for all of its loyal Players Club members through the Fortune PLUS Points program. Fortune PLUS Points is a unique loyalty program for Players Club members to earn special points beyond standard casino comp points.

LV Sands Macau License Law Suit Ends in SettlementThree men who were suing Las Vegas Sands Corp., for payment for assistance they provided the company in its acquisition of a Macau gaming license seven years ago, reached a confidential settlement with the casino operator Wednesday.

World Series of Poker Academy New Affiliate ProgramAffiliates with North American traffic can now cash in on the buzz surrounding the current World Series of Poker (WSOP). The WSOP Academy has announced its spring and summer schedule, allowing affiliates to earn lucrative commissions by referring players to five different tournament academies and potentially secure their very own tournament package.

Jadestone Goes Live with New Online Backgammon NetworkJadestone Networks, the Nordic based owner and operator of multiplayer gaming networks GamArena and DiceArena, announced today that their new backgammon network is now live and open for players.

City of Dreams Grand Opening in MacauMr Packer, accompanied by his wife Erica Baxter, today led celebrations for the opening of the opulent, $US2.4 billion ($3 billion) City of Dreams casino in Macau.

Vegas Continues to Offer Amazing Promotions to Draw In TourismIt’s back to the buffet, bargains and customer bonuses for Las Vegas casinos as they prepare for prime tourist season under a hard travel economy.

Experience Pays Off for World Series of Poker Stud Circuit EventThe 2009 World Series of Poker $10,000 buy-in Seven-Card Stud champion is Freddie Ellis, from Brooklyn, NY. He is the new Seven-Card Stud World Champion. Freddie is a 74-year-old real estate broker. He is originally from Miami, FL.

LV Mayor Declares June 5th Women in Poker Hall of Fame DayThe Honorable Mayor Oscar Goodman has declared June 5th Women in Poker Hall of Fame Day with a declaration of proclamation asking, "All Las Vegas citizens to acknowledge the contributions made by women in the gaming industry."

Greektown in Detroit Offering Great June PromotionsGreektown Casino-Hotel announced the addition of four major promotions for the month of June, which will encourage Detroit-area gamers to keep jobs and tax dollars in America and extra money in their wallets.

Michael Jackson to Open His Own Casino?Over the past week rumors across the Internet have surfaced that the king of pop himself, Michael Jackson, is looking to open a casino either online or on the Las Vegas strip. So far everything from "Thriller" themed zombie casinos on the strip to off-shore financed online casinos of his own image have surfaced.

PokerStars Events Make News Around the WorldPokerStars, one of the world's largest online poker sites, is making news around the world with World Series of Poker events, new international tournaments and even music videos.

LV Sands Corp Takes Advantage of Improving Capital MarketsLas Vegas Sands Corp., controlled by billionaire Sheldon Adelson, plans to raise funds to restart its $12 billion casino-resort project in Macau after the freeze in credit markets eased.

PlayTech Shares Climb Following Betfair AgreementShares of gaming technology provider Playtech Limited climbed more than 10 percent Tuesday as the company announced an agreement to serve as the exclusive downloadable casino software provider to Betfair, the world's leading online betting exchange.

Pennsylvania Considering Adding Table Games to Gaming ExpansionGiven the rousing success of Pennsylvania's fledgling slots-only casinos, it is no stretch to wonder what the added benefits might be if the full array of table games - blackjack, poker, roulette, and others - were available.

Mohegan Sun and Other Casinos Increase Low-limit Tables to Draw More VisitorsWith the economy tightening faster than your belt at the casino buffet, savvy gaming establishments are stepping up their efforts to draw visitors to the gambling floor. Many Casinos are increasing low-limit tables on the floor to increase casino patrons.

Carl Icahn and Other Investors Win Tropicana AuctionBillionaire Carl Icahn and other investors won an auction for the bankrupt Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey, a lawyer involved in the sale said.

Indian Tribe Sues Governor Schwarzenegger Over Slot LicensesThe San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians filed a $550 million claim against the state Monday for lost profits resulting from the governor's refusal to allow certain casinos more licenses for slot machines.

No Doubt Concert Scheduled at the New Joint, Hard Rock Las VegasNo Doubt will return to Las Vegas this summer with special guests Panic at the Disco and The Sounds to deliver a high-energy show to their fans in Vegas’ top rock venue. No Doubt will take the stage at The new Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Friday, August 7.

LV Sands Civil Trial DelayedThe start of a civil trial concerning how Las Vegas Sands Corp. earned a Macau gaming license has been delayed until Thursday amid reports the sides may be in settlement talks.