Bellagio Bandit May Have Robbed Suncoast Casino

The so-called Bellagio Bandit, Anthony Carleo, may be facing charges in connection with a robbery at the Suncoast Casino in Las Vegas. 

Former NBA Star Charles Oakley Sues Over Alleged Beat Down at Aria Casino

Charles Oakley claims he was wrestled and punched by Aria Casino security, causing possible permanent disablement

Former New York Knicks All Star and current Charlotte Bobcats Assistant Coach Charles Oakley is suing the Aria Casino over an alleged “gang style beat down” he says he endured on that property.  The casino is owned by MGM Resorts International and located at the newly constructed City Center.

From the Associated Press:

Online Poker Addictive, More Dangerous to College Students

Addiction specialist says “good riddance” to online poker

Galaxy Casino Opens in Macau: Price Tag $2 Billion

With a price tag of just $2 billion (that’s with a “b”), the extravagant Galaxy Casino opened in Macau, the world’s largest gambling Mecca.

For Las Vegas Sands, the House Edge is Geographical Diversity

The entire article from the Daily Finance can be read here

Facebook Casino Firm DoubleDown Interactive Reaches 1.2M

Australian Gambling News: Congrats to Crown Casino’s James Packer

Absolute Poker Head of Customer Service Arrested Earlier This Week

Strong Earthquakes Hits Online Gambling Hub of Costa Rica: Some Damage Reported

(Associated Press) SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) —A magnitude-6 earthquake shook the capital city of Costa Rica on Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The quake was felt strongly in San Jose but there were no immediate reports damage or injuries, said Juan de Dios Castillo, spokesman for Seismological and Volcanic Institute. He said there were reports of fallen objects but none of major damages to buildings.

Doyle Brunson Leaves DoylesRoom.com (a Gambling911.com Exclusive)

The legendary poker pro and dear friend of this website, Doyle Brunson, has left DoylesRoom.com, Gambling911.com can report exclusively.

PokerStars Returns More Than $100 Million to Players

Betsson Acquires BetSafe.com in €60m deal

Case Against Online Poker Sites Weak Says I. Nelson Rose

Noted gambling industry attorney I. Nelson Rose breaks down the case against three online poker rooms indicted on April 15:  PokerStars, Full Tilt Poker and UB.com. 

Nelson made his assertions last week on Casino City.com.  It’s a most interesting read. 

Gambling911.com will break down Rose’s points in an easy-to-read format.

New York Prosecutors Confirm Deal with UB.com, Absolute Poker

Disgraced Gambling Ref Tim Donaghy to Appear on Vegas Insider Radio

Lawsuit: Chuck E. Cheese “Operating Illegal Gambling Business”

The Chuck E. Cheese restaurant franchise is being sued for operating what one parent calls “illegal gambling businesses”. 

Full Tilt Poker: The F***ing Titanic in the Middle of the Ocean

Casino Execs to Make Pitch for Legalized Online Poker

WASHINGTON (AP) — With millions of people already playing online poker for money, the casino industry is urging Congress to step in and regulate the wagering.

64,000 Gambling Addicts in Austria

Former Mets Clubhouse Manager to be Arrested

Absolute Poker, UB.com Issue Revised Statement Tuesday Night

Online Poker Player Refunds Likely to be $100 Million to $500 Million

Tunica Casinos May Not Open In Time For Memorial Day Weekend

UB.com, Absolute Poker Reach Agreement With US Attorney’s Office

PokerStars US Affiliates Screwed

FIFA Members Accused of Seeking Bribes: One Wanted Knighthood

Merge Poker US Players Up More Than 70 Percent

Premiership Matches This Weekend Will Yield 35,000 bets an hour for Sportingbet

Joe Sebok Talks UB.com After Parting Ways With Online Poker Room

Is QuiBids.com Legalized Online Gambling?