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Gaming News Archives » 2009 » MayMay 29, 2009 Sports Betting: FA Cup Final Wagers Could Exceed Champions League
Bookmakers anticipate another major payday as Everton take on Chelsea in FA Cup final.
 Sports Channel Launches New Online Gambling Service
UK website to lead rollout of new sports betting portals devised by Eurosport.
 Bingo Fan Hit With Numbers Game Ban
Chester woman outraged after Mecca Bingo imposes ban for attending a different venue.
May 28, 2009 Poker Featured In New Multi-Discipline Contest
New reality TV show will test pool, poker and combat skills in the name of entertainment.
 MP Pledges To Take Bingo Issue To Parliament
Gloucester MP Parmjit Dhanda is set to join the fight against bingo tax hike.
 Jobseekers Encouraged To Try London Casino
Paddington Casino launches recruitment drive with croupier training course for beginners.
 Beyonce Enjoys Night Out At London Casino
US singer headed to Fifty casino before performing at the O2 Arena on Monday night (May 25th).
May 27, 2009 Government Accused Of Discriminating Against Bingo
Bingo club boss takes issue with bingo tax hike, claiming that bingo players are victims of discrimination.
 Horoscope Reader Celebrates Bingo Prize
Major bingo prize is written in the stars for Redditch woman.
New Jersey Woman Sets Craps Record
Patricia Demauro of Denville, New Jersey has set a record for the longest craps roll – at four hours, 18 minutes.
World Series of Poker Betting Odds Appearing Now
It is expected that a player will win two or more bracelets in the event this year, and most agree that Phil Hellmuth will take home his twelfth bracelet this year.
Bethlehem Casino Soft Opening
The $743 million Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem opened its doors for the first time yesterday, to a crowd of about 700 patrons, who had queued up to be among the first to try the new casino.
WiiWare Sexy Poker Game Banned in Australia
Sexy Poker was developed by Gameloft, and has been refused classification by Australia’s classifications board, meaning that the game is effectively banned from sale in the country.
 Sports Betting: Burnley's Coyle Backed To Join Celtic
Bookmakers see support for Burnley manager Owen Coyle moving to Celtic after clinching promotion with Championship side.
May 26, 2009 West Midlands Venue Appeals Against Outdoor Bingo Ban
Wednesbury bingo hall faces opposition from local council over plans to build outdoor gaming area.
 Cambridge Players Say Goodbye To Bingo Hall
Members voice their sadness as Gala Bingo venue closes after 36 years in Cambridge.
 Great Yarmouth Developer Gets Casino Boost
Casino plan in Great Yarmouth takes another step forward following approval from regional government.
May 25, 2009World Series of Poker Events to Be Televised on Bluff
The event is being held in Las Vegas, but people from all over the world will be able to enjoy the action, as 24 out of the 57 events will be broadcast online by ESPN and BluffMagazine.
More Bingo Clubs Speak Out Against Tax Changes
The boss of Mecca Bingo in Dewsbury has added her voice to the growing number of people speaking out against the recent government move to increase bingo taxes.
May 22, 2009 Sports Betting: Play-off Winners All Set For The Drop?
Bookmaker offers new wagers on how play-off winners will fare in higher divisions next season.
 Bristol Bingo Players Speak Out Over Tax Hike
Controversial increase in bingo duty causes unrest at a numbers game venue in Bristol.
 New PR Boss Aiming To Boost LCI Casinos
New employee of casino operator looks forward to World Series of Poker Europe in London.
 Manchester Casino Offers Exotic Cuisine
North-west casino aims to entice new roulette and blackjack players with ostrich and frog's legs.
May 21, 2009 Scottish Politician Backs Bingo Clubs In Tax Row
SNP member claims that higher tax rate puts UK bingo clubs under threat of closure.
 Sports Betting: England Backed For Ashes Glory
Bookmaker reports optimism among English punters as Australia announce inexperienced Ashes squad.
 Paris Hilton Challenged To Poker Tournament
Online poker portal throws down the gauntlet to Paris Hilton, with a new Bentley as the prize.
May 20, 2009 Online Bingo Player Claims Slot Machine Jackpot
Bingo player stakes £2 to win major jackpot on mini-slot game at Mecca Bingo.
 Wrexham Bingo Hall Celebrates Maternal Bond
New promotion aims to attract mothers and daughters to Wrexham bingo venue.
Masked Bandit Holds Up Poker Tournament
A masked bandit armed with a shotgun held up the participants of a Woodbridge Poker Tournament being held at the township’s American Legion Hall.
Vitaly Lunkin Wins Russian Poker Tour
Vitaly Lunkin won the Russian Poker Tour in Moscow this weekend, defeating several of his countrymen at an all-Russian final table.
 Nokia Handset Tops Online Gambling Chart
New chart of gambling-friendly phones puts Nokia's N95 handset at the summit.
May 19, 2009 Sports Betting: England Set For World Cup Bid Success?
Bookmakers offer new markets on 2018 World Cup bid for England.
 Casino Ban Sparks Protests In Ukraine
Government plans to ban casino gaming lead to public demonstrations in the Ukrainian capital.
PokerPalooza WSOP Exposition
The Gaming Lifestyle Expo, ‘PokerPalazoo’ will be taking place at the Rio during this year’s World Series of Poker on July 2nd – July 5th.
UK Bingo Tax Debate Rages On
160 players and the staff of the Mecca Bingo Chain called on their local MP to block the UK Governments plans to increase bingo duty.
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Categories: Business & Finance | Bingo  Crewe MP Speaks Out Against Bingo Tax In Parliament
Conservative MP fuels bingo debate with speech in Parliament over new tax rate.
May 18, 2009 Fish Farmer Claims Poker Prize In Swansea
Aaron Hopkins outlasts field of 109 to win poker tournament at Swansea casino.
 Scottish Mother Celebrates Online Bingo Jackpot
Lockerbie woman claims major jackpot during online bingo session.
 Bingo Tax Hike Targets Women, Says Club Manager
Female customers and bingo hall manager in Rochdale protest at higher tax rate imposed by the Treasury.
May 17, 2009Don Cheadle and Annie Duke Ante Up For Africa
The WSOP organizers have confirmed that this year the Ante Up For Africa tournament will be televised by ESPN.
Blind Woman Wins Fight For Audible Bingo Cards
Joanna Richardson, of Rochester, has won a hard-fought fight for the right to use audible bingo cards in bingo halls.
May 15, 2009 Sports Betting: Owen's Uncertain Future Creates Interest
Bookmakers take bets on a new club for Michael Owen following retirement speculation.
 Slough Residents To Vote On Casino Policy
Local residents will have a say in Slough Borough Council's policy on new casinos.
 Bradford Bingo Players Lobby MP Over Tax Issue
Players at Mecca Bingo venue take action over unwelcome tax increase for operators.
 Casino Proposal Gets Go-Ahead in Bath
Plans for casino development in Bath move forward following council vote.
May 14, 2009 Loughborough Venue To Host Nightclub Bingo
Beacon Bingo club in Loughborough set to provide bingo for the clubbing community.
 Poker Event Raises Money For Africa Trip
Scottish poker fans raise money for local school's expedition to Malawi.
Casinos and Bingo Halls Fear Loss of US Customers
Caesars Windsor and area bingo halls are already taking action out of fear of the possibility of the loss of American customersץ
 New Mobile Handsets To Boost Sports Betting Industry
Sports betting operators to benefit from the increase in sophisticated mobile gambling services, says expert.
May 13, 2009 Bingo Operator Develops New Games With Spanish Firm
Former Beacon Bingo man brings in Madrid company to create new numbers game product.
 Sports Betting: Playoff Victors To Face Immediate Relegation?
Sports betting market for next season's Premier League relegation candidates created after Burnley reach Championship playoff final.
 Upgraded Pier Status Could Mean New Casino For Eastbourne
New listing for south-coast pier paves the way for renovations, including new casino development.
May 12, 2009 Golf And Poker Combine In Las Vegas
Golf tournament adds elements of poker to create new competition format.
 Expert Predicts More Regulation For Online Casino Industry
Online gambling industry to be licensed and regulated by government figures in US and European Union, claims analyst.
 Bingo Fan Remembered With Numbers Game
Family use bingo to pay tribute to deceased mother while raising money for care charity.
 Gambling Revenues Show Increase In Italy
Figures from state operator show increase in revenue from slot machines, sports betting and bingo games.
May 11, 2009 Sports Betting: Newcastle Favourites To Win Relegation Showdown
Newcastle favourites to win crucial derby match against Middlesbrough, but can Alan Shearer's side still avoid relegation?
 Bolton Gambling Venue Gets New Look
Rank Group's latest revamped casino venue is officially open for business in Bolton.
 Bingo Player Protests Over Missed Prize
Manchester woman refuses to leave bingo venue after caller ignores her prize claim.
May 10, 2009Phil Hellmuth on Poker After Dark
The two-week poker after dark series, called “The Hellmuth Bash” will star Phil Hellmuth, Tom Dwan, Kenny Tran, Phil Laak, Antonio Esfandiara, and Bob Safai.
May 8, 2009 Bookmaker Reveals World Series Of Poker Betting Market
Irish sports betting operator offers WSOP markets for poker punters.
 Congressman Unveils Bill To Legalise Online Gambling In US
Battle to legalise online gambling in the US continues with new legislation from house representative Barney Frank.
 Budget Changes Slammed By Bingo Clubs
Members of the UK bingo industry are upset by the higher tax rate unveiled in last month's Budget.
May 7, 2009 Bingo Revival Continues In Scotland
Ayrshire bingo club receives boost in attendance levels as the popularity of the numbers game grows.
 Wakefield Star Wins Super League Poker Challenge
Wildcats centre Atkins takes down poker tournament for Super League stars at Leeds casino.
 Sports Betting: Barcelona Become Favourites For Champions League
Last-gasp triumph over Chelsea makes Barcelona favourites to win Champions League with sports betting firms.
May 6, 2009 Hippodrome Casino Developer Could Buy Back Bingo Firm
Chairman of the company behind the Hippodrome casino project hints at return to the bingo business.
 Screen Stars Bond Over Love Of Poker
Poker is the preferred pastime of Lock, Stock stars Flemyng and Fletcher.
 Online Slots Provider Unveils New Games
A Jenga-based slot game is among several new releases from online gaming developer CryptoLogic.
May 5, 2009 Leeds Casino Plan Set For Appeal
New casino project still alive in Leeds as developers prepare to appeal against licence decision.
 Online Bingo Player Celebrates £10k Jackpot
Burnley-based bingo fan pleasantly surprised by £10,000 online jackpot.
Norton Bingo Day Brings Generations Together
Norton, Cheshire recently played host to a Bingo Day. The day was held at a school gymnasium, with school teacher Debrah Manke playing the role of bingo host.
Poker Face Singer Talks About Her Shyness
Lady Gaga’s poker inspired song has topped the charts all over Europe and America, and is enjoyed by both poker players and music fans alike.
May 1, 2009 Online Poker Radio Show Makes Its Return
Poker players tuned into the much-anticipated return of The Poker Show, which was hosted by Jesse May and Padraig Parkinson.
 Bingo Novice Wins During Maiden Game
Bingo newbie Louise Middlemist won £500 during her first bingo outing at Mecca bingo in Wandsworth.
 Thousands Of Poker Players Prepare For 2009 WSOP
WSOP 2009 organisers are expecting approximately 6,000 poker players at this year's event.
 Online gamblers to benefit from sports minister's plans
New regulations that will regulate offshore gaming firms in Britain will afford benefits to online gamblers.
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