The return of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra could reignite the stalled legislative casino debate Thaksin Shinawatra is scheduled for release on parole in May 2026 after serving a portion of a corruption sentence, a move that many believe will reintroduce his significant influence into the national political discourse. His return coincides with a period
The casino has officially introduced the first commercial casino table games in the history of the five boroughs The Genting Group has successfully transitioned its Resorts World facility in Queens, NY, into a full-scale gaming destination after securing a competitive casino license late last year. This development marks a historic shift for the city, which
The Illinois Gaming Board has approved a four-year license renewal for the casino Regulators in Illinois have officially extended the operating authority for Hard Rock Casino Rockford, granting a four-year license renewal during a meeting held on April 23. This decision is retroactive to January 2026 and marks a continued commitment to the facility, which
Nevada gaming authorities have approved rigorous new AML regulations to hold casino executives accountable The Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) has officially ratified a comprehensive set of anti-money laundering regulations designed to heighten oversight across the state’s gambling industry. This legislative move follows a challenging period where four major Las Vegas Strip properties incurred collective penalties
A development project in Manchester cleared a hurdle as local officials approved a large-scale casino expansion The Manchester Zoning Board of Adjustment has unanimously greenlit a comprehensive expansion plan for Revo Casino following a meeting in April 2026. This ambitious New Hampshire project involves the construction of a significantly larger gaming facility on the existing
The Lumbee Tribe is exploring casino operations following their historic federal recognition The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has initiated a formal process to evaluate the development of a tribal casino after achieving long-awaited federal recognition. If tribal leaders approve, it would mark a significant expansion of the state’s casino footprint. Following a legislative milestone
The country’s official casino gaming market is moving closer to becoming a reality Jamaica is significantly closer to launching its casino gaming industry following the Senate’s recent approval of the Casino Gaming (General) Regulations for 2025. This legislative milestone establishes a rigorous framework for administrative procedures, licensing requirements and enforcement protocols. Rather than promoting standalone
Casino workers and health advocates rallied outside the East Coast Gaming Congress last week over casino smoking laws Advocates and casino employees intensified their campaign against indoor smoking in Atlantic City last week, holding a high-profile demonstration outside the East Coast Gaming Congress. The protest was strategically timed to coincide with the 20th anniversary of
Senator commits to renewed efforts for Fairfax casino approval following recent veto setback Virginia Sen. Scott Surovell has confirmed plans to continue pursuing a casino project in Fairfax County despite a recent veto. The proposal had aimed to bring a casino development to Northern Virginia, but it was blocked at the executive level. Surovell stated
Reno is reviewing a $350 million mixed-use project anchored by a soccer stadium City officials in Reno, Nevada are reviewing a proposal for a large-scale development known as The Boulevard Reno, which would combine a soccer stadium, casino, hotel, and entertainment complex. The project is planned for a 28-acre site and carries an estimated cost
The US DOJ has targeted the venues for helping the cartels launder money The Treasury Department has implemented formal sanctions against two Mexican gambling facilities, alleging their involvement in a complex money laundering and drug smuggling network. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) identified Casino Centenario, located in Nuevo Laredo near the Texas border,
Gov. Spanberger blocked legislation that would have forced Fairfax County to hold a referendum on a proposed casino Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed the legislation on the grounds that it would strip the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors of control over the local approval process and set a broader precedent undermining local decision-making on gambling across
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