The most important development in golf-course architecture during the past 20 years is the elevation of sand-based sites. Encouraged by the success of destinations like Bandon Dunes, developers have spent this time scouring the globe for sandy, dunes-like properties on which to construct new courses and lure golfers, several of which make their debut on...
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Best Value Bets for July Festival THursday
Matt Brocklebank tipped winners at 66/1, 22/1 and 12/1 during June – don’t miss his July Festival selections for day one at Newmarket. Matt Brocklebank’s Value Bet is designed to generate long-term profit by searching for overpriced horses in the feature weekend races and at the big Festivals in the UK and Ireland. Value Bet...
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Sports betting doubles down on fiscal return from a year ago
(WBFF) — The legal sports wagering market generated just over $5.7 million in contributions to the state of Maryland in June, more than double the $2.8 million recorded in June 2023, Maryland Lottery and Gaming said. $5.7 million is the fifth-highest single month total contribution since sports betting was legalized in Maryland in December 2021....
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Illinois betting handle exceeds $1bn for ninth consecutive month in May
Sports betting handle in Illinois exceeded $1.00bn (£781.9m/€924.5m) for the ninth straight month in May, though the Prairie State reported a slight month-on-month decline in stakes. Total handle for May reached $1.02bn, 21.9% ahead of $821.7m staked last year. However, the figure is down 8.9% from the $1.10bn bet in Illinois during April. Of all wagers...
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15+ Best Bitcoin & Crypto Casinos Qatar: Our Top Picks & Reviews
For residents and visitors in Qatar, where traditional gambling faces strict regulations, crypto casinos offer a unique avenue to explore digital entertainment. This article delves into the top Bitcoin and cryptocurrency-friendly online casinos accessible to players in Qatar, examining their features, game offerings, and important considerations for those interested in crypto gambling. We have personally...
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Gambling reforms unlikely to make the agenda in Northern Ireland
A shortened mandate means gambling reforms will continue to face delays. UK.- The Department for Communities (DfC) believes that the proposed new Gambling Bill is unlikely to be on the agenda of the new Northern Ireland Assembly. Responding to a legislative question on gambling, DfC minister Gordon Lyons said: “It would be impossible for a Bill of...
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Rhode Island online casino revenue reaches $2.25m in May
May was the second full month of regulated igaming in the state. US.- The Rhode Island Lottery has reported that online casinos in the state generated net gaming revenue (NGR) of $2.25m in May the second full month of regulated igaming. The figure was up 8.4 per cent from April ($2.08m). See also: Rhode Island...
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Dutch consumer survey finds rise in problem gambling
Gambling came fifth place in terms of problem behaviour. The Netherlands.- A survey into the habits of Dutch consumers has highlighted an apparent rise in problem gambling. The study, which also tracks substance abuse, noted a steep rise from 2022 to 2023. Conducted by market analyst LADIS, the survey found that gambling was the fifth...
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In KL, five social media influencers plead not guilty to promoting online gambling
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — Five social media influencers were charged at two Magistrates’ Courts here today on charges of promoting gambling premises on their social media platforms. The five women, Aileen Koh Ooi Leng, 29, Hayatunnuffus Zakariya, 32, Nurul Syifa Aliya Adanan, 21, Nurazalina Mustafa, 28, and Noor Shahnez Marzuani, 22, pleaded not guilty...
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Will latest US responsible gaming association really make a difference?
In April, the newly-formed Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) appointed well-known and widely-respected responsible and problem gambling expert Dr Jennifer Shatley as executive director. The move gave the organisation instant credibility. What, another responsible gaming association? Does the gambling industry need another group that purports to fulfill some major role, but in reality does very...
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Bachchu Kadu protests near Mantralaya against online gambling; supporters detained
Mumbai, Jul 10 (PTI) Some supporters of independent MLA Bachchu Kadu were detained on Wednesday after they protested near Mantralaya in south Mumbai against online gaming and gambling, an official said. Kadu, who heads the Prahar Janshakti Paksh, and his supporters assembled near the Mahatma Gandhi at the state secretariat building in the morning. They...
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Super Group, Betway to Exit U.S. Sports Betting Market
Internal review led to determination betting company does not ‘see a long-term path to profitability’ for Betway sportsbook in the U.S. Jul 10, 2024 • 10:28 ET • 4 min read Photo By – USA TODAY Sports Super Group is getting out of the U.S. sports betting market, citing profitability concerns. The global sports betting...