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F1 returns to Sin City this weekend with hope that the Las Vegas Grand Prix will go down better with the local community than it did last year. The night race down The Strip looked spectacular and drove a $1.5 billion boost to the local economy, but months of construction work and the closure of the vital roadway did not endear it to those who call the city home. The installation of the grandstands along the route that block iconic views like the Bellagio Fountains began later this year, and traffic lane disruptions did not start until early October as…
Luke Littler: Michael Bridge and Polly James discuss whether teenager has surpassed expectations after winning the Grand Slam of Darts | Darts News
Has Luke Littler surpassed expectations after winning the Grand Slam of Darts? Michael Bridge and Polly James examine the teenager’s 2024 on the latest edition of Love The Darts podcast.The teenager again showcased his prestigious talent by coasting to the 10th title of his debut year on the PDC Tour at the Grand Slam of Darts. After an epic 16-15 semi-final win over Gary Anderson on Sunday afternoon, he returned to the stage in the evening to destroy Martin Lukeman 16-3 in the final. Spotify This content is provided by Spotify, which may be using cookies and other technologies. To…
Posted on: November 20, 2024, 12:58h. Last updated on: November 20, 2024, 01:26h. Las Vegas offers dozens of ways to regret losing your money in each and every casino. This is a warning about some of the most popular nongambling ways. We’ve tried, and thoroughly regretted, all of these “must do” experiences, hopefully so you don’t have to. Looks like these two lovebirds dropped $256 for a private, 13-minute boat ride through the Venetian’s shopping center. (Image: Twitter/X/@LotusOfDoom) Indoor Gondola Ride If your notion of romance is sharing a 10-13 minute float through a shopping center in a manmade pond…
Michigan’s online casino and sports betting market reached new heights in October 2024, setting a record with $220.7 million in gross receipts. This marks the state’s highest-ever monthly total for iGaming, surpassing the previous record of $215.2 million set in March. However, sports betting revenue dropped significantly during the same period, reflecting contrasting trends within the state’s gaming landscape. The Michigan Gaming Control Board reported that iGaming adjusted gross receipts (AGR), which account for promotional deductions, also hit a record $198.6 million in October. This represents an 8.9% increase from September and a 37.7% year-over-year growth compared to October 2023.…
Michigan just pulled off a big in-state flip. That’s because newly-minted four-star defensive back Elijah Dotson announced he was flipping from Pittsburgh to Michigan. The Belleville (Mich.) High star had been committed to Pitt since May. Things picked up between him in Michigan in a big way recently and he took an official visit for the matchup with Oregon. The best players in the state become ‘Michigan Men.’ That’s something that coach Sherrone Moore would love to make a tentpole of his tenure leading the program. With Dotson in the fold, Michigan has commitments from several of the top players…
Posted on: November 20, 2024, 12:43h. Last updated on: November 20, 2024, 12:43h. Colorado-based Jacobs Entertainment, the company behind the redevelopment and rebranding of the Sands Regency to the J Resort in Nevada’s Reno, continues to live up to its pre-project promises. The J Resort is set for further investment following its $300 million renovation and rebranding. Parent company Jacobs Entertainment has put aside another $130 million for the destination. (Image: J Resort) Jacobs Entertainment spent $300 million to overhaul the former Sands Regency. The new property debuted as J Resort last spring, with the investment renovating all 750 hotel…
In an impactful development in the corporate landscape of the gaming industry, Bally’s Corporation has announced that its stockholders, during a special meeting held on November 19, 2024, overwhelmingly approved the previously disclosed definitive merger agreement with The Queen Casino & Entertainment Inc. This agreement signifies a critical consolidation within the industry, with The Queen Casino being a significant portfolio company largely owned by Bally’s biggest shareholder, Standard General L.P. Executive compensation and shareholder confidence: The endorsement by the shareholders not only included the primary merger agreement but also a non-binding advisory vote on the compensation packages that may become payable to Bally’s executive officers in the wake of…
League newcomer SMU can clinch a berth in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game when the No. 13 Mustangs visit Virginia on Saturday afternoo Source link
Posted on: November 20, 2024, 10:21h. Last updated on: November 20, 2024, 10:48h. Former F1 driver Mika Hakkinen is looking for a three-team Battle Royale along the streets of Sin City this weekend during the Las Vegas Grand Prix, scheduled for Saturday at 10 p.m. local time. For Europeans who love car racing, and who might have money on the race, that start time means they can watch the event with a cup of coffee early Sunday morning. On the East Coast of the US, that puts the start time past midnight. Redbull driver Max Verstappen in a practice session…
Marina Bay Sands, the iconic integrated resort in Singapore, is planning to secure a $9 billion loan to finance its ambitious expansion project. If successful, this will be the largest syndicated loan ever recorded in Singapore, reflecting the resort’s vision to elevate its offerings to new heights. The loan facility, coordinated by DBS Group Holdings, Malayan Banking, Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation, and United Overseas Bank, carries a seven-year tenor and will be syndicated to other financial institutions. The funds will primarily refinance an existing $4 billion loan from 2019 and cover costs associated with the expansion of Marina Bay Sands. Initially…