Stimulus Money Pouring into Bay Area
(CALIFORNIA) -- Call it fire money. In Oakland, $50,000 is going to a nonprofit best known for its fiery performance art. Call it wine money. In Napa County, $54 million is going to protect the tracks on which a train hauls tourists through vineyards as they sip chardonnay.
Rybak on Indian issues, Vikings stadium
(MINNESOTA) -- Governments of American Indian tribes in Minnesota wield a lot of political power. While technically and legally sovereign nations, they also play a role in shaping Minnesota government.
OP/ED: The next land rush?
(SOUTH DAKOTA) -- On Dec. 4 an action was taken against Crow Creek tribal land near my district that shook the absolute foundations of Indian law all the way back to the 1800s.
BRENDA NORRELL: Ten Events of the Decade
(USA) -- Indigenous Peoples made history throughout this decade, struggling to protect Mother Earth, resisting colonization and exposing genocide. In the movements to resist oppression and protect the sacred, Native people carved out their place in history.
Copenhagen dashes 3rd world expectations
(CANADA) -- Once again the “rich countries” have managed to yank prosperity away from the Third World. And at Christmas too. We’d promised them billions of unearned dollars in guilt payments for something called “global warming.”
Slow going for Maryland slots
(MARYLAND) -- Maryland voters approved 15,000 slot machines at five sites more than a year ago. Many probably expected to be gambling by now.
Governments expand gambling to bring in revenue
(WASHINGTON, DC) -- Slot machines, table games, lotteries, firehouse bingo, horse racing, keno -- gambling is growing to unprecedented levels in the Washington area as governments search for new revenue.
Gaming still sticky topic for politicos
(USA) -- Remember those earliest school days, when you proudly got up and recited the states and their capitals? I thought of that this week covering racing, where these days it’s important to memorize not the capitals but the governors running them, and the legislative leaders who in many cases are determined to do them in.
INSIDE GAMING: Gazing at 2010 for gaming
(LAS VEGAS) -- Gaming news in 2009 wasn't boring. It also wasn't positive. Other than the opening of the $8.5 billion CityCenter -- which remains an ongoing story in 2010 -- the industry struggled with the economy, diminished revenues and bankruptcies.
Christie's position on racing awaited
(NEW JERSEY) -- Horse racing officials and lobbyists say the odds are against the industry surviving in New Jersey without new funding sources. They also say there is no clear sign of how Gov.-elect Chris Christie will referee squabbles between racing and casino interests — even as Christie's administration is moving to take the reins of state government in less than three weeks.
OP/ED: Frustration builds for gaming legislation
(PENNSYLVANIA) -- Recently, Gov. Ed Rendell claimed that he will need to lay off another 1,000 state workers if the Legislature does not soon expand gambling in Pennsylvania. What a wonderful way to support Pennsylvanians during these difficult economic times.
Editorial / The slots genie
(MASSACHUSETTS) -- Far more is at stake in the whole casino-racino battle abrewing between Gov. Deval Patrick and House Speaker Robert DeLeo than a mere clash of egos or agendas.
R.I. Assembly faces deficit, taxes as session begins
(RHODE ISLAND) -- Governor Carcieri’s attempt to slash $125 million in local aid in mid-budget year has set the stage for a fierce election-year battle at the State House over taxes, spending and how Rhode Island’s 39 cities and towns provide services with less state money to help them.
Ky. lawmakers prepare to tackle budget, gambling
(KENTUCKY) -- Lawmakers are scheduled to convene Tuesday for the start of a legislative session that will be overshadowed by a looming financial crisis and a continuing push to legalize casino-style gambling in Kentucky.
US Gaming Stocks Looking For Relief In 2010
(WALL STREET) -- The calendar has now officially turned to the year 2010, and many casino operators are hoping that means a change of luck. The past few years have been rough for US-based gaming stocks, but companies are expecting a turnaround soon.
Pokies open pollies to cant and hypocrisy
(AUSTRALIA) -- It is probably not a surprise but, when politicians act fragrantly and transparently against the interests of the public they are supposed to serve, it is hard not to be a little taken aback.
Sands China hits 2-wk high after Citi, UBS say "buy"
(HONG KONG) -- Shares in Sands China (1928.HK) climbed as much as 6.3 percent to their highest level in more than two weeks after Citigroup and UBS initiated coverage on the Macau unit of U.S. casino operator Las Vegas Sands (LVS.N) with "buy" ratings.
Arenas, Crittenton's high-stakes poker game that ended in 'draw!'
(NEW YORK) -- They called each other's bluff. A high-flying, high-stakes card game aboard a Washington Wizards charter flight -- and a $25,000 loss -- triggered the locker-room gun duel between NBA all-star Gilbert Arenas and his debt-collecting teammate, sources told The Post.
The Rivers Casino Gets Bad Reviews
(PENNSYLVANIA) -- Many people have been wondering how well The Rivers Casino has faired against the likes of The Meadows. The results are staggering.
NORM: Elizabeth Taylor classy at any age
(LAS VEGAS) -- Two months away from her 78th birthday, Elizabeth Taylor is still one classy dame. After attending "Love" at The Mirage on Friday night, Taylor was in a wheelchair on her way to a waiting limo when she made a detour.
Pokies clampdown will hit jobs, warn venues
(AUSTRALIA) -- NSW clubs and hotels have warned they will be forced to lay off hundreds of staff if the Federal Government adopts recommendations aimed at imposing further controls on gambling.
OP/ED: Frustration builds for gaming legislation
(PENNSYLVANIA) -- Recently, Gov. Ed Rendell claimed that he will need to lay off another 1,000 state workers if the Legislature does not soon expand gambling in Pennsylvania. What a wonderful way to support Pennsylvanians during these difficult economic times.
US Gaming Stocks Looking For Relief In 2010
(WALL STREET) -- The calendar has now officially turned to the year 2010, and many casino operators are hoping that means a change of luck. The past few years have been rough for US-based gaming stocks, but companies are expecting a turnaround soon.
Slow going for Maryland slots
(MARYLAND) -- Maryland voters approved 15,000 slot machines at five sites more than a year ago. Many probably expected to be gambling by now.
R.I. Assembly faces deficit, taxes as session begins
(RHODE ISLAND) -- Governor Carcieri’s attempt to slash $125 million in local aid in mid-budget year has set the stage for a fierce election-year battle at the State House over taxes, spending and how Rhode Island’s 39 cities and towns provide services with less state money to help them.
Table games in Pa. means poker, craps _ and pork
(PENNSYLVANIA) -- A heavily negotiated bill that would deliver poker, craps and other table games to Pennsylvania's casinos is also now the latest method for state lawmakers to deliver on their pet projects.
Beshear, Williams continue their duel
(KENTUCKY) -- That looks like the only thing to do, now that Beshear and Williams are dueling again. The two can't even agree on the size of the state's upcoming budget shortfall.
Slot machines still cryptic in nature
(USA) -- We received an email last week from a reader who questioned and criticized some of the comments that were offered here, both by me and another reader, who offered an explanation of how electronic gaming machines operate.
Poker Players in High-Stakes Golf Games
(USA) -- In the November 2009 issue of the Golf Magazine, Josh Sens is taking a closer look in to the phenomenon that is high-stakes golf. Poker Players are usually well known for gambling for large amounts even outside of the poker felt and this is just what Sens is reporting in his article called “The Golf Sharks“.
Sands China hits 2-wk high after Citi, UBS say "buy"
(HONG KONG) -- Shares in Sands China (1928.HK) climbed as much as 6.3 percent to their highest level in more than two weeks after Citigroup and UBS initiated coverage on the Macau unit of U.S. casino operator Las Vegas Sands (LVS.N) with "buy" ratings.
Ky. lawmakers prepare to tackle budget, gambling
(KENTUCKY) -- Lawmakers are scheduled to convene Tuesday for the start of a legislative session that will be overshadowed by a looming financial crisis and a continuing push to legalize casino-style gambling in Kentucky.
Pokies open pollies to cant and hypocrisy
(AUSTRALIA) -- It is probably not a surprise but, when politicians act fragrantly and transparently against the interests of the public they are supposed to serve, it is hard not to be a little taken aback.
Editorial / The slots genie
(MASSACHUSETTS) -- Far more is at stake in the whole casino-racino battle abrewing between Gov. Deval Patrick and House Speaker Robert DeLeo than a mere clash of egos or agendas.
Governments expand gambling to bring in revenue
(WASHINGTON, DC) -- Slot machines, table games, lotteries, firehouse bingo, horse racing, keno -- gambling is growing to unprecedented levels in the Washington area as governments search for new revenue.
Will Norway Reverse Ban on Online Gambling?
(NORWAY) -- Although neighbor Sweden and other nearby countries have gone in one direction by completely legalizing online gambling, Norway - which is not a member of the European Union - has cracked down on its citizens by effectively banning the activity.
Poker Gambling Debt at Center of NBA Wizards Probe
(WASHINGTON, DC) -- Washington police continue to investigate an incident that allegedly took place in the NBA's Washington Wizards locker room in which two teammates drew guns on each other in an argument over a gambling debt.
Australia Online gambling Threat to land jobs
(AUSTRALIA) -- As 2010 dawns, land gambling operators in Australia continue to attack the government's Productivity Commission recommendation that online gambling be legalised in the country.
Arenas, Crittenton's high-stakes poker game that ended in 'draw!'
(NEW YORK) -- They called each other's bluff. A high-flying, high-stakes card game aboard a Washington Wizards charter flight -- and a $25,000 loss -- triggered the locker-room gun duel between NBA all-star Gilbert Arenas and his debt-collecting teammate, sources told The Post.
INSIDE GAMING: Gazing at 2010 for gaming
(LAS VEGAS) -- Gaming news in 2009 wasn't boring. It also wasn't positive. Other than the opening of the $8.5 billion CityCenter -- which remains an ongoing story in 2010 -- the industry struggled with the economy, diminished revenues and bankruptcies.
Gaming trust appeals suspension
(NEW ZEALAND) -- The Dunedin-based Southern Trust, one of the largest gaming-machine societies in New Zealand, has lost its bid for name suppression over a decision to suspend its licence for five days.
Anger over lottery 'No'
(THAILAND) -- The government was heavily criticised yesterday for its decision to consider scrapping the electronic online lottery - and concessionaire Loxley is studying a "legal position" over any decision.
Gaming still sticky topic for politicos
(USA) -- Remember those earliest school days, when you proudly got up and recited the states and their capitals? I thought of that this week covering racing, where these days it’s important to memorize not the capitals but the governors running them, and the legislative leaders who in many cases are determined to do them in.
Christie's position on racing awaited
(NEW JERSEY) -- Horse racing officials and lobbyists say the odds are against the industry surviving in New Jersey without new funding sources. They also say there is no clear sign of how Gov.-elect Chris Christie will referee squabbles between racing and casino interests — even as Christie's administration is moving to take the reins of state government in less than three weeks.
Stimulus Money Pouring into Bay Area
(CALIFORNIA) -- Call it fire money. In Oakland, $50,000 is going to a nonprofit best known for its fiery performance art. Call it wine money. In Napa County, $54 million is going to protect the tracks on which a train hauls tourists through vineyards as they sip chardonnay.
Wit, wisdom imparted by CEOs in 2009
(CALIFORNIA) -- Eloquent zingers. Pithy punchlines. Best opinions and tips from those who opine. We've plucked some of the best quotes from Coachella Valley chief executives who were featured in The Desert Sun's Sunday CEO interviews in 2009.
Rybak on Indian issues, Vikings stadium
(MINNESOTA) -- Governments of American Indian tribes in Minnesota wield a lot of political power. While technically and legally sovereign nations, they also play a role in shaping Minnesota government.
Aboriginal artist earns unique Olympic spotlight
(MANITOBA) -- Since she was old enough to pick up a paintbrush, Winnipegger Jackie Traverse knew she would be an artist. Her destiny was confirmed Monday when she received national honours for art that will be displayed at the Vancouver Olympics.
OP/ED: Old West, new cost
(PENNSYLVANIA) -- When Uncle Sam makes a promise, by golly, he keeps it. His word is as good as his treaties with the Native Americans. Case in point: The benevolent old Uncle will give $1,000 apiece to the descendants of a tribe that he swindled back in 1887.
OP/ED: The next land rush?
(SOUTH DAKOTA) -- On Dec. 4 an action was taken against Crow Creek tribal land near my district that shook the absolute foundations of Indian law all the way back to the 1800s.
Plateau was ancient salt-making site
(CALIFORNIA) -- Hundreds of basins carved into a football field-sized granite ledge in a remote Sierra Nevada wilderness are the remains of what may be the oldest manufacturing operation in North America, according to a U.S. Geological Survey study whose results were released in December.
BLOG: News from Oyate
(CALIFORNIA) -- Earlier this week I received an email from Oyate. I'm sharing that news today. Dear Friends and Supporters, Oyate co-founder Doris Seale and the Board of Directors are pleased to share with you the beginning of a new season for Oyate. After a long and distinguished career with Oyate, Beverly Slapin has resigned as executive director.
BRENDA NORRELL: Ten Events of the Decade
(USA) -- Indigenous Peoples made history throughout this decade, struggling to protect Mother Earth, resisting colonization and exposing genocide. In the movements to resist oppression and protect the sacred, Native people carved out their place in history.
Church in Crow gets new name, building
(MONTANA) -- A recent visit to Ken Pretty On Top’s church in Crow Agency found the longtime pastor dressed in jeans, a casual shirt, sleeves rolled up, and work gloves.
Officers say crime up in villages near Bethel
(ALASKA) -- Village police officers in communities near Bethel have noticed an increase in assaults, drunken driving and public inebriation since southwest Alaska’s largest city decided to go wet.
Say ah: Minnesota preps first class of dental therapists
(MINNESOTA) -- As a hygienist at the only nonprofit dental clinic in a wide swath of southern Minnesota, Jodi Hager sees close-up what limited care means: children from poor families with decay in every tooth and adults weary from driving two hours to a place that will take their state insurance.
Christensen is named acting U.S. attorney
(UTAH) -- Carlie Christensen, an experienced federal prosecutor, has been named acting U.S. attorney for Utah. She takes the place of Brett Tolman, whose resignation became effective Thursday.
d’Errico: Traditional knowledge is science
(USA) -- We sometimes hear that science is different from traditional knowledge. Typically someone criticizing a traditional worldview says this. From what I’ve seen, most traditionalists don’t put much effort into criticizing science.
Larry Kibby: Moving forward with respect in 2010
(NEVADA) -- I can only hope that this New Year of 2010 will bring "Change" to Indian Country, that the President of these United States will stay the course in directing such "Change" to Indian Country, that all of the Sovereign Nations will indeed prosper and accomplish sincere progress in all areas that will greatly impact the "Well Being and Welfare" of every Tribal Member and American Indian where ever they may be located.
Federal grant boosts Lummi Nation's Gateway Center
(WASHINGTON) -- About a year from now, Lummi Nation's Gateway Center project is expected to open on tribal land just north of Slater Road, providing a marketplace for seafood and handcrafts along with income and training for tribe members.
Copenhagen dashes 3rd world expectations
(CANADA) -- Once again the “rich countries” have managed to yank prosperity away from the Third World. And at Christmas too. We’d promised them billions of unearned dollars in guilt payments for something called “global warming.”
Grant allows NMSU students to study indigenous cultures in Mexico, Canada
(NEW MEXICO) -- How do you know where you are going unless you know who you are and where you have been? New Mexico State University students will get a chance to explore this question through a new global exchange experience between the U.S., Mexico and Canada that emphasizes indigenous community outreach and understanding.
BLOG: "Remember Them" includes Indians
(CALIFORNIA) -- Oakland's version of Mount Rushmore will rise this year in an Uptown park: a towering, ponderous monument to great leaders that organizers hope will inspire schoolchildren and awe tourists.
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