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Happy Valley Casino Ready for Trial Run
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Happy Valley Casino To Host 2-Day Trial During PSU’s Blue-White Weekend

All revenue generated during the two-day trial period will be donated to the State College Food Bank and the YMCA of Centre County.
Industry
Oil prices surge above $100 after failed US Iran talks
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Oil Prices Increase Past $100 As Peace Talks Between United States and Iran End Without a Deal

Oil prices have increased past $100 after the US and Iran peace talks ended without a deal this weekend.
Industry
Riot Games Reveals Complete VCT 2027 Overhaul, Including Open Qualifiers
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Riot Games Reveals Complete VCT 2027 Overhaul, Including Open Qualifiers

Riot Games announced details about VCT 2027, including open qualifiers, more global events, and increased prize pools.
Esports
Offset Sued by Detroit Casino for $100k
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Detroit Casino Was Suing Offset for $100k at the Same Time He Was Shot

The casino claimed that he opened a line of credit in March 2024, and, after maxing out the line, was unable to pay the borrowed amount.
Industry
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Uruguay’s Suárez Open to Joining Team Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Luis Suárez told reporters that he would be willing to come out of retirement to play for Uruguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He’s the team’s all-time leading scorer, but age and injury limited his contribution in the 2022 tournament.
World Cup 2026
American Airlines Raises Bag Fees, Expands Basic Economy Restrictions
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

American Airlines Raises Bag Fees, Expands Basic Economy Restrictions

American Airlines has changed its checked-bag fees and imposed more restrictions on basic economy.
Industry
Disney Layoffs Could Reach 1,000 as Cost-Cutting Continues Under D’Amaro
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Disney Layoffs Could Reach 1,000 as Cost-Cutting Continues Under D’Amaro

Disney layoffs are coming, and it could impact up to 1,000 jobs, mostly in the marketing department.
Industry
Donald Trump standing at a Turning Point Action event in a navy suit and red tie
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Trump Visits Las Vegas with Tax Relief Win While Gambling Deduction Cut Looms

Trump visits Las Vegas on April 16 to promote no tax on tips, but Nevada Democrats are demanding he address the OBBB’s gambling loss deduction cut.
Las Vegas
Gov. Spanberger Vetoes Fairfax Casino Bill
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Virginia Gov. Spanberger Vetoes Bill to Approve Massive Fairfax Casino

Spanberger’s decision to use her veto power represents a major blow to the casino industry, especially as Virginia’s gaming ecosystem continues to grow.
Industry
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Ohio House Considers Drastic Scale Down of Sports Betting

A group of Ohio House lawmakers has introduced two bills that would greatly shrink the state's sports betting market. One would ban prop bets, live bets, college bets, and parlays. The other would place a full ban on online betting.