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A new plan has been approved by the Nevada Gaming Control board (NGCB) to enable all players in the state of Nevada to access all brands of gaming providers within one online platform. Caesars' and Treasure Island First in Line Caesars' World Series of Poker and Treasure Island's poker rooms would be among the first poker rooms accessible on the new NGCB platform. A third online poker network would be added as well, from Gibraltar-based 888 poker. 888 would maintain connections with Treasure Island to establish accessibility across the NGCB networked system. 888Poker actually maintains the WSOP and Treasure Island platforms, so integration in Nevada is a virtually seamless procedure. Model for Unified Interstate Platform The networking technology devised by Nevada regulators can further serve as the model for all states, with Nevada and Delaware being the US states imminently looking to implement an effective fully regulated online gaming platform in the near future. The shared interactive model is consistent with the United States' first interstate gaming compact, jointly signed in February by Nevada governor Brian Sandoval and Delaware governor Jack Markell. 888 Designated Provider In this interstate commerce agreement, 888Poker was designated as the provider of said interstate gaming platform enabling poker players from both states in the compact to participate in online poker offerings from either state, as unified on a single provider platform. The NGCB approving committee unanimous approved the 888 online poker network proposal, eliciting this statement from NGCB Chairman A.G. Burnett, “Everyone here has been working hard to make the agreement with Delaware a reality.” Final Details The final ruling which would confirm approval is to be issued today July 24th, with approval of live operation of the proposed poker network still necessitating another round of testing before NGCB approval. As of this writing, Treasure Island has yet to launch its Internet-based poker room, pending approval from Nevada state regulatory bodies.
Jack and the Beanstalk is a new online slot from NetEnt that further adds to fairy-tale lore. To start, there is a breathtaking intro video produced in stunning 3D graphics. The visuals are simply outstanding, and further highlight the high standard of NetEnt slot games. Jack flees down a crumbling flight of stone steps while a two-headed giant is in hot pursuit. A closer look at Jack shows that he is in possession of the cherished golden goose. Gameplay System The five-reel slot game will let you assign a coin value worth from $0.01 up to $0.50. Another important decision is choosing which level to play on. There are a total of ten, and these pretty much resemble the popular Microgaming slot concept of choosing how many coins to play with. The final point to make about the gaming interface is the presence of 20 paylines, which are always active. Trigger Free Spins Watch out for the treasure chest symbols. Three chest symbols appearing anywhere on the reels simultaneously will trigger ten free spins. Another three or more chests during free spins will unlock five additional free spins. Wild Symbol Re-spins The Jack and the Beanstalk logo is the wild symbol, which will result in a re-spin when it emerges on the reels. During the re-spin the wild symbol will move one reel over and trigger another re-spin. It is possible for these continue for as long as there is a wild symbol present on the reels. All wins payout a 3x multiplier. Find Treasure at Winner Casino NetEnt’s Jack and the Beanstalk slot has just been unveiled at Winner Casino. Claim a generous welcome bonus and unlock winnings with the treasure-themed bonus round. Treasure Collection challenges players to collect multiple keys on reel five in exchange for lucrative winnings.
The first leg of the second qualifying round between Hapoel Be'er Sheva and RNK Split was an action-packed game which featured one of the best free kick goals of the season. The first leg was won in the last 15 minutes, as RNK Split stole the win from under Be'er Sheva's nose. For tonight's game, Israeli side is back and looking for a big win. The Europa League is proving to be as exciting as the recent World Cup with teams showing that they are top level contenders for the title of best in Europe. The first game was moved from Israel due to the unfortunate war going on in the country. UEFA could not risk sending players to the country with the current hostilities between Hamas and Israel. The game will take place in Cyprus, giving both teams the benefit of neutral ground. Game 1 Highlights Be'er Sheva started scoring in the 31st minute as Maor Buzaglo, the star forward, put one of the most beautiful free-kick goals of the season into the back of the net. He fired a shot to the top left corner of the net, it found the target head on. The game was in Be'er Sheva's hands until the 78th minute, when Tomislav Dujmović headed a corner past the goalkeeper. Be'er Sheva desperately tried to get the ball back in attack position but in minute 86 Be'er Sheva's goaltender committed a foul and gave Mate Bilić a penalty shot which he scored. bet365 Online Markets The Europa League is getting full coverage by bet365 Sports and each of the games in this year's race for first place has a number of online wagering markets to choose from. Be'er Sheva is the favorite tonight according to bet365 at 2.20. RNK Split are not far behind at 2.87 and a draw could be the best bet at 3.25. There are many additional markets to choose from including Correct Score, Double Chance, and much more.
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History can be made this September as the Scottish Independence Referendum takes place, when Scots will determine whether or not they'll remain a part of the UK. History The Kingdom of Scotland was formed in the 9th century, remaining a sovereign entity until 1707 when it unified with England into what was called the Kingdom of Great Britain. Now, 307 years of unification might see the end. On Thursday, September 18th 2014, Scots will be faced with the question: "Should Scotland be an independent country?" Polls Say No Judging by the many opinion polls conducted in Scotland, the majority of Scots will answer "No" on referendum day, although that is subject to change until September as recent July polls show 43% Scots will vote yes and 57% will vote no (once excluding "don't knows"). One strong proponent for staying in the union is US president Barack Obama, who expressed hopes that Scots will vote against independence. Obama's weighing in into the matter was a shock as officially the US is neutral. Obama believes Scots are better together as part of the UK family, as he told British shadow foreign secretary Douglas Alexander, "If it ain't broke; don't fix it." Political Betting The upcoming Scottish Independence Referendum also sets the stage for great political betting opportunities. Political betting at online sportsbooks is a growing trend which attracts many political punters. William Hill Sports is especially active on the political betting front, covering UK, US and European Politics, current affairs and general elections. Hill has dedicated a special bet for the outcome of the Scottish Independence Referendum, with the odds at 1/7 for a "No" and 4/1 for a "Yes" right now. With two months to go for the referendum, this betting option is going to become more interesting on a daily manner.
Throughout the first half of 2014, players of Platinum Play Casino had the opportunity to enter a thrilling promotion called the Fortune Lounge Cruise. In total, the promotion was worth approximately $1.3 million and saw 50 double tickets given away for players to attend a luxurious cruise upon a spectacular vessel named Oasis of the Seas. Well, the players have now returned from their June adventure and there are stories to share, courtesy of VIP host Tasneem. $130k Slots Tournament During the course of the cruise there was a nail-biting slots tournament for players to take part in. In the interest of enhancing the VIP experience, large portions of the on-board casino were fenced off exclusively for Fortune Lounge winners. By the conclusion of the promotion, approximately $130,000 had been given away in cash prizes. Caribbean Jewels The route of the cruise took the players through some beautiful portions of the Caribbean Sea, stopping off in the Bahamas, Saint Martin, and Saint Thomas. While stopping at the beaches, VIP host Tasneem set up a floating bar from lilos to give the players a truly lavish experience. Speaking of which, the cruise hosted black tie events during the evenings to offer a touch of elegance to the experience. Players donned their suits and evening dresses before sitting down to delicious meals in plush surroundings. A Relaxed Experience Tasneem is convinced that the 2014 Fortune Lounge Cruise improved upon the 2013 adventure because there was less structure this year. There was more time for players to relax and do their own activities, like shopping and snorkelling. Players also had the opportunity to attempt surfing in the ship’s on-board wave pool. It will be interesting to see what improvements can be made in 2015 when the promotion returns to Platinum Play Casino.
Britain's bookmakers are currently attempting to adapt to a significant rise in taxes on fixed-odds betting stations, while also facing the implementation of a point of consumption tax on all gambling. Levy on All UK Sports Betting The adaptation just got harder with today's announcement by the British Labour party of a possible mandatory levy on all sports betting. News of the proposal was revealed in a consultation document called “More Sport for All” and issued by Labour party Shadow Culture Secretary Harriet Harman. The document generally outlines a new set of proposed policy ideas "designed to shape a long term strategy and support community sport." Reinvestment in Fitness Programs Speaking for the Labour party, Harman envisions the levies as ways to regenerate revenue for community projects starting with promotion of physical activity, a program sorely lacking in financial support since the government ended a national fitness program called School Sports Partnerships. "Labour wants to help everybody to do more sport and physical activity – from children to the elderly, girls and well as boys and people from all backgrounds and regions," explained Harman. UK Online Gambling Profile At this juncture, online gambling in the UK represents one of the largest markets of its kind in the world. Online gambling in the UK currently accounts for 8% of the global market compared to 37% of the global market for all European countries excluding the UK, and 10% of the global market for the United States. In sheer revenue value, the 2013 UK market for online gambling was valued at 2.5 billion pounds. From this total, online poker generated 329 million euros ($559 million). Incoming Gambling Act New regulations aimed at removing the grey area for online gambling in the UK include the Gambling Act of 2014 which requires offshore operators to hold a UK license before reaching out to UK customers, effective October 1st. Nonetheless, the license-focused Gambling Act does not mandate a change in the tax system. Added levies are separate proposals from Labour party legislators.
Mobile gaming is one of the biggest trends in online casinos nowadays as more and more players use their smartphones and tablets to play on the go. This is exactly the reason why online casinos are on a constant effort to further build and improve the mobile options and platforms which they offer their players. Bigger, Faster The efforts made by online casinos to improve their players' mobile experiences touch a wide range of aspects, but the main focus is on being able to deliver players with a mobile online casino experience akin to that they would experience on a desktop or laptop: bigger game collections and a faster experience. The technologies are already in place with the powerful hardware embedded in mobiles. Mobile Advancements The mobile world is always on the lookout for innovations, and online casinos invest their efforts in making up. A good example is the upcoming iPhone 6 which is expected to release in Q4 2014. This device's size is expected to be somewhere in between a tablet and a smartphone, granting it its nickname: "Phablet". Apple's competition is sure to quickly come up with something similar – a thing from which mobile online casino operators and players will benefit. Mobile Trends at Casino Tropez The mobile offering at Casino Tropez is a good example for online casinos' dedication to mobile options. Available on iOS and Android devices, Casino Tropez mobile boasts a tight and expanding collection of games including roulette, baccarat, blackjack and video poker together with slots like Gold Rally, Goblins Cave, Desert Treasure II, Safecracker and Tropic Reels. Apart from offering new mobile players with a $3,000 welcome bonus, Casino Tropez actually maintains a mobile trends site where players are kept up to date with the latest news about mobile gadgets, apps and devices.
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The Caves Valley Golf Club in Maryland's Owing Mills is the venue for today's exciting inaugural $1.6 million LPGA International Crown tournament beginning at 5:30 UK time. Four-woman squads from eight nations meet for a fight for the coveted prize and title. South Korea and USA Top Favorites The top favorites by all standards for this tourney are the squads of South Korea and the USA. The Americans are seeded in Group A where they'll face off Spain, Taiwan and Thailand, while the South Koreans in Group B will meet Sweden, Australia and Japan. The Americans beat the South Koreans in qualifying for this tournament's No. 1 seed. World Number one Stacy Lewis of the US expressed her confidence in the team's ability to win this one, saying that they're in the competition to wear the crown. At the same time, Lewis gave credit to the Asian teams and especially to the South Korean team which shapes up to be the biggest challenge for the Americans. "They are going to be a hard team to beat," said Lewis. South Korean Motivation While the International Crown is very important for all contestants, this year the South Koreans are especially eager to wear the crown. South Korea wants to come back to the forefront of the stage, re-establishing itself as a force to be reckoned with in women's golf. Apart from the sportive point of view, a win here would boost morale back in the homeland – something the South Koreans strongly desire. Odds at bet365 bet365 Sports is covering today's tournament, offering live bets for the different competitions. In team outright odds, bet365's top favorite was the USA with 11/8 to win, while South Korea stood on 9/4. Tune-in bet365 today and tomorrow to see which country has the best women's golf team.
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