Archive for July 23rd, 2008
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
A St. John's man defied the odds and emerged from a field of over 400 players some of which were top poker pros, to win a $1.7 million top prize at a World Poker Tour event in Las Vegas.
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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
Gambling in the Philippines has become extremely prevalent and Archbishop Angel Lagdameo expressed concern that game show betting is perceived by citizens as an easy way out of poverty.
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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
Authorities in the United States were back at work this week busting up illegal gambling operations, this time it was a sports gambling ring that was busted in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.
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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
Following a disturbing trend in casino gambling around the country, Kansas City area casinos saw their revenues drop in June from last year at the same time.
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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
The Denver Broncos released running back Mike Bell and kicker Garrett Hartley on Monday. Bell saw action in 15 games during his rookie year of 2006. He rushed for 677 yards on 157 attempts and scored eight touchdowns. Bell also caught 20 passes fo...
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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
The Colorado Rockies reinstated shortstop Troy Tulowitzki and pitcher Kip Wells from the 15-day and 60-day disabled lists, respectively, on Monday. Both will be in uniform for Monday's series opener against the Dodgers at Coors Field with Wells sc...
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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Monday that the franchise will honor former captains Wendel Clark and Doug Gilmour in separate ceremonies during the upcoming season. Clark will get his night on November 22 as Toronto faces the Chicago Blackhawks...
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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
The New Jersey Nets acquired guard Keyon Dooling Tuesday from the Orlando Magic in exchange for cash considerations. "Keyon is a versatile NBA veteran, and we are pleased to add him to our roster," Nets president Rod Thorn said. "His ability to pl...
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