Philippines Gambling

Major casino opens in Manila

International news brief: The $700 million Resorts World Manila double the tables in the city and may boost its casino revenue more than 120 percent. read more

Filipino lawmaker wants online gambling banned

International news brief: Legislation proposed by Narciso Santiago of the Alliance for Rural Concerns party wants to ban online gambling in the Philippines. read more

Asian Pacific Poker Tour to head to Manila

Many of Asia's top poker pros to compete at the exclusive Hyatt Hotel and Casino. read more

APT announces opening event for 2009

The Asian Poker Tour will follow its inaugural 2008 season with a 2009 schedule that begins with the APT Philippines at the Dusit Thani Manila Hotel from Jan. 27-Feb. 1. read more

Manila-based online gambling site busted: SKorean officials

International news brief: South Korean prosecutors have busted an online gambling ring operated by Koreans from the Philippine capital Manila. read more

Poker pros get ready to APT

The list of renowned poker pros participating in the Macau leg of this year's Asian Poker Tour has just gotten longer. read more

Packer expected to enter Philippines deal

International News Brief: James Packer is expected to sign a $1.5-billion deal to build a hotel and casino resort in the Philippines. read more

Saab wins RP leg of Asian Poker Tour

International News Brief: Australian national David Saab emerged as the top winner of the 2008 Asian Poker Tour. read more

Top Asian players face off

The top professional poker players with Asian heritage are aiming for nothing less than the top prize at the upcoming Asian Poker Tour Philippines leg this coming May 27 to June 1. read more

Waterfront Philippines plans new casino

International News Brief: Waterfront Philippines Inc. plans to put up a 2,500-room hotel and casino facility within the 40-hectare Bagong Nayong Pilipino-Manila Bay Integrated Tourism City on the reclaimed area. read more