Myanmar Casinos and Myanmar Gambling

Thai Bookies Move to Burma

nternational News Brief: Thai bookmakers taking bets on World Cup matches have migrated across the border to neighbouring Burma to avoid arrested for illegal gambling, news reports say. read more

Thai Authorities Warn Against Holiday Gambling

International News Brief: Thai police in the northern border town of Mae Sai have imposed strict measures to prevent gamblers disguised as tourists from crossing to Myanmar to gamble in its casinos during a four-day holiday which begins Thursday. read more

Myanmar Casinos Close Doors to Chinese Patrons

International News Brief: Business used to be booming for a casino in the Monglar town of Myanmar, thanks to flocking Chinese tourists. However, that is now history as local government in Myamar is collaborating with China in its fight against gambling. read more

Pit Boss Fired for Reporting Runaway Bride

A former Treasure Island pit boss said he was trying to do the right thing when he told the media he had seen Jennifer Wilbanks, the infamous runaway bride, in the casino. He got fired for his actions. read more

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