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International news brief: Wynn says Singapore's two upcoming casinos will not pose a threat to its Macau business.

International news brief: Sparkling bars and boutique stalls at James Packer's City of Dreams casino deserted, while noodle bar is doing a roaring trade.

International news brief: China has quietly eased restrictions on its citizens traveling from Guangdong province to Macau, sending casino stocks soaring.

The Las Vegas-based casino operator plans to raise $1.63 billion by selling 25 percent of its Macau casino assets.

International news brief: Casinos in Macau are hoping for a big October after China began relaxing restrictions for its citizens from Guangdong province.

International news brief: The gaming giant lifted its market share of Macau gambling revenue to 11% in August, up from 8% in June.

International news brief: Macau's casinos brought in 1.5 billion dollars in August, their highest monthly revenue ever.

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.

Casino City selects the 10 most striking gaming venues across the world, with Monaco's Casino Monte Carlo taking the No. 1 spot.

Adrian Allain of France outlasted 326 players to win over HK$3,000,000 after qualifying on a $5 PKR online satellite.

The Asian Poker Tour Macau festival is 12 days with each day featuring a tournament side event.

Las Vegas Sands agreed to pay three men $42.5 million to settle a lawsuit in June over an agreement breach in Macau.

International news brief: Macau casino magnate Stanley Ho has undergone surgery in hospital.

The Asian Poker Tour has written a letter to Olympic Champion Michael Phelps, asking him to participate at its Macau event.

Fernando Chui was overwhelmingly appointed Macau's new chief executive, taking over the post previously held by Edmund Ho.

The Asain Poker Tour Macau Festival will run from August 12–23 at the Galaxy StarWorld Hotel and Casino in Macau.

International news brief: Two Macao croupiers arrested, suspected of stealing gaming chips worth 77,420 dollars.

International news brief: Macao's new chief executive pledges to ensure fair and healthy competition in the gaming sector, the backbone of the city's economy.

International news brief: Fernando Chui says that mainland China will help Macau develop as the casino hub has been hit hard by the recession.

International news brief: Once a hot-spot for hippies, Goa's new found reputation as a gambling destination appears to be catching on fast.