Jackpot Round Up: Man Celebrating 21st Birthday Wins $362K in Las Vegas

Jackpot Round Up: Man Celebrating 21st Birthday Wins $362K in Las Vegas

An Ohio resident visiting the Las Vegas Strip collected $362K at the Linq Hotel + Experience on his 21st birthday.

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Linq Hotel + Experience, pictured above. A visitor won $362K on his 21st birthday at the casino. (Image: Booking.com)

Damon Howell of Union City won $362,640 while playing Ultimate Texas Hold’em on May 10 at the resort casino.

He had been at the table for about 30 minutes when he got the jackpot.

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$1.35B Lotto Winner Embroiled in Family Drama

$1.35B Lotto Winner Embroiled in Family Drama

A $1.35 billion Mega Millions lottery jackpot winner faces a legal battle with the mother of his daughter as he tries to keep his identity a secret. The winning ticket, purchased in Lebanon, Maine, was claimed by the winner through an LLC to maintain his anonymity. However, a complicated series of events led to a significant fallout with family and friends.

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Vancouver Council Eases Restrictions on Casino Expansions

Vancouver Council Eases Restrictions on Casino Expansions

In a recent vote, Vancouver’s ABC party has decided to change the city’s strict moratorium on gambling expansions. The amendment was passed despite opposition from health officials and calls for more public consultation. ABC Councilors Approve Increase in Casino Slot Machines The recent ruling allows new applications from the B.C. Lottery Corporation (BCLC), which can […]