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Here’s what we found!

Binion’s/Four Queens: Earn 150 points on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18, and receive a FREE Sling Bag. (Editor’s note: Look for FREE coupons on the American Casino Guide Book app or website.)

Strat: June promotions:

• True Rewards New Member “Pick-A-Prize” Kiosk Game. From Thursday, June 1 through Friday, June 30, True Rewards members who earn 25 same-day base points in the first 24 hours of membership while playing reels, video reels, video poker and electronic keno machines will receive an entry for the new member “Pick-A-Prize” kiosk game at the True Rewards kiosk. Every entry is guaranteed to win up to $1,000 in free slot play, up to $20 in dining credit or a two-night stay in a suite at The STRAT. There will be a maximum of one entry per True Rewards account. Additional information is available here.
• $100,000 Power Wheel Prize Giveaway. From Saturday, June 3 through Saturday, July 1, True Rewards members will receive one drawing entry for every 500 base points they earn during the promotional period by playing reels, video reels, video poker and electronic keno machines. Each Saturday, three drawing winners will spin the $100,000 Power Wheel for the chance to win up to $100,000 cash. Additional information is available here.
  

Sahara: June Promotions:

• $70,000 $cratch and Win. During the month of June, Infinity Rewards Members can earn up to four scratch cards per day for 500 base points or tier credits. Prizes include free slot play, dining credits, match play and points.
• $2,500 Tuesday Island Breeze Slot Tournament. Every Tuesday in June Infinity Rewards Members can receive one free entry and may earn up to three additional entries for 250 base slot points each. Ten winners will share $2,500 in free slot play.
• Thursday Play to Earn Wine. In June, Infinity Rewards Members may earn up to two bottles of wine for 1,000 base slot points each Thursday. A maximum of two bottles may be earned per person, per Infinity Rewards account, per promotional day.

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Downtown Grand: Unveiled “Welcome Back to the Downtown Deal,” a series of deal announcements across the property aimed to bring back the nostalgia and value that Downtown Las Vegas offers. The Downtown Deal is comprised of several offerings exclusive to Downtown Grand, including:

• No Resort fee for locals
• Parking is Free for Hotel Guests, Gaming Customers, Dining Customers
• $5 Craps table with 10x odds
• $1 Blackjack with $1 Progressive Jackpots
• $2 Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog and draft Pabst Blue Ribbon at the Nathan’s Hot Dog Cart
• $5 Roulette using $1 chips
• $3.50 PBR and a shot of Evan Williams bourbon (Joe’s Special, the not-so-super-secret deal)
• Award winning restaurant Triple George Grill is offering a 3-course lunch special for just $20.
  (Ongoing promotions until further notice. Editor’s note: Get a FREE $50 matchplay coupon on the American Casino Guide Book app or website.)

Silverton: June Promotions:

• June 1-30 – Play for Prime Rib. Throughout the entire month of June, earn 200 same-day points and receive a kiosk coupon for a free prime rib dinner at Sundance Grill. One coupon per day, per guest, maximum.
• June 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 & 30 – Kiosk Swipe N Win. Each Friday and Saturday in June, every 100 points equals one swipe for a chance to win outstanding prizes, including $5,000 in cash, Free Slot Play, dining and Guilt credits, and mystery gifts.
• June 5-8 and June 19-22- Earn and Win – Car Wash Kit. Earn 2,000 points each Monday through Thursday to win a car wash kit. Prize pick-up will be available Fridays and Saturdays, June 9-10 and June 23-24. See website for complete details.
• June 18 – Father’s Day Point Multiplier. Silverton Rewards Club members earn 8X points on reels and 2X points on video poker. No activation required.
• June 30 – $10,000 Backyard Makeover. On Friday, June 30 at 7 p.m., 100 points equals one entry for a chance to win $10,000 in cash to recreate your dream backyard. Additionally, four other random winners will receive $1000 in cash, a $500 gift card to Home Depot or Lowe’s, and a $250 gift card to Omaha Steaks. Winners must be present to win.
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Rampart Casino: Market Place Buffet 2 for 1 Buffet – Monday, June 19. 2 for 1 or 50-percent off one lunch or dinner buffet. Earn 50 same-day points on Rampart Rewards to redeem special offer.

Arizona Charlie’s (Both): On National Bingo Day, Tuesday, June 27, Arizona Charlie’s will host a 24-hour bingo blowout with special guests, prizes and more.

Arizona Charlie’s (Both): Jackpot Win It Again Jackpot Campaign. Beginning in May, guests that hit a jackpot of $1,200 or more and sign a publicity agreement will be entered into Arizona Charlie’s “win it again” drawing that will be held in December. Guests can begin earning drawing tickets Monday, May 1 and the promotion will last until Wednesday, Nov. 1.

FREE Slot Tournament with over $2,000 in prize money! – The publishers of the American Casino Guide have created a website to play in slot tournaments for FREE! A new tournament begins the first of each month and last all month long. No download is needed and you can play right away!  You get 7,500 credits to play and the top scorers win a  prize – and you can play up to five times for FREE! To play, or for more details, go to: https://www.freeslottournaments.com/  Please note that you must be 18, or older, to play. Good luck!

Station Casinos: Charms are digital collectible good luck Charms that are a new and exclusive reward for Station Casinos’ Boarding Pass members. You will receive a few Charms to get you started. To play with your Charm, simply insert your Boarding Pass into any slot machine and select a Charm to activate. You can collect additional Charms with activity on your Boarding Pass throughout all Station Casinos and Wildfire properties. (Ongoing until further notice.)

Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas: Every Friday and Saturday evening through Saturday, July 29, Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas is hosting its annual stein holding competition, where the regional winner with the longest time will win a trip to New York City this September to compete in the finals for the title of “U.S. Champion in Masskrugstemmen.” Will you be this year’s winner? All you have to do is hold your beer! Masskrugstemmen is not a drinking game – it is a game of strength and endurance. The competition is about who can hold “The Masskrug” – a 1 liter (34 oz.) mug – filled with beer at shoulder level with their arm extended for as long as they can. No beer can be spilled, no elbows can be bent, and your arm must stay parallel to the ground. The winner is the person who can keep their stein aloft the longest. In addition to bragging rights, the regional winner will win a trip to New York City to represent Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas in the National Masskrugstemmen Championship on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The trip includes round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations and some spending money. The winner of the finals will be named “U.S. Champion in Masskrugstemmen” and will receive a trip for two to Munich, Germany, home of the original Hofbräuhaus. The prize includes round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations, a guided tour at the Hofbräu Brewery and dinner at the Hofbräuhaus. For additional information on the stein holding competition at Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas and to make a reservation, visit HofbrauhausLasVegas.comm

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Tropicana: Purple Reign: The Prince Tribute Show celebrates the life and legacy of Prince with a special June 7th performance and extends a two-for-one offer to fans to commemorate ‘The Artist Formerly Known As’ on his 65th birthday. Bring your ‘Raspberry Beret’s and come ready to party like its ‘1999’! On June 7th, Purple Reign, the world’s number one Prince tribute show, brings another electrifying performance to Prince fanatics and party revelers alike with half off tickets available on ticketmaster.com so you and a friend can enjoy the show for the price of one regular admission.

The Lexi Hotel: Opened its doors to guests on Friday, June 2, 2023. This one-of-a-kind boutique hotel promises to be a game-changer in the city’s hospitality scene. Boasting just 64 newly designed rooms and suites, The Lexi will become the go-to destination for savvy travelers headed to Las Vegas who demand exceptional service, cutting-edge amenities, and a fun, sophisticated atmosphere. Additionally, as the first new hotel to open in Las Vegas this year, and the only cannabis-inclusive property in town, The Lexi offers an intimate and unforgettable experience that stands out from the sprawling casinos and resorts in Las Vegas. Bookings for the re-imagined hotel are available now at: www.thelexilasvegas.com. (Ongoing.)

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Edgewater Casino Resort (Laughlin): Opened a new 11,800-square-foot state-of-the-art bingo room. The new bingo space offers high stakes bingo games, an expanded prize pool, cross-over promotions and linked coverall multi-location jackpots with other Golden Entertainment, Inc. properties (Arizona Charlie’s.) Eight sessions daily, beginning at 9 a.m. and continuing every odd hour until the last session at 11 p.m. Located on the lower river level, the newly designed room will host up to 300 players in a modern and sophisticated setting highlighted by natural light and views of the Colorado River. Players will enjoy an upscale VIP seating area, modern equipment, and progressive jackpots. Food and beverage service will also be available including nachos, hot dogs, chips, self-service coffee, soft drinks and a selection of cocktails to order. Players are invited to sign up for True Rewards, Golden Entertainment’s rewards program, to receive bonuses including increased point multipliers, prizes such as cash and free slot play, as well as eligibility in select tournaments and special events. More information is available at the True Rewards center or on the website at www.Edgewater-Casino.com

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Are you ready to climb the great Mount Olympus and meet with the great Zeus? Don’t be afraid – Booming Gaming made a great effort to make this adventure thrilling and fruitful for its players. Join the Greek god in the newest blockbuster Booming Games release, Power of Olympus!

Greek gods await:

This video slot is placed across seven reels, with seven rows that can bring the players great fortune. In order to achieve the win, the player will face Cascading Reels with Cluster Pays. Matching combinations of at least five symbols have to land on the reel, and the win is yours. It isn’t important if the cluster is formed horizontally or vertically – you’ll get the prize anyway.

When the player succeeds in creating a cluster, Zeus appears and takes matters into his own hands. He starts blasting the cluster with his lightning, which makes them disappear from the reels. It opens the door to new symbols to appear on the reels, falling down from the top of Mount Olympus. This cascade increases the chances of creating new clusters. 

When the cascade begins, the player gets up to three Wilds or even Wild Multipliers that can multiply the current win up to 15x.

Free Spins:

If four or more Scatter symbols appear on the reels during the base game, the Free Spins round is triggered. This round brings the player even closer to the top of Mount Olympus. This round can lead to getting up to 25 Free Games, which can greatly increase the win potential of the game. These free spins can potentially be followed by a fantastic multiplier of up to 100x the base bet, and if achieved, that win can really bring the player to the top of the Olympus. 

If three or more Scatter symbols appear on the reel while the bonus round is still active, the player will get five free spins as an additional award.

Moritz Blume, Director of Product at Booming Games, said: “If players want to experience the power of the gods for themselves, this is the slot for them. Power of Olympus sees players join Zeus as he commands lightning to help generate more Cascades and win combos. That he also drops Wilds and Multipliers onto the reels takes the big win potential to the next level. This is a great addition to our growing portfolio of slots that covers a wide range of themes with mechanics, features, and bonuses to appeal to all player preferences.”

Light & Wonder is aiming high in Asia with its participation in Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Asia. The event runs from May 30 to June 1 this year at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.

While precise details will not be publically available until revealed at the show for some of the company’s advancements in the Asian market, the former Scientific Games has teased some info on its comprehensive cross-platform loyalty program with an array of customizable features for operators to retain and attract customers.

Differentiating Solutions from Industry Leaders

The new Systems enhancement will complement the current products in use and give operators a distinctly differentiated solution for integration into platforms already in use across the loyalty space.

Regarding the behemoth game provider and developer’s debut of new games meant to capture and keep players in one of the world’s most rapidly developing markets, each pick seems capable of carrying its weight to help L & W reach the goal of Number One in Asia.

Starting with the electronic table game (ETG), RouletteX, players stand a chance to win much more on a roulette game than they normally would. By choosing their own volatility (risk v reward) players can reap up to 500x their bet on a single number. The game is played on Light & Wonder’s Quartz Standalone and Hybrid platform.

Dragon Tail Baccarat is now available for play on the Quarts Stand-alone system. The new title offers free games and side bats along with a touch screen that displays a variety of interactive features for the player to choose from. Operators on the other hand will have access to statistics, trend displays that can be custom-configured, game history, a bet scheduler, and a timer option as options to offer players.

Not to risk being mired in excellent floor games before even mentioning slots and progressive slots we’d be remiss not to bring up the company’s 2022 Global Gaming Awards Asia’s “Casino Product of the Year,” the MDX card shuffler. It is deserving of its own showcase and will receive it at the show along with some of the live dealer games served by it.

The time-proven Blazing 7s Blackjack Progressive will be featured and find its way to Asian casino floors this year with side bets based on 7-pip cards. Players who choose to play the 7s will win if their first card is a 7 – win even more if their second is a seven and go rolling in the bank if the dealer’s first card is a 7 too.

“Our Asian customers are excited to energize their casino floors and discover the tremendous value created for their players who want more modern, immersive game content with solutions and services to enhance the guest experience,” said Simon Johnson, Light & Wonder Senior Vice President and Managing Director, International Gaming.

“Light & Wonder is taking the lead in performance and ship share across key Asian markets, an indicator that our ambition to be number one in the Asian market is well on its way to be actualized. To respond to this forward momentum and the demand for next-generation content, our team of award-winning game designers and studios have created a robust pipeline of next-level experiences, content, technology and systems that will reach across multiple platforms and markets.”

Slots for Asia Extend Popular Franchises

Popular game families and franchise strings from Light & Wonder that will see new editions and additions for Asia include Dragon Unleashed, DUŌ FÚ DUŌ CÁI GRAND, Dancing Drums Explosion, and Coin Combo.

Coin Combo adds VIP to its name as well as titles such as Carnival Cow and Hyper Horse with progressive jackpots. Both of the franchise extensions were purpose-built specifically for the Asian market and will be available on the KASCADA Portrait 43” cabinet.

A Dual Screen version of the Kascada will debut at the show for the very first time. Edge lighting and a signature reflector compliment the 43″ cabinet to give it a striking presence on any casino floor. Look for the market-unique cabinets to feature two high-resolution 27” monitors and a floating 27” topper for dynamic game content.

Ingotcha and Dragons are two new titles joining the DUŌ FÚ DUŌ CÁI Grand family of games with jackpot-rich features. Player-favorite features remain in popular games but innovations improve playability and broaden the audience.

Red Fleet and Treasured Happiness are two titles joining Dragon Unleashed in that franchise and the new games carry the originals deep into big win territory with free games and respins adding to the familiar features. The franchise is now arguably one of the most exciting game series to be found on any casino floor and has been added to the Kascada Duel Screen cabinet for side-by-side theatrical game presence – especially during the Dragon Reel feature.

Source: Light & Wonder aiming for number one in Asia at Singapore show, G3 Newswire, May 24, 2023

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Bill 035/2022 introduced in March 2022 to regulate online betting has been approved by the Economic Commission of the Chilean Chamber of Deputies. The measure held up in legislature for multiple discussions and consideration was adopted by the Chamber on a 9-1 vote to make a significant change of the Chilean gambling industry as the current online wagering services include three operators only.

Bill Introduced in March 2022:

The bill was preceded by a series of legislative measures that commenced in March 2022 when the governmental Internal Revenue Service included betting in the category of activities that do not have a regulatory framework. In April 2022, the Chamber of Deputies ruled that agreements between sports clubs and sports betting operators shall be considered illegal, but the measure has recently be sent to further consideration by the Senate.

Pending Approval:

The Senate’s Economic Commission has recently reviewed the bill proposing the regulation of sports betting, and the discussion included the governmental competent authorities for customer service and financial market Andres Herrera and, respectively, Solange Berstein. The proposal is now pending for a consultation period set to end on June 12. Upon the expiry of the given deadline, the Senate is expected to decide whether the bill will be sent to be signed into law.

Regulated Sports Betting Required:

The bill has passed a long way since March 2022 to await final approval after it cleared the Economic Commission of the Chilean Chamber of Deputies. According to a source, Carlos Baeza, legal representative of Betano, Betsson, Coolbet and Latamwin, said: “[This] is an excellent sign because Chile will be among 73% of the OECF countries that have regulated online betting platforms in a comprehensive way, addressing the institutional, tax and advertising requirements of the industry.”

Baeza reportedly considers the regulation as an optimized legal method to distinguish platforms complying with legal requirements from illegal sports books. He also acclaimed the involvement of the Chilean Ministry of Finance in the regulatory procedure.

Regulator to Collect $50 Million from Operators:

The gaming regulatory body, Superintendency of Gambling Casinos (SCJ), reportedly estimates that the annual value of gambling operations amounts to the levels between $130 million and $170 million with prospects for a rapid growth to be supported by licensed operations and a legal framework. SCJ would reportedly generate around $50 million a year from licenses, taxes, and other regulatory fees.

According to the source, the Government is aware that the regulated sports betting will attract international companies to the Chilean market but also hopes that the methods to combat problem gambling will be implemented as soon as online sports betting is launched in the country.

Addressing Problem Gambling:

To mitigate problem gambling and the participation of minors in gambling operations, the authorities require bettors to have Unique National Role, or ID, for identity confirmation purposes to prevent adverse consequences of unauthorized access to wagering accounts.

The Bill 035/2022 proposes that the only those betting companies that are awarded a five-year renewable license can offer their services. The Bill reportedly reads: “These licenses will be granted through a non-competitive and administrative process, since it’s difficult to evaluate one proposal over another, nor is it possible to establish mechanisms of exclusion or territorial monopoly.”

The Bill also requires operators to submit a Platform Operation Plan and a deposit and allows only licensed companies to share their content in the media. Any failure to comply with the measure would trigger fines by the regulator.

Government got what it wanted

When sports betting was legalized in Washington, DC, part of the law required that $200,000 of the revenue that the District received from the pastime go to “to prevent, treat, and research gambling addiction.” The law has not changed, but those support dollars are no more.

This past week, the DC Council’s Committee of the Whole unanimously approved the 2024 fiscal year budget, which strips the annual earmark for the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH).

DC is getting what it wants from sports betting – that sweet, sweet, tax revenue

In what feels like a “I’ve got mine, f**k you” situation, Mayor Muriel Bowser’s budget was actually larger than what her office originally presented to the council, but nonetheless, finding $200,000 among billions was just not possible. Well, I’m sure it was, but DC is getting what it wants from sports betting – that sweet, sweet, tax revenue – and now doesn’t feel the need to take on the social responsibility.

Bowser’s budget even removed other allocations of sports betting revenue, such as for schools and affordable housing, but those were put back. As Councilmember Brianne Nadeau tweeted in March: “I voted against sports betting for just this reason. Politicians are lured by being able to dedicate the revenue to specific projects. That doesn’t address the negative impact of legalized gambling. And now w/this proposal we also lose any benefits of the directed revenue.”

The money wasn’t used, anyway

The removal of problem gambling funding is at least slightly understandable because of the craziest part of this whole mess: the DBH has never used a single cent of it for its intended purpose. As such, the department told the DC Council that it didn’t need the money.

DBH’s Chief of Staff Phyllis Jones told DCist that her agency already has the ability to help problem gamblers through its existing programs, though those programs are not specifically tailored toward gambling addiction.

“DBH has certified about 50 community-based providers located across D.C. to deliver mental health services,” Jones aid. “Several types of therapy used to treat gambling disorders, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), group therapy, and family therapy, are available through our provider network.”

Keith Whyte, Executive Director of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), says that’s all a crock of shit.

The city therefore cannot be providing ethical or effective problem gambling treatment.”

“We strongly believe treatment for gambling addiction requires specific training and certification. We are not aware of any personnel within DBH or their vendors who have any such training or certification,” he said. “The city therefore cannot be providing ethical or effective problem gambling treatment.”

In the meantime, as the DBH collected $200,000 per year and let it just sit there, problem gambling rates in DC appear to have been increasing. The NCPG told the DC Council that its helpline received 4,892 calls from local residents in 2022, a 35% in increase from 2021. And 2021’s figure was 109% higher than that of 2020.

Government isn’t doing its job

What’s so infuriating about both the removal of the DBH funding and the DBH’s refusal to use it to aid problem gamblers (which, of course, contributed to the elimination of said funding), is that it is an example of the government refusing to do the absolute bare minimum to protect the people. The government is flat-out shirking its responsibilities, and for pennies.

“We believe any time government legalizes gambling they have an ethical and economic obligation to put some of their profits back into mitigating the harm that’s created by legalized gambling,” said Whyte.

DC leaves thousands of people without help or hope”

Problem and responsible gambling advocate Brianne Doura-Schawohl told Sports Handle that the situation is “disheartening and maddening,” adding: “….individuals who are currently struggling or will struggle in the future deserve support from a trained professional. In their decision to repeal funding for vital health services, DC leaves thousands of people without help or hope.”

At least there’s the self-exclusion list, which was launched in May 2020. But even that was botched horribly. For the first two years, the forward thinkers at the DC Lottery required people to go to the DC Lottery’s office to get on the list. You know, because let’s make it easy to gamble from home, but not easy to prevent yourself from gambling. A grand total of two people put themselves on the exclusion list in that time. An online option was finally offered in January 2022, but in about a year, only 14 people used it.

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You have probably heard of the EuroMillions lottery, but the history of international lotteries in Europe doesn’t end there. There is also the Eurojackpot, the Italian SuperEnalotto, the Spanish El Gordo and so on. Therefore, there are many captivating stories of Euro lottery winners that are worth telling. Of course, if you want to get the chance to live them, the best lottery sites await you, but for now, let’s explore the biggest EU jackpots and more.

Lotteries in Europe: History & Interesting Facts

Before we dive into the biggest wins among winners of the Euro lottery, let’s first examine how these games of chance began in Europe. Naturally, the history of country-based lotteries dates to the ancient civilisations of Rome and Greece. Later, they were reintroduced in Europe as means of raising funds for charity. However, it wasn’t until the 20th century that multinational lotteries became a thing because of increased cooperation and integration between EU countries.

If you’re curious about the lottery history over the ages, we have a detailed blog. However, in this article, we’ll focus on the major lottery events that occurred in the 20th century in Europe. Therefore, in the table below, we’ve outlined some milestones that have brought European international lotteries where they are today:

As you can tell, international lotteries across Europe are still developing, and there are even recent events like the COVID-19 pandemic that are affecting its course. We are witnessing history unfold before our eyes, and if you’re a lottery player, it’s key that you stay up to date with the latest news. We can help you do that, but let’s first make sure you know which EU lotteries you need to look out for in the next section.

The Best European Lotteries

Several popular lotteries in Europe offer international access to players. The biggest one that most people have heard of is the EuroMillions. However, as we mentioned, it’s not the only one. European players have more options than they realise. So, below, we’ve highlighted the best international lotteries in Europe and which countries they can be played from.

It’s important to note that even if they are classified as international lotteries, it doesn’t mean they are available in all European countries. The rules and regulations may vary depending on the country, so it’s always a good idea to check with the lottery operator in your country for more information on how to play and claim prizes.

Popular European Lottery Winners – From Rags to Riches

 
Now that you know what are the biggest international lotteries that originated in European countries, it’s time to dive into the incredible stories of the most popular European lottery winners. Just keep in mind that these are not necessarily the biggest lotto wins ever because it’s limited to Europe, and anonymous winners have been excluded.

These may not be among the biggest lottery winners in the UK, yet they made this list because of the inspirational stories they carry. If you’re a frequent player, you may even remember their journeys, which were covered by news outlets worldwide. Nevertheless, their wins were also not small, so keep reading to find out how they used the money to make a difference.

Amadou Gillen – A Christmas Wish Come True

 
We’ve all heard of the magic of Christmas when it comes to granting wishes. However, among Euro lottery winners, the person that was granted the biggest Christmas wonder is Amadou Gillen. In 2018, this 21-year-old refugee from Gambia won a €1.5 million jackpot in the Spanish Christmas Lottery. He had fled his home country in search of a better life and was living in a refugee camp in Spain when he bought the winning ticket.

Amadou bought the winning ticket at a gas station in the Spanish city of San Roque. He was working as a street vendor selling phone chargers and other accessories, but this money improved his life and allowed him to pursue his dreams. Nowadays, he has become a role model for other refugees and immigrants who dream of finding success in their new homes.

Michael Carroll – From the King of Chavs to a Coal Miner

 
When discussing Euro lottery UK winners, we often come across glorified stories of riches. However, the journey can often be a lot darker, as with the case of Michael Carroll, who lost it all after winning around €10 million in the UK National Lottery in 2002. After hitting the jackpot, Michael started living a life of drugs and crime, which soon left him broke. However, the lesson the self-proclaimed ‘King of Chavs’ learned can be useful to us all.

Winning a European lottery jackpot of this size can have a lot of negative effects on the psyche of a person, so cautionary stories like the one of Michael Carroll are common. However, there is also some light at the end of the tunnel because now Michael is living the humble life of a coal miner and has stated that if he won again, he would continue to work. His story carries many tough lessons, yet it’s certainly worth sharing.

Neil Trotter – A Millionaire Mechanic

 
Finally, we have the inspiring story of Neil Trotter, who used to work as a mechanic and was struggling to make ends meet. But one day in 2014, everything changed, as he was now the winner of a European lottery jackpot of €121 million. Of course, Neil spent some of his winnings on expensive cars, exotic vacations and other extravagant purchases. However, he also donated £1 million to the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, which had helped his father during his battle with cancer.

Furthermore, Neil also set up a charity foundation to support local causes in his community and has always emphasised the importance of responsible spending and financial planning. According to him, the best advice European lottery winners can get is the importance of guidance from financial professionals and above all, to use their wealth to help others.

Biggest European Lottery Jackpots

You’re almost at the end of this article, and we hope that you found these popular ‘Rags to Riches’ stories interesting. However, before you continue exploring the rest of our useful gambling blog, let’s go over the biggest European lottery jackpots and the lucky winners. They might not have the most buzz-worthy stories, but the amounts they won are worth nothing.

As you can see, the SuperEnalotto has given out the biggest prize in Europe so far. However, the jackpot was split between 90 players. The stories of European lottery winners we shared with you are about people who won impressive sums on their own. Nevertheless, some of them still shared their money with people who needed help, and that’s something worth admiring.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Sevilla among the cream of the crop 

Sevilla defeated Roma via penalty shootout in the Europa League Final Wednesday to win their seventh UEL trophy and grow their reputation as one of the most dominant soccer teams in Europe.

The club’s dominance in the competition has made it feel like their second home, no matter their form domestically or in other tournaments. Strangely, they are not the only team that has a history of shrugging off performance-based woes to find their footing in a particular event.

These are the most dominant soccer teams in various competitions in Europe.

The best and most dominant soccer teams

Sevilla – Europa League

As we mentioned in the intro, Sevilla has been nothing short of dominant in the Europa League during the 21st century. All seven of their trophies have come since the 2005-06 season despite the team being absent from the competition six times during that stretch. They are also the only team to win the Europa League title three times in a row (2013-16) and have not lost in a UEL final.

only reached extra time and the decisive penalty shootout because of a Gianluca Mancini own goal

Their most recent triumph came with a stroke of luck as they only reached extra time and the decisive penalty shootout because of a Gianluca Mancini own goal and despite not finding the back of the net themselves. 

Perhaps the most impressive part of Sevilla’s success in the competition is that they have done it by cycling through managers. There’s just something about stepping onto the pitch on a night of European competition that makes the team feel right at home, a trait that is shared by another Spanish soccer giant coming up on this list.

Manchester City – English Premier League

The EPL is widely considered to be the most competitive and talented soccer league in the world, but Manchester City has made it seem like a walk in the park. They have claimed five of the last six titles and, in the one year they did not win, came in second during a historic Liverpool season.

City’s era of dominance has coincided with the managerial reign of Pep Guardiola, the sharpest tactician in the world, and the cultivation of a deep, fully functional squad. They are never caught on the precipice of losing players integral to their success or falling victim to age because they are so prepared for the next generation, which is currently led by record-setting striker Erling Haaland.

The Citizens haven’t been able to translate their domestic reign into European dominance, but they have a chance with the upcoming Champions League Final against Inter Milan and are inarguably the strongest side in the world over the past few years.

Real Madrid – Champions League

The Champions League – with its beautiful opening symphony and thick game-day atmosphere – is considered the cream of the crop in the world of soccer. And more times than any other team in the world, Real Madrid has been the final team left standing.

won the European Cup/Champions League 14 times

The Spanish side has won the European Cup/Champions League 14 times, starting in 1955-56 and most recently in 2021-22. That includes three straight titles from 2015-18 and four in five years thanks to the help of Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and others.

Perhaps the most impressive part of Madrid’s unrelenting dominance in the most competitive soccer competition in the world is that it has only lost in the final three times, giving it a winning percentage of 82.4%. Just like Sevilla in the Europa League Final, Madrid enjoys a sense of comfort and belonging on the biggest stage, even when it is undermanned and an underdog to its opponent.

Bayern Munich – Bundesliga

Bayern Munich is the most dominant domestic club in Europe’s major leagues, having won the Bundesliga a ridiculous 11 times in a row and picking up two Champions League and two Club World Cup trophies during the same stretch.

The German giants may now be in a position where they are often able to poach the best talents in the country and attract player interest from around the world, but there have been many seasons where they have come under fire from challengers, most notably Borussia Dortmund. Even this year, they finished level on points with Dortmund, but won the league by way of goal difference.

32 league titles since the 1968-69 season

With 32 league titles since the 1968-69 season, it’s safe to say that Bayern is the unavoidable behemoth in the German league. But until a worthy challenger can finally displace them, they are going to keep ripping off trophies and extend their run as the most winning soccer team in the league.

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As one old adage goes, “If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.” Another cautions that adding fuel to the fire only increases the heat. None we are aware of speak to what happens when you add your own fuel by stating your case and promoting your own interests or having others do that for you.

Hell’s Kitchen is a part of New York City with a storied past quite unlike that of Times Square, a little more than a mile away. Centre Street, the Bowery, Canal Street, and Park Row – the general location of Martin Scorcese’s and Leonardo Di Caprio’s epic historical fiction story, the Gangs of New York is only about three miles away.

Setting the Stage for an Epic Battle

That backdrop should set the stage for what could be about to commence in the competition for three new downstate casino licenses in New York state – the first actual bonafide real Las Vegas casino licenses ever issued in or around a bustling metropolis holding some 19 million potential casino customers. A market that some have deemed to be potentially be the most lucrative latent casino market in the world.

Although there are three casino licenses available in downstate New York, potentially in and around New York City, most reporting indicates that two of those licenses are “widely believed” to be destined for the existing lottery-based casinos in Yonkers and Jamaica, Queens. The existing casinos are relatively large gaming venues that already provide tens of millions of dollars if not hundreds of millions in annual tax revenues, jobs benefits, and other financial knock-ons to local communities and the state in general. They are also operated by Resorts World and MGM, two of the largest casino operators in the world.

If two of the licenses are as good as thrown to the wind by simply changing the way two large casinos account for their handle, churn, and hold more to “real casino” standards rather than the simpler video lottery terminal and more or less fixed odds electronic gaming table accounting practices with wilder swings in gross gaming revenue for the more volatile games or natural swings in deviations from the mean for “coin flip” games like real baccarat, roulette or even baccarat, what is to be gained by the state?

That seems to be the elephant-in-the-room question most reporting fails to ask. We proffer that all three licenses might actually be up for grabs because “damn the torpedoes”. New York state will choose whichever options actually generate the most revenue and benefits for the people of New York, the local communities, and the state, because “that’s actually the remit” isn’t it?

The state is not in the business of doing favors for competitive businesses or at least it shouldn’t be, and if existing “casino communities” and their attendant gaming operators lose a little for the greater good of the state by creating three brand new revenue streams “cannibalism be damned” then that’s exactly what the location selection committee will recommend – or should.

If, in the end, a greater benefit for the whole of the state and the populace can be shown to be better attained by simply expanding the current gaming venues – more or less grandfathering in existing operators without fear or favor, then that is what the selection will, or should determine its job is to do.

Back to the Heat in the Kitchen

If that is the case, and the world’s most powerful casino interests are about to embark on a competition for perhaps the most lucrative market on earth – observers and participants should be ready for an epic battle of the titans as has never been seen before and it’s going to get so hot in downstate New York that an outside observer wouldn’t know the difference between Hell’s Kitchen, Times Square, Staten Island, Coney Island, any of the potential sites for a single new casino license. Or hell itself.

We saw amazing machinations for placement, power and control of the upstate casino markets a few short years ago when the first Las Vegas-style casino towns and operators were chosen – so-called “grassroots organizations”, false-flag petition drives, disinformation, seriously flawed “gaming studies”, political upheavals and almost every other imaginable disruption of industry-standard business decorum and charm offensive imaginable.

You ain’t seen nothing yet

For now, we see self-promotion, goodwill advocacy, and some local resistance to each announced contender’s proposal. We see good corporate “citizens” pitching themselves as the most viable alternative and none of the half dozen or so serious contenders has attacked any other in public – nor are they likely to overtly. Nothing “dirty” has bubbled up yet and none of those vying for a new license outside of Yonkers or Queens has alluded to there only being one license available – nor have the two “widely believed” “shoe-ins”.

MGM Resorts International, the owners of Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway in Yonkers has remained mostly mum on the subject as has Genting Malaysia Berhad – the ultimate owner of Resorts World New York at Aqueduct Raceway. And that is the wise move. Isn’t it? That could change.

What’s Coming?

When the state opened bidding for the licenses they set the minimum bid at half a billion dollars and let it be known that it would be a competitive bidding process. At least one player stated it would not go down that route – it would offer a proposal, and negotiate in good faith, but not go head over heels into a bidding process. There are, of course, many possible reasons for such a position not the least of which could be that it would show weakness if it were to find itself unable to compete in a high-priced auction of sorts or that it might not have quite the resiliency to be an effective world power if it tied up resources in an unproven market due to the “known unknowns” of just how many licenses might be up for grabs in reality.

Perhaps New York state or the existing video lottery terminal and electronic table game providers should clear the air and let the public, as well as the potential contenders, know specifically if the existing lottery casinos are on equal footing with other competitors or if they are to enjoy a potentially unfair advantage. Each new proposal we have examined has addressed community benefits and other aspects expected of them in the request for proposals. There is still an elephant in the room and that elephant, if not stared down and asked to dance could quite possibly, become exhibit #1 in any “sour grapes” lawsuits, which inevitably arise before all is said and done when the stakes are this high.

For now, the question remains, just how hot is this contest going to get? The answer is most likely just hot enough to create inflection point after inflection point and just hot enough to bend reality in the mirror of time enough that when it is all said and done, most people will be glad just to be shut of it and to get on with life in the fast lane of gambling. However, it also could present myriad risks to consumer confidence in any and all processes involved in American casino license tenders.

Were two additional licenses approved by voters with a simple majority of Yay vs Nay votes after all seven currently authorized licenses have been issued under the 2013 referendum – all stakeholders, including the public, deserve the quietude of a clear and transparent process with no wild animals lurking in, stumbling. Around, or crashing through the room

If that is true, then why not now? If not now, when? The tender candidates who may risk many times the “minimum bid” to build the casino(s), as well as the public surely deserve to know.

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Macau gaming industry seems to experience a complete recovery in 2023, according to the latest figures. As Inside Asian Gaming reports, Macau operators generated a total of MOP$15.57 billion (US$1.93 billion) in gross gaming revenues in May to record the fifth consecutive month of growing revenues this year following the re-opening of the region of January 8, 2023.

The source reports that the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) informed that the revenue figure achieved by the Macau gambling industry in May 2023 was 366% higher than the one recorded in May 2022 when the region saw the GGR of only MOP$3.34 billion (US$414 million).

Rising Revenue Trend:

However, the revenue level reached in May was also 5.7% higher than the industry’s performance from April 2023 when Macau operators generated MOP$14.72 (US$1.82 billion) in gross revenues to set the record GGR level since January 2020. The May figure therefore represents a continuation of the month-over-month rising revenue trend and sets the highest revenue figure in 2023 to date.

At the same time, the figure significantly contributes to the Macau’s GGR aggregated over the first five months of 2023 to MOP$64.93 billion (US$8.05 billion) year-to-date, which represents a 173% higher value on a year-on-year basis, according to Inside Asian Gaming.

The industry’s strong performance in May also marks the extension of the best first quarter for the Macau casino industry in the last three years, with April and May revenue levels testifying about the even stronger second quarter 2023.  After being heavily affected by COVID-19 pandemic and the related restrictions, the region re-opened its gaming facilities on January 8, 2023 and the revenue figures almost doubled already in January 2023 to keep on growing to the 366% year-on-year levels seen in May 2023.

Booming Arrivals:

Since January 8, 2023, the growth has been tremendously supported by arrivals from mainland China, Hong Kong, and overseas. It was additionally boosted in May with the May Day festive week when the region reportedly hosted almost 500,000 visitors and recorded the hotel occupancy growth of as much as 85%.

Stock Volatility:

But despite the strong performance, Macau casino stocks have recently experienced certain volatility in the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, according to GGRAsia. During a conference session at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Asia 2023 Special Edition: Singapore, Angela Hanlee, an analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, told the source that Macau gaming revenue numbers have been beating forecasts every month.

She reportedly addressed Macau operator share prices and said that investors were “not rewarding the beat at all.” According to Hanlee, the fundamental factors for the share price growth are not being significantly driven at the moment.