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1 May 2012 05:14:09

Know the limits of China envy

A new book highlights the advantages China has over global rivals. But it’s not a one-sided contest.

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14 April 2012 02:32:46

Shot down by Chairman Sheldon

The most powerful man in global gaming hit me with his best shot in full public view. But he was slamming the wrong guy.

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10 April 2012 04:51:40

Singapore lifts the lid on gambling junkets

Singapore’s casino regulators took a baby step by licensing two small gaming promoters to bring in high rollers.

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19 January 2012 04:44:53

Indonesian Chinese flourish after 1998 riots

Indonesia’s Chinese minority faces new challenges under democracy, but there’s been great progress since the deadly riots of 1998.

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9 January 2012 03:49:36

Singapore beats Las Vegas at its own game

Singapore’s two casinos likely earned more gaming revenue than the 39 casinos of the Las Vegas Strip in 2011.

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31 December 2011 06:50:05

Titanic lands in Singapore

Singapore’s casinos each have a state of the art museum, one currently featuring a first-class exhibit commemorating the Titanic centennial.

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21 December 2011 10:51:34

Galaxy creates new star in Macau

Since opening in May, Galaxy Macau resort changed the game in the world’s largest gambling market.

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12 December 2011 03:55:32

‘Ali’s Diner’ reaches 3Quarks semifinals

Overheard at Ali’s Diner on Arab Street has finished fourth in the voting for the 3QuarksDaily Politics and Social Science Prize.

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