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Funworld Goes Film

Funworld Goes Film

29 Apr, 2004
"Funworld goes film" literally in May 2004 as it is due to host two film productions at its headquarters in Schorfling, Upper Austria.
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EnTCo's Wild Earth Expedition to Arrive at Pleasure Beach

EnTCo's Wild Earth Expedition to Arrive at Pleasure Beach

29 Apr, 2004
Entertainment Technology Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Environmental Tectonics Corporation, today announced its first international installation of Wild Earth: African Plains at Britain's top free tourist attraction, Pleasure Beach, Blackpool.
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City Law Keeps School from Opening Game Room

City Law Keeps School from Opening Game Room

29 Apr, 2004
In the United States, Ohio, a 22-year-old city law is preventing Garfield Heights High School officials from opening an arcade next to the cafeteria. The school principal and district superintendent wanted to allow air hockey and pinball games during lunch periods as an incentive for students to behave or do better in class.
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AUS$686 Million Bid for Casino Operator Burswood

AUS$686 Million Bid for Casino Operator Burswood

29 Apr, 2004
Australian tycoon Kerry Packer's Publishing and Broadcasting Ltd has launched a AUS$686 million bid for Burswood Ltd, and said a successful takeover of the Western Australia casino operator would boost profits immediately.
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Sega Derby Owners Club May Tournament

Sega Derby Owners Club May Tournament

30 Apr, 2004
Sega Amusements Europe will launch The Sega May Derby, its first national Derby Owners Club tournament on 1 May 2004, which is set to run for the whole month and has a total prize fund of £4,500.
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The Stinger Report

The Stinger Report

3 May, 2004
*The Stinger Report New Generation *Re-Invigorated Namco AM
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Investigation Pending Following Saturday's Tragic Incident

Investigation Pending Following Saturday's Tragic Incident

3 May, 2004
A 55 year-old Connecticut man plunged to his death when he fell from the Superman Ride of Steel rollercoaster at Six Flags, New England on Saturday, with the ride currently closed as the cause of the incident is under investigation.
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Senate Defeats Expanded Gambling Bill

Senate Defeats Expanded Gambling Bill

3 May, 2004
Language that would have allowed slot machines in bowling alleys and other recreational businesses doomed a proposal to expand gaming in Kansas, a spokesman for a lobbying group hoping to bring a casino to Dodge City said Friday.
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Tax-Shy Clubs Rake in $3billion on the Pokies

Tax-Shy Clubs Rake in $3billion on the Pokies

3 May, 2004
Australian news source The Sydney Morning Herald has shed light on a 'bitter gambling tax dispute' between NSW clubs and the State Goverment regarding the proposed new tax rules requiring the clubs to forfeit more of their profits. NSW clubs are uphappy with the new tax rates, despite the fact that their takings from poker machines last year increased by $114 million to a record $3.1 billion in twelve months.
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New Boss at Sega Europe

New Boss at Sega Europe

3 May, 2004
Following the recent departure of David Barron, Sega Enterprises Japan have appointed Paul Williams as the new Chief Operating Officer in charge of Sega Amusements Europe Ltd, the European arm of the video giant.
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