Historical Events tagged with "casinos"
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Macau Casinos Close Amid COVID-19 Concerns
All casinos in Macau were temporarily closed for 15 days due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The decision was made by the Macau government as a precautionary measure to contain the spread of the virus. This marked a significant disruption to the gaming industry in the region, which is highly reliant on gambling revenue. The casinos, major contributors to the local economy, took measures to protect the health and safety of employees and visitors.
Continue ReadingFatal Fire at MGM Grand in Las Vegas
A devastating fire erupted at the MGM Grand Hotel in Paradise, Nevada, claiming the lives of eighty-five individuals and injuring over six hundred more. The hotel was a popular destination, and the blaze spread rapidly due to flammable materials, trapping many guests. The cause of the fire varied across reports, but it highlighted significant safety issues regarding fire codes and emergency responses in hotels. Emergency personnel responded swiftly, but the scale of casualties and injuries made it the worst disaster in Nevada's history.
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