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Macau game-related crime rate up 24% in Q1 2023
The Macau Security Agency has presented statistics showing that popular gaming destinations recorded 158 crimes related to gaming operations in the first quarter of 2023. Game-related crime rates in the region are about 24% higher than in the same period last year, when 127 incidents related to the game sector occurred.
However, reports say the city's crime record has declined since the pre-pandemic period. In fact, according to the statistics presented, the current number of game-related crimes has decreased by about 64% over the past four years compared to 2019.
Increasing crime related to games:
But that figure has increased over the last year. Authorities are reportedly considering reopening gambling facilities post-Covid as a major reason for the increase in crime cases related to gaming activities. Authorities believe the easing of cross-border policy as of January 8, 2023 has led to "a sharp rise in the number of visitors to Macau and a gradual recovery in the [city] gaming industry."
This increase in visitor numbers has also increased the likelihood of criminal activity, with a total of 40 gaming-related fraud cases in the first quarter of 2023, up 17.6% from the first quarter of 2022. In addition, there were five gambling-related cases of usury, down 50% from the same period last year.
During the observed period, offences involving gaming facilities or gambling operations also included 28 people off limits to the resort, 28 game-related thefts and 19 "illegal diversion," the sources said. These cases reportedly increased from the previous year's quarter, ranging from 25% to 210% respectively during the first quarter of 2022.
Currency exchange fraud:
Authorities reportedly worked with six concessionaires to "strengthen the number of inspections conducted by the police" in and around gambling facilities. The Security Secretary's office also reported that authorities had specifically monitored the outbreak of illegal currency exchange involving some mainland Chinese groups that "operate" in the gaming sector.
According to reports, the office found 3,655 people involved in these activities in the first three months of 2023. Although the number was 79 percent higher year-on-year, authorities reportedly said there had been "no significant increase in related crimes."
Crime rates based on market growth:
According to reports, the Secretariat said, "Most people are from mainland China, reflecting more professional tendencies and group activities. [The increase in case numbers] is thought to be strictly related to mitigation of the epidemic situation, facilitation of cross-border policies and recovery of the gaming sector."
Macau recorded a total of 3,006 criminal incidents in the first quarter of 2023, up 17% year-on-year, sources said. The city's opening up after the pandemic has brought several benefits, but the number of people illegally trying to take advantage of the growing industry has increased in the three months starting in January 2023, respectively. Authorities pointed out that game-related fraud may have been expected as Macau continues to grow, and that it may have worked with operators to prevent or sanction it. 슬롯머신
The hidden figure of Tottenham's road to success
Former Tottenham general manager Fabio Paraciti's achievements have been re-evaluated recently.
Britain's "The Athletic" said on the 5th, "There were some successes among the contracts of former general manager Paratic, but there were also mistakes. At the time, Tottenham was a complete mess and was heading for eighth place, the worst result in 14 years, which did not give much support to Paratic's time at Tottenham, he said, but said the moment is coming when Paratic's achievements should be reevaluated.
The reason why Paratici's achievements should be reevaluated is that all the leading players who have recently made an upward move on the team were led by Paratici. Pape Mata Sarr, Destiny Udozi, Christian Romero, Yves Bissouma and Pedro Porro continue to perform incredibly well under Enje Postecoglou. He is properly using his abilities that he could not show under Antonio Conte in aggressive tactics.
"For a little over five months, we've already looked at players like Sar and Udoji," the media said. "It means how important they played in the rebuilding that created the team's unbeaten and second-place performance in the Premier League (PL)," he analyzed.
They are not the only ones. The timing and judgment of bringing in Dejan Kulusevski and Rodrigo Bentancur was the decisive recruitment that led Tottenham to fourth place in the league in the 2021-22 season. In addition, the entire team became very young, bringing in most young players, which made it possible for Postecoglou to play intense soccer. 스포츠토토
Of course, there was not only a successful recruitment. This is because it is true that Hishalisson, who made the most bold investment, is still not satisfied. Jed Spence and Brian Hill are also still out of the team. Most of the players who were brought in as loan recruits did not eventually lead to full recruitment.
What's more surprising is that former general manager Paratic is still involved in Tottenham's transfer market work. The Athletic said, "Former general manager Paratic continues to participate in Tottenham's recruitment process. He is no longer the team's general manager, and even after the disciplinary action has been eased, he is working as a consultant at Tottenham. Former general manager Paratic is known to have visited the club in both recent games at home to Tottenham, and even accompanied him on the road to Brentford.
The 2030 World Cup
The 2030 World Cup, which marks its 100th anniversary, will be jointly held by six countries on three continents.
FIFA said on the 5th, "The FIFA Council unanimously agreed to co-host the 2030 World Cup between Morocco, Spain and Portugal. And three South American countries (Argentina)Uruguay-Paragua) will host one game at a time, he will be announced.
Initially, two national groups competed for the 2030 World Cup. Spain and Portugal on the Iberian Peninsula, and Morocco in neighboring North Africa are competing as a team. In South America, Argentina and Paraguay aimed to attract Uruguay. Uruguay was the host of the inaugural tournament in 1930, and Argentina was the runner-up at the tournament. Paraguay is also the headquarters of the Confederation of South American Football (CONMEBOL).
FIFA has come up with a plan to cover all six countries. Most of the matches, including the opening ceremony, will be held in Morocco, Spain and Portugal. And the opening three games will be played in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay. While hosting a number of major competitions and hosting competitions around Europe, which has a relatively well-established infrastructure, Uruguay and South American countries will also participate in the 100th anniversary to capture the symbolism of the World Cup.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino also emphasized "specialness." "The 100th anniversary of the World Cup after the first World Cup was held in Uruguay in 1930 will be a special step forward. I hope the 2030 World Cup will be an opportunity to unite the world again," he said, expressing the significance of co-hosting the six countries.
It's an unconventional decision. There are two precedents for co-hosting the 2002 Korea-Japan World Cup and the 2026 North and Central U.S. World Cups (Canada, the U.S., and Mexico), but it is the first time in history that the six countries co-host. Moreover, no World Cup has been held on more than two continents.
As it is the first co-hosting of six countries, practical problems will inevitably follow. A total of six teams, including three South American countries, will have to travel about 10,000km to Morocco, Spain and Portugal. No team would welcome being the first opponent of the three South American countries. 스포츠토토
In addition, Portugal, Morocco, and Paraguay among the six host countries have not yet hosted the World Cup. Administrative discord is also a source of instability when co-hosting the first six countries. As FIFA has already increased the number of participating teams to 48 countries to maximize profits and continue to make noise due to various irregularities, the co-hosting of the six countries is also expected to have a significant impact in the future.
'Ronaldo-Neymar Recruitment' Saudi Arabia Begins Hosting WC In Earnest
Saudi Arabia's hosting of the World Cup has begun in earnest.
FIFA announced the venue for the 2030 World Cup on its official website on the 5th, saying, "The FIFA Council unanimously agreed that Morocco, Portugal, and Spain are the only candidates to host the 2030 tournament."
Given that 2030 is the 100th anniversary of the World Cup, the special host country was also unveiled.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said, "We have agreed unanimously to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the World Cup in the most appropriate manner. As a result, celebrations will be held in South America, and one game each will be held in Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay, he said.
It is determined to hold a special event with Uruguay, the first World Cup host country.
Therefore, the 2030 World Cup will be held in six countries.
FIFA has shifted from hosting a single country to co-hosting three countries by increasing the number of World Cup participants to 48. The 2026 North and Central American World Cup will be held in three countries, the United States, Canada and Mexico, and the announcement confirmed that the 2030 World Cup will be held in Morocco, Portugal and Spain. 스포츠중계
Originally, Morocco was supposed to win the title of the first World Cup to be held on two continents if the venue was confirmed. However, as FIFA also gave exceptional benefits to three South American countries, a single World Cup will be held on three continents for the first time in history.
In particular, Saudi Arabia is the most happy country to decide the host country.
FIFA has avoided holding two consecutive tournaments by countries on the same continent since the 1958 World Cup in Sweden. However, as the World Cup was held in Europe, Africa, and South America in 2030, the candidates for the World Cup were reduced to Asia and Oceania.
Saudi Arabia is making efforts to make a leap forward through sports. Recently, Saudi Arabia can host the event alone while co-hosting with huge funds.
Meanwhile, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation issued a statement as soon as the venue for the 2030 World Cup was decided, officially announcing the registration of candidates for the 2034 World Cup. Saudi Arabia's attempt to host the World Cup, which is growing its foothold by recruiting Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar, has begun in earnest.
Lotte Holds Hanbok Promotion in Hangawi Series
Professional baseball Lotte Giants is holding a "Ticket Festa," a discount event for fans who visited Sajik Stadium for this Chuseok holiday.
Lotte will offer ticket discounts and opportunities to participate in events for fans who visit Sajik Stadium in a home game against the Samsung Lions scheduled for October 1.
If you purchase one ticket on this day, you can purchase one additional ticket at the outfield ticket office on the first and third bases at a 50% discount. However, the discount applies only to on-site purchases. 스포츠토토
Lotte Giants will hold a hanbok promotion event at their home games during the Chuseok holiday. Jo Ji-hoon (center), the head of the club's cheering squad, is posing in hanbok with his mascots, Winzi and Noori.
From noon (12:00), two hours before the start of the game, the "Winji, take me" event will be held at Sajik Stadium's central square for about 20 minutes. Fans wearing hanboks can get ticket reservations after exchanging bow with WINZY.
In addition, the preliminary round of "Hanbok Jegichagi" will be held at the central square before the game. Fans who have passed the preliminary round can participate in the final on the cheering squad during the match. The final winner will be given a ticket to watch the game on Skybox as a gift.
Various events will also be held on the day. Along with the Sajik Singing Contest, a "traditional game tour zone" will also be prepared where you can experience yutnori, rice cake making, and making traditional bracelet.
