June 1st, 2016

Las Vegas sports gambler’s jet use restricted in insider trading case

Professional sports gambler William "Billy" Walters departs Federal Court after a hearing in New YorkBy Nate Raymond NEW YORK (Reuters) – A wealthy Las Vegas gambler pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to charges that he engaged in an insider trading scheme that generated more than $40 million and included a tip that benefited star golfer Phil Mickelson. Bond was set at $25 million for William "Billy" Walters, 69, who was charged with securities and wire fraud, as prosecutors argued in court to restrict his access to a private jet out of concern he could flee the country. "This is a person who believes he's above the law," Assistant U.S. Attorney Brooke Cucinella said in court.

Source: http://news.yahoo.com/las-vegas-sports-gambler-pleads-not-guilty-insider-162940746–sector.html

Bairstow: England must improve

Jonny Bairstow admits England will need to improve if they are to become the No 1 ranked Test side in world cricket.

Source: http://www.skysports.com/cricket/news/12040/10301616/jonny-bairstow-insists-england-still-have-room-for-improvement

Murray fights back to beat Gasquet

Andy Murray finds his form to get the better of home favourite Richard Gasquet and reach the French Open semi-finals.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/36427970

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