Author Archives: Vivian Wang

Vivian Wang is a senior English major at Yale University and an intern on the Boston Globe metro desk, where she has covered topics ranging from a Donald Trump rally to a retiring elementary school principal. She is also an editor at the Yale Daily News and a former intern at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, and she has freelanced for The Awl. In her free time, she enjoys napping, eating, and running. Follow her on Twitter @vwang3.

Experts: Gambling addiction services for Asians lacking

August 13, 2016 Comments Off on Experts: Gambling addiction services for Asians lacking

Casinos spare no expense trying to attract Asian gamblers, sending shuttle buses to Chinatowns, building gourmet Chinese restaurants and incorporating feng shui into their layouts. But problem gambling experts say casinos fall woefully short when it comes to treating Asians ...

Casinos turn to feng shui to lure Chinese high rollers

August 11, 2016 Comments Off on Casinos turn to feng shui to lure Chinese high rollers

As Asian bettors swell the ranks of the casino VIP, gambling houses are increasingly reflecting the ancient Chinese principles of feng shui in their design, from flourishes of red and gold in color schemes, avoiding exposed lightbulbs to incorporating the ...

Competition for Asian hires increases as new Asian-themed casinos being built

August 10, 2016 Comments Off on Competition for Asian hires increases as new Asian-themed casinos being built

Casino executives on the Las Vegas Strip are bracing for competition with the opening of two new Asian-themed hotels, which they worry will make the fight for Asian-language speaking workers even more challenging.