Deal's done, apparently--$10 billion--subject to regulatory approval.

Unlike Matt, I have nothing but praise for Harrah's, having stayed with them in Vegas since 1975. They have always been a people's place--very friendly. Now, however, they become a major player in the whale hunts as well as being # 1, period. I hope it doesn't change them.

http://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2004/Jul-15-Thu-2004/news/24314372.html