At least 16 killed after fire breaks out at Cambodian casino. POIPET, Cambodia  A massive fire at a Cambodian hotel casino Thursday injured over 60 people and killed at least 19  a number that officials warned would rise after the search for bodies resumes Friday.
On 18 May 2004, the Sands Macau casino opened near the Macau Ferry Terminal. Today, there are 16 casinos operated by the STDM, and they are still crucial in the casino industry in Macau.