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Selection of lottery balls.
Industry, Tips & Tricks

Which Lotteries Have the Best Odds?

While the largest lottery jackpots often attract the most entries, they often have the longest odds. Instead, experts say that you should stick with pick-3 or pick-4 games that are only offered to in-state residents. The payouts may be smaller, but your odds of winning are...

June 17, 2024 3 min read
marked cards
Guides, Poker, Tips & Tricks

Top 7 Ways To Avoid Getting Cheated With Marked Cards

Marking cards is one of the oldest tricks in the book and it’s been used to cheat in poker for decades. Hopefully, these tips will help protect you and your bankroll, especially if you regularly play in private games. 1. Don’t Play With Shady Characters As...

June 17, 2024 5 min read
Guides

Literally Everything You Need To Know About Craps Bets

In the game of craps, there are numerous bets you can make, including the Pass Line bet, Don't Pass Line...
June 17, 2024 10 min read
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Guides

How To Shoot Dice: Street Craps Explained

Street Craps is a game played with two dice. It's similar to Casino Craps, except Street Craps is usually played...
June 12, 2024 5 min read
777 slot machine symbols
Guides

A Beginner’s Guide To Slot Machine Symbols

Slot machine symbols are images that are displayed on the rotating reels of a slot machine. They are integral to...
June 11, 2024 6 min read
Skill machines
Guides

What Are Skill-Based Slot Machines? Are You REALLY In Control?

In the past few years, we’ve seen the emergence of a new genre of slot games called skill-based slots. These...
June 10, 2024 7 min read
Player winning chip by betting baccarat with banker hand
Guides, Strategy

The Hidden Potential Of Baccarat Side Bets Explained

Baccarat side bets are bonus bets found in online casinos, separate to the main wager on whether the Player or...
June 6, 2024 5 min read
blackjack table showing side bets
Guides

Understanding Blackjack Side Bets: Are They Worth It?

Blackjack Side Bets: What You Need to Know Blackjack side bets are optional wagers made beyond the main game bet,...
June 5, 2024 8 min read
rock paper scissors
Guides, How-To

How To Win Rock, Paper, Scissors Every Time: The 7 Best Techniques

There has been a surprising amount of research done around how to win at rock, paper, scissors. We've compiled the...
June 4, 2024 3 min read
Man going all in at a poker game
Guides, Poker

Understanding All-In Poker Rules: When & Why You Should Go All-In

In poker, "all-in" refers to the action of a player betting all of their remaining chips. You should go all-in...
May 23, 2024 7 min read
Man throwing craps dice
Guides, Strategy

Craps Dice Control: Can You Control What You Roll?

Craps dice control is an alleged skill where the person rolling the dice – known as The Shooter – can...
May 22, 2024 5 min read
Craps table layout
Guides

The Craps Table Layout Explained: A Complete & Simple Guide

Whether you’ve played craps online or in a casino, it's fair to say that the craps table layout is uniquely...
May 15, 2024 8 min read
Isaiah Thomas
Sports, Top 10s

Size Doesn’t Matter: Meet The 10 Shortest NBA Players

The shortest NBA player of all time is Muggsy Bogues, standing at just 5’3” tall. While the NBA is the...
May 14, 2024 5 min read
Guides

A Step-by-Step Guide On How To Deal Blackjack (With Pictures)

Dealer Rules Blackjack: What You Need to Know The game starts with the casino dealer shuffling the deck(s) of cards,...
May 10, 2024 7 min read
Sports, Top 10s

The Tallest WNBA Players: Meet The Basketball Giants Towering Over NBA Stars

In the competitive world of women's basketball, there are some who rise above the crowd, both literally and figuratively. Margo...
May 7, 2024 5 min read
Come bet area on a craps table
Guides, Strategy

The Craps Come Bet Explained: What Is It & How Does It Work?

The come bet in craps is one of the game's key wagers. Once the point has been established, you're essentially...
May 7, 2024 6 min read
3-card poker
Guides, Poker

Learn How To Play 3 Card Poker

3 Card Poker is a simple poker variation where you only get dealt three cards in total and play against...
May 3, 2024 5 min read
Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton
Sports, Top 10s

The 10 Best Boxers Of All Time – Do You Agree?

Determining a list of all-time greats from any sport brings with it a certain backlash. It causes controversy and divides...
May 2, 2024 4 min read
Field bet on a craps table
Guides, Strategy

Everything You Need To Know About The Craps Field Bet

A Field bet in craps is a one-roll bet on the 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 and 12. The...
May 1, 2024 4 min read
Person holding four leaf clover
Guides

Good Luck Charms & Amulets To Change Your Fortune

Good luck charms and lucky amulets have been a part of cultures worldwide for hundreds of years. People use them...
April 29, 2024 4 min read
Baccarat table
Guides, Strategy

How To Beat Baccarat: The Best Baccarat Strategies Revealed

To win baccarat, you must use a baccarat strategy that can produce results when up against the power of the...
April 29, 2024 8 min read
Dice and stick on craps table
Guides, Strategy

The Best Craps Strategies, Simply Explained By An Expert

In craps, like in any casino game, finding the best betting strategy is about three things: focusing on the wagers...
April 25, 2024 7 min read
Mahjong tiles
Guides, How-To

Learn How To Play Mahjong For Beginners: An Easy-To-Follow Tutorial

Mahjong is a tile-based game where each player aims to be the first to make four sets and one pair...
April 24, 2024 4 min read
Tiger Woods holding a golf club
Sports, Top 10s

From Fairways to Fortune: Who Are The Top 10 Richest Golfers Of All Time?

Today we’re going to run you through the top 10 richest golfers in the world, taking into account tournament prizes...
April 22, 2024 6 min read
Arb betting
Sports, Strategy, Tips & Tricks

Everything You Need To Know About Arbitrage Betting To Guarantee A Profit

Arbitrage betting, or ‘arbing’ for short, is where you place bets on all possible outcomes of a sporting event. If...
April 18, 2024 6 min read
Poker chips, blinds and buttons
Poker, Strategy, Tips & Tricks

What Is A Straddle In Poker & When Shouldn’t You Do It?

A straddle in poker means voluntarily paying an extra blind, or in other words, doubling the bet before anyone has...
April 15, 2024 5 min read
Slot machines
Guides

Decoding Casino Lingo: What Exactly Is A Hand Pay In Slots?

A hand pay in slot machine terminology simply means that something has gone very right or wrong and that you...
April 12, 2024 4 min read
Tommy Hyland
Celebrities & Poker Pros, Industry

What Ever Happened To Tommy Hyland?

Card-counting hero and blackjack legend Tommy Hyland earned a place in the Blackjack Hall of Fame back in 2002 –...
April 10, 2024 4 min read
NFL’s Atlanta Falcons mascot
Sports, Top 10s

Unmasking The NFL: How Much Do NFL Mascots Make?

Every football fan knows players and coaches make mega money, but how much do NFL mascots get paid? The average...
April 8, 2024 5 min read
Neon Vegas casino sign
Guides, Insider Insights

Behind The Neon Lights: How Do Casinos Make Money?

Casinos make money because every game has a house edge created for it. That edge is usually achieved in either...
April 3, 2024 4 min read
blackjack table
Guides, Strategy

Blackjack House Edge: How To Beat The Odds

The blackjack house edge is between 0.5% and 2%. While this house edge is quite low compared to many other...
April 2, 2024 6 min read
Alex Morgan
Sports, Top 10s

Who Are The Top 10 Highest Paid Female Soccer Players?

This list of the highest paid female soccer players is based on what each player was paid last year, taking...
March 18, 2024 5 min read
Washington Wizards G-Man
Sports, Top 10s

Unmasking NBA Mascot Salaries: How Much Do NBA Mascots Get Paid?

The NBA is one of the richest sports leagues in the world, with players, head coaches, and general managers all...
March 14, 2024 5 min read
Macau skyline
Gambling Destinations, Guides, Top 10s

Top 10 Biggest Casinos In The World Ever

When it comes to the biggest casinos ever, we’re talking giants, behemoths and big-guns. Sprawling complexes of entertainment that could...
March 13, 2024 6 min read
image for best craps bet
Guides, Strategy

How To Win At Craps: The Best Craps Bets You Can Place

The Best Craps Bets: What You Need to Know The "Pass Line" Bet is one of the simplest and most...
March 12, 2024 4 min read
A baccarat table at a Las Vegas casino
Guides, How-To

Master The Cards: How To Play Mini Baccarat And Win

Mini Baccarat is a smaller, simpler version of classic baccarat. The basic rules are the same: you bet your money...
March 8, 2024 7 min read
Sports, Top 10s

Top 10 Richest Snooker Players Ever

Snooker has been a staple of British TV for years, and its popularity is now starting to blossom throughout the...
March 6, 2024 4 min read
Allure of the seas cruise ship
Gambling Destinations, Top 10s

A Look At The 7 Biggest & Best Cruise Ship Casinos

Casinos can be found on almost all of the major cruise ships in America or Europe, and for good reason....
March 4, 2024 6 min read
Michael Jordan
Sports, Top 10s

Kings Of The Court: The 10 Richest NBA Players Ever

The NBA is the most followed sports league in the world. Its players, both past and present, are global superstars....
March 1, 2024 6 min read
Poker commentators Mike Sexton and Vince Van Patten
Poker, Top 10s

The 10 Absolute Best Poker Commentators in the Game

Welcome to the who's who of poker commentators. These are the voices that take us through riveting high stakes, heart-breaking...
February 28, 2024 7 min read
Lionel Messi raises the trophy
Sports, Top 10s

Definitive List Of The Top 10 Best Soccer Players Of All Time

In this article, I end the debate once and for all, listing the top 10 best soccer players of all...
February 23, 2024 8 min read
Investing in crypto - often seen as a gamble
Guides, Insider Insights

Gambling vs Investing: Which Are You Doing & What’s The Difference?

The last few years have seen gambling and investing merge as meme stocks, dogecoin, and tesla options have all blurred...
February 19, 2024 5 min read
Slot machines
Industry, Top 10s

The Best Slot Machines With Bonus Games

People like different games for different reasons, but the most popular slots are usually the ones with bonus games. These...
February 16, 2024 6 min read
blackjack hit chart
Guides, How-To, Tips & Tricks

Blackjack Strategy Charts: Play Perfect Blackjack

In blackjack, every decision you need to make has a mathematically correct answer. By using these basic strategy blackjack charts,...
February 14, 2024 4 min read
Blurred Slot machines in a casino.
How-To, Industry, Top 10s

How To Gamble Responsibly (And Stop When You Need To)

How To Gamble Responsibly 1. Remember: It's Paid Entertainment Gambling is a fun form of entertainment, but it's important to...
February 12, 2024 4 min read
baseball
Guides, Sports

Baseball 101: How Many Innings Are In A Baseball Game?

In professional and college baseball games, there are nine innings, while in high school baseball games, there are seven innings....
February 12, 2024 3 min read
Zodiac signs
Tips & Tricks

Your Lucky Numbers Based On Your Zodiac Sign: A Guide To Cosmic Fortune

Planning a trip to Vegas and need some luck on your side? Or perhaps you're looking for some lucky lottery...
February 5, 2024 6 min read
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Sports, Top 10s

Revealing The Player Who Has The Biggest Hands In The NBA

Size matters, especially in the NBA. In this league full of giants, being big is almost a non-negotiable - the...
January 31, 2024 5 min read
Chinese Zodiac signs
Guides

What Is The Lucky Color For 2024 – The Year Of The Dragon?

The lucky color of the year for 2024 based on the Chinese zodiac is emerald green. Discover more about this...
January 29, 2024 9 min read
Gambling Destinations, Top 10s

Unwind in Vegas: 9 Best Spas In Las Vegas For Ultimate Relaxation

Bright lights, blackjack and luxury hotels: Las Vegas — it’s the greatest gambling city in the world. Whether you’re a...
January 26, 2024 5 min read