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Gambling, In a Nutshell

Gambling, In a Nutshell

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Why Is Blackjack Called Blackjack?

Why Is Blackjack Called Blackjack?

Chances are even if you play blackjack, you haven't given much thought to why it's called blackjack. Here's why. When...
Why Craps Players Love Downtown’s Fremont Casino

Why Craps Players Love Downtown’s Fremont Casino

Craps is one of the most exciting games in any Las Vegas casino, and craps devotees have a special place...
11 Common Casino Items, Extremely Close Up

11 Common Casino Items, Extremely Close Up

If you visit casinos, in Las Vegas or elsewhere, you've seen these items before. You just haven't seen them like...
The Story Behind the Buffalo Slot’s Red-Tailed Hawk

The Story Behind the Buffalo Slot’s Red-Tailed Hawk

If you've spent any amount of time in a Las Vegas casino, it's likely you've heard the screech of a...
Chances Are You Don’t Love Craps As Much As This

Chances Are You Don’t Love Craps As Much As This

You might love craps, but do you love craps this much? There are different  kinds of dice valve caps, of...
Silver Strikes: When Slots Machines Spit Out Collectible Coins

Silver Strikes: When Slots Machines Spit Out Collectible Coins

We've strolled past Silver Strike slot machines in Las Vegas casinos for gawd-knows-how-long. Never thought much about them, until recently...
What’s the Most Popular Slot Machine for Whales?

What’s the Most Popular Slot Machine for Whales?

Wait for it. Because, see, high rollers are also called "whales." It's been estimated there are only about 250 whales...
Three Iron-Clad Reasons It’s OK to Make a Sucker Bet in Las Vegas

Three Iron-Clad Reasons It’s OK to Make a Sucker Bet in Las Vegas

Blackjack is one of the most popular table games in Las Vegas, and casinos have an array of side bets...
Ever Have Days Like This in Las Vegas?

Ever Have Days Like This in Las Vegas?

Come on, we've all had them. All we can say on days like these are pace yourself and stay optimistic....
Circus Circus Las Vegas Has a Red Light District

Circus Circus Las Vegas Has a Red Light District

What will those crafty Las Vegas casino wizards think of next? Circus Circus has a special promotion in its Party...
The Slot Machine That Should Be at The Quad, But Isn’t

The Slot Machine That Should Be at The Quad, But Isn’t

Oddly, this slot machine is nowhere to be found at The Quad. Hey, they can't think of everything. The Quad...
Las Vegas Visitor Rips Megabucks a New One, Wins $12.5 Million

Las Vegas Visitor Rips Megabucks a New One, Wins $12.5 Million

Lady Luck has once again straddled the metaphorical lap of a slot machine player, this time at MGM Grand. A...
Today’s Slot Machine That Sounds Like a Porn Star Name

Today’s Slot Machine That Sounds Like a Porn Star Name

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