A Complete History of Bingo
By Alex J. Coyne © 2018 Gifts for Card Players
A Complete History of Bingo
Checking Out Hot New Casino Start-ups Around the Globe
With new casinos popping up around the world on a weekly basis, it's sometimes hard to keep up. So here are three of our picks for new online casinos you won't want to miss.
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The 4 Steps to Hosting a Poker Game Like Gatsby
If you are planning to throw the poker party of your life, and you’d like to do it in style, here are some things to consider. This article only covers the basics, so the sky is the limit to how you are going to organize your Gatsby-esque event. Let’s dive in!
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The story behind Windows Solitaire
Even if you don't consider yourself a regular card player, it's likely that you will have spent some time clicking your way through a game or two of Solitaire that comes bundled with a standard installation of Windows ever since 3.0. But have you ever wondered just why it was Solitaire and who came up with it? Great Bridge Links and Alex J. Coyne took a closer look at the origins of Windows Solitaire.
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Quick Guide to Casino Lotteries
Quick Guide to Casino Lotteries
By Alex J. Coyne @2018 Gift for Card Players
Why are casino lotteries so popular? We know that lotteries bring in millions upon millions in revenue – and some lotteries have millions in jackpots. Are you a regular lottery player? We’ve taken a closer look at the growing popularity of casino lotteries and just why people love it so much.
What is a Casino Lottery?
Under Tech & Key: Exploring Casino Security
Alex takes a look at the inner-workings of casino security behind the scenes in modern times. Security tech that would make Maxwell Smart drool.
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Is you favourite online casino licensed?
The popularity of online casinos has exploded over the past few years as more and more people make the switch from conventional casinos to online alternatives. This is not a coincidence as there are dozens of perks associated with playing online. However, it is important to understand that online casinos come with some risks and you need to learn how to protect yourself when gambling online.
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Poker Comics & Cartoons
From the dog whose wagging tail gives away his hand every time to Family Guy featuring a session of strip poker with super heroes, you'll enjoy these links.
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Crossing the Bridge to Magic: The Gathering
It’s easy to see the attraction between trick-taking and trading card games. We took a look at some champion bridge players who are also experts at Magic: The Gathering.
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The Enduring Appeal of Texas Hold ‘em
The Enduring Appeal of Texas Hold ‘em
When I was a little girl, my father set up a family poker night every Sunday after our roast dinner. We played Cowboy, Spit in the Ocean, Low Ball, Acey-Deucy-One-Eyed-Jack and all sorts of other really fun games. Now, decades later, when I get together with my brothers or friends to play, they always want to play Texas Hold’em. Huh? But why, I cry.
Some card games have made such a significant impact that it seems as if they have been around forever.
The Big Three: Great Gambling Scandals
When you think of scandals, you might think of Hollywood and politics before anything else, but the world of professional gambling and casinos are no stranger to scandal. Alex has collected three of the greatest, weirdest and most notorious gambling scandals ever to shake the casino floor. Photo: Wired Magazine
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Casino Careers: Where to Learn & Apply
How would you like to work in the casino industry? There are plenty of exciting, high-energy careers available, from a croupier to a chef. And there are casinos everywhere, or perhaps you'll live in a casino town like Las Vegas, or perhaps you'll work on a cruise ship sailing through the Caribbean. Alex has gathered some startup information for you!
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Historical Casino Heists: The Real-Life Oceans’ Saga
casinos of the world have seen their fair share of robberies, some high-value, some not; some daring and some just really, really weird. Here’s our round-up of some historical casino heists which should show anyone with terrible ideas just why it really, really shouldn’t be thought of.
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Beyond Pokemon: 7 Trading Card Games You May Not Have Heard Of
Trading cards have been around for about 125 years. That’s a long time; and, as you might expect, some pretty crazy games have come out in that time! Some have been institutions in and of themselves (ever heard of Pokémon?), but others are a little more, shall we say...niche.
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Myths, Lies & Misconceptions About Slot Machines
Slot machines are some of the most popular games on the casino floor – and for online play, too. And people really want to win. This has given rise to some really weird myths about slot machines, how they work and how people can supposedly beat the system. We took a closer look at some myths, lies and misconceptions about slot machines to see if we could get the to jackpot… Er, truth.
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Odds on the Floor
Casino Odds - Gifts for Card Players
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Cards in Art
We all know about the famous series of paintings depicting dogs playing poker, but what about other art containing cards and games? We went digging for some more card-depictions in classic art and elsewhere. Have you spotted any cards in famous art? Let us know what you’ve found in the comments!
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Trick Card Decks & Where to Find Them
Over the years, I’ve developed a deep-rooted fine love for card and coin tricks; those are two things I’m almost never without – when killing time waiting for a taxi to pass, while waiting for an important e-mail to come in or while in conversation on the phone for a radio interview, my hands are usually busy with a coin palm or a card flip.
Here are some of the most popular trick decks and where you can find them; of course, please use them only for card tricks and not for rigging a card game…
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Talking Truth about Tables
No bridge or card room is complete without a proper table. It’s more than a functional piece – it’s a functional centerpiece and sets the tone of the entire room around it. You’ve got to think about beauty, practicality, comfort and space all at the same time. Alex shares some of the coolest tables money can buy.
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10 Casino Facts You Didn’t Know
Even if you’re a seasoned veteran of the casino floor, we’re willing to bet on the fact that you might not have known about any of these cool, weird or otherwise unusual casino facts and statistics.
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Gambling of the Ancients
While the first slot machine saw the casino floor for the first time in 1894, gambling is by no means a new phenomenon. In fact, we’d guess that gambling has been around about as far as mankind. We wend digging for some more information about the gambling of the ancients…
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Politicians’ Favourite Card Games
Politicians really do seem like the most serious of creatures - and in many cases, they have to be that way. However, sometimes they let us catch a glimpse of their not-so-stoic sides...which is always appreciated!
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Is Virtual Currency a Gamble?
Virtual currencies like Litecoin, Zcash, Etherium and Bitcoin have become an increasing appearance on the online gambling scene. We took a closer look at virtual currencies to find out what they are, how they work and what they’re
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Michael’s Game: A Card Game for the Treatment of Psychosis
One of the most exciting new uses for cards is one that many of us might not have ever imagined possible: cards as treatment for psychological difficulties.
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