Top Gambling Games Around The World
Have you ever wondered what people play in casinos all over the world? You may have your favorite game, one which you always play when you visit a casino – whether it is a brick and mortar one or an online one; but have you ever thought of what others prefer? It may not be [...]
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Posted on June 23, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Gambling, Games, International
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No Gambling In The Ukraine: People Furious!
In a surprise move, the government banned all gambling establishments in the Ukraine. The Parliament approved this ban, which covers both gambling AND gaming business throughout the country, and states that the ban shall hold until another law is passed. And what is this law? It is supposed to deal with the allowing of gaming [...]
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Posted on May 19, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Events, Gambling, International, Legal
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Reverend: The Church Has Double Standards
You might be thinking: “What does the Church have to do with gambling?” And I wouldn’t blame you for thinking that. After all, we know that the Church generally has traditional views opposing gambling. Then again, maybe you have not met or heard of Christian Council President Patrick Paul. Reverend Paul, as he is known, [...]
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Posted on May 5, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Gambling, International, News
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Would You Gamble On Good Friday?
This is definitely a controversial question, especially since religious views and gambling never really got along well. As we near one of the most – if not the most – important religious events in Christendom, we hear about gambling and religion clashing once again. In Australia, gambling company Tabcorp is offering people the chance to [...]
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Posted on March 18, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Culture, Gambling, International, News
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Online Gambling In The US: LEGAL
No, I am not being delusional here. I understand that you may be hearing the words “UNLAWFUL INTERNET GAMBLING ACT” screaming in your head right now. That is what happened when I first read the article at USA Online Casinos too. However, according to the Competitive Enterprise Institute (CEI), despite the general opinion that Internet [...]
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Posted on February 26, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Gambling, International, Legal, Online
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Gambling At Funerals And Wakes?
Let’s take a break from all that legal talk about gambling and similar activities. Did you know that in certain parts of the world, gambling is a common activity during wakes and funerals? Take the Philippines, a small country in southeast Asia. In this country, it is common practice to sponsor various table games while [...]
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Posted on February 5, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Culture, Gambling, International, stories
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Thumbs Up For Online Gambling
At least that’s the case in the Isle of Man. For those who have been into online gambling for a while now, you would know that this place is a significant player in the online gambling industry. As such, it would be a relief to know that the Isle of Man is doing great in [...]
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Posted on January 22, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Gambling, International, Online
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Care To Bet On Obama?
Not on whether or not he will be president, silly. He’s due for inauguration tomorrow. The bet is on whether or not he will reinstate online gambling in the United States, thereby nullifying the Unlawful Internet Gambling Act passed into law by his predecessor. This is a serious and real bet, by the way. A [...]
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Posted on January 19, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Gambling, International, Legal, News
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Cheltenham Festival 2009
In just over 2 months now, one of the biggest horse racing events will be held in the UK. Dubbed the Cheltenham Festival, this event will be held over the course of 4 days, and will feature the best steeplechasers and hurdlers from Britain, Ireland, and the rest of Europe. This year, the Cheltenham Festival [...]
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Posted on January 12, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Events, Gambling, International, News
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Ladbrokes’ Ad Banned
“Shark” Banned TV Advert (Full Version) – Ladbrokes Casino – The best home videos are here Whoever said that only the United States government likes regulating ads and the media? I just read a news article on how the United Kingdom government has banned an ad by Ladbrokes because of its portrayal of gambling as [...]
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Posted on January 8, 2009 by plato | Filed Under Culture, Gambling, International, Legal, News
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