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Intense poker game
In the much-anticipated World Poker Tour (WPT) Big One for One Drop tournament, Dan Smith used impressive skill and determination to become the chip leader with just six players remaining. With a massive $1 million buy-in, the stakes couldn’t be higher as remaining players battle it out for...Read more -
Players who like to collect the most
Las Vegas Resident Breaks Guinness World Record for Largest Collection of Casino Chips A Las Vegas man is trying to break the Guinness World Record for most casino chips, Las Vegas NBC affiliate reports. Gregg Fischer, a member of the Casino Collectors Association, said he has a set of 2,222 casi...Read more -
A company fights the gender pay gap by teaching women to play poker
When it comes to the gender pay gap, the deck is stacked against women, who make just over 80 cents for every dollar made by men. But some are taking the hand they’re dealt and turning it into a win regardless of the odds. Poker Power, a woman-founded company, aims to empower women with con...Read more -
How to Host the Best Family Poker Games–playing
About the game, Contact your team to determine the best time and date for home games. You may be more likely to host a game on the weekend, but it depends on your team’s needs. Be prepared to play all night until the end or set a clear time limit. Most games start with a close group of frie...Read more -
How to Host the Best Family Poker Games–eat
Hosting a home poker tournament can be fun, but it requires careful planning and logistics if you want to run it well. From food and drinks to chips and tables, there’s a lot to think about. We’ve created this comprehensive guide to playing poker at home to help you host a great home ...Read more -
A Journalist’s Narrative: Why Everyone Should Play Poker
Most of what I know about reporting I learned from playing poker. The game of poker requires you to be observant, think critically, make quick decisions, and analyze human behavior. These basic skills are crucial not only for successful poker players, but also for journalists. In this article, we...Read more -
Macau gaming industry expected to recover: Total revenue expected to soar 321% in 2023
Recently, some financial companies have predicted that Macau’s gaming industry has a bright future, with total gaming revenue expected to increase by 321% in 2023 compared with the previous year. This surge in expectations reflects the positive impact of China’s optimized and adjusted epide...Read more -
Lucien Cohen conquers the biggest live field in PokerStars history (€676,230)
The PokerStars Estrellas Poker Tour High Roller in Barcelona is now over. The €2,200 event attracted 2,214 entrants across two opening stages and had a prize pool of €4,250,880. Of these, 332 players entered the second day of play and locked in a minimum prize money of at least €3,400. At the end...Read more -
Doyle Brunson–“The Godfather of Poker”
Internationally known “Godfather of Poker” Doyle Brunson died May 14th in Las Vegas at the age of 89. Two-time World Series of Poker Champion Brunson has become a legend in the professional poker world, leaving a legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come. 10, 1933 in L...Read more -
“The Godfather of Poker” Doyle Brunson
The poker world has been devastated by the death of the legendary Doyle Brunson. Brunson, better known by his nickname “Texas Dolly” or “The Godfather of Poker,” died May 14 in Las Vegas at the age of 89. Doyle Brunson didn’t start out as a poker legend, but it was c...Read more -
World Series of Poker
Those in Las Vegas this summer will be able to experience gaming history first-hand as the 30th annual Casino Chips and Collectibles Show will be held June 15-17 at the South Point Hotel and Casino. The world’s largest exhibit of chips and collectibles is held alongside events such as the W...Read more -
China’s PGT champion
On March 26th, Beijing time, Chinese player Tony “Ren” Lin beat 105 players to stand out from the PGT USA Station #2 Hold’em Championship and won his first PokerGO series championship title, winning the fourth highest in his career Reward 23.1W knife! After the game, Tony said e...Read more
