The history of gambling is full of many flamboyant and interesting personalities. From society dandies to film actors, many of these characters are as famous for their gambling persona as they are for their professions. In the UK, the TV quiz show host and writer, Victoria Coren has made a very successful career as a [...]
One of the most famous gambling stories of recent times concerns a 32 year old man called Ashley Revell. Mr. Revell decided to sell all of his possessions and bet everything on a roulette wheel in Las Vegas. His possessions totalled £76,840, which was a bet of around $135,300 on just one spin of the [...]
Simon Cowell’s latest reality TV idea is to bring the game of roulette to UK TV. The new TV show is called “Red and Black,” and it involves players being offered the chance to win a prize of £1 million in a game which is themed on roulette. Mr Cowell says that the TV show [...]
A beginner may find the many different types of betting overwhelming. It doesn’t matter what you bet on, there are numerous options that are available for almost any game. Let’s have a closer look at the betting terminology and the types of betting. In sports betting, a single bet is the simplest option – a [...]
King Charles II loved horse racing and gambling so much that he moved his court to Newmarket in the 17th century and it is the current headquarters of the UK’s horse racing industry. Racing is still known as ‘The Sport of Kings’. Racing Styles There are three main types of horse racing: steeple chasing – [...]
Since at least the time of early civilization, betting on luck or skill has been a popular human activity. It is not surprising that many important figures throughout history have dabbled with dice and card; here is a round up of four of the most famous. Napoleon Bonaparte The military genius and French emperor, Napoleon [...]
Playing in an online casino has many advantages over playing in a ‘real’ casino. There are the same sorts of casino games available such as online slots, roulette and blackjack and it is possible to play without having to adhere to a strict dress code. All reputable and legitimate online casino sites operate under a [...]
Some of the greatest movies of all time have included gambling scenes or had betting and casinos as part of the story. The atmosphere, excitement and elegance of the casino are often used as a backdrop to films and occasionally it is the sheer thrill of the betting that makes the scene. Here are some [...]
If you fancy a trip over the pond for the prestigious DoylesRoom English poker open, you can give yourself the chance to win an attractive package including a buy in and assistance with travel and accommodation. Poker’s next big tournament, the English Poker Open, takes place in London, from September 11 to 14 and DoylesRoom [...]
The Gambling Commission was set up in Great Britain under the Gambling Act 2005 to regulate the majority of commercial gambling within its island borders. It is an independent, non-department public body that is funded mostly by the fees paid by those applying for gaming licences. The organisation is based in Birmingham and has over [...]
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