Monthly Archives: May 2014

Jayne Mansfield At The Roulette Wheel In Vegas

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Shawnee

Jayne Mansfield plays roulette in Vegas, 1958; photo by Frank Worth.

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Will Online Gambling Remain A State Issue?

Posted on May 23, 2014 by Shawnee

The American Gaming Association (AGA) has ended its push to legalize online gambling nationwide. According to spokesman Christopher Moyer, “It is not an issue we are focusing on, but rather letting others take the lead.” But, in the same report, … Continue reading →

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How To Play Texas Hold ‘Em Infographic

Posted on May 20, 2014 by Shawnee

Texas hold ’em (also known as hold ’em or holdem) surged in popularity the 2000s, replacing seven-card stud as the most common game in U.S. casinos. Proof of the game’s popularity came in 2006, when a high-stakes Texas Hold’em poker … Continue reading →

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Online Casino History Infographic

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Shawnee

In the space of 20 years, internet gambling has evolved from a handful of disc-loaded, free-to-play games to a global market worth $35 billion a year. A new infographic from RightCasino.com charts this incredible history. Beginning in 1994, RightCasino.com takes … Continue reading →

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