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Appeals Court will hear case of ALC’s arguably unfair Video Lottery Terminals. In major gambling destinations—Las Vegas, Reno, Atlantic City, all the casinos of Southern Ontario—slot machines are the norm. They are the most commonly played gambling devices in North America. Aisle after aisle, bank after bank, slot machines line the floors of casinos...

If the blackjack dealer advantage is the player busting, then I just won’t bust! Did you ever hear of a strategy like this before? Sounds cray, right? So crazy that it just might work? A lot of casino strategies fall into that so-called-enigmatic category. Ultimately, none of them really work, and for two simple...

Why nickel slot machines are worse than penny slots at live casinos. Throughout the last many decades, it’s been universally accepted that penny slots are the worst game to play at any casino, bar none. Their payouts are pathetic. The loss rate is abysmal. Spin after spin, players wile away the hours, losing smaller...

Is North Bay City Council blinded by bonus casino revenue? Last night, the North Bay City Council convened for a special committee meeting. A crowd of locals came out to attend, eager to hear whether a $31 million casino is in their future. It’s a very old discussion, by most standards; one that’s been...

Avoid problems and play safe casino games online or on land. Most people think to play online casino games for fun means not using real money. While it’s an option, that doesn’t have to be the case. The most responsible players can enjoy casino games for fun and real money at the same time....

In lieu of regulatory updates, Nova Scotia is encouraging all residents to participate in its self-exclusion casino program survey. When it comes to law making, public consultation is generally a limited affair. Politicians, being the (supposedly) highly educated members of society that they are, tend to believe they know what’s best for the people....

Quickspin’s new gladiator themed slots game not for the squeamish. From the oldest bard’s tales, to later depictions on stage, television and film, the gladiators of Olympus have always been hailed in a brave and triumphant light. The creative crew at Quickspin labs decided to tell a more realistic version of the tale. Their...

Casino Dealer Tipping Etiquette: Tipping a Craps Dealer There’s a certain level of etiquette that goes into everything we do in a casino. From taking a seat at the blackjack table, to ordering a cocktail from the slots bank waitress, cordiality and generosity goes a long way in the gambling industry. Today, we’ll be...

Evoplay launches wacky new E.T. Lost Socks Slot. Evoplay Entertainment may not have the largest portfolio of online slots games, but their development crew certainly isn’t lacking in the creativity department. They’ve put out all the usual themes, like oriental charms, sci-fi fantasy, sports and fruit slots. But they’ve also delivered some rather zany...

How to choose the best casino games of skill to suit you. Casino games come in all shapes, sizes and budget brackets. Some games are easy to play, and some are not. Similarly, some are easier to win than others. Choosing the right game that suits your playing preferences is the key to having...