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    Best UK sites for solid mid-stakes poker tourneys?

    Curious which poker sites still offer consistently good mid-stakes tournaments with decent structures here in the UK? I'm not looking for nosebleeds or microgrind marathons—just something reliable around the £10–£50 buy-in range with good blind levels and not turbo’d to death. I’ve looked into...
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    Poker odds calculators in 2025

    Let’s get straight to the point: poker odds calculators have evolved significantly in recent years. Some of these new tools practically function like mini AIs, calculating everything from hand equity to opponent range in real time. But the real question is—do they make the game better? From my...
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    Finding +EV bets on upcoming Premier League matches

    Hey everyone, I've been diving into the numbers for this weekend’s Premier League games, trying to find some +EV bets worth a punt. If you’re like me, you hate betting blindly and prefer squeezing the most value out of the bookies. So, I did a bit of research, and here’s what’s on the table...
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    Finding the best UK online casino in 2025

    I’ve always been a bit of a researcher when it comes to gambling. Maybe it’s the history teacher in me, but I don’t like going into anything blind—especially when real money is involved. So when I decided to find the best online casino in the UK, I went full detective mode. At first, I thought...
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    The rise of non-GamStop casinos

    The tightening grip of the UKGC on online gambling has been a subject of growing concern among UK players. With increasingly restrictive deposit limits, rigorous affordability checks, and diminishing bonus offerings, many gamblers find themselves turning toward Non-GamStop casinos. These...
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    Anyone else tried foxy bingo?

    So I gave Foxy Bingo a shot recently. I usually stick to poker and blackjack, but figured why not see what the hype’s about. Gotta say, it’s more fun than I expected. Here’s my two cents after messing around with the Foxy Bingo app, some slots, and a few bonuses like the free £5 offer and free...
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    Best UK sportsbooks for football accumulators?

    Been tinkering with football accumulators lately—part strategy, part patience, and a fair bit of luck. Thought I’d share what’s worked for me so far: Bet365 – Solid odds and their Soccer Accumulator Bonus can add up fast. Boosts go up to 70% on top leagues. Hit a decent return last month with a...
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    Are we overcomplicating gambling strategies?

    I love studying gambling strategies—reading books, analyzing odds, and finding ways to get an edge. But lately, I feel like a lot of players (myself included) are overcomplicating things. A friend of mine just started betting on football, and I tried explaining expected value (EV), betting...
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    Are strategy-based casino games dying out? The shift from skill to luck

    I’ve always been drawn to strategy-based casino games—the ones where decisions actually matter, and you’re not just relying on pure luck. Games like blackjack, poker, and even certain roulette strategies offer at least some level of control over the outcome. But lately, I’ve noticed a clear...
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    Should we stop calling poker a form of gambling?

    As a history teacher, I find it fascinating how society defines gambling. Chess is considered a game of skill, but poker—arguably just as strategic—is lumped in with games of pure chance like roulette. The UK courts even ruled that poker is gambling, despite countless studies showing that...
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    The latest no deposit casino bonuses in the UK

    If you’re looking for the latest no deposit casino bonuses in the UK, you’ve probably seen offers that seem too good to be true. But are they actually worth claiming? Let’s break down some of the best options available right now and what you need to watch out for. Many UK players love offers...
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    Are non-GamStop casinos the real solution for UK gamblers?

    With the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) tightening restrictions on licensed betting sites—enforcing strict deposit limits, affordability checks, and GamStop self-exclusion requirements—many UK players are turning to casinos not on GamStop as an alternative. But is this really a better option, or...
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    Are online UK poker tournaments as good as live ones?

    Hello all, I came across this list of poker tournaments in London (here’s the link for anyone curious: London Poker Tournaments). It brought back memories of the last live game I played at a club in central London. I was holding a decent pair, completely convinced I had the table under...
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    Non-GamStop blackjack: A strategy lover's haven

    For anyone who enjoys blackjack and is in the UK, non-GamStop platforms like Mystake, Gxmble, and DonBet offer an intriguing option. I’ve been delving into their offerings recently, and the appeal lies in the variety and freedom they provide. Take Mystake, for example—it has some of the most...
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    Is crypto the future of online casinos?

    I recently came across an article titled “Why Online Casinos with Cryptocurrency Are the Future of Gambling”, and it got me thinking about the direction online crypto gaming is headed. The article makes some compelling points about how gambling with cryptocurrency is revolutionizing the...
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    The allure of £1 deposit casinos in the UK

    As someone who thrives on the intellectual side of life—whether delving into historical texts or breaking down strategies in online gambling—I’ve found that £1 deposit casinos in the UK have an unexpectedly fascinating role in making online gambling more accessible, especially for the cautious...
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    How I turned poker from a hobby into a serious side hustle

    I never thought I’d take poker seriously, but life has a funny way of pushing you toward new opportunities. After my divorce, evenings in my Edinburgh flat felt emptier than ever. Teaching history filled my days, but the long, quiet nights were harder to bear. That’s when I rediscovered online...
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    Best casino apps in the UK for December 2024

    As the year winds down and the festive season approaches, I find myself reflecting on how I’ve spent my downtime this year. Between teaching and indulging in my love for history, I’ve often turned to casino apps for a quick escape. Mobile casinos have become my go-to during quiet evenings...
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    How horse racing betting became a historical passion in the UK

    The UK has a long and storied history with horse racing, and I’ve always been fascinated by how this sport became a cultural cornerstone here. It’s not just about the thrill of the race but also the evolution of betting tied to it. As a history teacher, I can’t help but admire how horse racing...
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    Is betting on historical sports matches a thing?

    Here’s a thought I’ve been mulling over: wouldn’t it be fascinating if we could place bets on simulations of historical sports matches? For example, betting on a virtual re-creation of Pele’s Brazil vs. Maradona’s Argentina? It’d combine my two favorite things—history and sports. I know virtual...
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