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Recent posts about Mark News in the online casino world.

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Play ‘n go, stay ‘n pay

By far, my biggest problem in a casino is walking away while ahead. I can double my money over the course of play, but walking away satisfied is another story....

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Plastic or Paper

During conversation with one of the many rotating poker dealers at the Horseshoe in Boosier City, he mentioned that the cards they used for poker were essentially indestructible because they...

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Pinheads and the pit boss

Recently, I went to a casino and played some $5 blackjack. I sat at third base at a full table and played basic strategy to the letter. A couple of...

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Persnickety Play Could Make Your Day

Could you please explain how slot tournaments work? I’m entering a $50 dollar tournament at our casino and I was wondering if you had any strategies on winning? Megan H....

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Pedal ‘N Play

What do you know and think about a slot machine where you actually exercise while gambling? Laureen M. Stop the insanity! I can theorize what's next. Insert five quarters to...

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Our Old Pal Hobson

I was on vacation and hit a $1,500 jackpot at slots. They refused to pay me my winnings because I did not have proper identification on me. Actually, the day...

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Opportunity of a lifetime

You recommend always playing the full coin amount when playing progressive machines. I only wish my wife had heeded your advice when she put one coin in a $250,000 progressive...

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Only one dog has his day

Are there any types of "reel" slot machines that can be mathematically beat? James M. Theoretically yes, any "progressive" with a big enough jackpot can have a mathematical edge in...

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One toss from the poorhouse

The casino I play in offers 100X odds, and I figure that by taking them I am offering myself the best opportunity to win. So what are your thoughts on...

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