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Schedule details for 2010 Spring Championship of Online Poker
Get the latest updates to the SCOOP schedule here. With 38 events and $45 million of guaranteed cash jackpots, this is an update you don’t want to miss!9 Mar 2010
Improved Offerings Guaranteed in Online Poker Sector
Two of the Poker industry's most beloved brands have decided to join forces – Microgaming Poker Network and Goldbet. Check out what their partnership will offer here.8 Mar 2010
Fast $50 Cash Bonus with Full Tilt Poker
Full Tilt Poker promotes the launch of their exclusive Rush Poker system with a Fast $50 Bonus Offer which is available to all Full Tilt members7 Mar 2010
Unprecedented win for Flavin on paddypowerpoker.com
Poker Player Phil Flavin has taken the $110,000 jackpot in the online poker room of Paddy Power Poker after winning six consecutive sit and go tournaments last weekend4 Mar 2010
Kara Scott to contest in Irish Poker Open 2010
Kara Scott to return to Ireland for the Irish Open 2010, sponsored by Paddy Power Poker, in a bid to better last year's second place finish3 Mar 2010
Full Tilt Poker goes to the Playboy Mansion
Full Tilt Poker and the Karma Foundation pair up to provide glamour and excitement at the annual Kandy Masquerade Ball, held at the Playboy Mansion2 Mar 2010
Sunday Million Tournament produces big winners
PokerStars sees players swarm to its site after offering a record guaranteed $4 million jackpot in Sunday Million Tournament – first prize netted over $1 million1 Mar 2010
Credit card ban looks set to come into effect
Gaming websites look set to ban customers making payments by MasterCard and Visa. Is this the end of players using their credit card to make online deposits?28 Feb 2010
From Paris with Love featuring Titan Poker
online poker room Titanpoker.com is to star alongside John Travolta and Jonathan Rhys Myers in an action packed adventure from director Pierre Morel and producer Luc Benson25 Feb 2010
'Tournaments for the People' creates safe environment for amateurs
Beginners are the real winners as Cool Hand Poker launches 'Tournaments for the People', a series of tournaments boasting low buy-ins to attract even more first time players24 Feb 2010
Players honoured at Nordic Poker Awards
Three out of four awards, including two for Wahlberg, go to Finland as Nordic Poker Awards honours players' achievements prior to European Poker Tour Copenhagen Main Event23 Feb 2010
Welcome Back to High Stakes Poker TV
Enjoy the best of TV Poker this Valentines with High Stakes Poker, set to return February 14th for a cool new season. Get the lowdown now and update your diaries!22 Feb 2010
"Canadian Poker Player" TV Channel Launched
Canada is about to enjoy online Poker in a whole new way, as a new Poker TV channel will soon be launched. All the details are available here21 Feb 2010
European Poker Tour Heads East to Berlin
Find out what's in store for the up and coming 6th Season of the European Poker Tour, such as the new Berlin base. All you need to know here18 Feb 2010
Lacey Jones to Take on the CPT Tables
There's more to look at than just her hand when it comes to Lacey Jones, Poker's hottest player. Read all about her recently confirmed CPT participation here17 Feb 2010
A Closer Look at Greg "Fossilman" Raymer
Want to know why Greg Raymer is nicknamed "Fossilman?" find out this and much more in our latest Poker player profile, available here16 Feb 2010
Consecutive wins for Priyan de Mel
Lucky number 10 for Priyan de Mel as he walks away with first place trophy from the 2010 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour at the G Casino in Bolton15 Feb 2010
'The Cowboy' playing for second WPT Title
Hoyt Corkins is one step closer to getting his hands on his second world title as he sits at final table one million chips in front14 Feb 2010
Seven card high-low beginner's guide
Get the information you need to start playing seven card high-low qualify eight poker and begin to master the game with two chances of winning!11 Feb 2010
Poker Pro, Charity Leader, Celebrity Apprentice, Annie Duke
Read about Annie Duke Like You Never Have Before – this Poker princess takes us on a tour through her career, ventures and aspirations in this detailed player profile10 Feb 2010
Obrestad looks ahead to successful 2010 Aussie Millions
Poker prodigy Annette Obrestad hopes to "put last year in the past" and ensure a different outcome in final stages of 2010 Aussie Millions to that of the 2009 event9 Feb 2010
an introductory guide to poker tournaments
Poker Tournaments explained here, in our easy to follow guide that gives you all the introductory information you need to start playing this popular game8 Feb 2010
Beginners guide to Texas Holdem Poker
Get an easy to follow beginners guide to Texas Holdem poker. Winning card combinations and betting rules explained to get you one step ahead of the game!7 Feb 2010
Nicolas Levi leads at end of day two
French Pro Nicolas Levi is at the top of his game after finishing in the lead at the end of day 2 of the EPT Deaville main event3 Feb 2010
The numbers swell at EPT Deauville
A record number of participants have been recorded at this year's EPT Deauville event, forcing organisers to re-home some of the players at anothe rlocal casino.2 Feb 2010
WPT joins forces with charity Chrysalis to help the homeless
Hollywood stars and poker pros to participate in charity event at Commerce Casino in the 8th Annual WPT Invitational event, making it the most glamorous event of the season.1 Feb 2010
Get the edge when playing on-line
Get great hints on table selection. Use it to your advantage to begin increasing your chances of winning by watching out for the things other players are missing!31 Jan 2010
Deuce to Seven Triple Draw – easy to play!
Looking for a different kind of game to play? Try Deuce to Seven Triple Draw, where the twist is you need the lowest hand to win!28 Jan 2010
Poker Great Phil Ivey Fold their Marital Hand
: It seems that Poker players also feel the pressure of taking on the challenges of the world Poker circuit and matrimonial bliss27 Jan 2010
10 Lucky Poker Players Living Their Dreams
See who made the cut in Everest Poker’s “Live the Dream” competition, and is now being paid over $100K just to play Poker! All details available here.24 Jan 2010
What to Play and how – Tourneys + Ring Games
Poker tournaments and ring games required different playing strategies, and your game will improve significantly if you implement them properly. Learn all you need for them here.21 Jan 2010
Germans for Poker at Poker Channel Europe Online
The Poker Channel Europe for TV has established a German version of its website. Read all about the channel, the site and the new changes here.20 Jan 2010
The ABC’s of Playing Texas Hold ‘Em Poker
Get to know the game of Texas Hold ‘Em just a little bit better, with some basic strategy explained. We’ve got everything from starting hands to bluffing all covered here.19 Jan 2010
Harrison Gimbel Wins PokerSars Caribbean Adventure at 19
See all the details from the final table at the PokerStars Carribbean Adventure tournament, where the youngest player in history, Harrison Gimbel, was crowned winner, here.18 Jan 2010
Play Poker on your Apple iPhone or iPod
A great way for players to play poker and stay in touch with each other with the new release for Apple iPhone and Apple iPod17 Jan 2010
Card combinations and removing cards in a Hold'em hand
Learn when you can remove cards from a game of Hold'em and how you can work out the remaining pair and non-pair card combinations14 Jan 2010
Onwards and Upwards for Poker in 2009
Attendance on the increase in 2009 in both the on-line and off sectors13 Jan 2010
January - June in the world of poker tournaments
Get a sneaky peak at what's going on in the world of poker in 2010 as we look at the tournaments coming up in the first half of the year.12 Jan 2010
A straight forward guide to Sit & Go poker
Looking for a way to win at poker? Try Sit & Go with these simple rules for how to play the game and become a success.11 Jan 2010
Titan Poker offers free seats to ECPokerTour Barcelona
A series of satellite tournaments being held at Titan Poker are offing players the chance to win seats at ECPokerTour Barcelona next march, the prize includes entrance and full costs.10 Jan 2010
Building a good low hand in Omaha Hi/Lo
A common mistake in Omaha Hi/Lo is to neglect the low and only win half the pot, here you can learn how to avoid this and earn double the money.7 Jan 2010
Texas Hold’em comes to Ladbrokes.it
Ladbrokes have announced an expansion of their Italian sportsbetting website, they are adding online poker later this month and bingo and more casino games in the near future6 Jan 2010
What kind of poker payer are you?
In a no-limit Texas Hold’em game there are four kinds of players. Read about the four kind of players and learn their weaknesses in order to start winning more5 Jan 2010
Commerce Casino is hosting biggest event yet
There are 50 events on the tournament schedule and prize pools are expect to reach $20 million, this year’s L.A Poker Classic is going to be packed with great poker3 Jan 2010
Bwin and PartyGaming Rumored to Merge
Two of our favorite operators could be joining forces next year to take the online Poker industry by storm. See what Bwin and PartyGaming have said about their supposed merger30 Dec 2009
Stealing Your Win in More Ways Than One
Take home more than just the pot with a re-steal. It’s a crucial and worthwhile move to know. Find the poker strategy here for re-steals in PLO tourneys29 Dec 2009
Online Gambling Industry and American Government Working Hand-in-Hand
Casinos in California are trying to introduce online gambling in return for profit stakes to be shared with the state. Read all about it here28 Dec 2009
Getting Inside the Minds Behind the Hands
– Making it big in the Poker industry isn’t a rarity. Join the greats on their road to success with the Poker strategy that’ll take you there, right now27 Dec 2009
Warming Through Winter With the Polar Poker Challenge
Rug up this Winter with a hot dose of Poker tournament – yes, this January will see the 1st ever Polar Poker Challenge take place! Find all the details here now24 Dec 2009
Vanessa Rousso’s turns to Poker instruction in the new year
Find out what poker icon Vanessa Rousso has planned for the year ahead and her new strategy boot camp, also read about the success she enjoyed in 200923 Dec 2009
Plan your hand to improve your game
Learn about cause and effect in a poker hand and how planning the hand as a whole rather than move by move can lead to huge gains22 Dec 2009
Learn Razz Poker today
Find everything you need to know in order to enjoy a game of Razz poker, the rules, the game structure and how to form winning hands21 Dec 2009
New Tournament Format for Online Poker Site
Try out Party Poker’s new and improved Poker software, featuring synchronized breaks and game-tracking functions. We’ve got the lowdown on the entire experience and how you can experience it, here20 Dec 2009
Jan Skampa Declared Winner of EPT Prague
Check out the latest on the European Poker Tour Prague, where one player was declared winner of the tourney, cash and Grand final seat! All details here17 Dec 2009
How to Thrash Third Street in 7-Card Stud
Make or break your 7-Card Stud game in the Third Street, where you’ll make your most important decisions. All the poker strategy you need to make it is available here16 Dec 2009
Friday night Fights Back in the Ring
Get your gloves on for an intense Poker tourney! Friday Night Fights are back at Full Tilt Poker, and you can find all the details on this anticipated tournament here15 Dec 2009
Getting to Know the Game of Online Poker
Get to know the game of online Poker and start enjoying one of the most popular experiences worldwide. All the rules and playing instructions are here14 Dec 2009
In the Hot Seat with Joe Cada
Joe Cada is a widely supported online Poker player taking the industry by storm. Get the full low-down on his career, experience and future with this exclusive player profile10 Dec 2009
Staying Ahead in Stud Hi Lo H.O.R.S.E. Games
Feeling weak in the Stud Hi Lo rounds of H.O.R.S.E.? Why not improve your game with some much needed Poker strategy. We’ve got all you need right here9 Dec 2009
Grandpa Wins 2009 WSOP Circuit Tournament
Get the full profile of the WSOP Circuit’s latest winner here. You’ll see why Poker is a game for people of all ages, and why you should never quit playing!8 Dec 2009
Online Poker Still Available to US Players
Online Poker is still tangible for US players – at least temporarily, as the UIGEA has been delayed for 6 months. To catch up on the American Poker industry, see here7 Dec 2009
How to Play the Game of Elevator Poker
Change up your game of Poker with Elevator! It’s a unique variation that’ll take you on a ride, which you can learn here easily with the poker rules we’ve provided6 Dec 2009
Why to Play Fixed Limit Texas Hold’em Poker
There are advantages and disadvantages to any poker variation. Find out all those for Fixed Limit Hold’em, so that you can play it for reasons that are beneficial to you3 Dec 2009
All about the Aussie Millions Poker Tournament
If you enjoy Poker then you will love the Aussie Millions tournament. Taking place this January, it is a must-see for all players. Get all the info on it here2 Dec 2009
Wrap Up of 2009 Latin American Poker Tour
Get the low-down on all the results of this year’s Latin American Poker Tour Main Event. You’ll find here details on all the winners, their hands and payouts1 Dec 2009
Scooping the pot in Omaha Hi-Lo Poker
When playing Omaha Hi-Lo it is essential to try and scoop the pot in order to make a large profit. Here you can learn all you need to about scooping30 Nov 2009
Next year’s LAPC schedule just released
Read about all the exciting events being held at the next LAPC, there are brand new events and more prize money on offer than ever before29 Nov 2009
Omaha Hi-Lo Starting Hands, from strongest to weakest
This article examines different starting hands in Omaha Hi Low Poker from the strongest to the weakest and whether or not they should be played26 Nov 2009
Amateur poker players are beating the pros
Internet poker whiz kid Joe Cada is part of a new breed of poker player. Here some professionals give us their opinion on the future of poker25 Nov 2009
Comprehensive set of rules and poker strategies
A comprehensive guide to playing Razz Poker. Includes tips for managing starting hands, up cards folding and antes. Suitable for new and experienced players alike24 Nov 2009
Countdown to top poker tournament begins
The European Masters of Poker is due to take place this November at the Grand Casino Ljubljana in Slovenia. Full details of the tournament plus instructions for qualification are included23 Nov 2009
Mixed Poker Games – a whole new level of poker
As players learn more poker variants than just Texas Hold’em mixed games are becoming more popular and can being played more commonly. Learn the basics of how a mixed poker game works here22 Nov 2009
Mac users, welcome to the world of online Poker!
Most online Poker rooms only offer support for PC users, however, UltimateBet have just expanded their customer base by developing downloadable software for Mac users22 Nov 2009
Guidelines tips and instructions for poker players
Your FAQ answered. Full list of Texas Hold’em instructions to help out players with tricky and unusual game scenarios. Suitable for players of all levels22 Nov 2009
Irish Poker Festival returns to Killarney
This year’s Irish Poker Festival sees €250,000 Guaranteed Main Event and two side tournaments all located at Europe’s best poker venue, the Irish National Events Centre in Killarney19 Nov 2009
Heads-Up Tournament strategies – learn them today
Are you aiming to go far in Heads-Up tournaments? Learn these basic strategies today and before you know it you’ll be going further and further19 Nov 2009
Joe Cada wins main event at WSOP
Joe Cada went on to defeat Darvin Moon at the Main Event at the World Series of Poker in a victory worth a staggering $8.55 million19 Nov 2009
Instructions and Guidelines for going all-in
Full user-friendly description of rules for all-in poker. Includes detailed instructions for calling, betting, exposing cards plus how to deal with situations involving multiple players18 Nov 2009
Unibet Open Warsaw scheduled for end of year
The Hyatt Regency Warsaw is scheduled to host the hotly anticipated Unibet Open Warsaw tournament. The event will be packed with parties and gaming opportunities for players of all kinds17 Nov 2009
Poker strategies and tactics for players
A complete set of guidelines for Pot-Limit Omaha players of all kinds. Includes strategies to help you make the most out of the game and play at your best16 Nov 2009
Poker Hall of Fame induction ceremony
Mike Sexton celebrated his induction into the Poker Hall of Fame earlier this week. The ceremony featured friends, family and some of the leading lights of the international gaming community15 Nov 2009
Red Dog Poker – Fun to learn and play
Are you looking for something a bit different? Then give Red Dog Poker a try. It is incredibly simple to learn and also loads of fun.12 Nov 2009
Horseshoe Hammond Winner Crowned as WSOP Circuit First
Receive the latest on the highly anticipated WSOP Circuit tournament here. We’ve got the lowdown on the series first winner, Dan Livingston, who won an awesome few hundred thousand10 Nov 2009
Strategy for Super Fun, Turbo-Charged Sit N’ Go’s
Get to know the world of super turbo Sit N’ Go’s with this in-depth poker strategy on what they are and how to play them, right here for your convenience8 Nov 2009
The Ins and Outs of Ace-to-Five Lowball
For an enjoyable change to your traditional poker game, try out Ace-to-Five Lowball, where the lowest five-card hand takes the pot. All the poker rules are available here5 Nov 2009
Poker Professional Tommy Vedes Becomes Milionaire
Catch up on the latest poker pro win here. This time it comes from the World Poker Tour Festo al Lago, where Tommy Vedes took home over a million dollars4 Nov 2009
BC Poker Championship 2009 to return this November
This November will see the arrival of the BC Poker Championship at the River Rock Casino in Richmond. The event is one of the highlights of the poker calendar3 Nov 2009
Strategies and guidelines for effective play
Learn how to deal best with low-blind play and avoid sticky situations. Tips for understanding your position, keeping hold of your chips and getting the most out of the game2 Nov 2009
Texas Hold’em and Omaha 8/b tips and instructions
Learn how to get the most out of your game. Find out more about the kill in a game of Texas Hold’em and Omaha 8/b1 Nov 2009
EPT title in the hands of the Americans
Exciting finale to the European Poker Tour. Gustavson played a brave match and defeated 730 other competitors to claim the coveted title and an amazing £830,000 in prize money.29 Oct 2009
Dates for the 2009 Aruba Poker Classic
Mark your diaries and keep the dates free! The schedule for the 2009 Aruba Poker Classic has been set and you don't want to miss out – all the details here.28 Oct 2009
How to Play Low Limit Hold'em Hands
Improve your Low Limit Hold'em game by learning the different hand categories available and how they should be played. All the strategy you need can be found here.27 Oct 2009
How to Play the Game of Telesina
Telesina is one of the most unique poker variations around, and you can learn it here with all the poker rules, betting structure and steps to playing clearly explained26 Oct 2009
The Future of North America's Online Poker Scene
If you too are waiting for online poker to be regulated in the US, then it is worth you learning about what to expect from the industry when it does22 Oct 2009
European Championship of Online Poker Tournament Details
Get ready for the European Championship of Online Poker with all the tournament dates, venues, times and prices, here. The more you're involved, the higher your chances are of winning!18 Oct 2009
Hide Your Hand, Hinder Your Opponents
Win your way through a poker game by deceiving your opponents! All you need is the hidden hand strategy, featured here, which teaches you how to disguise your hand15 Oct 2009
Poker Rules for Casino Hold'em
Get into poker with the great game of Casino Hold'em. All the most basic rules and paytables are featured here for you to learn quickly and easily11 Oct 2009
Poker Making the Move to TV
Poker may become an entertainment available 24/7 on television with a Canadian company now considering starting a poker channel. All the details on this exciting possibility here7 Oct 2009
All Players Invited to Borgata Poker Open
If you thought buy-ins for major poker tournaments were designed for the rich and famous, think again. Read here how the Borgata Poker Open is making entry possible for everyone1 Oct 2009
How to Pick the Right Poker Table
Poker game selection is not always easy, especially when you're surrounded by sharks. The strategy featured here will help you make the right game selection and improve your winning chances29 Sep 2009
Playing Seven Card Stud 8 or Better
Seven Card Stud 8 or Better is one of the most popular variations of poker, and you too can join in on its fun by learning the rules, available here24 Sep 2009
The Poker Tournament Fit for a Queen!
The English Poker Open is soon to begin, and it's time you learnt about its credentials and how you can take part. We've got the entire low-down right here21 Sep 2009
How to Improve Your Stud High Low Game
If you're a H.O.R.S.E. player and need help improving your Stud 8 game, then we've got all the strategy you need right here, such as playing style and starting hands17 Sep 2009
Irish Winter Festival 2009 Updates
Check out the latest updates made to Irish Winter Festival 2009. The tournament structures have been tweaked for the better, and you too can join in the fun!13 Sep 2009
Soko Poker – the Change You've Been Looking For
If you're looking for an occasional change to your Texas Hold’em game, then why not try out Soko Poker? We've got all the poker rules, very easy to pick up9 Sep 2009
Argentina to Host America's Cup of Poker Finale
Excited for the America's Cup of Poker to begin? We've got all the tournament updates, details and information you need to know to stay on track, right here6 Sep 2009
How to Win at 5 Card Draw
Winning at 5 Card Draw requires that you learn only four basic rules – it's all the strategy you need to come out on top!1 Sep 2009
Michael Phelps Invited to Asian Poker Tour
Many big names are promised at this year's Asian Poker Tour. The latest is Michael Phelps, recently invited to participate in the event. See if he'll hit the tables here25 Aug 2009
All about Playing Red Dog Poker Online
Is your poker game in need of some change? Spice it up with Red Dog Poker rules, explained here in full including all other necessary information – beginner players welcome too!20 Aug 2009
Details for the Asian Pacific Poker Tour
For the very first time, China's island of Macau is set to host the Asian Pacific Poker Tour. Check out what's in store and details on how to enter here.19 Aug 2009
Strategies for Winning at Online Freeroll Poker Tournaments
If you're into Freeroll and need advice as to how to make it to the end, use the Freeroll tournament strategy here, featuring advice on two of its stages.10 Aug 2009
Russian Casinos and Poker Rooms Shut Down
All Russia's casinos and poker rooms have been shut down following the declassification of Poker as a sport. Read about the gambling situation and its effects on the industry, here.9 Aug 2009
Dogbutt Poker – the Wildest 5 Card Draw Yet!
Looking to spice up your 5 Card Draw game? Try out Dogbutt Poker – with 2 kinds of wild cards it's sure to do the trick! Find Dogbutt Poker rules here.4 Aug 2009
New Online Poker Tournament Record Set
If you thought online poker tournaments were big, then checkout the figures from PokerStars latest tourney – it made a new world record! Details of it are all here30 Jul 2009
Free poker festival in the heart of London
London’s Leicester Square is set to host the two day Poker in the Park tournament complete with Poker favourites and guest lectures all free of charge.26 Jul 2009
Test out your poker skills now
Read our advice for playing heads-up tournaments in No Limit Hold’em. Includes ways to tackle your opponent, learn how to set traps and plan your game.26 Jul 2009
User friendly poker rules and instructions
Your chance to enjoy English Stud Poker. Understand all the basic moves, work out strategies and try out some great variations of the classic game for yourself26 Jul 2009
Clamp down on illegal gambling activity on Facebook
AlertPay and Facebook regulators prepare to intervene as there is concern that online poker players may be breaking the US online gambling laws on unregulated play.26 Jul 2009
Strategy and Advice for Serious Razz Poker Players
Get to know the game of Razz Poker with this Razz Poker strategy guide, featuring starting hand tips, live and dead cards, and much more all for the taking19 Jul 2009
Omaha High Low VS. Omaha High
If you're familiar with Omaha High, then learning Omaha High Low will be a breeze. We've got all the poker rules of the game listed here, along with detailed examples.19 Jul 2009
WSOP Information Update – Final Circuit Event Schedule Published
The 2010 World Series of Poker has scheduled in the official Circuit Event, including dates, venues, competitions and more. For a full low-down on what to expect, keep reading.19 Jul 2009
Poker Strategy Made Easy with Hand Replayer Technology
Full Tilt Poker's latest hand replayer technology is the latest thing to hit the online poker scene, making learning strategy significantly easier. Find out all about it here.19 Jul 2009
Poker tournament details available for EPT
Full details of the newly published European Poker Tour and World Championship of Online Poker series. Complete with event dates, tournament locations and prize guarantees.5 Jul 2009
How to get the most out of Omaha
Everything you ever needed to know about re-draws in Omaha. Includes strategies and tips for tackling opponents, sitting on a re-draw and playing nut hands.5 Jul 2009
Deuce to Seven Triple Draw rules and guidelines
Play Deuce to Seven Triple Draw online now. See if you can assemble the lowest scoring hand when you enjoy this unique Poker challenge for yourself.5 Jul 2009
Poker Player’s Alliance to meet with Congress
Representatives of the Poker Player’s Alliance are to set up a National Poker Week in a bid to promote the legalization of online poker and meet with Congress members.5 Jul 2009
Learning Basic Poker Odds with Basic Poker Strategy
Don’t be afraid of odds. Get to know them here with this helpful poker strategy guide, and have a better understanding of your chances in the game.15 Jun 2009
Up Close and Personal With Poker Player Thang Luu
Get to know one of the poker industry’s most successful players. All the answers from Thang Luu’s exclusive Poker News Daily interview are here for you to learn and use!15 Jun 2009
WSOP Player of the Year Poker Tournament Details
The WSOP is full of surprises. This year, the poker tournament will change the way by which its Player of the Year will be crowned. Read all about it here.15 Jun 2009
Guts Poker Rules – Not For the Faint Hearted
Guts Poker is one of the most unique poker variations out there. Learn the poker rules for it here and see why it’s called “Guts” poker!15 Jun 2009
Poker Bad Beat Jackpots in Jeopardy at Californian Casinos
Californian casinos have advertised their poker bad beat jackpots as free, yet some players claim otherwise. The lawsuit between them could terminate such jackpots – learn about their future here.24 May 2009
Poker Tournament Worth US$1 Million to Kick Off WSOPE
The WSOPE will begin with a unique poker tournament worth US$1 million, the Free Million Dollar Game. Qualification is online, so get all the details you need to compete here!24 May 2009
Texas Hold’em Strategy for Beginners – All the Basics
Improve your game immensely with this helpful and experience-based Texas Hold’em Strategy. Featuring exclusive tips and advice, it’s your key to winning at the tables! Learn it all here.24 May 2009
Poker Rules and Game Structure for Caribbean Stud Poker
Caribbean Stud Poker is one of the most popular poker variations. Get in on its fun by learning the poker rules and all other important aspects to the game, here.24 May 2009
Poker Pro Luca Pagano Leads European Poker Tour’s Success
Poker is on the rise in Italy. See why the European Poker Tour has Poker Pro Luca Pagano to thank for its success and poker business knowledge.4 May 2009
Poker Tournaments on The Rise in Latin America
Poker is taking over Latin America with the Latin American Poker Tour enjoying great success and attracting some of the world’s best. See what’s going on in the tourney here.4 May 2009
Poker Strategy for Longhand Limit Texas Hold’em
Learn how to play Longhand Limit Texas Hold’em like a pro with this helpful poker strategy, teaching you how to pick starting hands and pursue them, plus more.4 May 2009
Poker Rules for Mixed Online Poker Games
Can’t decide which poker variation to play? Choose mixed poker games, which combine all your favourites. The poker rules for mixed poker games are all here to learn.4 May 2009
Online Poker News – Poker Club Shuts Down Dramatically
180,000 online poker players are registering at PokerStars this month after their online poker club “Bugsy’s Club” shut down. Get all the details on the close and the transfer here.1 Apr 2009
Poker Tournament News – WSOP Qualifying Satellites and Details
Get the low-down on all the WSOP satellites taking place. From the different poker tournament types to the buy-ins and entry offered, all you need to know is right here.1 Apr 2009
Poker Strategy for Playing Sit and Go Tournaments
Get in the right mind-frame for playing Sit and Go poker tournaments, and learn a poker strategy that’ll teach you to play to the end. All details available here.1 Apr 2009
Poker Rules for Tricky Texas Hold ’Em Situations
When Texas Hold ‘Em gets tricky, there are few ways you can come out of the situation in a better state. Learn the poker rules to these messy situations here1 Apr 2009
Online Poker World to Compete for Canadian Open Satellites
The online poker scene's latest news is the upcoming Canadian Open Poker Championships, expected to take the industry by storm this May. Get all the details here.8 Mar 2009
Poker Tournament News – the Venetian Deep Stack Extravaganza
The most recent poker tournament to have declared its winners and give-aways was the popular Venetian Deep Stack Extravaganza. See what happened at the tables, the prizes and winners, here.8 Mar 2009
Poker Strategy – Differentiating Between Recreational & Professional Players
Recreational and professional players play their game differently. Poker strategy is about preparing for your competition, so learn here about the differences between these two common kinds of players.8 Mar 2009
Poker Rules For How to Play Poker Kill Games
Get in on the fun of kill game poker, where the stakes rise when a player wins twice in a row. Learn the poker rules here in minutes.8 Mar 2009
Poker Events for Charity Now the Cause of Controversy
If you thought playing poker for charity was a win-win situation, think again – some say it's getting out of hand. Check-out the full story here in our poker news area.22 Feb 2009
Poker Tournaments – News About the ANZPT Plus Results
Get the low-down on one of Australia and New Zealand's largest poker tournaments here, featuring information on the tournament, dates, locations, players, buy-ins, winnings and more.22 Feb 2009
Poker Strategy for Fixed Limit Texas Hold 'Em
Playing fixed limit poker is easy when you have the right poker strategy. Avoid falling victim to using no limit poker strategy in fixed limit games – learn the difference here!22 Feb 2009
Poker Rules for Low Poker Hand Rankings
If you enjoy playing the lower end of the poker hand ranking, then these helpful poker rules will assist you in learning how to do so.22 Feb 2009
Rules to Observe When Playing Small Ball Poker
Playing small ball poker gives you several advantages, the chance to gauge your opponent's play, minimizing your losses and winning more when you are ahead.1 Feb 2009
Suitable Poker Strategy for Beginners at the Game
The best place to kick off a discussion of poker strategy for beginners would be to explain the terms loose and aggressive in poker.1 Feb 2009
A poker tournament is born in a bar
This exciting new style of poker tournament could well be entering the big league as prizes increase. Winners may even get a shot at the participation in WSOP.1 Feb 2009
Victory for online poker playing resident of Pennsylvania
The dispute about whether poker is a game of chance or a game of skill is ongoing but at last there is a glimmer of hope.1 Feb 2009
How-to poker book and autobiography from Mike Matusow
He is known for his verbosity at the poker table and Mike Matusow is certainly no slouch when it comes to winning at poker. But who would suspect that this poker bad boy had aspirations to be a writer?11 Jan 2009
A bumper variety of poker tournaments early in 2009
The coming year offers a bounty of poker tournaments as the popularity of poker increases steadily.11 Jan 2009
Cheat or strategy, poker expert gives his opinion
There are those who defend "soft play" as a moral exercise but as a legitimate poker strategy it does not come up so clean.11 Jan 2009
Enhance your poker enjoyment by following tacit rules
There are the standard rules for poker and then there are the unwritten rules of the game. A true professional player knows and exercises both.11 Jan 2009
Online poker cheating scandals may yet bring legislation
PPA chairman Alfonse D'Amato says that the UltimateBet and AbsolutePoker cheating highlights the need for legislation of online poker to protect consumers.4 Jan 2009
Can poker tournaments be defined as a sporting event
Anyone that has ever participated in a poker tournament can vouch for that mental strenght is required, but that physical strength is also required only the few would guess.4 Jan 2009
Where poker and strategy combine - pot limit Omaha
Pot limit Omaha is poker with strategy. It is advisable to play a tight game, focussing on pre-flop and flop play as the take or break betting rounds.4 Jan 2009
Don't play poker until you know the rules
Are you ready to play poker? Click here to find the rules for deuce to seven triple draw poker. The worst hand is the "best" hand.4 Jan 2009
Poker Rules for Roller Coaster – The Wildest Variant
Poker rules can be wild, but nothing tops those of Roller Coaster Poker. Read all about the poker rules and general game outline of this crazy poker variant, here.18 Nov 2008
Texas Hold'em strategy for Aggressive Pocket Card Selection
If you like to play Hold’em aggressively, then this Texas Hold'em strategy is for you. Learn about the best and worst pocket cards available and how to play them, here.18 Nov 2008
Freeroll Tournament Updates Now Available Via New Comunication Technology
Freeroll tourneys can now be found easily thanks to a new communication tool made available by freerollpoker.co.uk. All tourney-lovers should learn about this great new service now, here!18 Nov 2008
Poker Player Beats Swedish Taxing Giant in Landmark Case
Read about the online poker industry’s latest hero, Sargon Rüya, who took on the Swedish Tax Agency and beat them in a landmark court-case to keep his poker winnings, here.18 Nov 2008
Poker Rules for Triple Draw Lowball at Your Fingertips
Only in the last decade that triple draw lowball has emerged. It is a draw poker variant. Triple draw lowball is played with a 52-card deck and five-card hands.2 Nov 2008
Divine Poker Strategy Raises the Odds on Winning
The difference between an average poker player and a really good poker player lies in a well formulated poker strategy. As in all things flexibility is the key.2 Nov 2008
Dream Team to Host by Invitation Poker Tournament
Debut poker tournament will be held at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Poker Lounge in Las Vegas, November 7 - 9 and is hosted by Dream Team Gaming.2 Nov 2008
iPoker Gains Online Poker Players with William Hill Move
Playtech owns iPoker and will share in the new venture between iPoker and William Hill Online as the newly formed company will be known.2 Nov 2008
New Poker Tournaments Law Made by IRS
Yet another gambling law has been made, this time for the turn-over of 25% of winnings made from poker tournaments at casinos and poke-rooms. Get informed on the situation here.10 Sep 2008
Dublin Crowned the New Bluff Poker Capital
Find out why this year, all the world’s greatest professionals will be heading off to Dublin. Recently crowned as Europe’s best poker destination, it’s not hard to guess why.10 Sep 2008
Bid Poker – Poker Rules for a Wild Variant
Bid Poker is an extremely unique and dynamic variation of poker. See why it is an ever-changing game even for the professionals, by reading the poker rules here.10 Sep 2008
Limit 7 Card Stud Poker Strategy & Tips
Here’s your chance to become great at Limit 7 Card Stud – read this simple poker strategy and get all the most crucial tips to becoming a master of the game!10 Sep 2008
5 Card Draw Poker Strategy and Playing Tips
Learn to get that extra bit ahead of your opponents in 5 Card Draw by reading our easy-to-follow poker strategy guide, suitable for all players.12 Aug 2008
Learning to Play Omaha 8 or Better
Learn how to play Omaha 8 or Better by reading our easy-to-use game guide, featuring poker rules, the course of the game, terminology and much more12 Aug 2008
Venue Change for European Poker Tournament
Most prestigious poker tournament in the year's poker calendar will be held in one venue for the convenience of the players12 Aug 2008
Online Poker Room Tries to Mend Fences
All hands on deck as Ultimate Bet, host of online poker tries to repair its damaged reputation by employing new staff12 Aug 2008
30 million watch Poker Million finals
Ladbrokes celebrates 7th year with changes to Poker Million Series, 4 more seats available at Semi Final.20 Jul 2008
Hottest Poker Tournament to be held at Caesars
World famous poker room at Caesars prestigious venue for NBC Poker Tournament. Professional players vie avidly for place at $20,000 buy-in poker tournament.20 Jul 2008
Anaconda poker rules for beginners, learn how
Draw poker the easiest to learn, 8 players, 6 cards each, pass 3 then 2 then 1 to the left, choose best 5 for poker hand20 Jul 2008
Earn more cash with Multi-tabling
Playing at more than one table seems difficult but a well thought out poker strategy can make multi-tabling fun and rewarding.20 Jul 2008
Summer – The New Christmas at VC Poker
If you though that online poker couldn’t get any more exciting, think again – Victor Chandler Poker has taken guaranteed tournaments to brand new heights by announcing a $2.5 million prize-pool plus $500,000 cash. Read all about it here!1 Jul 2008
Learning How to Play Pai Gow
Learn a new variation of poker to spice up your online gambling experience. Pai Gow is the perfect twist to the game you love, and easy to learn with this basic guide featuring everything from the poker rules to an overview of the game itself.1 Jul 2008
How to Beat the Craziest Variation of Poker
Crazy Pineapple players are well aware of the trickiness behind making decisions in the pre-flop and flop stages of the game. This is why every player in-the-know will adopt a clear poker strategy, and we have some expert strategy tips in this free guide.1 Jul 2008
Poker Tournament Winners Born in online Poker Sites
Many rising-stars in online poker are making their entrance into the poker tournament industry at this year’s WSOP. See who’s who in this overview of upcoming poker tournament players and the titles they boast, here.1 Jul 2008
Learning How to Play 5 Card Draw
Start you poker-playing journey with 5 Card Draw! Our guide explains the few rules involved as well as how to play the game online, for a great past-time with friends!1 Jun 2008
Learning to Play Both Ends in Omaha 8 or Better
Want to improve your Omaha 8 or Better game? Our in-depth poker strategy for this variation covers the important aspects, including taking the whole pot and how to play low.1 Jun 2008
PokerStars’ Move to Develop Asian Poker Industry
If you love PokerStars and love traveling, then you’re going to love their newly opened live poker room in Macau. With heaps of tourneys on offer, get all the details here.1 Jun 2008
A Pinch of Pastura for Added Spice!
Pacific Poker is offering an unbeatable mix of pre-WSOP fun; freerolls, prize entries and now Alessandro Pastura. Get all the details on how to take on this Italian pro, here.1 Jun 2008
Spanish WPT Tournament Kicking Off End of May
Interested in getting in on the World Poker Tour? With updates, registration details and dates, you can find out all you need to know right here. Don’t miss out!15 May 2008
Binger & Winston Join forces for Poker Coaching
Michael Binger and Roy Winston are Launching “Oracle Poker Consulting”– an online poker training and learning site for all kinds of poker players. Get all the details here.15 May 2008
An introduction to High Low Pig
If your regular poker comps are getting a bit repetitive, you might want to consider adding a funky new twist to brighten them up. High Low Pig is a competitive little rotation made to the traditional 5 Card Stud, and will completely turn your game around!6 May 2008
Learning to take the whole pot
Ever realized that winning only half the pot in a High Low split just doesn’t cover your gambling costs? The key is playing to win both hands, and there is a definite strategy out there explaining exactly how you should do this. Read about it here.6 May 2008
Omaha Poker - Simple and Traditional
Swiss Poker provides full Omaha Poker rules and a game overview for all those interested in learning this traditional variation.7 Apr 2008
Playing Omaha the Omaha way
Read a simple strategy for Omaha Holdem by Swiss Poker, full with recommended starting hands and advice.7 Apr 2008
6,800 pounds of Christmas cheer!
Find out about David Young’s big pay-off at the Virgin Poker festival, and how he described playing professional poker for the first time.7 Apr 2008
Playtech takes on Asia
Read about Playtech’s latest partnership agreement, designed to lead the first push towards an Asian online gambling market.7 Apr 2008
The Poker News Cup
PokerNews have gone down under and launched their first ever Cup tournament in Melbourne at the Crown Casino. Big prize pools and hundreds of players later, it was a huge success and more is scheduled.19 Mar 2008
The Nuts Poker League
The Nuts Poker League have been dominating pub tourneys across the UK for years, yet only this month did they cover new grounds by taking to the online poker domain. With many unique features not found at regular online poker rooms, their short-lived transition has already proven a success.19 Mar 2008
Over-cards in the flop
If you love Texas Hold 'em, then you'll accredit these tips as the key to your success when you've taken home the pot. Get some simple strategy, and learn how to ensure victory at the tables.19 Mar 2008
Gardena jackpots poker
If you're a Draw Poker fan, you'll love this classic variation of it. Gardena Jackpots is a fun and social poker game that will keep you playing for hours! Get the basics, here.19 Mar 2008
Long Live the Chip
As the youngest ever poker pro to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, David “Chip” Reese was one of the most successful poker players in recent history. Read about his sudden death and the rich life that preceded it.2 Mar 2008
Jesus will make you believe in poker, as he earns his 3rd WSOPC win
The Jesus of poker, Chris Ferguson, has claimed his 3rd WSOPC championship title – a new world record – and he isn't slowing down any time soon. With entry into the 2008 main event, you'll want to keep track of this pro.7 Feb 2008
Practice makes perfect – not! Poker is in your blood
Coverage of the poker world's latest big win, for 19 year old Australian student, Daniel Booth, who won $96,000 in cash.8 Jan 2008
Tips for Playing Razz Poker
Razz should be played aggressively in the right situations, yet patience is a key factor in long term success. For complete strategy overview and tips in Razz, read here.20 Nov 2007
Bet365 to Become Part of the iPoker Network
The world's leading software provider, Playtech, has integrated and migrated the online poker games of Bet365 to its iPoker network. Taking advantage of the massive player database, Bet365 will be releasing culture specific games in several languages, and turning to the European and Asian poker community.20 Nov 2007
The Orleans Poker Open
An article that is all about eh Orleans Poker Open – the games, buy-ins, prize-pools, competition, and that unbeatable tournament atmosphere.20 Nov 2007
Rules for Playing Cincinnati Poker
Cincinnati is a variation of 7 Card Stud that is easy to learn and played at home. Read a full game overview and rules here.15 Nov 2007
Asia Pacific Poker Tour
The Asia Pacific Poker Tour is young, but set to become one of the world’s richest poker tournaments, with big prize pools and exciting competition. See here for full details.10 Nov 2007
UltimateBet Brags Impressive Tournament Numbers and Online Success
The 2007 Aruba poker Classic was one of this year's most talked about and successful poker tournaments. Now the signature event for UltimateBet.com, industry experts explain why its popularity and success are so significant to the online gambling business.10 Nov 2007
WSOP Releases 2008 Tournament Dates:
The World Series of Poker is back and warming itself up for another exciting poker championship. The dates have been released, and with exclusive special events also revealed, this is a must see for all WSOP hopefuls.10 Nov 2007
many people like the ultimate Poker game - Texas Hold'em
While many versions of online Poker exist, there’s probably one that tops them all - Texas Hold’em10 Nov 2007
The Aussie Millions
The Aussie Millions is the Southern Hemisphere’s largest and richest poker tournament, and features guaranteed prize pools of over AU$1 million. It number of participants has grown to more than 6 times what it started with, and it has attracted many international poker pros, such as Joe WSOP winner Joe Hachem. For all tournament info and details, see here.1 Nov 2007
Follow the Queen
A full outlining of Follow the Queen strategy, including how and when to bet, and the possible hand situations, in this constantly changing game.1 Nov 2007
How Does Follow the Queen Differ from other 7 Card Stud Variants
Follow the Queen is a variation of 7 Card Stud, that uses queens and the cards dealt after them as wild cards. Great for the poker enthusiast, all its rules can be learnt here.20 Oct 2007
Recommended Strategy for Chicago Poker
Chicago poker is a form of 7 Card Stud in which hole spades are awarded half the pot. As a result, betting is tricky, so get a detailed strategy here.20 Oct 2007
Take On Phil Ivey in Death Match Poker
Full Tilt Poker has launched a new series of games in which poker pro Phil Ivey will have a permanently reserved seat, and will battle head to head against other online players to turn $5,000 into $1 million without busting. This is must see news for railbirds!17 Oct 2007
Poker to Become a University Activity
Ever said to someone “yeah, but poker helps you learn?” – well, now it’s been proven, and you have the experts at Harvard Law School backing you up. Poker is not just a game but also a tool for education and development, and as such it is now available around universities world-wide as an official club.17 Oct 2007
Learn How to Play Razz Poker
Razz is a 7 Card Stud variant in which players make a 5 card low hand using the 7 they’re dealt. See a full game overview and rules here.1 Oct 2007
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