Online Poker News in Ireland - April 2024

How to Play Texas Holdem Poker

How to Play Texas Holdem Poker

Jonathan February 4, 2020 13:09:08

So you want to know how to play Texas Holdem poker. If you enter any poker room or casino, this will be the one of the most popular variant of poker you'll find being played. And though the game is easy to understand, there is an underlying strategy that takes some patience and skill to master. Let's have a look....

Best Gambling Songs of All Time – From Bob Dylan to Lady Gaga

Best Gambling Songs of All Time – From Bob Dylan to Lady Gaga

Parandzem February 4, 2020 12:09:28

Gambling has been inspiring artists for many years. It inspired authors like Dostoyevski, Hemingway to write. Also, it inspired directors to shoot many famous casino movies. And, of course, it inspired musicians and songwriters to write songs about this exciting experience. In this article, we have collected the best gambling songs of all time. You can find here songs in almost every musical genre country, soul, rock, heavy metal, and pop. Well, check out our list to find songs to listen to when you play at online gambling sites.

Online Casinos Can Advertise on Google

Online Casinos Can Advertise on Google

Jonathan February 3, 2020 15:53:36

Hold onto your hats everyone....Google has just announced that it's prepared to change it's stance on US gambling advertisements in 2020. The plan is to ease up on casino advertising and rid the internet of the sweeping ban on gambling ads.

Bulgarian Gambling Czar Charged with Extortion

Bulgarian Gambling Czar Charged with Extortion

Jonathan February 3, 2020 14:06:40

The Balkan State recently charged a Bulgarian gambling czar known as “The Skull” with organizing a crime group, extortion, and attempted bribery. He was charged in absentia, as it appears he fled the country. But just today, 2nd Feb, he was detained in the United Arab Emirates under a European Arrest warrant.

Credit Card Ban in Gambling: A Silver Bullet Against Pathological Gambling?

Credit Card Ban in Gambling: A Silver Bullet Against Pathological Gambling?

Meruyert February 1, 2020 16:16:44

The UK Gambling Commission announced that starting from 14, April, credit card payment will no longer be an option for almost all forms of gambling. The Safer Online Gambling Group state that the ban will minimize financial harm for problem gamblers. Along with credit card ban in gambling, online betting sites in the UK will have to sign up to GamStop self-exclusion scheme.

The 10 Most Annoying Behaviors at the Poker Table

The 10 Most Annoying Behaviors at the Poker Table

Jonathan January 31, 2020 14:25:00

It's a list that had to be made. The 10 most annoying behaviors at the poker table. As with all things in life, the problems, more often than not, come from having to deal with other people. And so it is with table gambling and poker. "Other people" can either make or break the experience. And yet we still need someone to play against and even win money from. These are just some of the many behaviors and unsociable ticks that can drive a grown man to drink or worse, force him to leave the game. Have a look...and please don't be that guy!

Gambling in Ireland

Gambling in Ireland

Jonathan January 31, 2020 11:17:44

Let's have a look at gambling in Ireland. Over the past couple of decades, the Emerald Isle has become a popular tourist destination. With it's lush green countryside, historic castles, generous people and a rich culture, it's no surprise that more and more people are upping roots and moving to make a life there. Thanks to Brexit, there has been a huge increase in the number of Irish passport applications.

The Best Place to Play Poker

The Best Place to Play Poker

Jonathan January 30, 2020 15:28:59

The best place to play poker is one of the most common questioned asked, especially by players seeking a low odds $1/$2 or $2/$5 no-limit hold'em game. The problem is looking for an answer in all the wrong metrics. Are the comps generous? Is there decent food? What's the decor and lighting like? And finally, just how competent are the dealers and pit bosses? So many questions...and all for things of little consequence.

Why the Online Gambling Market Will Be Huge in 2020

Why the Online Gambling Market Will Be Huge in 2020

Jonathan January 30, 2020 13:03:28

To be sure, the online gambling market will be huge in 2020. Just think back, it doesn't seem that long ago, when in order to have a punt, you'd be needing to get yourself to the betting shop or casino. I mean, like actually drive your lardy ass there. To a physical location. How quaint! But thanks to the reach of the Internet, those days have gone the way of the horse drawn carriages, Blockbuster Video and burning witches.

Is Luck a Factor in Gambling?

Is Luck a Factor in Gambling?

Jonathan January 30, 2020 11:40:07

That is the gamblers question: Is luck a factor in gambling? Since a hairy stone aged man rolled some bones in an empty skull, the question always arises. Is the result due to luck or skill? Yes, of course luck is probably the major ingredient. But, is not entirely the whole picture. For certain games, there is a strategy, which requires some form of skill, that can help tip the balance in your favor.