Articles by Admin

Chilean Miners Survive Playing Poker

August 30, 2010 at 5:28 PM |

On August 5th, the San Jose gold and copper mine collapsed in Chile, burying 33 miners alive. Thankfully all of them are alive and successfully survived 17 days. Now they only have to survive 4 more months until the drill reaches them, and they can be rescued.

Poker Legislation

Debate on Online Gambling between PPA and California Casinos

August 30, 2010 at 3:13 PM |

One of the most heated debates in poker history seems to evolve as the Poker Players Alliance and top California-based card rooms have been fighting in the past few days more and more aggressively. The source of the argument is the Congressional testimony from Commerce Casino board member Tom Malkasian on HR 2267.

Poker news

This Week In Poker - Kimberly Lansing, Phil Laak

August 30, 2010 at 2:51 PM |

In this recent episode of  "This Week In Poker"  the 2 main guests are Kimberly Lansing and Phil Laak. Kimberly Lansing talks about the WPT, the coming Legends of Poker nomination, her engagement and much more, while Phil Laak first talks about his horrific ATV accident in Oregon, during which he broke 7 bones, and got a serious eye injury as well.

Legendary Vegas Poker Player Was Threatened by Murder

August 29, 2010 at 8:18 PM |

Ron Wall, 59, is very popular in Las Vegas poker rooms: the well-known poker player acts as if he was living in the ‘50s, and cruises between casinos dressed up as a gangster from that time.

Poker Players

What Do Poker Players Do When They Don't Play Anymore?

August 29, 2010 at 5:20 PM |

Have you ever though about what happens to the poker pros that give up playing poker? Well, some of them obviously start living average lives, or go broke and live worse-than-average ones. Others continue playing low-stakes poker under secret nicknames, or just find other activities to do.

Poker Videos

EPT Motivation Video – Get in the Mood for the EPT!

August 28, 2010 at 7:51 PM |

A few days ago, my friend linked this video on Facebook. Whoever feels like they need some motivation for the Vilamuora stop of the EPT, starting today, should definitely watch this!

Online Poker

Durrrr Challenge 2 – It’s On!

August 27, 2010 at 6:48 PM |

To the pleasure of many, durrrr and jungleman12 have started their 50k hand battle, and the first round ended with durrrr leading by almost $130k.

Poker Rooms

Blanca Games Has Bought the Cereus Network

August 27, 2010 at 5:32 PM |

It has officially been announced yesterday, that Blanca Games will be the new owner of the Cereus Network. The buying price remains undisclosed.

Poker Rake Races

Unibet Exclusive Cash Chase (1 - 30 September)

August 27, 2010 at 3:52 PM |

Check out this brand new Unibet cash chase for September.

Poker Rake Races

PokerHeaven & InterPoker Exclusive €4,000 Rake Race – (1-30 September)

August 27, 2010 at 2:48 PM |

In partnership with PokerHeaven and InterPoker, Rakerace.com has joined forces to organize a € 4,000 Rake Race for this September.

Poker Tournaments

Andy Frankenberger Wins WPT Legends of Poker

August 26, 2010 at 6:08 PM |

462 players attended the WPT Legends of Poker Main Event, making the prize pool $2,151,072. The buy-in for the event was $4800+$200, and many famous poker players enrolled in the battle for the first place prize.

Poker Legislation

South African Ban on Online Gambling

August 26, 2010 at 5:02 PM |

The South African High Court has banned  all forms of online gambling, and whoever breaks the law can count on a million-dollar fine or prison. On the 20th August, North Gauteng High Court made all kinds of online gambling illegal in South Africa.

Online Poker

Durrrr vs. Jungleman12 – Ziigmund Bets on Durrrr

August 26, 2010 at 4:34 PM |

This month kicked off with a horrible start for Ilari Sahamies (Ziigmund), who lost $885,460 until 18th August at the online poker tables.

Exclusive race news

Betsson Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race (1-30 September)

August 26, 2010 at 4:13 PM |

In partnership with Betsson, Rakerace.com is organizing a $5,000 cash race this September.

Online Gambling Market Grows Vigorously Despite Recession

August 26, 2010 at 3:25 PM |

The biggest online gambling companies continue to flourish despite the economic recession throughout Europe and the United States. In Europe, financials are being released every quarter year, and many companies have recently made their quarterly profit public.