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$10,000,000 KO Series returns at partypoker

The PKO-only tournament series will be running for two weeks, between February 2 and 16.

WSOP Europe Schedule Released

The schedule of the World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) 2013 has been released. Tournament events take place from 12 through 25 October at the Casino Barriere d’Enghien les Bains in Paris, France.

Madrid Hosts EPT Grand Final

It has been a public knowledge for some time that the EPT Grand Final would not take place in Monte Carlo this year. PokerStars has just announced officially that the new location is Madrid, Spain.

Eurasian Poker Tour to return in December

Partypoker Live teamed up with King's Casino to organize the next stop of the Eurasian Poker Tour in Prague.

All-in for Argentina – Win Messi’s Signed Jersey on CoinPoker!

CoinPoker's All-in for Argentina mini-series features $10 buy-in tournaments, freerolls, and a leaderboard competition – with a chance to win Messi’s signed jersey!

Typical opponents in online poker

In this article, we'll go over some fundamental strategies for reading poker opponents.

All you need to know about heads up poker!

What are the rules of heads-up poker? And what adjustments are necessary? This article will answer these questions and more.

Open Face Chinese Poker: Is It the Future?

PocketFives has interviewed Open Face Chinese Poker application creators Joseph Michael and Martin Tyson. OFC has been becoming immensely popular lately; familiarise yourself with its basic rules below, as it might become the next big hit in poker shortly.

A Recap of PokerStars and A Look at What Happens in 2025

Find out what highs and lows PokerStars experienced in 2024. Once we’ve checked out its progress, we also see what you should expect from this room in 2025.

How to develop a sound preflop strategy?

When it comes to No-limit Hold'em, there are several aspects to consider other than our actual holdings.

$30,000,000 POWERFEST is back at Partypoker

The flagship tournament series is set to return at the 31st of March with a "really exciting schedule" - according to Patrick Leonard.

Tom Dwan Becomes Ambassador for WPN Flagship Skin, ACR

WPN’s flagship skin, ACR, signs on controversial Tom “Durrrr” Dwan as its latest ambassador. Explore this partnership, Dawn’s controversies, and previous wins.

Win Your Way to the Montesino PokerAkademia Open - 36 Seats Guaranteed!

The €100,000 Guaranteed 1st PokerAkademia Open is taking place at the Montesino casino in Vienna, from 21 to 23 February 2014. As partner site of PokerAkademia.com, Rakerace.com offers tickets to the event through eight individual online poker rooms!

Partypoker introduces Diamond Club Elite

The new highest level in the loyalty system offers players 60% rakeback and live tournament packages!

VIP Programs: PokerStars vs. partypoker

Both major poker rooms recently introduced their new loyalty reward programs. A more chance-based reward system, catering more to recreational players; or a classic rakeback model which is more in line with the needs of high volume regulars: which one is better?
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