The History of the Lottery

The Lottery was invented as a means to generate money for a worthy cause. Many ancient documents record that the practice of drawing lots was popular in Europe in the late fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. The first lottery to be tied to the United States occurred in 1612 when King James I of England set […]

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The Basics of Poker

In Poker, one player wins the pot. He/she may bluff by using his or her hole cards to deceive other players. Then, the players reveal their hands, and the player with the best poker hand wins the pot and all bets. Each player is dealt one card face down, and one card face up, and […]

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How to Stop Gambling

Problem gambling is an addictive behavior that is difficult to control. People with this disorder are unable to control their impulses and spend more time gambling to get the same “high.” This cycle of chasing losses can create a vicious cycle wherein the craving increases and the person cannot resist. The consequences of gambling addiction […]

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How to Claim Your Lottery Prize

If you’ve won a lottery prize, you’ll probably want to know when to claim it. While the media frenzy will subside a few months after winning, you might still want to take a little time to consider your options. You might want to work with a financial planner to help you develop a plan and […]

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Poker Hand Rankings

There are several hand rankings in poker. A full house is composed of three cards of the same suit plus two of the same rank. If two players have a flush, the higher card wins. A straight flush is composed of five consecutive cards of the same suit. A straight flush is even more rare […]

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