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How to Play Starburst: Guide to Slot Paylines, Symbols & Features

Paul Cullen — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:56:15 +0000

Starburst is a perennial top-ten slot, ranking in first place more often than not. It was released by developers NetEnt in 2012 and continues to shine to this day. In this guide, learn how to play Starburst, the spin-offs, Slingo, top tips, and more.

How to Play Starburst: A Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these quick and simple steps to begin your journey into the world of Starburst:

Alternatively, you can seek out a free play demo. You’ll find the Starburst slots at most online casinos.

Churchill Downs Eyes New Hampshire Expansion with Casino Salem Deal

Stuart Hughes — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:36:01 +0000

Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced on Monday that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Casino Salem, a land-based casino venue in Salem, New Hampshire.

In a move that demonstrates CDI's push to diversify and strengthen its regional footprint, the news follows the release last month of its $642.6 million Q1 revenue report. This represented a 9% year-over-year increase from 2024.

Opened on July 9, Casino Salem is located at The Mall at Rockingham Park in Salem and is ideally situated to tap into the Boston market, just 30 minutes from the Downtown region.

ACLU, Industry Groups Unite Against California Sweepstakes Casino Ban Bill as AB 831 Advances

Chavdar Vasilev — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:23:06 +0000

As a bill aiming to ban sweepstakes casinos in California advances through the legislature, a broad coalition, including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the Social & Promotional Games Association (SPGA), has joined forces in opposition.

Assembly Bill 831 (AB 831), sponsored by Assemblymember Avelino Valencia, passed through its second major hurdle on July 15. It passed through the Senate Public Safety Committee with a 6-0 vote. Last week, the Senate Governmental Organization Committee advanced the proposed legislation with a 15-0 vote.

AB 831 now moves to the Senate Appropriations Committee, which has an upcoming meeting on August 18.

BetMGM, Hard Rock Bet Impose Minimum Wagers in Illinois as New Tax Kicks In

Chavdar Vasilev — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:55:03 +0000

BetMGM and Hard Rock Bet have become the latest operators to impose new bet requirements in Illinois, introducing minimum wager requirements in response to the state’s recent sports betting tax hike.

In a written communication to its customers, BetMGM informed them that, starting today, it requires a $2.50 minimum bet on all wager types. Those include straight bets, parlays, Same Game Parlays, round robins, and bonus bets.

BetMGM is not alone in implementing a minimum wager requirement. Hard Rock Bet has already implemented a $2 minimum requirement for all bets.

Caesars Expands Michigan Presence With New Branded Live Dealer Studio

Chavdar Vasilev — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:27:31 +0000

Caesars Entertainment, in partnership with Evolution, debuted its third branded live-dealer studio in Michigan, following earlier launches in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

The Michigan studio will broadcast games to Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino, and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino.

It includes five blackjack tables (one reserved for VIPs), one roulette table, and one baccarat table. All tables feature custom-branded felts featuring iconic Caesars destinations and each online casino platform.

Lobbying Bet Pays Off for Kalshi as Former Senator Supports Prediction Markets

Adam Roarty — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:20:11 +0000

It appears that Kalshi’s recent lobbying efforts are paying off as former Sen. Blanche Lincoln has written to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) expressing her support for the expansion of prediction markets into sports.

The Lincoln Policy Group, founded by Sen. Lincoln, received $180,000 in payments from Kalshi, and Lincoln registered as a lobbyist for Kalshi last year.

Lincoln’s letter to the CFTC supports the argument Kalshi has frequently made in court cases against state regulators, that prediction markets are governed at the federal level and beyond state control.

How to Play Sic Bo: The Complete Guide for New Players

Paul Cullen — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:27:50 +0000

Sic Bo is a high-octane Chinese dice game based on predicting the outcome of three dice. You can play Sic Bo at the casino or online, with virtual tables or live dealers. Learn the lingo, the secrets, and how to play Sic Bo in our beginner’s guide.

What Is Sic Bo? A New Player’s Guide

Sic Bo is a fast-paced casino game where players bet on the outcome of a roll of three dice. The aim is to predict what numbers will appear: a specific total, a combination of dice, or a pattern of numbers.

You place your chips on the Sic Bo table, choosing areas on the layout that match your prediction. If the dice fall in your favor, you win. It’s that simple.

How to Play Craps: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Paul Cullen — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:18:13 +0000

Learn the basics of how to play craps, from dice rolls to betting strategies, and discover the best bets, gameplay, and how to avoid common mistakes. Enjoy our user-friendly guide on how to play craps for beginners.

What Is Craps: A Brief History

The origins of craps go back centuries. As long as cavemen have been rolling knucklebones, events and outcomes have been determined by the roll of a die. The earliest recorded six-sided die was found in northern Iraq, dating back to 3,000 BC.

Although its roots are ancient, craps directly evolved from an old English dice game called Hazard, popular among aristocrats during the Middle Ages. When French colonists brought Hazard to New Orleans in the 18th century, it gradually evolved into the modern version of craps we see today.

How to Play Roulette: The Ultimate 2025 Guide for New Players

Paul Cullen — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 17:49:22 +0000

Learn how to play roulette in this beginner’s guide covering roulette rules, odds, online play, betting systems, and strategy tips for smarter spins. This guide explains everything, from table layouts to betting systems, with tips for smarter and more enjoyable spins.

How to Play Roulette Online: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Playing games at online casinos is a great way to learn the ropes of roulette without risking too much. Free from peer pressure, impatient croupiers, and disgruntled gamblers at the thin end of their bankroll, you can take the time to learn the bets, the probabilities, the options, and the reality of roulette.

Here’s a step-by-step start:

GambleAware Launches Support Tool, A Self-Help App For Problem Gamblers

Adam Roarty — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:13:58 +0000

GambleAware has launched a new mobile app, GambleAware Support Tool, designed to offer support for users to reduce or stop gambling.

GambleAware’s 2023 Audience Segmentation Report indicated that around 4.5 million UK adults want to reduce or stop gambling, with 93% of individuals preferring informal self-guided methods of support.

In a statement on its website, GambleAware states: “The app, which offers free and anonymous support to those looking to quit or reduce their gambling, is designed to prevent the escalation of gambling harm, and allows users to set their personal goals.”