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March, 2016
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13 March
Report Links Chinese Criminal Underworld and Macau Casinos
A report from the British Journal of Criminology links Chinese triads to gaming junkets in Macau. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 March
Continuation Betting in Multi-Way Pots: Ploughing Down the Field
Nate Meyvis ("Thinking Tournament Poker") discusses why the continuation bet needn't necessarily be abandoned when it is a multi-way pot. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 March
PKR Completes Move To MPN with 3D Poker Client Intact
PKR Poker completes its move to MPN with some new changes and features. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 March
Choosing the Check-Raise: Extracting Full Value on the River
Jonathan Little breaks down a hand from a World Poker Tour event in which he check-raises for value on the river after having turned a marginal two pair. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 March
Chris Moorman Highlights the Big February Winners On 888poker
February was another big month for online poker tournament players on 888poker with all major tournaments crushing their posted guaranteed prize pools. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 March
Support One Drop By Bidding To Announce WSOP Main Event “Shuffle Up and Deal”
Ever wanted to make the "shuffle up and deal" announcement at the WSOP? Now, you can, by winning an open auction. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 March
Home Game Heroes: Upending Conventional Poker Wisdom — Avoid Wild Card Games?
Continuing his series on conventional home game poker wisdom and why *not* to follow it, Ashley Adams considers the advice to avoid games using wild cards. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 March
Global Poker Index: Steve O’Dwyer Head & Shoulders Above Rest, Leads for 9th Week
Steve O'Dwyer enjoys a ninth-straight week at No. 1 in the Global Poker Index overall rankings while David Peters and Stephen Chidwick enter the top 10. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 March
Remko Report Episode #35: Ronnie Bardah
Ronnie Bardah joins Remko in Australia to talk about Boston, muay thai, his poker career, and more.
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10 March
Global Poker League: A Look at the Rome Emperors and Montreal Nationals
Take a closer look at the members of Global Poker League franchises the Rome Emperors and Montreal Nationals. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 March
Confusion Arises As Dutch Court Rules Poker a Game of Chance
The Amsterdam Court of Appeals overturned a ruling that poker is a game of skill and deemed it a game of chance. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 March
APAT Prepares For Largest-Ever World Championships
The 2016 APAT World Championship of Amateur Poker features 22 events between March 19-28 at Aspers Casino, Stratford. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 March
You Might Play Poker as Badly As You Drive — But How Can You Know?
Poker is like driving -- we tend to think we are decent at both, but how often do we receive meaningful feedback on how we play or drive (and use it)? Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 March
BlogNews Weekly: Kanit’s Huge Pair of Balls, $1 Million Freeroll, and Handling Beats
Learn about the PokerStars $1 Million Freeroll, Mustapha Kanit's big pair of balls, and how to handle bad beats in this week's edition of the BlogNews Weekly. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 March
888poker and Aspers Casino Stratford Ink Branding Deal
888poker and the poker room of Aspers Casino in Stratford, sign a 12-month branding deal. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 March
Applied GTO: Using Solvers to Optimize Your Exploitative Game
Poker pro and coach Mike Gano discusses "game theory optimal" or "GTO" poker and how using "solvers" can help players understand how to apply GTO solutions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 March
Jason Wheeler Tops Tough Final Table at WSOP Circuit Bally’s Main Event
Jason Wheeler won his first WSOPC ring in the Bally's Main Event, taking down $323,236 against a tough final table. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 March
PokerNews Podcast Episode #364: Off the Rails
It’s a slow week in poker, so Rich and DP derail the show a few times to discuss poker players’ obsessions with politics, Jamie Gold’s new expert title, and, of course, Elon Day! There is discussion of the WPT L.A. Poker Classic, California Swing, and a boyfriend/girlfriend heads-up match in Europe.
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8 March
Tonybet Poker Introduces Revolutionary New Rakeback Scheme
Tonybet Poker has introduced a new rakeback system that rewards players with up to 80% rakeback. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 March
Sunday Briefing: CantWinAFlip Wins the Sunday Million
Scotland's "CantWinAFlip" won more than a flip this weekend, he won the PokerStars Sunday Million for $174,951.74. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 March
PokerStars Announces a $1 Million Freeroll
PokerStars announces a $1 million freeroll tournament to be held on March 19, 2016. Learn how to qualify with PokerNews. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 March
Reading Poker Tells Video: Double-Checking Hole Cards Before Postflop Bets
Poker author Zachary Elwood ("Reading Poker Tells") looks at the significance of players double-checking their hole cards before making postflop bets. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 March
888poker Revamps Its Loyalty Scheme With the 888poker Club
888poker is unveiling a new reward system that moves away from a rakeback model to focus on recreational players. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 March
The Online Railbird Report: Ben “Sauce123” Sulsky Big Winner After Banking $255K
Ben "Sauce123" Sulsky was far and away online poker's biggest winner of the week with $255,433 in profit. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 March
Do I Call or Fold? How Bayes’ Theorem Can Help Navigate Poker’s Uncertainty, Part 1
In the first of a two-part series, Robert Woolley explains Bayes' Theorem and introduces its application to problem-solving in poker. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 March
Alibaba Aims To Make Poker Boom In China, Invests in Match Poker
The initial target is to have as many as two million Match Poker players from China within the next five years. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 March
2016 GUKPT Manchester Day 2: Mulla Leads Final 16
Reyaaz Mulla leads the final 16 players in the 2016 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour Manchester Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 March
2016 Unibet Open London Main Event Day 2: Final Table Set; Julien Rouxel Leads
The 2016 Unibet Open London Main Event final table is set with Julien Rouxel in the lead. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 March
Dietrich Fast Denies Mike Shariati Second WPT Title To Win LA Poker Classic Main Event
Dietrich Fast won the 2016 World Poker Tour L.A. Poker Classic Main Event for just over $1 million, adding a WPT title to his WSOP bracelet. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 March
Four Steps to Success in Unfamiliar Poker Variants
Find yourself in crazy home games with unusual poker variants? Follow these four steps to help train your brain to be able to compete in any strange game. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 March
Partypoker Powerfest Moves to the Heavyweight Class on March 6
The $5 million guaranteed partypoker Powerfest moves to its Heavyweight class on March 6 where buy-ins range from $109 to $215. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 March
Amaya Awaits Buyout Offer, Playtech Rumoured To Be Among Investors
Amaya restricts CEO's access to confidential information as the company waits for a takeover bid. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 March
2016 GUKPT Manchester Day 1b: Gray Runs Away With the Lead
Jonny Gray finishes Day 1b of the 2016 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour Manchester Main Event as the chip leader. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 March
2016 Unibet Open London Main Event Day 1b: Giulio Mascolo Finishes On Top
Giulio Mascolo finished on top of the Day 1b pack in the 2016 Unibet Open London Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 March
Ego and Poker: Identify and Defeat a Costly Inner Demon
Everyone has an ego, though some of us are better at controlling it than others. Learn how to avoid letting your ego negatively affect your poker game. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 March
Live Poker in March: The Best Low Buy-In Events in Europe
Want to play some live poker? Check out the best live poker tournament in March in Europe. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 March
Itai Frieberger New Chief Executive Officer of 888 Holdings
Itai Frieberger is the new Chief Executive Officer of the 888 Holdings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 March
2016 GUKPT Manchester: Yanev Tops Day 1a Chip Counts
Yani Yanev ended Day 1a of the 2016 GUKPT Manchester Main Event with a massive stack of 217,100 chips. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 March
Global Poker Index: O’Dwyer Maintains Lead; Drinan, Seidel, Winter Join Overall Top 10
Steve O'Dwyer tops the Global Poker Index rankings for an 8th straight week as Connor Drinan, Erik Seidel, and Sean Winter join the overall top 10. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 March
The Perfect Poker Bot Is Almost Here
Are we getting closer to the perfect poker bot? Researchers plan to create one in 2-3 years. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 March
2016 Unibet Open London Main Event Day 1a:Jan Riha Leads the Pack
Jan Riha leads after Day 1a of the 2016 Unibet Open London Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 March
5 Strategy Tips for 6-Max Players
6-max has become a favored form of no-limit hold'em cash games, especially online. Get in on the game and start winning with these five tips. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 March
Remko Report #34: Jono Karamalikis
Australian Jonno Karamalikis, known by online players as “Monster Dong,” joins Remko down under to talk about his career, his new business venture, and much more.
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3 March
UK & Ireland Online Poker Rankings: Conor Beresford’s Heat Continues
Conor Beresford climbs to 19th in the worldwide online poker rankings following a trio of victories during the past seven days. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 March
Phil Hellmuth Says “Donald Trump Is the Ultimate Loose-Aggressive Player”
According to Phil Hellmuth, Donald Trump "is the ultimate loose-aggressive player," do you agree? Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 March
Joe Stapleton Talks About His New Gig with Poker Night in America
Joe "Stapes" Stapleton talks to PokerNews about his new position with Poker Night in America. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 March
How to Manage Your Poker Bankroll: Tips and Recommendations
Bankroll management is crucial for full-time players. Poker professional Andrew Moreno provides a list of guidelines for how to be smart with your bankroll. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 March
Playtech Looks Set to Embark On a Spending Spree
Playtech, the owner of the iPoker Network, is reportedly going on a shopping spree. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 March
PokerNews Podcast Episode #363: DP Voted Media Person of the Year
Our very own Editor-in-Chief Donnie Peters was voted the Media Person of the Year at the 2016 American Poker Awards. Rich and DP discuss the evening, break down the GPL draft, and touch upon PokerStars’ pending return to the United States this month.
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2 March
BlogNews Weekly: Phil Ivey’s $1 Million Cooler and How To Join Team PokerStars Online
Learn about how to join Team PokerStars Pro Online, Phil Ivey's $1.1 million cooler, and how to survive when card dead in this week's edition of the BlogNews Weekly. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 March
PokerStars.fr Exits Austria To Avoid Double Taxation
PokerStars.fr, the French-regulated client of PokerStars, announced last week to its Austrian player base that it will no longer be servicing players residing in the country starting at 10:00 ET on March 1, 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Goog...
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2 March
March is a Busy Month for Live Poker in the UK and Ireland
Looking for a live poker tournament in the UK or Ireland during March 2016? PokerNews has you covered. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 March
Kevin MacPhee Talks Surprise GPL Draft Selection, PokerStars Back in the US, and More
In a long interview with PokerNews, Kevin MacPhee shares his views on the Global Poker League and confesses "I am not too excited about PokerStars back in the U.S." Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 March
Deep Stacks and a Static Flop: A Crazy Cash Game Hand
Aggressive players with deep stacks add up to a wildly entertaining Super High Roller cash game hand at the ARIA involving Andrew Robl and Matt Kirk. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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1 March
Eureka Poker Tour Returns To King’s Casino This Week with €1.5 Million Guaranteed
The Eureka Poker Tour is kicking off its sixth season at the King's Casino in Rozvadov, Czech Republic with 22 action-packed events from Mar. 2-8, 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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1 March
Chris Moneymaker Introduces DUEL by PokerStars
"My goal when I play poker is to try and make everyone have an enjoyable experience and want to play again." Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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1 March
Global Poker League Draft Analysis: Surprises, Snubs, Winners, and Losers
Donnie Peters analyses the first-ever Global Poker League Draft. Find out the surprises, who was snubbed, and more. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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1 March
The Pain of a Poker Tournament Exit
Do you react badly after getting knocked out of a tourney? Gareth Chantler considers reasons why many of us do, and offers a solution for handling the pain. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
February, 2016
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29 February
Hand Analysis with Calvin Anderson
Calvin Anderson is widely considered one of the best poker players around. In this video, we get inside the mind of Calvin during an interesting hand of the PCA. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 February
Martin “Franke” von Zweigbergk Speaks About the UK’s First Cash-Game Festival
Martin "Franke" von Zweigbergk speaks to PokerNews about the upcoming 120-hour Cash Game Festival at Aspers Casino in London. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 February
Staying in the Moment When Short-Stacked with Justin Oliver
Justin Oliver discusses keeping your focus and understanding the need to "play your stack" when short-stacked in a tournament. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 February
The Online Railbird Report: “Educa-p0ker” Returns After Being M.I.A. in February
After missing nearly all of February, Andres "Educa-p0ker" Artinano returned to the virtual felt this week. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 February
American Poker Awards Shine; PokerNews’ Donnie Peters Wins Media Person of the Year
The American Poker Awards took center stage in Beverly Hills on Thursday night, with PokerNews Editor-in-Chief Donnie Peters winning the award for Media Person of the Year. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 February
Home Game Heroes: Upending Conventional Poker Wisdom — Never Play With Scared Money?
Continuing his series on conventional home game poker wisdom and why *not* to follow it, Ashley Adams looks at the advice "Never play with scared money." Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 February
Learn About the Documentary “Phwap’s Back - A Poker Comeback Story”
Phwap's Back - A Poker Comeback Story tells the story about the remarkable recovery of Ship it Holla Ballas crew member Kevin "Phwap" Boudreau. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 February
888poker Unveiled as Official Sponsor of the 2016 WSOP
The World Series of Poker has unveiled 888poker as the official sponsor of the 2016 WSOP, continuing the partnerships created in 2015. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 February
Global Poker Index: Top 10 Debut for EPT Dublin Winner Dzmitry Urbanovich
Steve O'Dwyer tops the Global Poker Index overall rankings for a seventh-straight week while EPT Dublin champ Dzmitry Urbanovich moves into the top 10. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 February
Reading Poker Tells Video: Long Looks At Hole Cards
Poker author Zachary Elwood ("Reading Poker Tells") discusses the possible significance of players taking more time than usual looking at their hole cards. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 February
Remko Report Episode #33: Fedor Holz
Fresh off of a few insane months on the felt, Fedor Holz joins Remko to talk about his meteoric rise and more.
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26 February
How Your Poker Skills Can Help You Win at Daily Fantasy Football
We explain how you can use your poker skills to win at daily fantasy football on DraftKings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 February
Global Poker League Holds First Draft; Mustapha Kanit Picked First Overall
The first ever Global Poker League draft has concluded. Check out the rosters here. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 February
PokerStars to Return to U.S. on March 21
PokerStars' long-awaited return to the U.S. market will take place March 21 in New Jersey. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 February
Playing Suited Connectors from Position with Jonathan Little
In a video analysis, Jonathan Little examines an interesting hand from a $1K six-max tournament illustrating several ideas related to postflop strategy. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 February
UK & Ireland Online Poker Rankings: Conor Beresford Enters Worldwide Top 50
Conor Beresford climbs to seventh-place in the UK online poker rankings and a career-high of 47th in the world standings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 February
BlogNews Weekly: Dealer Mucks Pocket Aces in the WSOP, Records, and Live Poker Tips
Learn about the biggest poker tournaments, dealer mucking pocket aces in the WSOP Main Event, and how to beat bounty tournaments in this week's edition of the BlogNews Weekly. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 February
Nevada, New Jersey Welcome Former Ultimate Bet Brass
Former Ultimate Bet executives are getting involved in online poker once again, in both Nevada and New Jersey. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 February
PokerNews Podcast Episode #362: 2016 WSOP Schedule Announcement
The 2016 WSOP schedule is out, and Donnie and Remko are here to break it down.
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24 February
Poker Bot Defendants Found Not Guilty of Fraud by Swedish Court of Appeals
The Swedish Court of Appeals acquitted five poker players of fraud despite overwhelming evidence of them using poker bots. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 February
888Live Heads Back to Aspers Casino on March 3
The first 888Live Local event of 2016 kicks off in Aspers Westfield Stratford City, London on March 3. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 February
Ladbrokes Posts First-Ever Full-Year Loss
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24 February
Action Packed Week at the 2016 GUKPT Manchester Festival
The 2016 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour Manchester festival runs from February 28-March 6 at the Grosvenor Casino Bury New Road. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 February
Kara Scott Announced as 888poker’s Newest Ambassador
Kara Scott has been announced as the newest ambassador for 888poker. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 February
WSOP Schedule Released; Eight New Bracelet Events Among 69 Total
The 2016 World Series of Poker schedule has been released with 69 gold bracelet events and some exciting new changes. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 February
A Simple Bluff: Analyzing an Early-Level Tournament Hand
Often postflop strategy in hold'em involves putting opponents on ranges, but sometimes you can narrow it down to a particular hand, as Nate Meyvis explains. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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23 February
Rush Street Productions Set to Launch ‘The Final Table’
Rush Street Productions announces a new poker show called 'The Final Table.' Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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23 February
India’s Stars Poker Room Raided by Police During Its Inaugural Poker Series
The Stars Poker Room located in Indiranagar, India was raided by local police earlier this month during the start of its inaugural poker series. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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23 February
O’Dwyer and Urbanovich Amongst Those Headed To Tbilisi for WSOP Circuit Georgia
Dzmitry Urbanovich and Steve O'Dwyer amongst those heading to Tbilisi for WSOP International Circuit Georgia. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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23 February
Sky Poker Gears up for its £1.275MM UK Poker Championships
The 2016 Sky Poker UK Poker Championships take place at Dusk Till Dawn between February 24-29. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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23 February
The Importance of Playing from Position with Calvin “cal42688” Anderson
Calvin Anderson analyzes a hand he played during the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure Main Event that illustrates the importance of playing from position. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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22 February
Sunday Briefing: Ireland’s stardust167 Wins the Sunday Million
Ireland's stardust167 turns a $7.10 satellite win into $179,120.79 by winning the PokerStars Sunday Million. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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22 February
Nathan Farnaby Wins the Grand Prix Poker Tour St. James Park Leg
Nathan Farnaby won the 2016 partypoker Grand Prix Poker Tour St. James Park leg and turned $109 into $35,000. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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22 February
The Online Railbird Report: “RaulGonzales” Wins $166K, Isaacson Plays PLO, and More
"RaulGonzales" was this week's biggest winner with $166,022 in profit, while Daniel "d2themfi" Isaacson was busy playing PLO. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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22 February
The #1 Mistake in Small Stakes Cash Games: Fancy Play Syndrome
Your check-raises and bluffs aren't working? Poker author Nathan Williams explains the reasons why "fancy play syndrome" hurts win rates at lower stakes. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 February
European Poker Tour Grand Final Schedule Promises to Be “Biggest and Best Yet”
The European Poker Tour has released the schedule for the Season 12 Grand Final in Monaco. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 February
Six-Plus Hold’em Hits Bet365 And the iPoker Network on Feb. 22
On Feb. 22, 2016, six-plus hold'em will be available to play online at sites on the iPoker Network. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 February
Hong Kong Stars Manager Celina Lin Talks GPL, Jackie Chan, and Next Poker Boom
Hong Kong Stars franchise manager Celina Lin talks about the Global Poker League and unveils her dream pick: Jackie Chan. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 February
How to Develop a Winning Sit-and-Go Tournament Strategy
An introduction to sit-and-go formats including tips for developing a winning SNG strategy. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 February
EPT Dublin 2016: Dzmitry Urbanovich is the Main Event Champion
Dzmitry Urbanovich wins the EPT Dublin Main Event. He tells PokerNews about his side bet with Kitty Kuo, his favorite form of poker, and how he deals with slow play at the final table. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 February
Highlights from EPT Dublin 2016
A few of our favorite moments from EPT Dublin 2016 Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 February
EPT Dublin 2016 10k High Roller Winner Samuel Panzica
Sam Panzica tells PokerNews that he almost didn't register the $10K tournament he just won! Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 February
Mickey Petersen’s EPT Dealer Audition
EPT holds Dealer Auditions and Mickey Petersen joins in on the fun Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 February
Chance Kornuth- Learning Mandarin and Playing the Big One for One Drop
Chance Kornuth talks about his wedding last summer and his plans for poker in the next few years. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 February
Global Poker Index: O’Dwyer Leads, Nitsche and Kanit Trending Upward
Steve O'Dwyer tops the Global Poker Index rankings for a sixth-straight week while Dominik Nitsche and Mustapha Kanit use EPT Dublin successes to move up. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 February
FTOPS XXIX Kicks Off Sunday with Two Exciting Events
Full Tilt Online Poker Series XXIX kicks off its 46-event schedule Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016, on Full Tilt. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 February
Tonybet Poker Launches No-Limit Hold’em and Omaha Games in the UK
Tonybet Poker launches hold'em and Omaha cash games on its platform in the United Kingdom. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 February
2016 EPT Dublin Main Event Day 5: Dzmitry Urbanovich Leads Final Table
Dzmitry Urbanovich leads the final table of the 2016 PokerStars European Poker Tour Dublin Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 February
Folding Pocket Kings Before the Flop — Could You Ever?
Folding pocket kings -- the second best hand in hold'em -- before the flop is a rare event. When it happens, it highlights many fundamentals of range reading. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 February
Chance Kornuth- From Playing his Dad’s Poker Room Account in High School to WSOP Bracelet
Aussie Millions 2016 $25K Winner Chance Kornuth talks about how he went from playing on his dad's Poker Room online account freshman year of high school to dropping out of UC Boulder to taking down a $5k PLO WSOP bracelet. Share: Facebook Tw...
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19 February
Bubble Strategy
Sasha Salinger decided to have some fun and ask some players at EPT Dublin to sum up their strategy on the money bubble of a tournament into just one word. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 February
Patrick Clarke Last Irishman in the Main Event
Patrick Clarke is the last representative of Ireland in the EPT Dublin Main Event. He hopes for his second big win here in Ireland and a celebration of vodka and red bulls. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 February
Dominik Nitsche is Not Bill Perkins
Dominik Nitsche has made two final tables here at EPT Dublin. He discusses when he will and won't consider a chop at a Final Table. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 February
partypoker Grand Prix Poker Tour Heads to St. James’ Park
Newcastle's St. James Park home is the venue for the latest stop on the $250,000 guaranteed Grand Prix Poker Tour. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 February
European Union Declares Germany’s Online Gaming Laws Are Illegal
The Court of Justice for the European Union declared Germany's online gaming laws are illegal. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 February
Bill Perkins Bets Dan Bilzerian $600,000 He Can’t Bike from L.A. To Vegas in 48 Hours
Bill Perkins bet Dan Bilzerian $600,000 that Bilzerian couldn't ride a bike from L.A. to Las Vegas in under 48 hours. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 February
2016 EPT Dublin Main Event Day 4: Urbanovich, Jones, and Mateos Highlight Final 16
Only 16 players remain in the 2016 European Poker Tour Dublin Main Event, Ireland's Patrick Clarke leads. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 February
Working to Win: The Business of Professional Poker
Poker pro Jason Bloom compares being a professional poker player to other types of employment that involve competition in the workplace. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
How To Play a Short Stack at the End of a High Roller Re-Entry Period
Mohsin Charania shares some strategies from the EPT Dublin 10K 3-Day High Roller. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
Alex Goulder Enjoys the Quick Bustouts on Day 4
Alex Goulder holds on to his chip lead after 3 levels on Day 4. He tells PokerNews his strategy as chip leader and how he enjoys himself at EPT festivals. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
Anton Wigg On to the 10K
Anton Wigg tells PokerNews how he busted the EPT Dublin Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
Team Event Said to Return to the WSOP for the First Time Since 1983
The 2016 World Series of Poker schedule is said to include a team event, the first of its kind since 1983. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
WAG Diaries: Tommy & Liz Miller
Sasha Salinger puts Tommy Miller to the test. Just how well does he know Liz who he started dating 12 years ago? Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
Poker in Afghanistan: Strategy and Tactics at the NATO Base in Kabul
Former ISAF operations archivist Doug Roberts talks about the longtime poker game held in Afghanistan on the NATO base in Kabul. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
UK & Ireland Online Poker Rankings: Serradell Closes in on World Number One
Oscar Serradell climbs to an all-time high of fourth in the world and is running away with proceedings in the UK online poker rankings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
Week 1 of the partypoker Powerfest Commences February 21
Week 1 of the partypoker Powerfest is Featherweight week with buy-ins from $5.50 to $11, yet combined guarantees of $350,000. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
2016 EPT Dublin Main Event Day 3: Bubble Bursts, 45 Remain, and Alex Goulder Leads
Day 3 of the 2016 PokerStars European Poker Tour Dublin Main Event played down to 87 players with Alex Goulder leading. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 February
Alec Torelli’s “Hand of the Day”: Using the “Stop-and-Go” vs. “nanonoko”
In this week's "Hand of the Day," Alec Torelli discusses a cash game hand involving a reader and Team PokerStars Pro Online member Randy "nanonoko" Lew. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 February
How to Pick Your PokerStars Name
EPT Dublin Day 3 chip leader Chris Kruk tells Sasha Salinger how he came up with his PokerStars name, why he decided to come to Dublin, and how being chip leader will effect his play going forward. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin &n...;
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17 February
PokerNews Op-Ed: Speaking Up About High-Stakes Thieves
In an exclusive PokerNews Op-Ed, Phil Galfond explains why it's important to speak out against high stakes thieves. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 February
Money Bubble Strategy with Nick Petrangelo
Armed with a big stack at the EPT Dublin Main Event money bubble, Nick Petrangelo explains his strategy on the bubble. He also shares his insight on bubble strategy in bigger buy-in tournaments. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin &nbs...
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17 February
888 Holdings Seeking Regulatory Approval to Name Itai Frieberger as the New CEO
888 Holdings is currently seeking regulatory approval to appoint Itai Frieberger as the company's CEO. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 February
World Champion Snooker Player Ken Doherty
Ken Doherty partners with BetStars for an exciting opportunity for players to bet on whether or not they think he will satellite into the 10k High Roller. He discusses the upcoming Welsh Open and which of his snooker friends are the best and worst at ...
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17 February
Global Poker League Announces the Addition of a Sixth Player To Each Franchise
Global Poker League announces the addition of a sixth player to each franchise. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 February
Pratyush talks Denver Broncos and Getting Paid with Quads
Pratyush Buddiga excitedly tells PokerNews about the Denver Bronco Super Bowl win. He also analyzes the second to last hand of Day 2 of the EPT Dublin main. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 February
Full Tilt To Merge Traffic With PokerStars This Spring
PokerStars announces it will merge Full Tilt into its platform this spring. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 February
2016 EPT Dublin Main Event Day 2: Ivan Banic Leads as 127 Progress
Croatia's Ivan Banic topped the chip counts on Day 2 of the 2016 EPT Dublin Main Event where 127 players progressed. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 February
Home Game Heroes: Upending Conventional Poker Wisdom — Set an End Time and Stick To It?
In a series on conventional poker wisdom about home games and why *not* to follow it, Ashley Adams questions the adage to set an end time and stick to it. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 February
PokerNews Podcast Episode #361: Galfond Op-Ed, Full Tilt/PokerStars Merger, and More
Donnie and Rich are back to discuss the Phil Galfond op-ed about him getting scammed out of $250,000, the upcoming Full Tilt/PokerStars merger, and more.
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16 February
Virtual Reality Boobs (yes really!)
PokerStars is testing our virtual reality poker game here at EPT Dublin. Willing subjects Liv Boeree, Mickey Petersen, and others have put on the virtual reality headset and played a few hands of virtual poker. Share: Facebook Twitter Googl...
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16 February
Fabrice Soulier on the Ups, Downs, and Aviators of Poker
Fabrice goes from a big stack to huge stack to below average stack in the matter of a few hands against Dominik Panka. His spirits are up on break and he eagerly awaits the GPL draft rankings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin ...
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16 February
Jaime Staples at his First Featured Table
Jaime Staples shares his excitement over live poker and being at the EPT Dublin Main Event final table. He is pitted against good friend Jeff Gross and hopes to take all his chips. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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16 February
Chris Moorman Eclipses $13 Million in Online Tournament Earnings
Chris Moorman won the 888 Sunday Challenge to eclipse $13 million in online tournament earnings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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16 February
Fabrice Soulier “Feels a lot of Pride” in Becoming the Manager of GPL’s Paris Aviators
PokerNews speaks with Fabrice Soulier about managing the Paris Aviators for the Global Poker League. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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16 February
Jake Cody Wishes Pain on Theo Jorgensen
PokerStars throws it's Right To Play tournament benefiting the charity Right To Play. We asked Theo Jorgensen and Jake Cody who they wish to rebuy the most and which prize they have their eyes on. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin &nb...
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16 February
Las Vegas Moneymakers Manager Chris Moneymaker Ready To Inspire Another Poker Boom
Las Vegas Moneymaker team manager Chris Moneymaker is ready to help ignite another poker boom by being a part of the Global Poker League. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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16 February
2016 EPT Dublin Main Event Day 1b: Francisco Oliveira Surges To the Top
Francisco Oliveira finished atop the pack on Day 1b of the 2016 PokerStars EPT Dublin Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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16 February
Open-Face Chinese Poker by Isabelle “No Mercy” Mercier, Part 9: Focusing on Fantasyland
Continuing her "Open-Face Chinese No Mercy Little Guide," TonyBet Poker's Isabelle Mercier discusses getting to and staying in Fantasyland. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 February
Draft Kings Launches in UK
PokerNews asks British poker players if they will try their hand at the Daily Fantasy Sports website Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 February
A Conor McGregor Win Brought Ryan Riess to Dublin
Ryan Riess comes to Dublin for the first time after watching a thrilling Conor McGregor victory in Vegas this summer. He tells PokerNews how he is enjoying the city and culture while also trying to take down the 10k One Day High Roller. Sha...
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15 February
Jeff Gross’ Twitch Party House
Jeff Gross tells PokerNews how he got started with Twitch, how much he's learned, and his plans to start a live twitch house in Prague. Gross, Elky, and some of your other Twitch favorites are hosting a live meet-up in Dublin. Share: Facebo...
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15 February
Sunday Briefing: Chris Moorman Wins the 888poker $100K Challenge
Chris Moorman won yet another major online tournament, this time the 888poker $100,000 Challenge for $18,809.48. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 February
Justice Vanessa Selbst?
Now that there is a US Supreme Court Justice seat open, PokerNews asked some player here in EPT Dublin which poker player they would choose to serve on the highest US court. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 February
Why Did Highly-Ranked GPI Players Decide To Not Opt In for GPL Draft?
Find out why some of the GPI's highest ranked players decided not to opt in for Global Poker League draft eligibility. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 February
Five Thoughts: GPL Draft List Revealed, Negreanu Blogging Hard, and Award Predictions
In this edition of Five Thoughts, Mo Nuwwarah talks Global Poker League draft, Daniel Negreanu's latest blogs, and more. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 February
2016 EPT Dublin Main Event Day 1a: 147 Show Up, 79 Advance, Gilles Bernies Leads
The European Poker Tour Dublin Main Event kicked off on Sunday with an opening flight of 147 players. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 February
The Online Railbird Report: Millar Exacts Revenge on “wilhasha,” “TheFish777” Wins Big
Alex "Kanu7" Millar was this week's biggest online winner on PokerStars. Read about it in the Online Railbird Report. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 February
Missing with Ace-King: Analysing a Big Bluff in the PCA Main Event
Mo Nuwwarah takes a close look at a hand from the recently completed 2016 PCA Main Event featuring a well chosen spot for a postflop bluff-shove. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 February
Where to Grab a Healthy Meal in Dublin
PokerNews scopes out two places in Dublin to go get healthy, fresh food and juices. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 February
EPT Dublin 2016 High Roller Champion Mustapha Kanit
Mustapha Kanit takes down the EPT Dublin $25k High Roller. He tells PokerNews the strategy that kept him chip leader the entire final table. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 February
Happy Valentine’s Day
Dominik Nitsche, Kitty Kuo, Andre Akkari, Felipe Mojave, and Tim Reilly share the best Valentine's Day gifts they've given and received. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 February
Jake Cody Makes a New Friend
PokerStars hosts the Dublin Player's Party. Jake Cody and his new friend James dominate at beer pong, while others drink up the free booze and play pool Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 February
Rebel Without a Hand: Playing “Chicken” With the All-In Bluff
James Dean meets Phil Ivey -- Robert Woolley discusses how the game of "chicken" (featured in movies like "Rebel Without a Cause") relates to poker. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 February
What Will Mustapha Wear Next?
Mustapha Kanit may not have anything snazzy to wear if he makes a final table during EPT Dublin. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 February
Free Trip to EPT Dublin
Donatas Vlasovas won a late Sunday Night freeroll to play at EPT Dublin. The excited Lithuanian shared his difficulties and excitement in playing his first live tournament. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 February
How Timothy Adams Decides Which Tournaments to Play
Timothy Adams is no stranger to the High Roller tournament circuit, but how does he select which ones he will play and while he won't? He tells PokerNews how traveling to tournaments differs from playing online and how stretching and meditation are a ...
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13 February
Jason Mercier and Timex Hit with Balls
Jason Mercier, Mike McDonald, Mustapha Kanit, Natasha Barbour, Jeff Rossiter, and others head to the Dublin suburbs for a competitive trampoline dodgeball tournament. Things get heated between the four teams, as only one team can take home the mini sp...
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13 February
2016 EPT Dublin €25,750 High Roller: Back with a Bang, Ireland’s Largest Buy-In Ever
The European Poker Tour returned to Dublin and did so with a bang, holding the country's largest buy-in event ever. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 February
Global Poker League Draft List Announced: 203 Players, More Than $550M in Earnings
The 2016 GPL Draft list features over $500 million in live tournament winnings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 February
Max Silver Releases SnapShove App to Help Players Calculate Shove Ranges
SnapShove, available now on Android and iOS platforms, was created by poker pro Max Silver to help players determine proper shove ranges. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 February
Strategy Vault: James “Andy McLEOD” Obst on Advice to Play “One Hand at a Time”
From the "Strategy Vault," James "Andy McLEOD" Obst explains why the advice to play "one hand at a time" isn't always the best approach to tournament poker. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 February
How to Crush Cash Games for 40 Years
Donnacha "The Don" O'Dea tells PokerNews how he has adapted to the various forms of poker over the last 40 years. He started playing in college and even passed on the love of the game to his son, 2011 November Niner, Eoghan O'Dea. Donnacha welcomes EPT Dublin to his backyard and even dishes out some local restaurant recommendations.
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12 February
Calling the Clock: Martin Jacobson
Sasha Salinger gives Martin Jacobson 60 seconds to answer as many ridiculous questions as he can. Does he believe in haunted houses? Does he have a tattoo? Watch to find out! Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 February
PokerStars Rolls Out Test Launch of Heads-Up Mobile DUEL
PokerStars rolls out a new poker app called DUEL in an attempt to introduce poker to newer audiences. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 February
How to Get a Discount on Guinness
Sasha Salinger talks to EPT Travel on the discounts and sightseeing opportunities and discounts they provide to poker players in Dublin. Plus, details on the upcoming Player's Party. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 February
Montreal Nationals Team Manager Marc-Andre Ladouceur Preparing for GPL Draft Day
Team manager Marc-Andre Ladouceur says the Montreal Nationals are preparing for the Global Poker League Draft Day. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 February
Shopping and Drinking in Dublin
PokerNews scouts out the best things to do in Dublin. Check out Dublin Castle, walk on one the many beautiful bridges, visit Oscar Wilde, shop at Europe's largest Forever 21, and, of course, grab a pint of Guinness Share: Facebook Twitter G...
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12 February
Daniel Negreanu Lets You Into the High Stakes Poker World
Daniel Negreanu speaks about high-stakes games in Las Vegas and the politics involved in them. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 February
Global Poker Index: Five Weeks at Top for Steve O’Dwyer; Barry Hutter Makes a Move
Following a quiet week, Steve O'Dwyer leads the overall Global Poker Index rankings for a fifth-straight week while Barry Hutter moves up to No. 11. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 February
Tommy Angelo Presents: Practice Makes Perfect
Tommy Angelo consults Sister Mary Malcolm, Vince Lombardi, and Buddha to examine whether or not practice really does make perfect. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 February
PokerNews Podcast Episode #360: Chad’s Final Show
On Episode #360 of the PokerNews Podcast the gang recaps Aussie Millions and discusses the American Poker Awards, and Chad Holloway, who announced he s taking a full-time role with the Mid-States Poker Tour, shares his favorite memories as a member of ...
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11 February
Remko Report Episode #32: Jason Somerville
JCarver! Jason Somerville joins Remko in Australia to talk about the growth of Run it Up and much more.
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11 February
DUEL by PokerStars is Launched
Sarah takes a look at a new take on the worlds most popular poker game, Duel by PokerStars. This innovative app allows you to challenge players anytime and anywhere. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 February
San Francisco Rush Manager Faraz Jaka “Very Excited and Bullish” About GPL
Excited and bullish, San Francisco Rush manager Faraz Jaka talks about the upcoming Global Poker League. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 February
Partypoker To Return to 21 Gray-Area Markets; Removes Withdrawal Fees
Partypoker gets ready to operate again in 21 grey markets, cancels withdrawal fees for Neteller, Skrill, and Webmoney. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 February
Unibet Poker UK Tour Brighton Kicks Off February 12
The opening leg of the Unibet Poker 2016 UK Tour takes place at the Redezvous Casino, Brighton, from February 12. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 February
UK & Ireland Online Poker Rankings: Jamie O’Connor Breaks Into Top 10
Jamie O'Connor's fourth place in the Sunday Million sees him climb to sixth in the UK online poker rankings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 February
Hold’em with Holloway: Lessons To Be Learned When You Hit the Big Stage
In new Hold'em with Holloway, Chad Holloway explains how to learn to deal with the big stage. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 February
Live Poker in February: The Best Low Buy-In Tournaments Throughout Europe
From the North of Estonia down to sunny Greece - February promises to be a great month for live poker in Europe. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 February
Steve O’Dwyer’s Clay Poker Dolls are Real and Here to Stay
How do you measure a player's success? Some say it's the titles, some think it's the money won. Some other, however, are talking about clay dolls. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 February
10th Anniversary Sunday Million to Carry $10 Million Guarantee on PokerStars
On 10th anniversary of $215 Sunday Million, PokerStars is rolling out a special edition that will carry a $10 million guaranteed prize pool. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 February
Marcel Luske’s FiDPA & MainEventTravel.com Join Forces to Launch FiDPA Travel
The Federation Internationale de Poker Association (FiDPA) and MainEventTravel.com (MET) launch new site called FiDPA Travel. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 February
Season 5 UKIPT Dublin Main Event Begins Today; Massive EPT Dublin Festival Scheduled
PokerStars takes its UKIPT to Dublin for the fifth consecutive year and it's followed by the first EPT festival for eight seasons. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 February
Alec Torelli’s “Hand of the Day”: Hero Fold with Ace-High Flush?
Alec Torelli analyzes a cash game hand in which a player turns the nut flush, but the river pairs the board to make things less clear-cut. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 February
France Could Consider the Sharing of Online Poker Liquidity Come April
French legislators could be considering an amendment which would shared liquidity for dot-fr poker rooms. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 February
Amaya Appoints Financial Advisor as Details on Takeover Offer Start to Emerge
Amaya Inc. special committee of directors announce appointees to evaluate any takeover offers the company may receive in the near future. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 February
Sunday Briefing: Jamie O’Connor Fourth in the Sunday Million
Jamie O'Connor helped himself to $64,213.14 by finishing fourth in the PokerStars Sunday Million on February 7, 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 February
PKR Poker to Join Microgaming Poker Network Later This Month
PKR Poker will be moving its players from its stand-alone platform to the Microgaming Poker Network (MPN) later this month. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 February
Situational Poker: Deconstructing a Hero Call
In a recent online tourney, table dynamics, a specific player read, an analysis of bet sizing, and range narrowing all led Carlos Welch to a big river call. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 February
What Shaun Deeb Thinks About That?
Sarah gets Shaun Deeb's opinion on a few topics to come up in and outside of poker lately including Alvarado vs Busquet fight, going vegan, and if poker is dead. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 February
Colin Gillon Wins 2016 GPS Star City; Become First Double GPS Champion
Colin Gillon won the 2016 Genting Poker Series Star City Main Event and became the first-ever double GPS champion. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 February
Five Thoughts: One for the Good Guys, O’Dwyer and Kornuth Shine, Obrestad Sells Out
In this edition of Five Thoughts, Mo Nuwwarah talks Ari Engel's win, a couple high rollers crushing, and Annette Obrestad selling out. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 February
The Online Railbird Report: Blom Returns to Virtual Felt, Kuznetsov Wins Big & More
Viktor "Isildur1" Blom returned to PokerStars this week. Meanwhile, Timofey "Trueteller" Kuznetsov topped weekly leaderboard with $221,251 win. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 February
Three Steps to Increasing Your Profit in Small Stakes Cash Games
Author Nathan Williams (Crushing the Microstakes, Modern Small Stakes) offers a three-step plan for success in lower-stakes cash games, live or online. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 February
Hold’em with Holloway: What Would Happen to a Chip Stack If a November Niner Died?
In a new Hold'em with Holloway, Managing Editor Chad Holloway looks at a substitution controversy that happened during the 2016 Aussie Millions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 February
FTOPS Is Back Later This Month With $1 Million in Guaranteed Prizes Over 46 Events
The Full Tilt Online Poker Series (FTOPS) returns from Feb. 21 to Mar. 13 with 46 events and $1 million in guaranteed prize pools. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 February
Chris Leong Wins WPT Winter Poker Open at Borgata for $816,246
Chris Leong topped a field of 1,171 entries to win the World Poker Tour Winter Poker Open Championship at Borgata for $816,246. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 February
DraftKings Launches Daily Fantasy Sports in United Kingdom
DraftKings officially launched its product in the United Kingdom on Feb. 5. Learn how to get started! Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 February
Find Out Who the Biggest Tournament Winners Were on 888poker in January
January was huge month for online poker tournament players on 888poker with all major tournament meeting and beating their posted guaranteed prize pools. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 February
Strategy Vault: Preflop Aggression in Live Cash Games with Bart Hanson
From the PokerNews Strategy Vault, Bart Hanson shares thoughts about differences in preflop aggression as exhibited by online players vs. live players. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 February
PokerNews Launches New Mobile App Available for Free on Android and Apple Devices
PokerNews is proud to announce the launch of our new mobile app, Version 2.01. Download today on both Android and Apple devices. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 February
United Kingdom GPI: Stephen Chidwick Still Leads; Ben Heath Climbing
Stephen Chidwick still reigns supreme in the United Kingdom Global Poker Index. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 February
2016 888live Series Begins Today with a Weekend of Poker and Skiing
The first 888poker-branded event of the year kicks off on Friday in the Alpine city of Innsbruck, Austria. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 February
Partypoker Launches $5 Million Guaranteed Powerfest; Begins Sunday, February 21
The $5 million guaranteed Powerfest begins on February 21 at partypoker. Check out all the details! Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 February
Home Game Heroes: Upending Conventional Poker Wisdom — Don’t Play With Strangers?
In a series on conventional poker wisdom about home games -- and why *not* to follow it -- Ashley Adams tells why you shouldn't avoid games with strangers. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 February
Tony Dunst Says Aussie Millions “Was Easier To Play” Having Only 15 Percent of Himself
Tony Dunst discusses his Aussie Millions Main Event following his second-place finish for $1 million. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 February
UK & Ireland Online Poker Rankings: Serradell Reclaims UK’s Top Spot
Oscar Serradell reclaims the top spot in the UK online poker rankings while Kevin Killeen dominates in Ireland. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 February
FullTiltPoker.net Now Available to Over 100 Million Gamers After Steam Launch
FullTiltPoker.net is now available to over 100 million new gamers after launching in the Steam store. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 February
PokerStars Named “Best Online Poker Operator” For The Fourth Consecutive Year
PokerStars was awarded '2015 Poker Operator of the Year' title at the ninth edition of the International Gaming Awards. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 February
Poker Hand Rankings: What Beats What in Poker
Poker hands: check out what beats what in Texas hold'em with our poker hand ranking chart for dummies! Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 February
Missing Poker Player Richard Cole’s Body Found in Amsterdam Canal
A body pulled from an Amsterdam canal is that of missing British poker player Richard Cole. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 February
Dinesh “NastyMinder” Alt Wins the TCOOP Main Event For a Record Breaking $396,691
Switzerland's Dinesh "NastyMinder" Alt shipped the TCOOP Main Event for $396,691 after agreeing to a heads-up deal with Norway's Oscar "KungKroon" Kroon. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 February
A Multi-Way Hand: Raise for Value or Call to Keep Players In?
Gareth Chantler analyses a tricky multi-way hand he played in the UKIPT Edinburgh Main Event in which a flopped set led to multiple call-or-raise decisions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 February
Mediarex Entertainment Launches HoldemX: Texas Hold’em on Steroids
With HoldemX, Mediarex Entertainment aims to bring poker close to eSports by adding elements from Hearthstone and Magic to Texas hold'em Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 February
Major Live Poker Tournaments During February 2016
Check out the busy live poker tournament schedule in the United Kingdom and Ireland during February 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 February
Sunday Briefing: carmen.1957 Chops the XL Super Series Main Event
carmen.1957 chopped the 888poker Super XL Series Main Event for $168,532.90 before finishing third in the partypoker High Roller for $13,950.00 Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 February
Steve O’Dwyer Wins LK Boutique $250,000 Challenge
Steve O'Dwyer won the LK Boutique $250,000 Challenge on the final day of the 2016 Aussie Millions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 February
David Baazov Announces All-Cash Offer to Take Over Amaya
Amaya's CEO, David Baazov, intention to buy the company was confirmed on Monday. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 February
Leaving to Lock Up a Win? Don’t Get Up from a Good Poker Game
You hear about losing players wanting to keep playing to recover losses, but what about a player who is ahead wanting to leave in order to lock up a "win"? Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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1 February
Phil Galfond, Shaun Deeb and Neteller Inducted Into Internet Wall of Fame
Phil Galfond, Shaun Deeb, and Neteller have been inducted into to thee Internet Pokers Wall of Fame (IPWOF). Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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1 February
The Online Railbird Report: Andres “Educa-p0ker” Artinano Wins $383,800 in Single Day
Andres "Educa-p0ker" Artinano wins $383,800 online in a single day to pull out to healthy lead on 2016 yearly leaderboard. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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1 February
Alec Torelli’s “Hand of the Day”: You Flop Two Pair, But Your Opponent Comes Out Firing
In a new "Hand of the Day," Alec Torelli reviews a tournament hand sent by a reader who flops big then faces an aggressive opponent betting and raising. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
January, 2016
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31 January
Ari Engel Wins 2016 Aussie Millions Main Event for $1,600,000
Ari Engel won the Main Event on Day 19 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship in Melbourne on Sunday. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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31 January
Ari Engel is the Aussie Millions Main Event Champion!!
Ari Engel bested a huge field and a stellar final table to capture the Aussie Millions title. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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31 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 18: Fabian Quoss Wins $100,000 Challenge for $1,446,480
Fabian Quoss Won the $100,000 Challenge on Day 18 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship on Saturday Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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31 January
Highlights from Down Under
Check out some of the best moments that made it in the videos, and of course, some that should have stayed on the cutting room floor. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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31 January
Three Ways Poker Can Help You With Life Decisions
Life is a gamble, full of risk and reward. Poker can help you learn how to gamble well when making decisions outside of poker, as Robert Woolley explains. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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31 January
Phil Ivey Back & Ready to Crush
Sarah talks to Phil Ivey about re-emergence at the Aussie Millions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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31 January
Day Trip to the Mornington Peninsula
Sarah is joined by Jesse Silvia, Ashley Sleeth and Vincent Gregory for a trip to the Mornington Peninsula complete with hot springs, wine and a maze. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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30 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #359: More Adventures Down Under
Remko and Donnie are still Down Under for the 2016 Aussie Millions, where they recap the A$100,000 Challenge and preview the Main Event final table.
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30 January
Former Full Tilt CEO Alive, Well, and Married, According to Report
Former Full Tilt CEO Ray Bitar alive, well, and married, according to a report. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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30 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 17: Main Event Final Set with Ari Engel Leading
The Main Event Final Table was set and two more titles were captured on Day 17 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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30 January
Global Poker Index: O’Dwyer in Front as Results Down Under Help Players Move Up
Steve O'Dwyer remains the top-ranked tournament player in the world according to the Global Poker Index as players amass results at the Aussie Millions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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30 January
Hand Review: Calling Down a Triple-Barrel Bluff with Second Pair
Calling a suspected bluffer is often easier said than done, especially when for your tourney life. Hear Onur Unsal discuss a hand in which he did just that. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
PokerStars Addresses Concerns About Whether a Bot Was Heads-Up in a TCOOP Event
PokerStars assures players that a bot was not playing heads-up in a TCOOP event after a long delay took place when deal discussions were supposed to take place. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
Concerns Grow for Missing Poker Player Richard Cole
The family of Richard Cole are growing increasingly concerned about his welfare after he went missing in Amsterdam on January 25. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
Poker Staking Going Mainstream? YouStake Accepted for Venture Capital Investment
Poker staking might grow more mainstream as YouStake has been accepted into the venture capital company 500 Startups four-month accelerator program. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
Aussie Millions Hand Analysis with Ari Engel
ArI Engel explains his thought process in a hand deep in the Aussie Millions Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
You’ll Never Guess Which Poker Pro Tops Poker’s Social Power Table
Find out which poker pros are among the top of 2016 Poker's Social Power Table. Daniel Negreanu is no longer on poker's 'Social Power Table' top spot Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 16: Tony Dunst Leads the Main Event’s Final 40
Tony Dunst grabbed the lead with 40 Players left in the Main Event on Day 16 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
Mikel Habb “Never Give Up”
Mikel Habb entertains the table with his wild outbursts and joy. Sarah talks to him about one particular slogan he repeats. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
Take a Cue from Pool and Consider Your Options Before Acting in Poker
In pool you hear advice to "find three shots before taking one." In poker you should also consider your options before acting, even when the choice might seem obvious. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
Who Would You Draft on Your GPL Team?
Sarah asks players who would be on their GPL Team. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
Sam Abernathy VS Jessica Dawley
After seeing these two beauties seated next to each other, Sarah pits them against each other. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 January
Remko Report Episode #31: Tony Dunst
World Poker Tour Raw Deal analyst Tony Dunst joins Remko to talk about his path in poker, the importance of having good friends in the game, working for the WPT, and much more.
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28 January
Eric Hollreiser Discusses Player Meeting in Regards to PokerStars VIP Changes
"We are open to continued dialogue regarding our analysis and whether the changes will accomplish our goals" - Eric Hollreiser Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 January
Pushing Through Times of Doubt with Terry Fan
Sarah talks to Terry Fan about the time right before his biggest score. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 January
UK & Ireland Online Poker Rankings: Woodhead and Killeen Are On Top
Stephen Woodhead and Kevin Killeen top the UK and Ireland online poker rankings after the latest update. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 January
Nick Yunis is Riding the Wave
Nick Yunis is trying to play different, which some might call spewy, but he is on a heater and riding the wave. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 15: Down to 150 in the Main Event
The 2016 Aussie Millions Main Event drew 732 players this year, playing into Day 3 on Wednesday. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 January
Big Weekend Ahead in partypoker Tournaments
partypoker is set to host Fight Night where three tournaments have their guarantees doubled, and the $100,000 Cobra over the weekend of January 30-31. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 January
How To Be An Online Poker Pro: 6 Tips
Six quick tips for those who want to know how to play online poker professionally. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 January
Why Tony Dunst Nearly Missed the Main Event
Sarah talks to Tony Dunst about the incident that almost kept him from playing the Aussie Millions. And, how it is going to keep costing him. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 January
What A Bunch of Party Animals
Just how do Australians party down under? They are a bunch of Party Animals. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 January
Liv Boeree Talks About Draft Goals for GPL London Royals
Sarah talks to Global Poker League London Royals Manager Liv Boeree about some of her goals and expectations for the upcoming draft. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 January
A Look at the First 23 Events from the 2016 Turbo Championships of Online Poker
23 events are now in the books in the 2016 Turbo Championship of Online Poker. Take a look at who the big winners are so far. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 January
Unibet Open Announces Dates For Its 2016 Tour
Unibet Poker announces the dates for its 2016 Unibet Open tour. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 January
BlogNews Weekly: Poker Goals, PLO Tips, & Outrageous Prop Bets
Learn poker goal tips, pot-limit Omaha fundamentals, and poker's craziest prop bets in this week's BlogNews Weekly. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 January
January Sales Running on the iPoker Network Until Jan. 31
The January Sales run on the iPoker Network until January 31, 2016, and see several tournaments have their buy-ins slashed. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 January
Celina Lin Explains Hand Against John Juanda
Sarah has Celina Lin Explain a hand where she bluffed John Juanda. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 January
Alec Torelli’s “Hand of the Day”: Playing Big Pots Out of Position
In a new "Hand of the Day," Alec Torelli analyses a cash game hand sent in by a reader who found himself involved in a big pot from out of position. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 January
Even Byron Kaverman Loves the Shot Clock
Sarah talks to Byron Kaverman, who is generally regarded as a player who takes a long time to make decisions, feels he plays better with the Shot Clock. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #358: Australian Coffee Debate, Patriots Football, and the Aussie Millions
Donnie and Remko are down under at Crown Casino for the 2016 Aussie Millions. They argue about coffee and sports, then fit in a little poker talk in between.
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26 January
Inaugural 2016 Super XL Series Events Set New Records at 888poker
A field of 1,675 made the Super XL 1 - $250,000 Opening Event Multi Chance the biggest $100+ event ever played at 888poker. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 14: The Main Event Moves On But Phil Ivey Falls on Day 1c
The final starting flight for the Main Event drew 337 on Day 14 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 January
Trevor Sinclair and Graeme Le Saux Go #HeadsUp at 888poker
The second episode of 888poker's web series #HeadsUp features football legends Trevor Sinclair and Graeme Le Saux. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 January
Jason Mercier Explains the Metagame During Streaming $100K Challenge
Sarah talks to Jason Mercier about the interesting dynamics that took hold during the $100K Challenge due to the live stream. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 January
Sunday Briefing: Ben Farrell and Stephen Woodhead Win TCOOP Events
Stephen Woodhead and Ben Farrell both won TCOOP events at PokerStars on Sunday 24 January, 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 January
Jessica Dawley Always Gets the Last Word
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26 January
2016 Aussie Millions Poker Day 13: Ben Tollerene Leads the $100,000 Challenge Final Six
The $100,000 Challenge played down to the final six and two more titles were captured on Day 13 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 January
Home Game Heroes: Upending Conventional Poker Wisdom About Home Games
Ashley Adams discusses four commonly held beliefs about home poker games, setting up a multi-part discussion of why we shouldn't accept such "wisdom." Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 January
Chance Kornuth Wins $25K Challenge & Gets Car Stolen
Sarah talks to recent winner of the $25K Challenge Chance Kornuth about his road to victory and the recent notification he received about this stolen vehicle. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 January
Randy “Nanonoko” Lew Hits Straight Flush
Sarah talks to Nanonoko about breaking records, his 2016 streaming goals, and a recent crazy hand. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 January
Ben Tollerene on Shot Clock and Stream
Sarah talks to online boss Ben Tollerene to get his thoughts on the unique Aussie Millions $100K Challenge Shot Clock and the full event live stream. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 January
Carl Pilgrim Interview: APAT Legend
Discover more about Carl Pilgrim who battles muscular dystrophy, has played online poker with Tom Dwan, and became an APAT legend. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 January
Sam Greenwood & Steve O’Dwyer Propose a Royal Rumble
Sarah talks to Sam Greenwood about poker version of our childhood past time, the Royal Rumble. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 January
2016 Aussie Millions Poker Day 12: The Main Event and $100,000 Challenge Begin
The 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship Main Event and $100,000 Challenge kicked off while two more titles were won in Melbourne Sunday. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 January
Where Has Kristen Bicknell Been?
Sarah catches up with 2013 WSOP Ladies Event Winner, and Super Nova Elite player Kristen Bicknell about what she has been up to and what her plans as the VIP changes evolve. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 January
Big Blind Bluffing: Making an Ordinary Hand Special
You've heard of a "big blind special." But you don't always have to flop huge from the big blind to make a special hand of it, as Carlos Welch explains. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 January
The Online Railbird Report: “Educa-p0ker” Wins $366,366 to Pull Out to Early 2016 Lead
"Educa-p0ker" was the biggest online winner from Jan. 8-20 with $366,366 in profit, which also gives him early lead in 2016 race. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 January
Sam Abernathy the Terminator
Sarah talks to Samantha Abernathy at the Final Table of the Terminator about some Bounty play and her outlook on 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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25 January
It’s All Aces with Tennis Legend Boris Becker
Sarah talks with LK Boutique Ambassador Boris Becker about the correlation between poker and tennis and what item he always brings to the felt. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 January
Woman Goes Into Labor at Aussie Millions
Sarah gets opinions about a recent incident at the Aussie Millions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 January
Which Girl Has the Most Game?
Sarah talks to Xuan Liu about her Girl Got Game cast mates to find out who is the best player, who is the strongest, and who she is most worried about. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 January
Cute Girl Pukes on Ronnie Bardah
After doing some Twitter stalking, Sarah grills Ronnie on some of his latest misadventures. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 January
2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship Day 11: Chance Kornuth Wins The $25k Challenge
Chance Kornuth won the $25,000 Challenge and the final table of the $1,150 Accumulator was set on Day 11 of the 2016 Aussie Millions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 January
Strategy Vault: Side Pot Hand Analysis with Adam Geyer
From the "Strategy Vault" we unearth a tournament hand from Adam Geyer in which he describes battling for a side pot rather than just checking it down. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 January
Top 5 Things To See In Melbourne
Sarah takes you on a tour of the Top 5 places to see on a day in Melbourne. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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24 January
Jason Somerville on Hole Card Stream from Aussie Millions
Sarah talks to Jason Somerville about his Twitch stream coming from the Aussie Millions, how players reacted to the streaming set up, and if he ever misses playing instead of streaming. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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23 January
Global Poker Index: Steve O’Dwyer Still On Top, Jason Mercier Moves Up to Second
Steve O'Dwyer enjoys a second week as the top-ranked tournament player in the world, but Jason Mercier has moved up to No. 2 in the GPI rankings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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23 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 10: Steve O’Dwyer Leads The $25,000 Challenge
Day 10 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship saw the $25,000 Challenge kick off and $1,150 Accumulator continue. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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23 January
Tommy Angelo Presents: The Blue Marble
Tommy Angelo shares a Christmas-themed tale about gifts -- chips, cards, a clock, and a poster of the Earth -- that changed how he looked at the world. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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22 January
PokerNews GPI Update Episode #44: Recapping 2015 and Looking Ahead
Rich and Eric recap the Player of the Year winners in 2015, and examine the early movers and shakers in 2016.
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22 January
DTD Signs Up For Bravo, GVC to Sell Kalixa, and Merger Given Green Light
Dusk Till Dawn sign up for BRAVO poker system, GVC look to sell Kalixa, and the Betfair/Paddy Power merger is given the green light. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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22 January
Get Involved with 888poker’s New Live the Game Promotion
888poker has begun a new campaign designed to attract recreational players with a series of television advertisements and a promotion called Live the Game. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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22 January
PokerStars Asking Players to Record Videos of Play To Help Fight Bots
PokerStars has asked players to record a video of their sessions to prove they are not a bot. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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22 January
Hand Reading and Bet Sizing in Small Stakes Cash Games
Nathan Williams ("Crushing the Microstakes," "Modern Small Stakes") discusses putting opponents on ranges and sizing bets effectively at the lower stakes. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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22 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 9: Steven Chidwick Crowned 8-Game King
UK mixed-game star Steven Chidwick won the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championships Event #7: $2,500 8-Game Mixed on Thursday. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 January
Nominees Announced for 2nd Annual GPI American Poker Awards
The nominees have been announced for the 2nd Annual Global Poker Index American Poker Awards. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 January
UK & Ireland Online Poker Rankings: Moorman Continues to Climb
Chris Moorman climbs to second place in the UK online poker rankings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 January
Sam Trickett’s New Brand Ambassador Role
Sam Trickett is the new poker brand ambassador for Starpoker.in Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 January
iPoker Players Hit With Significant Rake Hike
Pot-limit and no-limit cash games at iPoker have undergone major changes that will hit players' bottom lines hard. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 January
Hold’em with Holloway, Vol. 55: Don’t Get Married to Pocket Aces
In a new Hold'em with Holloway, Managing Editor Chad Holloway talks about the grind of poker tourneys and the danger of getting married to pocket aces. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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21 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 8: David Yan Dominates the Six-Max
Kiwi David Yan wins the $1,150 Six-Max and two more events kick off on Day 8 of 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 January
£35,000 Guaranteed GPS Luton Main Event Starts Jan. 21
The 2016 Genting Poker Series kicks off in Luton, find out more about the tournament and the town. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 January
Opening TCOOP Event Could Overlay By $500,000
Are you in for the TCOOP? We expect a monster $500k overlay in the $1,5M TCOOP-01 Event! Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 January
Players Meet with Amaya and Daniel Negreanu in Montreal
A meeting is scheduled to take place today between high-profile poker players and Amaya, the owner of PokerStars, at the company's headquarters in Montreal, Canada. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 January
BlogNews Weekly: TCOOP Makes History, Early Celebrations & The Big Freeze
Learn more about TCOOP event #1 making history, why not to celebrate early, and The Big Freeze in this week's edition of the BlogNews Weekly. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 7: Yuki Ko and Gregory Cook Take Down Titles
Two more titles were earned on Day 7 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship in Melbourne on Tuesday Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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20 January
Call or Fold? A Dilemma Caused by Small Sample Size
Don't be misled by your first few hands versus an opponent and prematurely form an image of how he or she plays poker. First impressions aren't always best! Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 January
Sunday Briefing: Near Misses For UK & Ireland’s Players
Carl "swansfc_CJ" Johns finished third in the Bigger $109 while Saitek00 put together another deep Sunday Million run. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 January
Alvan Zheng Wins 2016 Macau Millions, the Largest Event in Macau Poker History
The 2016 Macau Millions attracted 1,804 entries, making it the largest poker event in Macau poker history. Alvan Zheng won the title for HK$911,000. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 January
partypoker Launches New App for Windows Phones
A new free poker app brings the best of partypoker to Windows phones. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 January
Major Tournaments on partypoker to Feature Freezeout Format from Jan. 18-24
Partypoker's the Big Freeze see the site's four big tournaments turn to a freezeout format from Jan. 18-24. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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19 January
Looking at a Final Table All-In Bluff
You don't often see an all-in bluff with total air at a final table, but as Mo Nuwwarah explains, sometimes the circumstances are right for such a play. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 6: Kevin Blackwood and Nam Le Earn Titles
Two more titles were earned on Day 6 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 January
Poker Central To Air Global Poker League Starting in April
Poker Central to air Global Poker League starting in April. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 January
Ten Years of High Stakes Poker: Celebrating the Iconic Cash-Game TV Show
Mori Eskandani and others reflect on the show that changed poker on TV in the last ten years: High Stakes Poker. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 January
Knowing When Your Opponent Might Be Playing “Any Two”
Thinking Poker podcast co-host and "Thinking Tournament Poker" author Nate Meyvis shares how to discover when your opponent might be playing any two cards. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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18 January
Hand Analysis with Joe Hachem
Joe Hachem shares about a hand he played in the Aussie Millions Opening Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 January
2016 Aussie Millions Day 5: Down to 17 in the Opening Event; Giesbrecht Leads
After Day 5 of the 2016 Aussie Millions, Sean Giesbrecht led the final 17 in the Opening Event, and the Shot Clock Shootout kicked off. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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17 January
You Can’t “Win Back” What You Lost in a Previous Session — Here’s Why
Bad news! The money you lose at poker is gone forever. Good news! It doesn't matter. You can win *different money* and it spends just the same. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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16 January
2016 Aussie Millions Poker Day 4: Huge Turnout Lays $1 Million Guarantee To Waste
The $1 Million Guarantee for the opening event of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship has been laid to waste. Day 1 Flight 4... Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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16 January
Shoving Small Pairs in Tournaments: Is There Fold Equity?
Mo Nuwwarah analyzes Neil Blumenfield's decision to reraise-shove his short stack all in holding pocket deuces with three left in the 2015 WSOP Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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16 January
PokerStars Launches New App for Apple TV
PokerStars launches a new app for Apple TV. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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16 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #357: PCA Wrap Up feat. Mike Watson
Donnie and Remko put a bow on the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure and talk with Main Event winner Mike Watson.
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15 January
2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship Day 3: James Obst Wins First Ring
James Obst scored the first ring of the 2016 Aussie Millions when he took down the $2,500 H.O.R.S.E. event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 January
William Hill Net Revenue Falls; Business Booming for GVC Holdings
William Hill reports a 1% fall in net revenue, while GVC Holdings reveals a 14.9% increase. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 January
2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship Day 2: James Obst Leads H.O.R.S.E. Final Table
Day 2 of the 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship saw the $2,500 H.O.R.S.E. final table set and get filled with local legends as the second starting flight of the opening event drew 172 Leading the group when play resumes Friday in Melbourne...&nbs...
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15 January
Mike Watson Defeats Tony Gregg To Win 2016 PCA Main Event for $728,325
Mike Watson wins the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $5,300 Main Event for $728,325. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 January
Nick “FU_15” Maimone Eliminates Everyone to Win 2016 PCA $25K High Roller for $996,480
Nick "FU_15" Maimone eliminated everyone at the final table on his way to winning the 2016 PCA $25K High Roller for $996,480. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 January
Five Poker Predictions for 2016
Mo Nuwwarah provides us with five poker predictions for 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 January
“Game Flow” and the Mechanics of Range-Building in No-Limit Hold’em
Nate Meyvis highlights two hands from the 2015 WSOP Main Event final table that show how being aware of "game flow" can greatly affect players' ranges. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 January
2016 PCA: Mike Watson is the Main Event Champion
Mike Watson returns to the winners circle with a huge victory at the PCA. He shares why this event has a special meaning to him. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 January
Remko Report Episode #30: Tony G
While in Prague, Remko sits down with Tony G to talk about his on-air personality, his transition to politics, and more.
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15 January
2016 PCA: Nick Maimone is High Roller Champion
Sarah talks to Nick Maimone about his final table experience and being able to share his win with his expecting wife and community in Honduras. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 January
2016 PCA: Nick Maimone is High Roller Champion
Sarah talks to Nick Maimone about his final table experience and being able to share his win with his expecting wife and community in Honduras. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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15 January
The Best Moments from 2016 PCA Coverage
Here is a quick compilation of our favorite moments from the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #356: Previewing the PCA Final Table feat. Antonio Esfandiari
Donnie and Remko recap the penultimate day of the PCA Main Event and preview the final table, and Remko talks with Antonio Esfandiari.
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14 January
It’s a Circus at the PCA Players Party
The PCA Players party this year features circus performers, music, and of course booz. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 January
2016 PCA $25,000 High Roller Day 2: WSOP Runner-Up Josh Beckley Leads Final Nine
WSOP Main Event runner-up Josh Beckley leads the final nine in the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $25,000 High Roller. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 January
Kevin Killeen Heads Towards Top Spot in the Irish Online Poker Rankings
Kevin Killeen closes in on the number one spot in the Irish online poker rankings. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 January
2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship Day 1: Event #1 Kicks Off; Brent De Jong Leads
The 2016 Aussie Millions Poker Championship kicked off inside the Crown Poker Room in Melbourne, Australia Wednesday. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 January
Global Poker League: Boeree, Gruissem, and Kenney Among 12 Team Managers
Alex Dreyfus announces full list of the managers that will run 12 teams during the first-ever Global Poker League (GPL). Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 January
Matthew Waxman Discusses Picking Off Toby Lewis’ River Bluff-Shove
Matthew Waxman discusses picking off a Toby Lewis bluff on Day 4 of the 2016 PCA Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 January
2016 PCA Main Event Day 5: Tony Gregg Makes Final Table for Record Third Time
The 2016 PCA Main Event final table is set. Tony Gregg is there for a record third time, but Mike "SirWatts" Watson leads the final six. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 January
Folding KK Pre-Flop with Darren Elias
Sarah talks to two-time WPT champion Darren Elias about his fold to Jeff Gross. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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14 January
Global Poker League Announces Team Cities and Managers
Sarah sits down with Alexandre Dreyfus to get the details on the release of the Global Poker League's cities and managers. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 January
Heads Up with Joe Ingram
Sarah asks Joe Ingram to play a little game of Heads Up inspired by Ellen. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #355: Crazy Brazilian feat. Steve O’Dwyer and Joe Ingram
Remko and Donnie discuss the crazy play from Brazilian chip leader Leonardo Pires and chat with both Steve O’Dwyer and Joe Ingram.
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13 January
2016 PCA $25,000 High Roller Day 1: Dustin Johns Leads Stacked Field
Dustin Johns led the stacked field after Day 1 in the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $25,000 High Roller. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 January
Dublin Gears Up For the All Ireland Poker Championships
The inaugural All Ireland Poker Championships run from January 14-17 at the Regency Hotel, Dublin. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 January
2016 PCA Main Event Day 4: The Leonardo Pires Show Continues with 19 Left
Leonardo Pires led the final 19 players after Day 4 of the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 January
Grand Prix Poker Tour Heads to Old Trafford
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13 January
Antonio Esfandiari to Donate $50,000 from Lunge Prop Bet to Charity
Antonio Esfandiari releases exclusive statement to PokerNews regarding disqualification from the 2016 PCA Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 January
You Made Your Flush on the River - Now What?
You filled your flush draw, but how best to get value? Mo Nuwwarah analyses a hand from early in the RunGood Poker Series Downstream Casino Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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13 January
Liv Boeree Bluffing Off the Felt
Whether it's messing with her boyfriend Igor Kurganov or raising over $1 million for REG in just 18 months, Liv Boeree tells PokerNews how to apply the skills she's learned from poker to other facets of life. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ ...
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13 January
Matt Waxman Picks Off Toby Lewis Bluff
Sarah has Matt Waxman explain his thought process in a hand with Toby Lewis. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 January
Staying in the Moment with Justin Oliver
Sarah talks to Justin Oliver about the importance of staying in the moment, and what he learned from Daniel Negreanu. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #354: Kid Poker Doc
Donnie and Remko got a chance to view the Kid Poker documentary at the PCA, so they review it on the pod. They also recap Day 4 of the Main Event.
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12 January
Calling the Clock on Richard Seymour
Sarah puts NFL super star Richard Seymour to the test with 60 seconds of rapid fire questions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 January
Poker Players Attempt to do Different Accents
Allen Kessler, Liv Boeree, Ana Marquez, Noah Schwartz, Taylor Von Kriegenbergh, and Maurice Hawkins all try out some accents for PokerNews. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 January
Full Tilt’s Foray Into the Gaming World By Sponsoring Hearthstone Team
Can poker and Heartstone go well together? The guys at Full Tilt think they know the answer. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 January
British Poker Mourns the Loss of Neale “The Wheel” Butler
Remembering British poker player Neale "The Wheel" Butler who died on January 8, 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 January
The Super XL Series Are Back at 888poker With More Than $2,000,000 in Prizes
The latest edition of the 888poker Super XL Series runs from January 24-31, 2016, with combined guarantees in excess of $2 million. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 January
2016 PCA Main Event Day 3: Brazil’s Leonardo Pires Takes Big Lead Into Day 4
Brazil's Leonardo Pires takes a big lead into Day 4 of the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $5,300 Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 January
How to Feel Like a Caveman with Faraz Jaka
Pokernews catches up with Faraz Jaka and he offers tips for fun things to do around Nassau. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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12 January
Do Ice Baths Cure Hangovers?
Jason Koon continues to crush the PCA Main Event despite a serious hangover. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 January
Competition Off the Felt
Jason Mercier hosts a 4-on-4 basketball tournament where 32 players compete for $1k in tournament or cash buy-ins. Who will win? PokerNews' Sasha Salinger has her pick as does PokerStars' Garry Gates. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linked...
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11 January
Hand Analysis with Calvin Anderson
Calvin Anderson breaks down how he played Q9 suited during the PCA Main Event 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 January
2016 PCA Main Event Day 2: Leonardo Pires Leads Final 195, Antonio Esfandiari DQ’d
Day 2 of the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure saw just 195 players make it through the night w/ Brazil's Leonardo Pires leading the way. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 January
The Online Railbird Report: “TILTMENOT” & David “Deldar182” Eldar Off to Hot Start
"TILTMENOT" and David "Deldar182" Eldar top the weekly online winners leaderboard to pull out to an early lead in the New Year. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 January
How to Spot a Beginner at the Poker Table
Learn how to spot beginning poker players at your tables, as well as to identify what type of beginner they are in order to play against them effectively. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #353: Nature Calls
Antonio Esfandiari was disqualified from the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure Main Event on Sunday, but why? Donnie and Remko tell you why, and if they think it was worth it.
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11 January
Antonio Esfandiari Shares About Disqualification from PCA Main Event
Sarah talks to the Magician Antonio Esfandiari about his prop bet with Bill Perkins and how it resulted in his disqualification from the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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11 January
$27 to Drinks and the Dream
Sasha Salinger seeks out the funny and boisterous Martin McCormick who won his PCA Main Event seat in a PokerStars $27 satellite. A rainy golf outing may be profitable for McCormick who has quite a big stack of chips on Day 2. Share: Facebo...
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10 January
Antonio Esfandiari’s New Crazy Prop Bet
Bill Perkins bets Antonio Esfandiari he can't go 48 hours lunging everywhere instead of walking. With money on the line, Antonio hopes to prove him wrong lunging around the poker room, chugging coconut water, and stretching his tired quads. Just how ...
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10 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #352: PCA Main Event
Donnie and Remko discuss the first two starting flights of the 2016 PCA Main Event.
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10 January
Beyond Poker with Jen Shahade
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10 January
WAG Diaries: Shaun & Ashley Deeb
Sarah's puts Shaun Deeb to the test. Just how well does he know his wife and baby mamma, Ashley? Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 January
Second PokerStars Boycott Ends; Haxton and Millar Leave Team Online
A second boycott of PokerStars took place from Jan. 1-7 in light of the site's recent changes. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 January
Oops He Did It Again: O’Dwyer Wins 2016 PCA Single-Day $50K High Roller for $945,495
Steve O'Dwyer topped a field of 80 entrants to win the 2016 PCA Single-Day $50,000 High Roller for $945,495. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 January
2016 PCA Main Event Day 1b: Komarov Edges Jaffe and Kritzer for the Lead
Alexandr Komarov edged out Jonathan Jaffe and Randy Kritzer for the lead on Day 1b of the 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $5,300 Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 January
More Live Poker Bankroll Management: Holding Onto Your Money
Nate Meyvis ("Thinking Tournament Poker") returns with a few more practical tips to help you remain mindful of your money while in a casino. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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10 January
Bill Perkins Wants to Love More
Sasha Salinger talks to Ankush Mandavia, Ana Marquez, Bill Perkins, and Marvin Rettenmaier about their New Year's Resolutions for 2016. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 January
Moneymaker Pushes Stapelton to the Edge
Stapelton discusses how Moneymaker rivers AND slow rolls him in the PokerStars Celebrity Invitational Charity Tournament. This isn't the first time it's happened and Stapes is NOT happy about it. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin &...
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9 January
Maria Ho- Troublemaker?
Mario Ho tells PokerNews about the Kidney Foundation and letting loose and having fun at the Celebrity Invitational Charity Poker Tournament. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #351: Get Bryn Kenney Trending
Donnie and Remko are FINALLY joined by Jason Somerville in the Bahamas! They discuss the goings on at the PCA and talk briefly with $100K Super High Roller winner Bryn Kenney about his big win.
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9 January
Never Have I Ever with Jason Somerville
Sarah grills Jason Somerville about about exactly what he has and has not done. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 January
2016 PCA Main Event Day 1a: Toby Lewis Leads the Star-Studded Field
Former EPT Vilamoura champion Toby "810ofclubs" Lewis leads the 2016 PCA Main Event after Day 1a. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 January
Bryn Kenney Defeats Joe McKeehen to Win PCA $100K Super High Roller for $1,687,800
Bryn Kenney defeated WSOP champ Joe McKeehen in heads-up play to win PCA $100K Super High Roller for $1,687,800. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 January
PokerStars Caribbean Adventure Retrospective: A Look at the Main Event Since 2004
A retrospective look at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure Main Event. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 January
Global Poker Index: Fedor Holz Makes Top Five; Byron Kaverman Leads
Byron Kaverman is the top-ranked tournament player in the world for a 14th-straight week according to the Global Poker Index. Fedor Holz is now No. 5. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 January
“Investing” in Your Game: Considering the Psychology of Risk in Poker with TradingHD
A consideration of advice about "Trading Psychology" from our friends at TradingHD and its application to challenges faced by serious-minded poker players. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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9 January
Did Bryn Kenney finally take down the PCA SHR?
Bryn Kenney makes his way back from 10 BB to win 3 all ins in a row and finally take down the title as the winner of the PCA $100k Super Highroller. He tells PokerNews' Sasha Salinger how he stayed focus, won the tournament, then immediately called hi...
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9 January
New PokerNews Presenter Sasha Salinger
You might recognize her from sharing her DFS advice on FantasyWired.com, and now she is joining the live reporting team on the floor for the PCA. Sarah Herring combs through her social media and puts her to the test. Share: Facebook Twitter...
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8 January
Yet Another Super High Roller FT
David Peters doubles up against Ankush Mandavia at the PCA $100k Super High Roller Final Table. He tells Sasha Salinger how he is in a nice High Roller final table rhythm against a lot of familiar faces. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Link...
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8 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #350: Bout Tree Fitty
Remko and Donnie inexplicably begin the podcast by discussing what is the best timezone in the world, then dive into the final six in the PCA Super High Roller, the start of the LAPT Main Event, and more happenings from the Atlantis.
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8 January
How to Win a Blackjack Tournament
Shaun Deeb tells PokerNews how he ran up a $300k bankroll playing online blackjack. He gives Sasha Salinger some tips for playing a blackjack tournament versus a blackjack cash game. Double on a 14????? Yup. Share: Facebook Twitter Google...
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8 January
Champion Boxer Carl Froch to Feature in a $100K Bounty Tournament
The Cobra is a $100,000 guaranteed tournament at partypoker where boxer Carl Froch and four others have $2,000 bounties on their heads. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 January
Bwin.party Sees Net Revenue Rise 5%; GVC Takeover Planned Feb.1
Strong sports betting and casino performance sees Q4 net revenue increase by 5% at bwin.party digitial entertainment plc. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 January
888Poker Announces The First 888Live Event of 2016: Get Your Skis Ready!
Looking for a winter break? Get your skis ready and check out the 888live Austria! Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 January
Rake Free Poker, Live Events, Vegas Packages: Say Hello to the All-New Tonybet Poker
Tonybet Poker announces "no balls, no glory" strategy, adds new games and new promos. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 January
Home Game Heroes: Five Winning Strategies to Succeed in Home Games
You've found what seems a "great" (or "soft") home game, but aren't winning? Follow these winning strategies for overcoming common problems in such games. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 January
2016 PCA $100,000 Super High Roller Day 2: Kenney Leads Final Six; McKeehen Still In
Bryn Kenney leads final six after Day 2 of 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $100,000 Super High Roller. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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8 January
Should the WSOP Change Start Times?
After a recent Twitter poll from the WSOP, Sarah decided to ask some players if they like the idea of starting at 11am and 3pm. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 January
What is Isaac Haxton Using for Good Luck?
Sarah talks to Ike Haxton about his two good luck charms at the Super High Roller. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 January
Get to Know Sabina Hiatullah
Sabina Hiatullah is one of the rising stars of poker. Sarah grills her about her Italian TV show win and her upcoming reality show. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 January
Who Would You Rather with Bryn Kenney
Bryn Kenney is sitting at a table of poker characters. Sarah finds out who he wants to rob banks with, who is the best player, and other random questions about his opponents. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 January
PokerNews Podcast Episode #349: 2016 PCA feat. Robbie Strazynski
Robbie Strazynski joins the program to discuss attending his first ever PokerStars Caribbean Adventure, then the crew previews the series and breaks down the top 10 stories from 2015.
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7 January
GPI Player of the Year Byron Kaverman Says He’s Not Looking To Repeat in 2016
After topping the Global Poker Index rankings and winning GPI Player of the Year, Byron Kaverman says he's not looking to repeat. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 January
PLO Poker: A Beginner’s Guide to Pot-Limit Omaha
An introduction to pot-limit Omaha or PLO, an action-filled variation on Texas hold'em that has become many players' favourite poker variant. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 January
2016 PCA $100,000 Super High Roller Day 1: Talal Shakerchi Leads Surviving 32 Players
Talal Shakerchi leads after Day 1 of 2016 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $100,000 Super High Roller, which attracted 49 entries. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 January
Daniel Negreanu on $300K Tourney, Poker Central, Q & A
Sarah talks to Daniel Negreanu about a rumored $300K Tournament, Poker Central and his upcoming Q & A to talk about setting poker goals. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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7 January
The Evolution of the Super High Roller
The inaugural PCA Super High Roller took place in 2011 and the poker community took notice. Now, it seems $100K events are common place. Sarah talks to Jason Mercier about how Super High Rollers have changed the poker economy. Share: Faceb...
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7 January
Sorel Mizzi on Fight with Brian Rast
Sarah talks to Sorel Mizzi about his recent fight in Las Vegas with Brian Rast. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 January
Remko Report Episode #29: Rolf Slotboom
Remko is joined by fellow Dutchman Rolf Slotboom to discuss his many published works, becoming the first Dutch Poker Champion, and much more.
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6 January
Basic Hearthstone with Joe McKeehen
Sarah talks to WSOP Main Event Champion Joe McKeehen about the Hearthstone buzz and where a beginner should start. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 January
What to do When it’s Rainy in the Bahamas
Sarah explores some fun options for chilly days in the Bahamas. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 January
London Casino Croupier Sacked For Stealing Chips
A croupier at the Cromwell Mint casino in London was sacked after stealing chips by putting them in his socks via a tube in a false pocket. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 January
PokerStars Caribbean Adventure Retrospective: Stars Shine in $100K Super High Roller
A retrospective look at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure $100,000 Super High Roller. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 January
Resolutions Aren’t Enough: Actively Work to Change Your Bad Poker Habits
Recognise a leak in your poker game? Learn to identify it, figure out why it is happening, and develop a strategy to change what you're doing to stop it. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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6 January
BlogNews Weekly: New Year’s Goals and Learning Pot-Limit Omaha
Learn about the New Years goals and pot-limit Omaha in this week's edition of BlogNews Weekly. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 January
Viktor Blom Dominates High-Stakes Online Games in 2015 with More Than $2 Million Profit
Viktor "Isildur1" finishes the year with over $2 million in online poker ring game profits, more than double of any other player. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 January
22-Year-Old Fedor Holz Wins Triton Super High Roller $200,000 Cali Cup for $3,463,000
Fedor Holz wins the Triton Super High Roller Series $200,000 Cali Cup at WPT Philippines for $3.463 million. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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5 January
Live Bankroll Management: Seven Ways to Protect Your Money
You work hard to turn a profit at the tables. Don't be inattentive about protecting those profits when going to and from the tables, as Nate Meyvis explains. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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4 January
Multi-Way vs. Heads-Up Pots: Five Key Strategic Differences
A review of five ways strategy can change when playing multi-way pots in no-limit hold'em as opposed to heads-up. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 January
Global Poker Index: Byron Kaverman Ends Year Atop POY, Begins 2016 Overall Leader
In the year's last Global Poker Index lists, Byron Kaverman is No. 1 in both, ending as 2015 Player of the Year and starting 2016 as the overall leader. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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3 January
Hold’em with Holloway, Vol. 54: Dealers Aren’t Always Right
In Hold'em w/Holloway, Managing Editor Chad Holloway discusses a hand from the MSPT Golden Gates Casino that is evidence of why dealers aren't always right. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 January
PokerNews 2015 Year in Review
Have a look at some of the highlights from another great year in poker! Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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2 January
Using Your Own Hand Ranges to Guide Decisions Against Unknown Opponents
Gareth Chantler reviews hands he played in a UKIPT event in which absent of information about his opponents, he used his own hand ranges to guide decisions. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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1 January
Top 10 Stories of 2015, #1: Online Poker Changes at PokerStars and Full Tilt
The sweeping changes at PokerStars and Full Tilt rank as the No. 1 PokerNews story of 2015. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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1 January
Think You’re “Due” to Flop a Set This Time? Think Again
A discussion of how poker players erroneously let the feeling of being "due" affect their decision-making, sometimes genuinely affecting what happens next. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
December, 2015
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31 December
Top 10 Stories of 2015, #2: Negreanu’s Run and McKeehen’s Dominance in WSOP Main Event
Daniel Negreanu's run and Joe McKeehen's dominance in the 2015 WSOP Main Event rank as PokerNews' No. 2 story from 2015. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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31 December
PokerNews Book Review: Thinking Tournament Poker by Nate Meyvis
A review of PokerNews Strategy contributor Nate Meyvis's newest strategy book, "Thinking Tournament Poker." Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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30 December
Top 10 Stories of 2015, #3: WSOP Highs and Lows; Colossal Records, Heads-Up Controversy
The World Series of Poker Colossus and $10,000 Heads-Up Championship controversy rank as PokerNews' No. 3 story from 2015. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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30 December
Tommy Angelo Presents: Poker Nicknames Extravaganza!
Tommy "Word Man" Angelo returns to share and celebrate a list of hilarious poker nicknames submitted by his readers. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 December
Top 10 Stories of 2015, #4: The Loss of David Ulliott, Chad Batista, and Others
The loss of David "Devilfish" Ulliott, Ellix Powers and others ranked as PokerNews' No. 4 story from 2015. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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29 December
Open-Face Chinese Poker by Isabelle “No Mercy” Mercier, Part 8: Playing Safe Against a Risk-Loving Opponent
Tonybet Poker ambassador Isabelle Mercier continues her open-face Chinese poker guide, analyzing another hand of Pineapple OFC from start-to-finish. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 December
Top 10 Stories of 2015, #5: Ivey Wins 3rd Aussie Millions $250K, Is Online’s Top Loser
Phil Ivey winning his third Aussie Millions $250K and becoming online poker's biggest loser ranked as PokerNews' No. 5 story from 2015. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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28 December
Training Your Brain: Could Your Poker Game Use a Little CBT?
"Cognitive behavioral therapy" can help correct specific like problems by changing incorrect thought processes -- its applications to poker are obvious. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 December
Top 10 Stories of 2015, #6: Old Guys Still Got It - Hellmuth, Juanda, Seidel Score Big
The success of "old guys" Phil Hellmuth, John Juanda, and Erik Seidel ranked as PokerNews' No. 6 story from 2015. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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27 December
Chinese Poker Scoring: How to Calculate Points in Chinese Poker
An overview of scoring for open-face Chinese poker, including how to calculate bonuses and what it takes to get to Fantasyland. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin
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26 December
Top 10 Stories of 2015, #7: Andy Beal Returns to Vegas to Face Todd Brunson
The impromptu $5 million match between Andy Beal and Todd Brunson ranked as PokerNews' No. 7 story from 2015. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Linkedin