From bookies taking wagers at the track to online racebooks and mobile casino apps, see how the quest to divine winners has evolved alongside the Sport of Kings. Since racing’s beginnings, adventurous types have sought an edge in predicting results. Legal and social acceptance expanded wagering’s role through modern times. Now technology affords new ways… Continue reading Wagering and the Sport of Kings: A History of Horse Race Betting
Author: Tim Lambert
An Unsolved Murder in Portsmouth, 1923
By Tim Lambert An unsolved murder happened in Portsea, Portsmouth in 1923. The victim was Mary Frances Pelham, aged 37. According to newspaper reports she was born in ‘the north of England’. During the First World War, she moved to Brighton and later to Portsmouth. She was separated from her husband. Mary was a kind… Continue reading An Unsolved Murder in Portsmouth, 1923
The Sport of Kings Goes On: British Horse Racing Today
Horse racing has captivated the British public for centuries. Read on to learn where the major events are held now and how to know what race is on tomorrow. Britain’s love of horse racing is centuries old. Images of thundering hooves and cheering crowds stir the imagination. The “sport of kings” saw its first official… Continue reading The Sport of Kings Goes On: British Horse Racing Today
My Pictures of Frome
By Tim Lambert Frome is a very interesting town in Somerset. It has a rich history and has many attractive old buildings. A fountain in Frome Boyle Cross Some colourful tiles A colourful postbox in Frome A pub in Frome Frome Town Hall Memorial Theatre A history of Frome
A Brief History Of Gambling In Australia
How did gambling become inseparable from Australian life? Look no further to explore the history of gambling in Australia, from indigenous traditions to the height of internet betting. This narrative traces the evolution of gambling practices, highlights cultural influences, and considers the future amidst rising technological trends and regulatory challenges. Dice and Dreamtime: The Indigenous… Continue reading A Brief History Of Gambling In Australia
Funny Pages From The History of Roulette
Roulette is the most iconic casino game, the very image of high-class gambling. It is present in every casino around the world, even if only as a gaming machine. It has its place in pop culture as well: roulette was featured in countless movies and TV shows, albeit mostly in the background or as a… Continue reading Funny Pages From The History of Roulette
Rolling the Dice Through the Ages: How Gambling Captivated the Souls of Brits Across Time
Tracing the rich history of gambling in the UK from ancient dice games to today’s online betting, this comprehensive overview explores how wagering has enthralled all levels of British society for centuries. Gambling captivates like no other pastime for Brits – the urge to wager cuts across all levels of society. From Roman soldiers rolling… Continue reading Rolling the Dice Through the Ages: How Gambling Captivated the Souls of Brits Across Time
Cash or Cashless: Payments in Gambling Are Changing
Payments are an often overlooked part of gambling. Most consumers do not actively think about how they are going to deposit or withdraw their money from a casino – whether this is an online website or a land-based venue. It’s all a given. Yet shifting preferences and increased awareness of payment options have made consumers… Continue reading Cash or Cashless: Payments in Gambling Are Changing
The Casino Tech That Drives Differentiation in 2024
Online casinos are often thought of as an almost cloying amalgamation of colors, sounds, and features that taken apart may just be bearable. Together, they are a cacophony that few people enjoy. Yet, online casinos are very much alive and kicking, and the best amongst them have been able to come up with a standard… Continue reading The Casino Tech That Drives Differentiation in 2024
Embracing Failure and the Value of Personal Growth Through Poker
Toddlers would not get very far if they didn’t try – first to clasp their hands, then to eat things, and then to roll over on each side, before finally journeying out at a slow crawl at first, and then a rapid clap on all four. Trial and error is ingrained in the learning experience.… Continue reading Embracing Failure and the Value of Personal Growth Through Poker