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A Taurus born May 8 is symbolized by the bull and has a practical nature. Learn more about May 8 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Taurus born on May 9 is symbolized by the bull and has a bold spirit. Learn more about May 9 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Taurus born May 10 is symbolized by the bull and has an optimistic nature. Learn more about May 10 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Taurus born May 11 is symbolized by the bull and is full of creative potential. Learn more about May 11 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Taurus born May 12 is symbolized by the bull and has boundless energy. Learn about May 12 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Taurus born May 13 is symbolized by the bull and is naturally giving. Learn about May 13 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Taurus born May 14 is symbolized by the bull and has extraordinary artistic vision. Learn about May 14 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

An Aries born March 21 is symbolized by the Ram and has a proud and adventuresome nature. They have incredible emotional resilience and can bounce back from disappointment more readily than nearly any other individual.

By Jill M. Phillips

Today's casinos are like an indoor amusement park for adults that bring in billions of dollars in profits. Learn how casinos make their money, how they got started, how to play the popular games, the security behind them and the dark side of the business.

By Ed Grabianowski

The game of poker is growing in popularity. However, along with the increased number of poker enthusiasts comes an influx of unusual terminology. Learn the poker terms and master the lingo that will help you feel like an insider.

By Wesley R. Young

There are countless varieties of poker games that you can play. Most of them are not available in casinos, which focus on a few well-known styles. Learn to play different varieties of draw poker which allows the player to trade in cards.

By Wesley R. Young

Whether you're playing at a casino or on the Internet it takes knowledge and inside information to be a winner. Learn the techniques for the numerous variations of poker -- we’ll teach you Texas Hold'em, Omaha 7-Card Stud and many more. Try your hand!

By Wesley R. Young

Whether you're playing traditional or online bingo, whether you believe in luck or "playing the odds," the rules and etiquette are largely the same. Get your basic bingo primer here.

By Andrew Bowser

Craps is a fast-moving casino table game. An average speed at a busy blackjack table runs around 60 hands per hour, but the house expects about 100 decisions per hour at craps. Learn to play.

By John Grochowski

Of all the casino games, blackjack is the one that is actually possible to beat. As a result, blackjack is by far the most popular table game in the United States. Learn how to play -- and increase your odds of winning.

By John Grochowski

Derived from the European games of chemin de fer and punto banco, baccarat is a game of mystery to the betting public even though it's a staple of American casinos. Learn how to play baccarat.

By John Grochowski

Roulette is a game of pure chance that doesn't require skill. The key is to know how to bet and when to cut your losses before the wheel stops. Learn how to play roulette.

By John Grochowski

Keno's roots are in China and the game was brought to the United States by Chinese immigrants in the late 1800s. Now it can be found in most casinos. Ready to learn how to play?

By John Grochowski

Video poker adds an aspect that slot machines don't offer -- the elements of skill and challenge. Players have decisions to make that can affect the outcome of the game. Learn how to play video poker effectively by understanding the deck and different hands.

By John Grochowski

We all know the statistics on the lottery and the odds of winning. Well, there are many schools of thought on how to determine patterns in numbers or how to get luck on your side. Learn about alternative lottery strategies.

By Jo Mason

Nationwide total annual lottery sales have grown into the billions of dollars. In many states, all it costs to take a chance on changing your life forever is $1. Where else can you buy a dream for a dollar?

By Jo Mason

For generations of Americans, casino gambling meant Las Vegas and the name evoked glamour or tacky glitz. Today, casinos are dotting the landscape in many more places -- even on the Web. Learn the basics of casino gambling.

By John Grochowski

Slot machines are more popular than table games at casinos — the personal interaction with dealers at the tables is often intimidating to some. On the slots, it's just you and the machine.

By John Grochowski & Yves Jeffcoat

Looking for an entertaining game to play when you don't have a foursome? Knaves is an easy trick-taking card game for three -- just remember to avoid the jacks! Learn how to play.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

The many names of this game -- Chicago, Saratoga, Newmarket, Stops, Boodle, and others -- show its far-reaching appeal. Though played with cards and chips, it doesn't involve betting. Learn how to play.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.