To some the game of chess has died with the advent of computers, but I believe that chess set is not dead. Machines will never replace humans, because we care more about what fellow humans do than what machines can do.

Sometimes a movie comes along that just makes you sit up and take notice. And leave the theater wondering how in the world the writers and directors convinced the actors to star in the movie, and the producers to pay for the movie. Sometimes these movies are a flop, but sometimes they are fantastic masterpieces that otherwise never would have been made had it not been for the visionary writers. “Crank: High Voltage,” starring Jason Statham is such a film.

Most people play no limit Texas Holdem poker for fun, but the pros can make considerable money when playing in high stakes games. Poker takes a lot of skill and a little bit of luck. Whether you’re a beginner or an old hand at the tables, knowing when to hold ‘em and when to fold [...]

There’s nothing quite like the drama of a great card game, and Texas Holdem is a favorite in every cardroom and online gaming site in the world. As Holdem becomes more and more popular, the game is attracting lots of new players. However, before beginners even think about playing for money, they should improve their [...]

When you see those games on television, the elegant poker tables where the players sit seem to create a luxurious atmosphere, don’t they? The rich, green fabric in the center, surrounded by the deep, padded rail around the edge creates almost a cocoon that shuts out the rest of the world, as the light shines [...]

You can have many teachers when learning poker, but a reliable way to improve your game, which otherwise could take years to learn at the tables, is to read poker books. There has been a barrage of such books in recent years, as poker has surged in popularity. They are usually written by expert players [...]

Imagine being able to win big poker pots without having to go to a casino. Thanks to the Internet, card fans can play online Texas Holdem any time of the day or night. The bonus of playing at home is that you can access Texas Holdem rules and tips that you wouldn’t have in a [...]

The poker chips you use in a friendly game at home with family or friends are a far cry from the ones used in casinos in Las Vegas or Atlantic City. Among the different types of chips that are out there, those generally used at home games are plastic versions, which were mass produced to [...]

If you’re getting more serious about playing poker as a hobby, or are even considering dabbling in it as a money-making prospect, then you will want to acquire a poker chip set that will suit your needs. There are carrying cases of simple sturdy aluminum, or much more elaborate ones of wood or leather. And [...]

Once you’ve learned the game of poker and have realized that you want to keep playing, you may decide that buying one of the special chip cases is one way for someone to have a consistently enjoyable experience of the game. Such a case can be utilitarian; a mere container for the chips, cards and [...]