A religious community provides the context within which people can find inspiration and ideas, and it is the structure which sanctions and rewards their behaviour. Its systems of beliefs, promises and taboos give them a framework to feel at home…
Injuries and Risks of Team Sport
Whether you are watching the Olympic Games, a major league game or a local school match, Team sport is an adrenaline pumping display of athleticism and teamwork. However, like all sports, team sport can pose certain risks and dangers. Injuries…
How to Win More Often at Poker
Poker is a card game in which players place bets (either money or chips) into an ever-growing pot during each betting round. The player with the highest ranked hand of cards at the end of each round wins the pot.…
The Risk of Problem Gambling
Gambling is the wagering of something of value on a random event with the intent to win something else of value. There are many forms of gambling, including lottery, casino games (e.g. slots, table games), sports betting and scratch-offs. The…
What is a Lottery?
Lottery is a game of chance in which participants pay a fee to enter and have a chance to win a prize. It may include a single stage competition, or multiple stages where entrants need skill to advance. It is…
Understanding the Basics of Law
Law is a set of social and governmental institutions that creates a framework to ensure a peaceful society. It is enforced through mechanisms that can punish those who break the rules by imposing sanctions. Law has many purposes, but the…
How to Win at Sports Betting
Winning in sports betting requires a knowledge of the sport and its history, an analytical approach, discipline, and a long-term mindset. It’s also important to realize that even the best system will have losses at times, as the house takes…
The Importance of Technology in Higher Education
Technology includes everything from the physical infrastructure (cables, patch panels, and network closets) to the software, devices, and IT services that help processes, store, secure, generate, and transmit information. It also encompasses the tools and techniques that a discipline uses…
Automobiles
Automobiles are wheeled vehicles that are powered by an internal combustion engine using a volatile fuel. They are usually used to transport people and cargo, but can also be equipped for special purposes like fire fighting, sanitary, mobile cranes, or…
Traveling and Hotels – How to Save Money When You Stay in a Hotel
Traveling is one of the best ways to experience new cultures and learn more about yourself. It is also a great way to relax and get away from the stress of everyday life. While it can be expensive, there are…