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What to Look for When Choosing a New Betting Site

If you are looking for a new site to bet on, you have come to the right place. Betting is a popular form of entertainment all over the world because it adds that little extra excitement to any sports match. With a good betting site, you can bet from anywhere you want, and on any sport you like. However, finding just the right site can be a hassle, and also a time-consuming task. This is why we have created this guide to what you should look for in a betting site. 

Safety first

First of all, you need to make sure that the site you want to use is safe. There are many sites out there, and some of them are not as good. If you ever find yourself on a site that does not look legit, then you should exit immediately. You can spot unsafe sites in different ways, for example by reading the terms and conditions, looking at payment options, and best of all, reading reviews and feedback from others. 

Good offers

Now that you have narrowed down your choice to only the safe sites, it is time to look for some extra good offers that make it more fun to bet. An example is at BetMGM, where you can enter promo codes to get a $250 risk-free bet. You can read more about the offer at https://www.denverpost.com/2021/11/18/betmgm-promo-codes/. These are the kind of features that can really kick-start your betting career. However, remember to always read the guidelines for each offer thoroughly. 

Available sports

If you want to bet on football, soccer, baseball, or basketball, chances are that you will find these sports on any betting site. You can for example bet on DeMarcus Ware, one of the greatest defensive players in Sun Belt Conference history, most places. However, if you are interested in less common sports like dog racing and darts, you might need to look specifically after these when choosing. 

In-app betting?

Many bettors might prefer to wager in apps, to make it even more convenient. Many betting sites have also launched apps for customers to have easy access to any bet they want to make. This is the golden age of sports betting, and we have seen a rise in people who choose to wager on sports lately. This is partly due to how easy it is. You can place any bet directly from your phone with a few taps. This is also why betting apps can be something you should look for when choosing your platform. 

Live to bet

Live betting is for anyone that wants to make the experience even more exciting. Here you bet on events or happenings within a short period of time, while the match is being played. It can for example be if someone will score within the next 15 minutes. For some, it is too stressful, but for others, it is that perfect rush of adrenaline. Make sure the betting site you choose offers live wagering if it is something you want to try.

The Most Popular Sports in the Betting World

For as long as friendly competition has existed, people have partaken in the practice of betting. There is evidence which points to the fact that betting on sports (or other competitions) has existed since the Ancient Era, and the practice has endured today. Sports betting is hugely popular among hardcore gamblers, amateurs, and casual fans of sports alike. 

Of course, as we make advancements in society, our pastimes also advance. Today many betting shops offer pamphlets and statistics which make sports betting easier than ever, even to the casual fan. Sometimes, these statistics can even help people who aren’t fans of the sport, but just like to bet. 

Another way in which sports betting has become easier than ever, is through the advent of online sports betting. As with anything else, the internet has made betting and gambling more convenient than ever before with the advent of online betting shops and online casinos. New online sports betting sites at Helpbet have seen a major boost in traffic recently, as more and more people become interested in betting.

But what sport are people most likely to bet on? In this article we will take a look at just a few of the most popular sports in the betting world, online and offline. 

Tennis

Tennis is one of the most popular sports in the world, played by over sixty million women and men worldwide. In the betting world, tennis is one of the most popular sports. The popularity of tennis betting stems from the ease with which one can place bets on matches, or sets. Live betting is also allowed on tennis matches. People watching the game unfold can make informed decisions and bet on who is going to win a set, or the match overall. 

The one drawback of betting on tennis is that the odds are quite low, however, this drawback can be overcome through a smart combination of bets placed on different outcomes. 

Association Football/Soccer

Football is the most popular sport played globally, so it I only natural that it is also the most popular sport among bettors. In the UK alone, over a billion pounds are spent betting on the outcome of football matches, with that amount being much higher when taking global spending into account. 

Football betting is also incredibly diverse, as people can bet on the outcome of matches, half-times, the performance of individual players, or the performance of a team as a whole. 

Mixed Martial Arts

MMA is quickly becoming a household name, with the popularity of fighters like Connor McGregor, and “Rowdy” Ronda Rousey becoming pop culture icons, even outside the sport. There are many reasons for why Mixed Martial Arts is becoming so popular today, but the main reason likely has something to do with humanity’s primal desire to see two athletes, at the peak of physical excellence, tearing into each other.

With MMA’s growing popularity, also comes the growing popularity of betting on MMA matches and tournaments. Betting on MMA matches is ridiculously easy, as there are only two options. Either one fighter wins, or the other. Bettors can bet on the outcome of a round, or the outcome of an entire match, with varying degrees of stakes. 

Our 2025 Baseball Futures are up

We have updated our Baseball futures, opening the 2025 section of all the new players who will be eligible for Cooperstown that year.

Those former players are:

Adam Jones:  Jones played for Baltimore for the majority of his career, and he was a five-time All-Star, four-time Gold Glove winner and one-time Silver Slugger.  He had 1,939 Hits and 282 Home Runs.

Ben Zobrist:  Zobrist won two World Series Rings, one with Kansas City in 2015, and the year after in Boston, where he was the World Series MVP.  He was also a three-time All-Star.

Brian McCann:  McCann was an Atlanta Brave for the majority of his career, though he won a World Series with the Astros in 2017.  The Catcher was a six-time Silver Slugger and seven-time All-Star.

Carlos Gonzalez:  Gonzalez went to three All-Star Game, won three Gold Gloves, two Silver Sluggers and belted 234 Home Runs.

CC Sabathia:  Sabathia won the 2007 American League Cy Young with Cleveland, and was also a six-time All-Star.  Twice leading the AL in Wins, Sabathia won the World Series with the Yankees in 2009.  His career ended with a 251-161 Record in 3,093 Strikeouts.

Clay Buchholz:  Buchholz was a two-time All-Star and two-time World Series winner with the Red Sox.  He won 90 Games against 69 Losses with 1,024 Strikeouts.

Curtis Granderson:  Granderson had a long career accumulating 1,800 Hits and 334 Home Runs, with three All-Star Game appearances and a Silver Slugger.  He also won the Lou Gehrig Memorial Award in 2015, and the Roberto Clemente Award in 2016.

Dustin Pedroia:  Pedroia played his entire career with Boston, winning two World Series titles, an MVP (2008), and a Silver Slugger.  He is also considered one of the best defensive Second Baseman of his era, capturing four Gold Gloves and three Wilson Defensive Players.  He batted .299 with 1,805 career Hits.

Felix Hernandez:  Hernandez was a Seattle Mariner for all of his games, and he would win the Cy Young in 2010.  A six-time All-Star, Hernandez twice led the AL in ERA, and would finish his career with 2,524 Strikeouts and had a record of 169-136.

Fernando Rodney:  Rodney had 327 Saves and was a three-time All-Star.  He won the 2012 Delivery Man of the Year and as of this writing is in the top twenty in Saves, Games Finished and Games Pitched.

Francisco Liriano:  Liriano went to one All-Star Game and won a World Series Ring late in his career with the Astros in 2017.  He had 1,815 Strikeouts with a 112-114 Record.

Hanley Ramirez:  Ramirez was the 2006 National League Rookie of the Year, and won the Batting Title three years later.  He was also a three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger.

Ian Desmond:  Desmond is a two-time All-Star, three-time Silver Slugger, and the Shortstop had 1,432 Hits with 181 Home Runs.

Ian Kinsler:  Kinsler was a four-time All-Star who had his best seasons with Texas.  He won two Gold Gloves, one Wilson Defensive Player Award, and won a World Series late in his career with Boston (2018).

Ichiro Suzuki:  Suzuki is a member of the 3,000 Hits Club, and if you count what he did in Japan, he has more than any other batter.  The long-time Mariner won the 2001 MVP, 2001 Rookie of the Year, and won three Silver Sluggers, ten Gold Gloves, and was a ten-time All-Star.  Suzuki also won two Batting Titles, led the AL in Hits seven times, and stole 509 Bases.

Jason Vargas:  Vargas had a career record of 99-99, went to the 2017 All-Star Game and won the World Series with Kansas City in 2015.

Kendrys Morales:  Morales was a World Series Champion with the Royals in 2015, and was a one-time All-Star Game participant.

Mark Reynolds:  Reynolds smacked 298 Home Runs over a 12-year career.

Mark Trumbo:  Trumbo went to two All-Star Games, was a one-time Silver Slugger and he won the American League Home Run Title in 2016.  He had 218 Home Runs over his career.

Martin Prado:  Prado went to one All-Star Game and had 1,542 Hits.

Melky Cabrera:  Cabrera won a World Series with the Yankees in 2009 and was an All-Star in 2012.  

Russell Martin:  Martin played at Catcher and was a four-time All-Star, and won one Silver Slugger and Gold Glove.  He also was a two-time Wilson Defensive Player, and had 191 Home Runs.

Troy Tulowitzki:  Tulowitzki played most of his career with Colorado, and went to five All-Star Games while winning two Silver Sluggers and two Gold Gloves.  He had 225 Home Runs in his career.

The entire list can be found here.

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Top Old Love Songs that Everyone Over 60 Remembers

The decade of the 60s is an unforgettable year for many men and women. From different movements and struggles for rights to the captivating love songs that came out, those years are always memorable for many seniors. 

The music genres with their specific notes and sounds reflect the cultures, interests, and hobbies in those eras. Some of the love songs of the 1960s are timeless, meaning that they're still prevalent in many areas.

If you're a senior with memories of those love songs, sharing the feeling with someone who shares the same interests is a great pleasure. Thanks to the increase in dating services, you can easily meet and date a partner around you on the free senior dating sites online. This would be the most straightforward approach towards matchmaking and finding a partner with whom you can start a romantic relationship.

Travel back in time, let's review some of the most popular love songs of those years. Perhaps this nostalgia will remind you of the romantic experiences of when you were young, or perhaps encourage you to date and find love in old age, if that's what you need.

You Can't Hurry Love – The Supremes

This gospel-tinged music track tells a mother's memory that tells her daughter to be patient as she will finally find her special someone. This is one of the first signature songs of The Supremes that was released in 1966.

The band is listed among "The 100 Greatest Artists of All Time" by Rolling Stone magazine. Also, the song You Can't Hurry Love was honored as one of "The 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll" music. In 1982, Phil Collins released a cover version of the song that also became very popular.

Can't Help Falling In Love – Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley, the legendary singer, has the title of "The King of Rock and Roll." He released the rock and roll version of Can't Help Falling In Love in 1961. It became the top song in the UK charts and the second one in America a year later. 

The song was recorded for the movie Blue Hawaii and had a romantic tune set to a French love song called 'Plaisir d'amour' from the 1700s. 

Cupid – Sam Cooke

Known as one of the best hits of Sam Cooke, this ballad was released in 1961. The narrator in this R&B crossover is a man in love who tries to let her favorite woman know of his love and affection.

Most of the materials of Sam Cooke were written by himself, but unfortunately, he passed away at the age of 33. However, during the years he was active in the business, he paved the way for many black artists towards a brighter future in music.

 (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman – Aretha Franklin

Gerry Goffin and Carole King co-write this song. It's one of  “the Queen of Soul” Aretha Franklin biggest hits that brought her a lot of fame. The narrator feels lost in life, but her life changes totally after she meets her love interest.

A Natural Woman and Respect songs of Aretha Franklin turned into anthems for the civil rights movements in those years. She was also a heavy supporter of this cause.

Then He Kissed Me – The Crystals

In this 1963's song, a woman describes love and how a man approaches her at a dance, to whom she gets married. It was inspired by Little Eva, beaten by her boyfriend but excused them as love signs. Rolling Stone placed Then He Kissed Me among "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time."

Summary

The type of music you listen to tells a lot about your intention and mood. It can certainly enhance your emotions and mood, especially the love songs of the 1960s. If you have memories with these songs, the online dating services dedicated to seniors help you find soulmates with the same interests. It's fast and easy and won't take you much effort.