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Inside smoky shelters, a fast-paced, illegal card game has taken off in Solomon Islands
In the smoky shelters of the Solomon Islands, the illegal card game 'Pass' is booming. Players like Irene risk it all for a chance at big payouts, while dealers and local bosses make fortunes. Despite frequent police crackdowns, this game i...
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In the smoky shelters of the Solomon Islands, the illegal card game 'Pass' is booming. Players like Irene risk it all for a chance at big payouts, while dealers and local bosses make fortunes. Despite frequent police crackdowns, this game is more than just gambling—it's a lifeline in a struggling economy. #SolomonIslands #CardGames #IllegalGambling #Honiara #Economy
Originally reported by The Guardian.
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