Festivals have long been times for gambling, from Saturnalia’s playful bets to...

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Festivals have long been times for gambling, from Saturnalia’s playful bets to Diwali’s teen patti games and Lunar New Year mahjong. These events often used calendars to mark a clear end to the risky fun, keeping it in check