Festivals have long mixed celebration with gambling, but cultures often set...

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Festivals have long mixed celebration with gambling, but cultures often set clear limits to keep the fun in check. Take Saturnalia, where games wrapped up by a set day, or Diwali’s teen patti played only during the holiday