Business
January 21, 2026
MGM Goes Green in Vegas with 100% Solar-Powered Daytime Electricity
MGM Resorts International was pleased to report having reached what it called a “significant milestone” in its renewable energy strategy. According to the international casino and hospitality giant, its Las Vegas Strip casinos are now 100% powered by solar energy, at least during daytime. MGM Secures Extra Solar Energy to Minimize Its Carbon Footprint In […]
Casino
January 21, 2026
33% of Canadians Would Criticize Family, Friends for Traveling to the US
Most Canadians know – not every American is an insult-spitting bigot, but this does not mean they should be cut slack either. After all, they put the man in the White House. This is essentially the conclusion of a new Abacus poll, which has indicated that at least 33% of Canadians would take issue, or […]
Sports
January 20, 2026
Brawl at Wynn Las Vegas Between Two of the Vargas Brothers
Video of a fight between the sons of a former boxing legend has been blowing up. The brawl was between two pro boxers, Fernando Vargas Jr. and his younger brother Amado Vargas, who are the sons of Fernando “El Feroz” Vargas. Their brawl was filmed by the spectators and soon after went viral. Instead of […]
Industry
January 19, 2026
Casinos Around Hard Rock’s Guitar Hotel Fight for Skyline Dominance
Although still only half complete, the Hard Rock’s Guitar Hotel tower already dominates views of the Las Vegas Strip, eclipsing LED signs and igniting a “billboard war” as neighboring casinos scramble to outshine the building with their own lights. Hard Rock Guitar Hotel Continues to Grow Rapidly Hard Rock’s 660-foot Guitar Hotel is set to […]
Industry
January 19, 2026
NGCB Says Resorts World Las Vegas Could Have Avoided $10.5M Fine
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) said Resorts World Las Vegas could have avoided last year’s $10.5 million anti–money laundering fine (the second-largest in state history) if it had established a board of directors. What Prompted the NGCB’s Comments? The comment comes from NGCB member George Assad after the board voted to ban Mathew Bowyer, the […]
Casino
January 19, 2026
Nevada Lawmakers Fight DHS Plan They Claim Hurts Tourism
Nevada’s federal lawmakers are asking the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to reconsider a suggested revamp of entry rules for international travelers. They caution that the plan might worsen the state’s economic troubles and put off much-needed tourists. Nevada Officials Raise Alarm Over Stricter Entry Requirements for Tourists In a letter to Homeland Security Secretary […]
Sports
January 15, 2026
Nevada Wants Life Ban for Ohtani-Linked Bookmaker
Nevada gaming regulators are moving to permanently shut the door on Mathew Bowyer, the illegal bookmaker tied to Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter, after assessing his conduct this week. On Wednesday, the Nevada Gaming Control Board voted to recommend that Bowyer be added to the state’s Black Book, which would ban him for life from entering […]
Industry
January 13, 2026
Tesla Robovans to Be Used in the Las Vegas Loop
The Boring Company’s president, Steve Davis, said that the Las Vegas Loop will have Tesla Robovans once the transportation system expands further through the city and the existing fleet of normal Teslas reaches 1,200 vehicles. Boring Company President Announces the Loop Will Use Robovans Said Robovans, which are not yet built, are electric self-driving pod-like vehicles […]
Casino
January 13, 2026
Mary J. Blige Announces First Las Vegas Residency
Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Mary J. Blige is getting ready to bring her legendary talent to Las Vegas for the first time. On Monday, January 12, the “Be Without You” singer announced her debut Vegas residency, Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story, at Dolby Live at Park MGM, set for May and July. “Something […]
Industry
January 12, 2026
Harry Reid International Airport Unveils Sweeping Modernization Plan
Harry Reid International Airport is poised to undergo a long-overdue transformation as Clark County officials move ahead with a modernization plan for the airport that may soon become a bottleneck for Las Vegas if left unchanged. The pressure was evident during last week’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), when tens of thousands of visitors poured into […]
