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McCarran airport evacuated after fire in baggage claim
Flyers had a bit more excitement than usual when arriving at McCarran International Airport this Saturday. Authorities reported a small fire had started beneath baggage claim inside Terminal 1, though no damage or injuries occurred. McCarran International Airport has seen record numbers this last May, and expects significant increases from both tourists and through-traffic. The evacuation that occurred interrupted the regular operation of the terminal, but was well conducted, showing the readiness of emergency response staff. Read more…
Psycho Las Vegas taps Misfits to fill Saturday-night headliner role
It was disappointing news earlier this month when Megadeth canceled most dates in their 2019 tour, including a scheduled performance at Psycho Las Vegas. But fans were more concerned for frontman Dave Mustaine who had been diagnosed with throat cancer. Now, news has broken that the festival—set for August 16-18 at Mandalay Bay Events Center—has found a replacement for the Saturday-night headliner. The Misfits, godfathers of the New Jersey horror-punk scene, will be taking the stage. Read more…
Las Vegas strip clubs sued by Carmen Electra and Lucy Pinder over images in ads
In some mildly interesting news, twelve professional models are suing five Las Vegas strip clubs, alleging their photos have been used for advertising without permission or payment. It appears that the likes of Lucy Pinder and Carmen Electra may not have frequented those establishments, after all. Each club has been named in separate federal civil lawsuits this month, accusing them of violations of the federal Lanham Act. The false and misleading use of the models’ images in advertising is to blame. Read more…
Paul McCartney and Steven Tyler share stage in Las Vegas
In a rare treat, Paul McCartney brought out a surprise guest at his concert in Las Vegas this Friday. Steven Tyler, of Aerosmith fame, joined with the Beatles star to sing “Helter Skelter” to the applause of the crowd. “We have a special guest for you: Mr. Steven Tyler,” McCartney told his audience at the T-Mobile Arena during the encore. Tyler came onstage armed with his signature scarf-covered microphone stand. The singers didn’t wait a moment before they launched into their song. Read more…
Sahara returns as SLS changes name
The long rumored change has happened. The SLS Hotel and Casino here in Las Vegas is taking back up its old name, the Sahara. Almost an institution, the Sahara hotel is iconic of old Vegas, and hosted the Rat Pack, Jerry Lewis Telethon, and Beatles. Its Arabian theme was part of a gaudy, but nostalgic period where Sin City focused more on vice and gaming. “Sahara is such a recognizable name,” Paul Hobson said, the SLS general manager. Read more…
5G comes to Las Vegas
Las Vegas joins the growing list of cities getting 5G service from AT&T. The new coverage is part of the latest upgrades by AT&T. Sin City is the latest of 20 cities that will get 5G+ service. And don’t get confused, since AT&T already offers the similarly named 5G E, which is something different (that is, 5G E is not 5G). But there are some caveats about the new 5G+ service. Read more…
Lady Gaga in full form after fall
Nothing stops a star. If her latest stage-performance is telling, Lady Gaga has recovered fully from her fall on stage during her concert set Thursday, May 30, here in Las Vegas. During a performance of her 2011 single “Judas,” the major icon, 33, gave the audience a little more than expected as she slipped from a robot arm prop. Luckily, her fall was arrested by two backup dancers who were able to catch her before much harm. Read more…
Beat the heat with a cool Slurpee treat
Hot enough for you? Contrary to the evangelists on the Strip, Las Vegas is not Hell on Earth, but it is almost as hot. And when it gets too warm for you, your comfort is at risk, even your health. But there is a new solution to the problem. If you don’t want to be tied to casino air conditioning, catch a refill of your novelty cup at Fat Tuesday, or tempt fate with one of the colorful street vendors selling suspicious bottles of water, just order on the go with the newest service to hit Las Vegas: Slurpee delivery. Read more…
Palms faces worker strike
The Palms casino resort here in Las Vegas is facing a picket by employees who are members of the Culinary Union. The employees will be joined by other hospitality workers, and employee rights advocates. The issue stems from management’s refusal to bargain with the union. In April 2018, the workers voted to unionize, but Station Casinos, owner of the Palms, refused to negotiate. The National Labor Relations Board determined Station Casinos has been “failing and refusing to bargain collectively and in good faith” with the Culinary Union. Read more…
The Grid is the new experience at Hakkasan
Always keeping at the cutting edge, Las Vegas offers a new attraction at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino. Anyone familiar with the Strip knows the flashing lights and dazzling displays, like a volcanic eruption at the Mirage, or the Bellagio fountain. Even Lady Gaga has a water spectacle of her own. But the coolest addition is an indoor light show you have to see. Hakkasan, the amazing mega club at the MGM Grand, unveiled a new art kinetic light installation. Read more…