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Tourist found guilty after stealing Las Vegas flamingo from enclosure
The man testified that he snatched Peachy from its enclosure at the Flamingo hotel and casino after drinking 30 to 40 beers, but did not mean any harm.
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MMGY’s Biggest Deal Brings Las Vegas Marketing and Lobbying Into Its Fold
MMGY Global is combining with R&R Partners, the marketing agency behind Las Vegas’ “What Happens Here, Stays Here” campaign that also holds a lobbying arm in Nevada. MMGY said the transaction is the largest in its four-decade history, creating an organization with more than 800 employees and bringing in R&R’s offices in Nevada, Washington, D.C., […]
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Musical trailblazer Lakecia Benjamin: From chasing Prince to touring with Stevie Wonder
In this interview with FRANCE 24's Culture editor Eve Jackson, saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin looks back at her distinguished career. From trying to sneak into Prince's Las Vegas shows to catching the attention of Stevie Wonder, the six-time Grammy-nominated musician has carved out a career working with some of the biggest names in music, from Missy Elliott and Jay-Z to Alicia Keys. In 2023, her album "Phoenix", recorded after a near-fatal car accident, earned three Grammy nominations and marked a turning point in her career.
Weather
Storm Rachel batters Southern California, brings flooding to Las Vegas
Large waves from the post-tropical cyclone battered homes in Long Beach, and brought flooding to parts of Las Vegas near the famed Strip.
Sports
Allen submits Duncan to derail Briton's title hopes
Brendan Allen submits Christian Leroy Duncan in the fifth round in Las Vegas to derail the Briton's middleweight title aspirations.
Travel
Barry Diller Withdraws MGM Resorts Bid Worth $18 Billion
People Inc. walked back its takeover bid but emphasized confidence in MGM, with Barry Diller open to a “range of alternatives.”
Entertainment
Living Las Vegas as a local without stepping on a casino
Its green areas, its history, the obsession that vegasians feel for immersive experiences, free live music and its ever better scene 'foodie' will make you barely see a slot machine in this American city famous for them