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Christmas in Las Vegas can be as traditional or unconventional as you like! They’ve got everything from twinkling lights and festive shows, to holiday movies and playing in real snow! And we’re going to tell you all about it… This Week in Gambling! If you’re headed to Las Vegas this Christmas season, there’s all sorts of things to keep you in a holiday mood. And what better way to kick off this video and warm your spirits than with a traditional holiday show? Beginning with the Nutcracker Ballet, performing downtown at the Smith Center. Or if you’re like me, you…

MGM Resorts has acknowledged that its summer pricing in Las Vegas sparked a public backlash and forced the company to make rapid changes. Executives said the controversy began when reports surfaced of steep markups on basic items, most notably a $26 bottle of water at one of its Strip hotels. The episode crystallized customer anger about perceived gouging and made pricing a public relations problem for the operator. On an earnings call, MGM Resorts’ leadership admitted the company “lost control of the narrative” and described the episode as a mistake. The CEO said the company reviewed its own practices after…

NoMad Las Vegas, the boutique hotel located atop Park MGM on the Las Vegas Strip, is set to undergo a major rebranding. The property will officially be renamed The Reserve at Park MGM on December 17, 2025. The change marks the end of the NoMad era while keeping the property’s premium accommodations intact. The hotel currently features 293 rooms and suites, all of which will continue operations under the new branding. Several of the property’s signature venues will also be renamed. The NoMad Pool will become The Terrace Pool, the NoMad Library will be called The Library, and the NoMad…

The Caesars Palace poker room has moved back to its original location on the casino floor after a brief absence, reopening with a refreshed setup and fewer tables. The venue closed in August 2024 when the resort needed room for a high-limit slot salon. A temporary poker facility opened in May 2025 in the Appian Way retail promenade, near the statue of David. As of November 2025, the Caesars Palace poker room is once again located adjacent to the sportsbook. The renovated layout includes 16 tables, two fewer than before the closure. The design prioritizes more space and comfort, with…

Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie is defending the strength of sports betting regulations for the US market, even as recent legal troubles involving NBA figures have intensified debate over sports betting regulations. At the same time, members of Congress are renewing demands for tighter federal safeguards in response to scandal. In a guest essay and media interviews, Christie argued that the legal market is proving its value by uncovering manipulative betting behavior that would likely remain hidden in an unregulated environment. He pointed to recent indictments, including those involving NBA and MLB players, as evidence that detection systems built into…

Las Vegas ziplines are an amazing adrenaline pumping way to spend time in Sin City. So This Week in Gambling, we’re looking at five ziplines ranging in height, length, speed, and price to help find the rides that are just right for you! Most everyone who’s visited Las Vegas knows about the ziplines on Fremont Street and the strip. But those aren’t the only rides in town. There are other ziplines that are small enough for the kids and others that are 700 to 800 ft above the ground and more! Let’s begin with the obvious and head to downtown…

Missouri sports betting officially began statewide today, December 1, 2025, opening both mobile and retail wagering after years of legislative debate and a narrow ballot approval. The new framework allows adults 21 and older, physically located within the state, to place bets via licensed mobile apps or at approved casino and retail sportsbook locations. The Missouri Gaming Commission completed a regulatory roll-out in the months ahead of launch to vet operators and finalize compliance rules. On launch day, multiple national operators initiated services in the state, offering mobile apps and retail counters at casinos across the state. The law authorizes…

A Mariah Carey Christmas will once again bring holiday spirit to Las Vegas with a new residency titled “Christmastime in Las Vegas.” The Grammy-winning singer announced a 10-show run at Dolby Live at Park MGM, scheduled from November 28 through December 13, 2025. Performances are set for November 28th and 29th, December 2nd and 3rd, 5th and 6th, 9th and 10th, and December 12th and 13th. The residency continues Carey’s long-standing association with the holiday season, which began with her 1994 hit “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” The song has become a perennial favorite, topping charts around the…

The Chase The Turkey online slot from Dragon Gaming is a light-hearted Thanksgiving-themed online slot that turns a simple farmyard chase into a fast, energetic gaming experience. The game is built on a 5×3 layout with 27 fixed paylines, keeping the action straightforward while still offering enough volatility to create real anticipation on every spin. The game centers on a runaway turkey, and much of the slot’s charm comes from its playful characters, seasonal colors, and cartoon-style aesthetics that give the whole experience an upbeat holiday mood. The expanding wild turkey is the star of the show. When it lands,…

A new report shows Americans’ gambling opinions are more positive than ever, as both participation and public acceptance reach record levels. The survey, conducted by the American Gaming Association, found that 57 percent of adults reported gambling in the past year, the highest level recorded to date. About 30 percent visited a physical casino, while 21 percent placed a sports bet. The survey also highlighted growing public acceptance. Ninety percent of respondents said casino gambling is acceptable for themselves or others, and 62 percent said it was personally acceptable. Casino visitation has surged as well, with roughly 53 percent of…

Check out our review for the Diamond Link Mighty Dwarves Inc, an online slot with 5 reels, 3 rows, and 4 jackpots! The Crazy Bombs are one of several unique features in this Medium to High volatility game, where 5 diamonds landing will award re-spins, and 6 diamonds will trigger the Diamond Link feature and expand the reels! Diamond Link Mighty Dwarves Inc. is an online slot from Greentube that offers a blend of classic fantasy themes and engaging mechanics. The game is set in a vibrant underground world filled with dwarves, gemstones, and treasure-laden mines. Players are greeted with…

Las Vegas F1 has secured a long-term commitment from one of its most prominent Strip partners, as the Grand Prix and Caesars Entertainment announced an extension of their partnership agreement through 2030. The renewal ensures that Caesars will remain a core hospitality and event partner for the race as it continues to establish itself as a major fixture on the global Formula 1 calendar. Organizers described the extension as a continuation of the collaboration that helped launch the modern Las Vegas F1 event in 2023. Caesars Entertainment was one of the inaugural partners supporting the race’s return to the Strip,…

F1 Las Vegas returns this weekend, and Caesars Sportsbook with its William Hill brand are emerging as dominant forces in the betting scene. The sportsbooks have posted aggressive odds, particularly favoring top drivers Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, George Russell and Oscar Piastri. Caesars’ fast-moving offers reflect growing engagement from bettors around the Nevada race. Verstappen is listed at +175, while Norris trails close behind at +230, according to the current odds. George Russell is at +450, with Piastri not far back, underscoring how the sportsbooks anticipate a tight battle at the Circuit of the Strip. Market watchers say the odds…

FanDuel and DraftKings are making a major shift in strategy: they are stepping away from Nevada’s regulated sportsbook market in order to focus on prediction markets under federal oversight. The Nevada Gaming Control Board has confirmed that FanDuel surrendered its gaming licenses, and DraftKings withdrew its pending sportsbook applications. The core of the conflict lies in “sports event contracts,” or prediction-market products. Nevada regulators regard these as incompatible with the state’s traditional gaming model, while FanDuel and DraftKings argue that these contracts should fall under the jurisdiction of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission instead of state gaming boards. FanDuel is…

Resorts World Las Vegas has appointed former Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval as chairman of its board of directors, marking a significant leadership shift for the Strip property as it continues navigating regulatory scrutiny and organizational changes. Sandoval replaces Jim Murren, who will remain involved with the company as chairman emeritus. The decision follows nearly a year of Sandoval’s service on the board. His background includes terms as Nevada’s governor, attorney general, and chairman of the Nevada Gaming Commission, along with experience as a federal judge. Resorts World Las Vegas executives say his combination of regulatory knowledge and state-level leadership will…

Celebrating a Las Vegas Thanksgiving? If you’re headed to Sin City to celebrate, or maybe you’re just sticking around after the big F1 race, we’ve got your holiday shows, activities, attractions, and yes, even turkey dinners! But we begin with Mariah Carey’s Christmas Time in Las Vegas at Park MGM. Her show will feature holiday songs mixed with her hits and performances begin the day after Thanksgiving running through December 13th. Meanwhile, on the other side of the strip, Leona Lewis will take the stage at Venetian for her brand new Starry Night Christmas Residency. Her shows are running now and…