In The News: Department of History
Billionaire buyers circling two of the biggest casino companies on the Las Vegas Strip are raising fresh questions about what comes next for tens of thousands of hospitality jobs in Southern Nevada, especially as more properties experiment with electronic gaming and automation.
From the pronunciation of the state’s name to the existence of nefarious underwater creatures, we’ll fill you in on what’s true, false, or unconfirmed about Nevada.
Barry Diller, the media mogul behind entertainment companies including People Inc., Paramount Pictures and USA Network, is trying to take over MGM Resorts International, a move that could bring his entertainment portfolio from television screens to the Las Vegas Strip’s casino floors. Diller already owns about a quarter of the company and is now seeking the whole business.
The much-anticipated move would give Fertitta control of one of the largest gaming companies in the world and put him in direct competition with MGM.
The much-anticipated move would give Fertitta control of one of the largest gaming companies in the world and put him in direct competition with MGM.
The much-anticipated move would give Fertitta control of one of the largest gaming companies in the world and put him in direct competition with MGM.
Tilman Fertitta’s history in Las Vegas extends back to when he bought the Golden Nugget more than 20 years ago, he is also the biggest shareholder in Wynn Resorts.
Billionaire hospitality mogul Tilman Fertitta is acquiring Caesars Entertainment for almost $6 billion, a merger that would create one of the largest gaming empires.
A community that welcomed California travelers north to Las Vegas faces uncertain future.
Paul Laxalt died on August 6, 2018, four days after turning ninety-four. He was both a governor and a U.S. senator. He did a lot to shape modern Nevada, and had a bigger impact on America and the world than many realize. He was known as Tall Paul. Physically, he wasn’t a giant. But he’s a towering figure in our history.
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