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G&M News

The rapid growth of slot machine vlogs and gambling content on YouTube is developing a new layer of influence around casinos. In this interview, Tiange Xu, a professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas discusses how creators are becoming informal sources of gambling education.

Inc.

A job seeker was told one blunder hurt their professional image after a panel interview. Experts say the decision isn’t entirely shocking.

KSNV-TV: News 3

While end-of-summer travel typically dominates this time of year, experts say travelers may want to begin planning their holiday trips now.

Travel and Tour World

To finish, film tourism will be a massive profit driver along the United States in 2026. Los Angeles, New York City, and Atlanta will reign supreme as the leaders in the booming film tourism sector.

Washington Post

Ditch the PJs, leave cleaning to the pros and use the right tongs.

Covers

A UNLV study found streamers and vloggers primarily focus on betting strategy and game mechanics, while responsible gambling messages remain uncommon despite being linked to higher audience engagement.

Inside Higher Ed

The state’s tuition waiver program for Native American students has been touted as a success. But Nevada higher ed system leaders say state funding hasn’t kept up with the demand for the program.

KSNV-TV: News 3

With the college football and NFL seasons approaching, Nevada’s agreement requiring prediction market operator Kalshi to block certain trades inside the state is drawing attention for its potential impact on local sportsbooks, consumers and similar legal battles nationwide.

FoodDrinkLife

In early June, government officials in Sardinia announced a new ordinance that restricts the use of umbrellas at Punta Molentis Beach for everyone between the ages of 10 and 65. But tourists and residents alike push back, pointing out Sardinia is one of the few beaches where anyone could create a shady spot in the sand.

Las Vegas Review Journal

For Kennedy Escamilla, a bad tip day could ruin the entire week.

Inc.

The new exec team at the 30-year-old cult bakery knows that you think PE is bad for brands. (Sprinkles, anyone?) Now they reveal how they’re taking Magnolia national—while maintaining its soul.

PBS

Women’s sports in Las Vegas are no longer sidelined. They’re part of a growing business that is attracting new teams, new investment, new fans and new players. We look at the growth of women’s sports and how it’s becoming big business.