Celebrity

Billy Idol rocks Pearl at the Palms; parties at On The Record

Saturday night in Las Vegas, Chris Rock and Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers hit the new speakeasy/club/cool hang On The Record after the Lady Gaga’s rollicking “Enigma” performance (when Bradley Cooper sauntered to the stage to sing “Shallow”).

Michael Jackson’s family calls documentary a ‘public lynching’

Michael Jackson’s family members said Monday that they are “furious” that two men who accuse him of sexually abusing them as boys have received renewed attention because of a new documentary about them

Lady Gaga, UNLV program promote jazz in Las Vegas

“We are teaching the next great musicians, and promoting jazz as a true American art form,” UNLV Jazz Studies department head and conductor Dave Loeb says. “It seems Lady Gaga is, too.”

Human Nature, favorites on Las Vegas Strip, mark 10th year in valley

The Aussie quartet of Phil Burton, Toby Allen and brothers Andrew and Mike Tierney, are not planning to move anywhere soon, either. The foursome last week signed a three-year extension running through March 2022.

‘Miss Bala’ star Gina Rodriguez on Latinos being heard in Hollywood

As a girl growing up in Chicago, the youngest of three daughters, Gina Rodriguez had some lofty dreams. “I was 14 when Idecided I wanted my own TV show. But it was tough. I didn’t see color on the small screen. I used to think we didn’t exist.Latinos weren’t part of the conversation.”

Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper light up stage on Las Vegas Strip

Bradley Cooper showed up at Lady Gaga’s performance at Park Theater on Saturday night. He also showed up onstage for the Oscar-nominated aong “Shallow” from “A Star Is Born.”

field	question	answer
i_1	I'm staying on the Strip. What's a must-see attraction?	The Las Vegas Strip is full of iconic sights. We narrowed down the list to a handful that you can check out for free or at a (relatively) low cost. The attractions range from a free, 14,000-square-foot garden at Bellagio to riding a gondola through the Venetian, as well as The High Roller, Shark Reef, Sphere Experience, rides at the Strat and The Fountains of Bellagio. Check out the attractions.
i_2	Where should I grab a drink in downtown Las Vegas?	As the downtown Arts District has grown in recent years, so has its bar scene. We highlight five of the best spots to grab a cold one or a high-end cocktail. This list has something for everyone, including a punk rock dive bar, a hidden experimental cocktail bar, locals' favorites and many more. Stop by Liquid Diet, Velveteen Rabbit, Berlin Bar, Rebar, Garagiste and others. Check it out.
i_3	What are the most unique experiences in Las Vegas?	Plenty of gems throughout the Silver State await those who are willing to wander outside of the Las Vegas Valley. For those with desert wanderlust — or who would enjoy a skydiving free fall with views of Hoover Dam at 120 mph — the list is fodder for bucket lists and exploration. It also includes a hot spring in ghost town Gold Point, mining Nevada's state gemstone, climbing Mount Whitney near Reno, zip-lining the Fremont Street Experience and clear-boat canoeing on Lake Tahoe. Read the guide.
i_4	What are some family-friendly things to do in Las Vegas?	The first day of school is fast approaching for K-12 students, but there’s still time for summer fun. Whether the family wants to get up close and personal with wildlife, explore nature, experience immersive art or cool off in a nice pool, Las Vegas offers something for everyone before school bells toll again Aug. 12. This includes seeing big cats at Lion Habitat Ranch, the Flamingo wildlife habitat, the "origins of Las Vegas" at Springs Preserve and more. See our guide.
i_5	Which resort pools admit Las Vegas locals?	As the sun beats hotter and hotter on the Las Vegas Valley throughout the summer, locals without an easy way to cool down may find themselves jealous of the tourists relaxing on their poolside lounge chairs. But there’s no need for bad vibes. Several resorts around the Las Vegas Valley allow area residents into their resort pool areas — some even for free, like Palms and Park MGM. Get your swim on.
i_6	I want to hit the club but don't know where to start. Where should I go?	Twenty-thousand-pound chandeliers, lighting rigs designed to look like spacecraft and $40,000 bottle service. No, there’s nothing quite like the nightlife scene in Las Vegas. But with so many high-end clubs vying for your dollar (dollars by the thousand, to be more accurate), where to begin? Right here with this guide to some of the biggest and best spots on the Strip: Drai's, Hakkasan, Marquee, Omnia and others.