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Las Vegas is the hardest working city in the world- all that glitz doesn't just happen out here in the desert, baby. Sometimes, the glamour seems effortless... other times, you can see past the flashing lights and the sequinned facade to the industry grind behind it all.

Celine Dion's 'permanent' show at Caesars Palace appears to take place naturally and organically. Elton John's 'replacement' show for when Celine ...

As yes, Las Vegas...the city of lights...the town that never sleeps.  In a city of big lights, big dreams and big money, it is truly an adult playground.  Popularized over ...

 Now in its third year, the Boulder Dam Short Film Festival welcomes a slew of 100 aspiring filmmakers this weekend, whittling down the entries until Sunday afternoon, when only the "Best of the Fest" remains. As the name implies, each film is under 40 minutes long and the event takes place in Boulder City, with screenings at the American Legion Hall, 508 California Avenue. Tickets are ...

 In honor of Black History month, the Clark County Library and the Las Vegas Jazz Society have teamed up to present a free concert to educate children on the beauty of jazz. Featuring classic pieces made famous by the likes of Louis Armstrong and Billie Holiday, the performance will be a real kick in the pants for kids and parents both. The concert is today from ...

 Las Vegas' beginnings are scandalous, provocative, and nothing short of legendary. Brush up on your Las Vegas Mafia history with these recommended books:

Beyond the Mafia: Italian Americans and the Development of Las Vegas, by Alan Richard Balboni

The Black Book and the Mob: The Untold Story of the Control of Nevada's Casinos, by Ronald A. Farrell and Carole Case

The Enforcer: Spilotro --- ...

 Last night was a proud night for all Prince fans and an even prouder one for Las Vegas Prince fans when the "Purple Rain" artist gave what the Associated Press calls "one of the best Super Bowl half-time shows --- ever." Proving there was more to him than flamboyant clothes or flash-in-the-pan pop stardom, Prince rattled off guitar riffs and soulish vocals that entertained and thrilled. Want to catch him live ...

 Tonight at the Mandalay Bay Events Center, Anderson Silva (Brazil) takes on Travis Lutter (South Dakota) in the UFC middleweight championship. Dana White, president of the UFC, told the press that "this is the opportunity of a lifetime" for Lutter, of reality-show fame, to fight Muay Thai wrestling expert Silva. Other fights include Patrick Cote vs. Scott Smith, and John Halverson vs. Roger Huerta. Doors open for the much-anticipated five-round fight at 4:30pm. Tickets ...

 FastKart Speedway, located at Sport Center right off the Strip, is the place where race car driver wannabes satisfy their need for speed-- kind of. The 25-mile-an-hour go-carts careening along the 1,150-foot track aren't exactly Ferraris, but they are painted like miniature NASCAR cars and go neck-and-neck the whole way. The track features hairpin curves and a computerized system that scores the winners, so it's an exciting ride and perfect for the family. Open ...

 George Strait, one of the most beloved country music singers of our time, is coming to the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, February 3rd at 8pm. Mr. Strait has been nominated a record 71 times for various awards by the Academy of Country Music and has a string of hit records, not to mention his own western-style clothing line. The tickets for his upcoming performance are going fast and range ...

 The Enterprise needs you. Get to your post at The Star Trek Experience in Las Vegas and take a walk through the Enterprise's bridge, witness a full-on Klingon space battle, and peruse tons of Star Trek memorabilia at the History of the Future Museum. Afterwards (Klingon battles are grueling), get a foaming alien drink at the Quark Bar, located along the Deep Space Nine Promenade, and stock up on much-needed Spock and Captain Picard ...