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Las Vegas police confirmed Tuesday that they served a search warrant this week in connection with the long-unsolved killing of Tupac Shakur, propelling the case back into the spotlight nearly 30 years after his death. Shakur, one of the most prolific figures in hip-hop, was killed on the night of Sept. 7, 1996, in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas.

Slamball, the thrilling fusion of basketball, football, gymnastics, and hockey, is set to make a long-awaited return after nearly 15 years. In Las Vegas, eight teams will compete over four weeks for the Series 6 title, with ESPN broadcasting every exhilarating game.

Brittney Griner, a prominent player for the Phoenix Mercury, showcased her skills in the WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday, July 15. This marked her first appearance since her release from a Russian penal colony in December of the previous year. During the game held in Las Vegas, Griner, a nine-time WNBA All-Star, displayed her prowess by contributing 18 points to her team's success.

It’s early days for Star Entertainment’s refinancing, but the deal is shaping up as one of the year’s hottest – with plenty of interest from major credit funds.

Sabrina Ionescu smashed the records of the NBA and WNBA in the three-point contest on Friday and won the crown. The New York Liberty’s point guard Sabrina Ionescu created history when she scored 37 out of 40 possible points by hitting 25 out of 27 possible shots. She sunk the NBA record of 31 set by Steph Curry in 2021 and Tyrese Haliburton in 2023. Besides, she also smashed the WNBA record of 30 set by Allie Quigley in 2022. Reacting to the feat, Allie Quigley congratulated Sabrina calling it ‘unbelievable.’ Steph Curry called it ‘ridiculous.’ There can be no higher compliment when basketball superstars like Quigley and Curry say this. Seattle Storm’s Sami Whitcomb who came second with 22 points and Dallas Wings’ Arike Ogunbowale who finished third with 11 points came nowhere near Sabrina and they cannot be compared. In the game of a three-point contest, players take five shots from five different locations around the three-point line. They also make two attempts from a deeper range. Each rack has four balls, and each ball has one point. The multi-colored ball has two points. A player gets three points for a deeper shot. Each player must choose one rack and the five balls have two points. Sabrina hit each of her chosen balls.Sabrina Ionescu will participate in the 2023 WNBA All-Star game at the Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas. Las Vegas Aces’ A’ja Wilson, Indiana Fever’s Aliyah Boston, and Phoenix Mercury’s Brittney Griner may also take part in the game.

Taylor Swift's Eras tour has been a massive success, projected to earn a staggering $1.4 billion, which would make it the highest-grossing tour ever, according to Forbes. The first 22 performances of the tour alone brought in over $300 million, as reported by Pollstar. After deducting concert promoters and production costs, Forbes estimates that Swift earned around $100 million from these shows.

Comma Bookstore and Social Hub, three years ago in Flint, Michigan, the pandemic was full blown. But her neighbors welcomed the literature and art she sold in her store that celebrated people of color, as well as the community programs she hosted. Despite the warm reception, Otis quickly found that she had a sales problem: Her customers wanted to pay with their cellphones.

Death Valley National Park continues to attract visitors despite the ongoing heat wave in the United States. Although most visitors during this time of year only venture a short distance into the park, known as the lowest, hottest, and driest place on Earth, before retreating to the comfort of air-conditioned vehicles, according to reports. Even with temperatures expected to surpass 54.4 degrees Celsius this weekend, there are still individuals willing to brave the extreme heat in pursuit of the park's unique experiences. Hiking trail signs caution against venturing out after 10 am, as nighttime temperatures are predicted to remain above 32.2 degrees Celsius. The hottest temperature ever recorded in Death Valley was 56.6 degrees Celsius in July 1913, according to the park service. Other parks also have established warnings for hikers. Every year, over 1.1 million people visit the Death Valley National Park. The desert park is located across a portion of the California-Nevada border to the west of Las Vegas. Death Valley National Park, which spans over 13,848 square kilometers, is the largest national park in the lower 48 states excluding Alaska and Hawaii. Approximately one-fifth of the park's visitors arrive during June, July, and August. Many are enticed to explore the park, even beyond the recommended cutoff times. Engaging in physical activities under such extreme heat can make the conditions even more unbearable, leaving people feeling exhausted. Even after sunset, the sunbaked rocks, sand, and soil continue to radiate heat.

2023 WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday, July 15. The game this year includes a rematch between the captains of the New York Liberty and the Las Vegas Aces, Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson. You can find all the details you need about the event here, including the start time, TV channel, available streaming services, and the entire rosters for both teams.

A man accused of instigating a hostage standoff and throwing furniture from a 21st-floor window at Caesars Palace on the Las Vegas Strip is a fugitive wanted for kidnapping in another state

The NCAA has found 175 infractions of its sports-betting policy since 2018, and there are 17 active investigations

Police say a man was arrested and a woman described as his hostage was released unharmed after an hourslong standoff in a room at the Caesars Palace resort on the Las Vegas Strip

Elon Musk, has joined forces with two prominent UFC champions. According to TMZ, Mark Zuckerberg has dedicated the past few days to intense training sessions alongside two UFC champions: Israel Adesanya, the middleweight champion, and Alexander Volkanovski, the featherweight champion. Following Saturday night's UFC 290 showcase in Las Vegas, both fighters immediately traveled to Zuckerberg's residence in Northern California to assist him in his preparations.

NBA enthusiasts waited for hours as Victor Wembanyama made his debut in the Las Vegas Summer League. Thousands of his fans bought the ticket for USD 150 and queued up at the gate of Thomas and Mack Arena for hours to secure a good seat so they could see the 7 ft3 big man in action for the first time. Fans packed the arena, craned for a better view of the debutant. Superstars like DeMar DeRozan, Trae Young, and the former great Kareem Abdur Jabbar reached there to applaud the new player. Wembanyama did not disappoint the crowd completely, but he could not shine beyond a point as well. He blocked pick number 2 Brandon Miller’s 3-point attempt and air-balled a 3 in the second quarter. But he struggled with his positioning and it appeared that he needed more strength to reach his spots effectively.Kai Jones was the player who received the greatest cheers. Acknowledging that his game was not up to the expectations, Wembanyama told journalists after the game that he did not know what he was doing o the court and that he would learn many things from the next game. His first game will be remembered as a dud.

Britney Spears reportedly accidentally hit herself in the face while trying to get the attention of NBA star Victor Wembanyama, at a popular Las Vegas hotel. Las Vegas police have confirmed the details of the incident, shedding light on what transpired that evening. The incident took place at Catch, a celebrity hotspot located inside the Aria Hotel in Las Vegas.

NBA Summer League, also known as Las Vegas Summer League, is set to kick off in Las Vegas on Friday, July 7, following the recent crowning of the Denver Nuggets as the NBA Season 2022-23 champions. With the draft having showcased 58 promising prospects and trade rumors buzzing on social media, basketball enthusiasts are in for a treat. Not only will top picks like Victor Wembanyama, Brandon Miller and Scoot Henderson aim to make strong impressions, but the tournament also provides lesser-known players with an opportunity to secure a spot on the roster in the upcoming season.

Kelly Mountain’s father had a hard time believing him when he called to share the news that a $3 bet just turned his son into a millionaire.

The Las Vegas skyline has a multitude of over-the-top visual splendour, but the latest addition, called theMSG Sphere, makes Sin City stand out on a whole new level.

Meta's Threads racked up more than 30 million sign-ups within about 18 hours of its launch, emerging as the first real threat to Elon Musk-owned Twitter, as it took advantage of its access to billions of Instagram users and a similar look to that of its rival. Dubbed as the «Twitter-Killer», Threads was the top free app on Apple's App Store in the UK and the U.S. on Thursday.

By Aditya Soni

Keke Palmer's boyfriend and baby daddy Darius Jackson was trolled by social media users for objecting to the actor-singer's revealing outfit. Keke, 29, was seen in a black bodysuit under a sheer dress while she attended singer Usher's Las Vegas residency on Wednesday, July 5.