Lancet’s New Report Studies Effects of Problem Gambling

Effects of problem gambling

Medical journal The Lancet delivered a new report after consulting experts on several subjects to study problem gambling. According to SportsCasting, the study’s conclusions demonstrate “the negative effects of the gaming industry’s involvement with gaming research.” The report also details the ongoing effects of problem gambling on the global population.

The report reads: “This Lancet Public Health Commission should mark the beginning of a serious and sustained effort to apply public health logic as countries and communities respond to the rapidly increasing threat of gambling harms.”

According to the October 24 commission, the global gambling industry could see net losses by bettors totaling nearly $700bn by 2028.

will require sustained effort and cooperation from multiple international actors”

The report goes on to say: “We acknowledge that implementing these recommendations might take time [and] will not be easy. … [It] will require sustained effort and cooperation from multiple international actors. We hope to establish a clear direction for future action that will lead to effective policy design and implementation.”

Research negatively affected by gambling industry

The problem comes from the gaming industry being involved in the research in a manner that empowers gaming operators “to frame compulsive gambling in a way that benefits them whenever they see fit.”

The commission said: “The gambling industry also exerts considerable influence over research into gambling and gambling harms. … [This] helps it to retain control of the framing and messaging surrounding these issues.”

The commission continued by saying: “Framing the problem in this way and narrowly focusing policy attention on a small subset of the people who gamble draws attention away from industry practices and corporate behavior. We must also seriously examine the structures and systems that govern the design, provision, and promotion of gambling products.”

5.5% of women and 11.9% of men engaging in risky gambling

The prevalence of problem gambling throughout the study sample—extrapolated to the global population—presents a view of the scale of problem gambling, and thus the depth of the problem from affected research. The report offered figures as high as 5.5% of women and 11.9% of men engaging in risky gambling, which the report defined as “occasional experience of at least one behavioral symptom or adverse consequence from gambling.”

When extrapolated to a global population, those figures equal 448.7 million people affected by gambling alone, with 80 million adults having experienced problem gambling. The commission points to these figures as proof that gambling “poses a threat to public health.” The commission recommends that regulators strengthen “gambling industry regulation” to combat the effects of gambling, problem gambling, and gambling research affected by the gambling industry.

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Tennessee Becomes First State to Fine Bovada, Issuing $50,000 Penalty

SWAC ups ante

Tennessee’s Sports Wagering Council (SWAC) has finally done what other many other state regulators have likely considered, slapping offshore iGaming operator Bovada with a $50,000 fine.

time to play nice is over

Curaçao-based Bovada has attracted dozens of cease-and-desist letters from US state regulators since the turn of the year, including from SWAC. Now, it appears the regulator has decided the time to play nice is over.

Reinforcing its aggressive stance, a SWAC spokesperson stated it is “pursuing every available remedy to eliminate illegal sportsbooks from Tennessee,” according to Sports Betting Dime. SWAC issued the fine after its investigators “placed bets on Bovada’s platforms on three separate occasions.”

According to industry insiders, the move could prompt other states to follow suit against an offshore operator “notorious for not acknowledging communications” from regulators.

Long form

Over the past year, over a dozen regulators have ordered Bovada to exit their gaming markets. According to multiple media reports, Bovada has mostly gone along with the orders, and blocked access to those 14 states and Washington DC.

the regulator would pursue “all legal remedies and actions” against it

The offshore iGaming operator’s mailroom must be used to opening letters like the one from Ohio Casino Control Commission, which ordered Bovada to stop all activity in the state or the regulator would pursue “all legal remedies and actions” against it.

Bovada, however, never acknowledged the notices from Ohio, Tennessee, or any other state. Nor did it inform the regulators of its plans to restrict access.

Bettors need to know

Tennessee’s decisive move last week was revealed in a press release in which it said Bovada had ignored its cease-and-desist letters. The SWAC ordered Bovada to permit all Tennessee customers to withdraw their funds, while urging bettors to “withdraw their funds immediately.”

SWAC Executive Director Mary Beth Thomas added in the release that Tennessee bettors needed to know that not every iGaming site or app accessible in the state “was licensed to do business here.”

Tennessee and other states will be waiting to see if, unlike the cease and desist letters, Bovada will respond to a fine.

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Caesars Launches Horseshoe Online Casino in Pennsylvania

Caesars Entertainment has launched its Horseshoe Online Casino in Pennsylvania, bringing the brand to both the desktop platform and mobile app. The move comes less than a month after Caesars debuted Horseshoe Online Casino in Michigan.

Pennsylvania does not limit the number of brands or “skins” an online casino operator can have. Horseshoe makes it a trifecta for Caesars in the Keystone State, joining Tropicana and its flagship Caesars site, and bringing the Commonwealth’s total to 23.

a brand with such a storied past deserves an online equivalent that pays respect to the legacy”

“The Horseshoe brand is anchored by a promise to put the player first,” said Caesars Digital Chief iGaming Officer and SVP Matt Sunderland on Monday’s launch. “A brand with such a storied past deserves an online equivalent that pays respect to the legacy it has established in gaming, and that is what we’ve created with Horseshoe Online Casino.”

Customers are reporting that they can log in to Horseshoe using a previously existing Caesars online casino account, but each site’s online wallets are separate. Like with Horseshoe Online Casino in Michigan, players can earn Caesars Rewards for their play and can redeem them at any Caesars property in the US.

In addition to Michigan and Pennsylvania, Caesars plans to launch Horseshoe Online Casino in New Jersey, West Virginia, and Ontario.

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France Scraps Plan to Legalize Online Casinos as Lawmakers Need More Time

French lawmakers have scrapped plans to legalize online casinos to tackle the 6% budget deficit, as the reform needs more consideration.

Budget Minister Laurent Saint-Martin explained the decision on Sunday, saying that the knock-on impact for land-based facilities is currently unclear. Further research is necessary before the government revisits the topic.

nation’s black market was worth up to an estimated €1.5bn ($1.6bn) last year

France is one of just two countries in the European Union, Cyprus is the other, to ban online casinos. The plan was to introduce a 55% tax on the revenue on these online platforms. The nation’s black market was worth up to an estimated €1.5bn ($1.6bn) last year.

One of the big opponents of the idea was Casinos de France, the body representing the interests of over 200 land-based casinos in the country. It claimed online casino legalization could jeopardize large numbers of jobs and lead to extensive closures.

After learning about the proposal’s removal from the upcoming budget, Casinos de France said it is relieved the government listened to concerns and believes “a framework of consultation and constructive dialogue” is necessary for future discussions.

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Aristocrat Becomes First Gambling Technology Company to Secure UAE Vendor License

Aristocrat Gaming has revealed it is the recipient of the first-ever General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) vendor license in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

provide land-based slot machines and online technology and games

The approval allows the Sydney-based company to provide land-based slot machines and online technology and games to licensed commercial operators. Its most noteworthy titles include Buffalo Gold, Dragon Link, and Dollar Storm.

Speaking on Monday about the news, Aristocrat Gaming CEO Hector Fernandez said it’s an honor to be the first global technology provider to get a vendor license, and that the company promises to provide “world-class gaming content, hardware, and services to cater to player interests and financial preferences.”

Wynn Resorts is the only company to earn approval for a commercial gambling license in the UAE, getting the green light last month. It is already building a resort in Ras Al Khaimah that will open in Q1 2027.

The only other operator to get a permit to date is The Game LLC, receiving approval in June to run the UAE Lottery.

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Reno Casino Owner Asks City for Financial Assistance to Build Sports Arena

The owner of Reno’s Grand Sierra Resort is seeking financial assistance from the city to build a sports arena.

Reno casino Grand Sierra arena
A rendering of a proposed $1 billion expansion of the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno. The owner of the casino hotel is seeking city funding to help construct the $400 million arena portion of the development. (Image: The Meruelo Group)

During the city’s Redevelopment Agency Board and City Council meetings last week, representatives from the Meruelo Group, the parent company of the Grand Sierra located southeast of downtown Reno, presented their funding request for the construction of a 10,500-seat arena.

The Meruelo Group, owned by Cuban-American billionaire Alex Meruelo, whose real estate empire includes the Sahara on the Las Vegas Strip, is seeking $97 million in city allocations through a tax increment financing (TIF) plan.

Andrew Diss, Meruelo’s chief strategy officer, told the redevelopment committee that an arena at the casino resort would benefit Reno, making the $97 million tax allocation a smart bet for the city’s economic future. The company forecasts that construction of the $400 million arena would create 5,300 construction jobs and 65 permanent full-time hires.

$1B Development

The Grand Sierra Resort’s proposed arena would likely become the home of the University of Nevada’s men’s basketball team, and possibly, a minor league hockey team (Meruelo owns the NHL’s Arizona Coyotes).

Meruelo is committed to opening a new stadium for the Wolf Pack men’s basketball program and insists the school won’t pay a dollar for the new digs. Nevada’s women’s hoops team would remain at the Lawlor Events Center.

The $400 million arena is only part of the Meruelo Group’s $1 billion expansion plan. Along with the indoor sports complex, the initiative includes a new hotel tower with 865 rooms, 300 affordable housing units, an ice rink, and a 2,400-space parking garage.

Bryan McArdle, the city’s revitalization manager, relayed to the City Council that staff at the Redevelopment Agency determined that the TIF application from Meruelo met the necessary criteria to proceed toward a “review and negotiation of a participation agreement.”

The project is anticipated to serve as a significant economic driver for the city, promoting tourism, enhancing the local entertainment scene, and acting as a centerpiece for redevelopment while adding workforce housing,” McArdle wrote in conclusion.

The Reno City Council voted in favor of hiring a third party to conduct a thorough review of the project’s scope. The contracted consultant will be tasked with completing an independent analysis of the project’s feasibility and financial projections, economic and regional impacts, and propose terms to the public-private partnership and participation agreement.

If allocated the $97 million, the Meruelo Group plans to break ground on the arena in the spring and open the facility before the Nevada men’s basketball team tips off their 2027 regular season. The project’s other components are slated for completion by 2035. 

4-1-1 on TIFs

According to the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, a Massachusetts-based nonprofit think tank that strives to “improve quality of life through the effective use, taxation, and stewardship of land,” tax increment financing allows local governments to promote economic development by earmarking property tax revenue from forecasted increases in assessed values.

TIFs tend to work best in blighted areas, as property values tend to increase when investments are made. That’s why Reno Councilor Jenny Brekhus (Ward 1) voted against the Grand Sierra arena application because the resort isn’t in a blighted neighborhood.

Diss said the casino resort’s proposed expansion would benefit all parts of the city.

“Over the course of the next 10 years, [Meruelo] intends to invest approximately $1 billion into a multiphased development encompassing sports and entertainment, retail, food and beverage, workforce housing, and most importantly — jobs. This will be the largest redevelopment project in the history of Reno,” Diss said.

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From the Dune to the Trop: The Most Earth-Shattering Implosions in Las Vegas History

It starts with The Dune

Exactly 31 years ago, the dust was likely still settling on the biggest non-nuclear explosion in Nevada history. This wasn’t a military exercise though, it was the implosion of the Dune Hotel & Casino, the first case in which the destruction of a Las Vegas landmark was made into a spectacle.

650 pounds of dynamite, with black rifle powder and 600 gallons of aviation fuel

And what a spectacle it was. The implosion utilized 650 pounds of dynamite, with black rifle powder and 600 gallons of aviation fuel mixed in to make the blast as awe-inspiring as it could be. Around 200,000 spectators turned up on the day of October 27, 1993 to watch from the Strip. It was a show for the ages:

Since that date, it has become a hallmark of Las Vegas that historic casinos are destroyed in outlandish fashion – from the Landmark Hotel and Casino right up to the Tropicana Las Vegas earlier this month. VegasSlotsOnline News has listed some of the most amazing implosions below so you can check them out yourself.

Landmark Hotel & Casino

The implosion that followed The Dune was the Landmark Hotel & Casino, and it will forever be immortalized in Tim Burton’s Mars Attack. Video of the implosion was used in the film, playing the part of the Galaxy Hotel that is destroyed by the outer space attackers.

cleared to make way for a 21-acre parking lot to be used by the Las Vegas Convention Center

Inspired by the Space Needle in Seattle, the iconic tower featured a flying saucer-style structure at the top of 31 floors. The property fell into financial trouble and was closed by owner Bill Morris, a Las Vegas lawyer. It was decided it would be cleared to make way for a 21-acre parking lot to be used by the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Significantly smaller than the Dunes event, the implosion used just 100 pounds of dynamite placed in certain locations throughout the first four floors of the tower. Around 7,000 people gathered on the Strip in November 1995 to watch the demolition at 5:37am that morning. A black cloud of dust ascended 150 feet in the air.

Hacienda Hotel Resort & Casino

Unlike the well-known reason for the Landmark’s implosion, there was a lot of secrecy surrounding the Hacienda Hotel Resort & Casino. It was destroyed to be replaced by what was known at the time as “Project Paradise.” It is now common knowledge that that implosion took place to make way for the MGM Resorts International’s Mandalay Bay, one of Las Vegas’ most successful resorts.

The Hacienda was 40 years old at the time of the implosion, which occurred on New Year’s Eve of 1997. It began life as a 256-room motor lodge before growing into a 1,200-room resort, among the first properties to offer family-friendly recreation in Las Vegas, including mini golf and a go-kart track.

attracted 300,000 people, many of whom were already in Las Vegas for New Years Eve

Ultimately, the resort had to make way after struggling to compete with the major resorts on the Strip. Its implosion was broadcast live on the FOX network and attracted 300,000 people, many of whom were already in Las Vegas for New Years Eve. A six-minute firework display preceded the implosion, which featured more than 1,000 pounds of explosives.

Stardust Resort & Casino

The stardust lived up to its name in 2007 when its two main towers were reduced to rubble in spectacular fashion. The property, which opened in 1958, was once the biggest hotel in Las Vegas, boasting 1,000 hotel rooms at the time. It played host to Siegfried and Toy with their show “Enter the Night” in 1992.

Boyd Gaming Corporation ultimately closed the property in 2006. A decision was taken to destroy the iconic venue the following year, and Genting Group took over control of the site to develop its Resorts World.

still holds the record as the tallest building to ever be imploded on the Strip

Smaller buildings were destroyed in the lead up to the full implosion date on March 13, 2007. A four-minute firework show took place before the implosion at 2:34am. It supposedly took more than 20 minutes for the dust to dissipate. The 32-story tower still holds the record as the tallest building to ever be imploded on the Strip. It was the ninth resort to come down in 14 years on the Strip.

New Frontier Hotel & Casino

Perhaps the most notable aspect of our next implosion is the fact that the site still sits unused nearly 17 years later. The 16-story New Frontier Hotel & Casino tower, which opened in 1931, was imploded November 2007 after being closed in May of that year. The spectacle included a fireworks display and countdown chanted by thousands of onlookers.

Prior to the implosion in 2007, New Frontier sold the hotel casino site to Israeli investors for a sum of $1.24bn. They had plans to construct a huge resort to replace the old property, with 4,100 hotel rooms, 2,600 condo units, in addition to 1 million square-feet of casino, restaurant, convention, and retail space. But this dream was never realized.

Wynn Resorts later purchased the site of the former casino in 2018 but has still not announced what it has planned. The company has stated only that it “may be used for future development” without providing any further details. Wynn already owns and operates the Wynn Las Vegas on the Strip.

The Tropicana Las Vegas

We end our list with the latest famous Las Vegas venue to go boom. The Tropicana closed after 67 years in April of this year. It became a symbol of glitz and glamour in the 1950s, even making money for the mob through a partnership between its owner and Frank Costello, one of the most infamous gangsters at the time.

the resort was outdated and no longer fit for purpose without a major investment

But all of that is ancient history now. Bally’s purchased the property in 2022 for $308m, and agreed to demolish the property in May of 2023 to make way for the new 30,000-seater ballpark for the MLB’s Oakland Athletics. Bally’s asserted that the resort was outdated and no longer fit for purpose without a major investment it wasn’t willing to make.

The implosion took place on October 9, featuring a spectacular fireworks and drone show that culminated in the destruction of the two towers.

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New Study Suggests Altering Brain Neurons Could Be Key to Treating Gambling Addiction

Gambling addiction levels are skyrocketing across the globe, and a new study in South Korea suggests the key to treating this affliction is by altering brain neurons. The Severance Hospital found that changing the shape of certain neurons can lower levels of neuronal excitability.

The team studied the impact of this treatment on mice, running an experiment whereby the animals had to choose a low-risk option that gave them small, consistent rewards versus the high-risk approach that would release big rewards just at a lower frequency.

researchers found differences in excitability levels between the two groups

They separated the mice into those that were more risk-averse and those that went for the higher payout alternative. After measuring the neurons, the researchers found differences in excitability levels between the two groups.

They then altered the neurons in the risk-averse mice to lower neuronal excitability, which resulted in them engaging in riskier behavior.

Professor Kim Jeon-hoon concluded that the “dendritic morphology and electrophysiological properties in the nucleus accumbens” are different depending on risk-taking behavior, and changing these structures could “modulate risk choices.”

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Atlantic City Casino Refuses to Protect Pregnant Card Dealer From Secondhand Smoke

An impossible choice

The topic of indoor smoking in Atlantic City casinos is a long-running issue, and it has made the headlines again. This time, a pregnant card dealer at Bally’s Casino was told to either take unpaid leave or continue working in the smoking area of the casino.

The woman, who is four and a half months pregnant and has had previous miscarriages, says she was encouraged to take unpaid leave by her employer if she didn’t want to work in the smoky environment after she raised concerns.

every time someone lights a cigarette at the table, she feels that they violate her rights and health

The 31-year-old works eight hours per shift and can’t financially take unpaid leave. Speaking to the Star-Ledger, she said that every time someone lights a cigarette at the table, she feels that they violate her rights and health.

Taking action

Casinos are one of the very few exceptions to the indoor smoking ban in New Jersey, with up to 25% of gaming floors open to smokers. Over recent years, efforts from workers at these properties to close this loophole have proven unsuccessful. Legislation and legal action have both fallen short to date.

requested last week that Governor Phil Murphy suspend all smoking in casinos

The latest move comes from Senator Health Committee Chairman Joe Vitale, who requested last week that Governor Phil Murphy suspend all smoking in casinos until lawmakers pass a bill. Murphy has asserted in the past that he would sign such a bill if it reached his desk.

Murphy did actually ban indoor smoking in Atlantic City casinos during the pandemic. “We have looked closely at the science and agree with the experts who have concluded that allowing smoking is too big a risk to take,” Murphy said at the time, referring to the risk of COVID-19 spread.

Opposing views

Casinos claim that a smoking ban would lead to a significant drop in revenue and major job losses. They believe that ventilation systems are sufficient to protect workers at their properties.

The inhalation of secondhand smoke in pregnant women can cause lower birth weight and premature delivery, as well as issues with the baby’s lung and ear function.

Talking about the case of the pregnant woman at Bally’s Casino, Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights CEO and President Cynthia Hallett said these companies are showing “shameful and reckless disregard” for the health of their workers. She highlighted evidence of the risks that regular inhalation of secondhand smoke presents to all people.

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Spooky Sin City: The Most Haunted Las Vegas Casinos

Spooky Season is well and truly upon us, and what is spookier than a good old ghost story? Well, America’s gambling capital offers more than just craps, blackjack, and keno. With a long and eventful history involving the mob, murders, and even tragic fires, it is no surprise that many supernatural visitors have chosen to haunt casinos on the Las Vegas Strip.

Las Vegas has it all if you’re looking for a chance to contact the other side

As we look forwards to Halloween, VegasSlotsOnline News has dug through the paranormal history books to list the most interesting tales of haunting from Sin City. From ghosts of old mobsters to dead construction workers, Las Vegas has it all if you’re looking for a chance to contact the other side.

Take a look at our list of the most haunted casinos below.

The Horseshoe

Behind its many rebrands, the Horseshoe Las Vegas has a dark history steeped in tragedy.

In 1980, the Strip casino was named the MGM Grand Resorts. It was during this time that a fire engulfed one of the property’s hotel towers. It was a tragic event that caused the death of 87 people. Four of the victims died in the flames, while the rest met their end due to smoke inhalation as it traveled through the air ducts and stairwell.

Many believe MGM Resorts International could have prevented the incident had the owner invested in a suitable fire alarm system. It caused a lot of issues for the company, and the casino-hotel laid dormant for the next five years as a result, while families of the victims received between $70m and $220m in total reparations.

That property changed hands to Bally’s Corporation, which most recently rebranded the casino again to Horseshoe Las Vegas in December 2022.

an elderly woman playing slots, whose dress engulfs in flames

Since the tragic events of 1980, many guests have reported strange goings on at the property. Within the refurbished North Tower, guests have complained of screams coming from the hallways and the smell of smoke permeating through the air ducts. In one of the spookiest accounts, witnesses have claimed to see an elderly woman playing slots, whose dress engulfs in flames.

The Luxor

The Luxor Resort is a popular destination for tourists visiting Las Vegas. It’s an MGM-owned property that plays an important role in the city’s famous skyline, given its unique pyramid shape. But many believe it is this design that contributes to an evil energy lurking within.

Strange occurrences have been reported by visitors to the property since construction began in 1992 at the hands of Circus Circus Enterprises. The 30-story pyramid cost $375m and is based on an Egyptian pyramid, with Egyptologists on site to help oversee the theme and ensure it authenticity throughout the build.

Rumor has it the design is a little too authentic, however. It is thought that the black exterior in tandem with the missing sacred eye on the top of the pyramid attracts a dark energy to the hotel. Many deaths have occurred at the property, beginning with multiple construction workers. Two guests jumped to their deaths from interior balconies, and a Legionella bacteria outbreak killed one other.

they saw ghosts within the dark tunnels on the ride

Ghostly sightings have been reported too, including moving objects and apparitions on balconies. This was never more common than during the first three years of the hotel’s opening when the Nile River ride was still in operation. Guests said they saw ghosts within the dark tunnels on the ride. The attraction was subsequently shut down and the canals drained.

The Flamingo

The Flamingo Resort & Casino is one of the oldest properties on the Las Vegas Strip. Constructed nearly 80 years ago, it has a dark history that centers around the mob, which at one point had a firm hold on operations across the gambling hub.

Iconic mobster Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel was the man behind the building of the Flamingo in 1945. He set up shop in Sin City after building a criminal empire though bootlegging, gambling, and ruthless assassinations. He built it with assistance from the Eastern crime syndicate, with costs surpassing $6m.

He was gunned down in Beverley Hills in 1947

Sadly, for Siegel, his Las Vegas venture wouldn’t last long – for him anyway. He was gunned down in Beverley Hills in 1947, and a representative for the Eastern mob quickly announced a takeover of the Flamingo Hotel. The general consensus is that Siegel was murdered on orders from the syndicate.

Perhaps Siegel’s soul feels aggrieved by this betrayal, because many Flamingo guests have reported seeing the mobster haunting the property. His spirit has been sighted in the wedding chapel, at his garden memorial, and roaming around the Presidential Suite. Guests of this suite have complained of whispering in the room and seeing dark shadows looming at the foot of the bed.

The Westgate

Our next ghostly destination is the Westgate Resort Hotel and Casino. In 1969, this was known as the International Hotel, and it was the largest hotel and casino in the world. It was during this time that the property signed Elvis Presley for a long string of shows to be performed at its International Theater over seven years.

The King of Rock and Roll performed his last show there on December 1976. Several months later in the summer of 1977, he was found dead on his Graceland estate in Tennessee at the age of just 42.

Many believe that Elvis never left the building, including one of the star’s friends, Wayne Newton. Singer and actor Newton was also a Las Vegas performer, and upon Elvis’ death the International asked him to put on a show to honor his late friend. During one of those shows, Newton claims he saw Elvis appear on a balcony – an experience he claims was one of the best of his life.

sightings of the musician on the casino floor, in the hallways of the upper floors, and in the Tuscany villa

Newton isn’t the only person to claim they have seen Elvis at the property. Employees and guests have reported sightings of the musician on the casino floor, in the hallways of the upper floors, and in the Tuscany villa, which is otherwise known as the Elvis suite as it is where he and his cohort would stay. People staying in the villa claim to hear his music and feel his presence.

The Venetian

The final stop on our ghost tour takes us to The Venetian Las Vegas. The iconic venue is turning 25 years old this year, and it is going through some serious renovations courtesy of owner VICI Properties. However, it is doubtful those renovations will do much to chase out the ghostly apparitions that have haunted the property for decades.

Many believe that the haunting traces back to the Sands Hotel and Casino. This was the property located on the Venetian site from 1952 right up to its destruction in 1996. This hotel-casino was the favorite haunt of the Rat Pack, a group of musicians that included Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Peter Lawford, and Joey Bishop.

one was crushed by an eight-ton-wall, and another fell down a 30-story elevator shaft

Many believe the Rat Pack are not best pleased that their favorite joint was destroyed to make way for an outlandish property with gondolas. During the building of the Venetian in the late 90s, multiple workers were injured or even lost their lives. In two particularly gruesome stories, one was crushed by an eight-ton-wall, and another fell down a 30-story elevator shaft. According to one story, one worker was trapped between walls during the construction. He suffered a slow death over multiple days as he cried out for help, but no one was able to save him.

Another theory is that the ghost of rapper Tupac Shakur haunts the property, given that he was killed close to the Venetian in 1996. They have still never determined who carried out the drive-by shooting.

FAQs

Which is the most haunted Las Vegas casino?

Ghost hunters debate which of the Las Vegas casinos is the most haunted. Given that 87 people died there in recent history however, many agree that the Horseshoe is the most likely to harbor the most tortured souls. The Luxor has a substantially high number of suicides, murders, and unexplained deaths though.

What other properties in Las Vegas are haunted?

There are several other non-casino properties across Las Vegas that are famous for their ghostly dwellers. The Apache Hotel in downtown Las Vegas is known as the most-haunted hotel in the area. Employees and guests have reported hearing voices, seeing shadows, and noticing objects have moved around their rooms.

What are the best halloween-themed slots?

If we haven’t satisfied your need for the paranormal, you can take a look at our collection of Halloween-themed online slots. The collection includes Lucky Halloween by Red Tiger Gaming, The Haunted Horseman by High 5 Games, and Day of the Dead by Pragmatic Play.

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