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Officials say the Playboy Club at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas will close in June. No reason was given, and no specific date was set. A statement released Friday by casino and N9NE Group spokesman Larry Fink said the parting was amicable so each could “pursue new brand opportunities in Las Vegas nightlife.”

A Playboy Enterprises spokeswoman didn’t immediately respond to messages. Fink said he couldn’t immediately provide details about other plans for the space at the high-rise casino.

Many people dream of a life where they can party, have fun and get paid to do just that and this is exactly what Snooki and JWOWW from “Jersey Shore” get to do. These two women have made partying their lifestyle and have it down to a science. More >

Quebec singer Céline Dion has cancelled all her Las Vegas shows until June because of a virus that is inflaming her vocal cords. Dion’s producers issued a release on Tuesday saying doctors have advised the mother of three to rest her voice for six to eight weeks. More >

Singer Celine Dion has canceled more shows at Las Vegas’ Caesars Palace,citing a virus causing an inflammation of her vocal cords. Christi Nelson, an official with show producer AEG Live, said Tuesday that the French-Canadian pop superstar has been ordered to rest her voice for six to eight weeks and will resume performances June 9. More >

Macau has helped Las Vegas Sands and other casino companies multiply their profits several times in the past. However, in 2011, Las Vegas Sands saw a drop in casino revenue growth in Macau to 42% from 58% in 2010.

If you ask me, this slowdown is nothing but a minor bump in the road, and the company’s overall prospects still look bright.

Vegas. In some ways, it’s “American Idol’s” cruelest round. Having been put through auditions, flights to California, the exigencies of Hollywood’s group and solo rounds, and a bus ride to Sin City –- all the while watching lesser candidates sent home –- at this point, those that have remained can probably be forgiven for eyeing the finish line and tasting victory. More >

Laughing tourists were either cynical or confused about whether a man was really suffering a medical episode amid the “doctor,” ‘’nurses” and health warnings at the Heart Attack Grill in Las Vegas, a restaurant owner said Wednesday. More >

Casino operator Las Vegas Sands will report fourth-quarter financial results after the bell Wednesday. Analysts are expecting earnings per share of 57 cents, which is 15 cents (or 35%) higher than year-ago results. What’s more, earlier this week an analyst with Barclays (NYSE:BCS) opined that LVS and other gaming companies should beat fourth-quarter estimates amid a better revenue environment. LVS has managed an upside earnings surprise in three of the past four quarters.

In the days before the Chinese New Year celebration began this week, six high rollers sat down at the private baccarat tables one day at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas and began throwing down wagers of $100,000 to $200,000 a hand. It was a scene hardly out of place these days in Sin City. More >

American-made products from nearly 40 companies will be on display at a new Made in U.S.A. pavilion at the Las Vegas Market.

Officials said the showcase follows the successful launch of the Made in America Pavilion in the Suites at Market Square during the fall High Point Market.

In Las Vegas, the 5,000-square-foot pavilion on the second floor of World Market Center Building B will showcase distinctive American-made furniture and home décor products and collections. The market runs Jan. 30-Feb. 3.