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Slot machines at the Bellagio resort in Las Vegas with error messages on September 15th, 2023 following a ransomware attack that became public days prior.

MGM Grand Ransomware Attack Slot Machines

Slot machines at the Bellagio resort in Las Vegas with error messages on September 15th, 2023 following a ransomware attack…

Casino, Hotel, Las Vegas, MGM Grand, MGM Resorts, Nevada, Ransomware, Slot Machine
Gaming machine at the MGM in Las Vegas with an "Out of Order" message on it.

Out of Order gaming machine in Las Vegas

Gaming machine at the MGM in Las Vegas with an "Out of Order" message on it.

Casino, Hotel, Las Vegas, MGM Grand, MGM Resorts, Nevada, Slot Machine
Gucci storefront at the Shops at Bellagio Hotel

Gucci at Bellagio Hotel

Gucci storefront at the Shops at Bellagio Hotel

Bellagio Hotel, Gucci Store, Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada
The Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas

The Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Casino, Flamingo Hotel, Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada
Arcade at Horseshoe Las Vegas on the Caesars Palace screen in Las Vegas.

Caesars Palace in Las Vegas

Arcade at Horseshoe Las Vegas on the Caesars Palace screen in Las Vegas.

Arcade, Caesars Palace, Casino, Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada
The Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The Forum Shops at Caesar’s Palace

The Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Caesars Palace, Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, The Forum Shops
The Trump Hotel in Las Vegas Nevada.

Trump Hotel in Las Vegas

The Trump Hotel in Las Vegas Nevada.

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The waterfront at Treasure Island features Señor Frog’s, a lively restaurant and bar that overlooks the resort’s lagoon and replica pirate ships. Once home to the “Sirens of TI” show, the area now serves as a social hub with fountains, themed décor, and outdoor seating that captures views of the Las Vegas Strip. The playful red exterior and nautical props recall the property’s original pirate theme, blending nostalgia with the casual, party-friendly energy that defines this corner of the Strip today.

Senor Frog’s at Treasure Island Las Vegas

The waterfront at Treasure Island features Señor Frog’s, a lively restaurant and bar that overlooks the resort’s lagoon and replica…

Casino, Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, Senor Frog's, Treasure Island
Treasure Island Hotel and Casino, often called “TI,” opened in 1993 on the Las Vegas Strip as a pirate-themed resort developed by Steve Wynn. The property’s signature red and cream façade overlooks a lagoon once home to nightly pirate ship battles—an attraction that became one of the Strip’s most recognizable spectacles. While the resort has evolved over time, moving away from its original family-friendly theme, the nautical elements and ship masts at its entrance remain as nostalgic reminders of its 1990s Las Vegas showmanship.

Treasure Island Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas

Treasure Island Hotel and Casino, often called “TI,” opened in 1993 on the Las Vegas Strip as a pirate-themed resort…

Casino, Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, Treasure Island
Chanel Dior Louis Vuitton stores in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Chanel Dior Louis Vuitton stores in Las Vegas

Chanel Dior Louis Vuitton stores in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Chanel Store, Dior, Las Vegas, Louis Vuitton, Nevada
Encore Las Vegas, part of Wynn Resorts, opened in December 2008 as a companion to the adjacent Wynn Las Vegas. Its bronze-colored glass façade curves elegantly above the Strip, reflecting both sunlight and skyline with the resort’s signature minimalist style. The 48-story tower features luxury suites, fine dining, and high-end retail, continuing the brand’s focus on refined design and personalized service. With its modern architecture and warm tones, Encore represents the quieter, more polished side of the Las Vegas luxury scene.

Encore Wynn Resorts Las Vegas

Encore Las Vegas, part of Wynn Resorts, opened in December 2008 as a companion to the adjacent Wynn Las Vegas….

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The Wynn Hotel building in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas

The Wynn Hotel building in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort

The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Las Vegas with what has to be the largest billboard ever regarding law enforcement hiring. The 100,000 square foot digital wall covered a significant portion of the 59 story Resort World building. (Las Vegas, September 2023

Find Your Future

Las Vegas with what has to be the largest billboard ever regarding law enforcement hiring. The 100,000 square foot digital…

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Signage for The Fashion Show shopping mall in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The Fashion Show Sign in Las Vegas

Signage for The Fashion Show shopping mall in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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The Plazzo building at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas

The Plazzo building at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Casino, Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, Palazzo, Venetian Resort
The STRAT hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Formerly known as The Stratosphere, it's the second tallest observation tower in the western hemisphere.

The STRAT Hotel in Las Vegas

The STRAT hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Formerly known as The Stratosphere, it's the second tallest observation tower in the…

Casino, Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, Strat Tower, Stratosphere Hotel
A CBS Sports NFL ad on the side of Resorts World in Las Vegas, Nevada.

CBS Sports NFL ad on Resorts World in Las Vegas

A CBS Sports NFL ad on the side of Resorts World in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Fog in Minneapolis, downtown cityscape.

Best Minneapolis Cityscape Views: Skyline, River, and Landmarks

Minneapolis Cityscape Photography About These Photos This collection includes some of my favorite cityscape photos from Minneapolis. Downtown Minneapolis Skyline…

As dusk settles over Shibuya, the illuminated sign of Yoyogi Station (代々木駅) glows against a deep indigo sky, marking one of Tokyo’s key JR East commuter hubs. Opened in 1906, Yoyogi serves both the Yamanote and Chuo-Sobu lines, connecting thousands of travelers daily between Shinjuku and Harajuku. The cool blue hour lighting highlights the crisp white façade and the green JR branding, captured here with a balanced exposure to preserve both architectural detail and ambient light reflections. Taken in early evening with a 35mm f/1.8 lens, this frame emphasizes the quiet rhythm of Tokyo’s rush hour just before nightfall.

Evening at Yoyogi Station

As dusk settles over Shibuya, the illuminated sign of Yoyogi Station (代々木駅) glows against a deep indigo sky, marking one…

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Passengers move through the North Gate of JR Nippori Station, a key interchange for the Yamanote, Keihin-Tohoku, and Joban lines as well as the Nippori–Toneri Liner. Prominent yellow JR East signage directs travelers toward the West Exit for Yanaka and the East Exit for Ueno. The open, modern concourse design reflects Nippori’s role as both a commuter hub and gateway to nearby traditional neighborhoods.

North Gate at Nippori Station in Tokyo

Passengers move through the North Gate of JR Nippori Station, a key interchange for the Yamanote, Keihin-Tohoku, and Joban lines…

Japan, Nippori, Station, Tokyo
A sign for the JR Yamanote Line displays the inner loop direction toward Tabata, Ikebukuro, Shinjuku, and Shibuya. The familiar green design and “JY” line code mark one of Tokyo’s busiest and most important rail routes, which circles the city’s central districts. The bilingual signage reflects Japan Rail’s standardized system for navigation across Tokyo’s dense network of stations.

Yamanote Line sign in Tokyo

A sign for the JR Yamanote Line displays the inner loop direction toward Tabata, Ikebukuro, Shinjuku, and Shibuya. The familiar…

Japan, Tokyo, Train Station, Yamanote Line
A well-stocked aisle inside a convenience store in Tokyo, photographed in March 2023. Japan’s major chains—such as Lawson, FamilyMart, and 7-Eleven—are known for their dense product layouts, where shelves are filled with everything from health supplements and over-the-counter medicines to snacks, instant meals, and travel essentials.

Convenience stores, or konbini, have played an important role in daily urban life since rapid expansion in the 1980s, providing reliable 24-hour access to food, bill-paying services, parcel pickup, and seasonal goods. Their efficient layouts and constant product rotation reflect Japan’s retail culture, where limited-edition items, regional flavors, and promotional displays are updated weekly to match demand and maximize shelf use.

Aisles Inside a Tokyo Convenience Store

A well-stocked aisle inside a convenience store in Tokyo, photographed in March 2023. Japan’s major chains—such as Lawson, FamilyMart, and…

Convenience store, Japan, Shopping, Store, Tokyo
Inside the multi-floor Gigo arcade complex in Akihabara, photographed in March 2023, rows of brightly lit crane and prize machines fill an entire level dedicated to character-themed merchandise and limited-run collectibles. Facilities like this became a defining part of Akihabara’s post-2000s shift from an electronics-focused district to a broader entertainment hub centered around gaming, anime culture, and specialty retail.

Originally operated under the SEGA brand until a 2022 rebranding, Gigo retained the large-scale arcade format that has long been a staple of Tokyo’s urban leisure landscape. The popularity of crane games—often refreshed with seasonal or collaboration prizes—continues to draw both local players and visitors exploring the district’s modern pop-culture identity.

Claw Machines at Gigo Akihabara

Inside the multi-floor Gigo arcade complex in Akihabara, photographed in March 2023, rows of brightly lit crane and prize machines…

Akihabara, Claw Game, Gigo, Japan, Store, Tokyo
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