Las Vegas is facing a significant downturn in tourism, with visitor numbers plummeting by 11.3% in June compared to last year. Hotel occupancy and room rates have also declined, contributing to a "soft summer," according to Caesars Entertainment CEO Tom Reeg. Social media reflects concerns about empty casinos and rising costs, while lawsuits over bedbug infestations further tarnish the city's reputation.
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Amidst budget cuts, interim NASA administrator Sean Duffy accelerates plans for a lunar nuclear reactor, aiming for a 2030 launch to support astronaut missions. This initiative, driven by concerns over China's space ambitions, includes expediting the replacement of the International Space Station with commercial alternatives. The directive emphasizes human spaceflight and seeks to maintain American leadership in space exploration.
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