WASHINGTON — A large majority of smokers who try to kick the habit are back puffing away within six months, so President Barack Obama is ahead of the game. He hasn’t had a cigarette in almost a year, first lady Michelle Obama said Tuesday.Asked whether he had conquered a nicotine habit he picked up as a teenager, she said: “Yes, he has. It’s been almost a year.” Mrs. Obama offered no details on exactly when or how he did it.
Western Conference-leading Las Vegas cruised to a 6-3 victory over Elmira (N.Y.) on Tuesday night at the Orleans Arena and took two of three from the Jackals in its only series this season against an Eastern Conference team.
With a playoff spot up for grabs Tuesday night, The Meadows’ boys basketball team was counting on a big effort from Garrett Gosse.
After a seven-year run, Pete Rose is switching teams again. Major League Baseball’s all-time hits leader, but an outcast for his many scandals, Rose has left the Field of Dreams memorabilia store at the Forum Shops at Caesars for what he hopes will be greener pastures.
Nevada regulators recently overturned the rules restricting wagering on nonsporting events, paving the way for sports books to begin taking bets on things such as who will win the Oscar for best picture or who will be the next “American Idol” winner.
All-American Restaurant, Rio, 3700 W. Flamingo Road, received 20 demerits Jan. 27. Violations included raw chicken breast stored above vegetables in cooler. GRADE: B.
Allegiant Air posted substantial traffic gains in January, but that will likely come to a halt starting this month.
Wynn Resorts Ltd. has moved up its release of financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended Dec. 31 to Thursday.
The unexpected announcement was made on the same day a Wells Fargo analyst raised his estimates for the Las Vegas-based casino operator.
