CALGARY, Alberta — At least three people were killed by floodwaters that devastated much of southern Alberta, leading authorities to evacuate the western Canadian city of Calgary’s entire downtown. Inside the city’s hockey arena, the waters reached as high as the 10th row.
NEW YORK — James Gandolfini’s portrayal of Tony Soprano represented more than just a memorable TV character. He changed the medium, making fellow antiheroes like Walter White and Dexter Morgan possible and shifting the balance in quality drama away from broadcast television.
Las Vegan and “Bar Rescue” host Jon Taffer recently went to the old Sand Dollar Lounge to rehab the bar for his hit show — but first Taffer had to watch a co-owner of the bar make nasty sexual comments to his wife.
Former Assembly Speaker Barbara Buckley said she would decide in 2013 whether she would run for another office. “I won’t need all of 2013 to make my decision,” she said. It looks “pretty much” like she won’t.
DALLAS — A system-wide computer failure forced Southwest Airlines to ground its entire fleet of airplanes preparing for departures late Friday, and at least 64 flights had to be canceled even after the system was fully restored, a company spokeswoman said.
Follow our staff as we cover the Electric Daisy Carnival this weekend. The people, the color, the news … have a look at what’s happening at an event that is like no other.
With interest rates near historic lows, now is a good time to consider refinancing your home. Refinancing a mortgage can potentially save you money over the life of a loan.
The warm summer brings about plenty of fun in the sun with picnics, camping and backyard parties. However, these months can produce severe weather, from tornadoes to hurricanes. In addition to planning fun outdoor activities to enjoy in the summer heat, Americans should also prepare their homes for the worst that Mother Nature can bring.
What you don’t know can’t hurt you, right? Not necessarily, especially when it comes to high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure is one of the most serious risk factors for heart disease and stroke. Medication is an option for those with high blood pressure, but it’s not the only solution. Healthy lifestyle changes can help, too. Men can slash one of the most serious risk factors for heart disease and stroke – high blood pressure – by taking into account these four easy tips.
The need for sunglasses is universal, but tastes and lifestyle needs vary. But whether your tastes run to aviators or wayfarers, mirrored or tinted, the sunglasses you choose affect far more than your style; they can directly impact your eye health, too. Fortunately, it’s possible to find sunglasses that protect your eyes and celebrate your sense of style.
In 2007, Seamus Mullen, cookbook author and owner of Tertulia restaurant in New York City, woke up with debilitating pain and couldn’t move. He tried to stand and collapsed. Unable to reach his phone, he stayed on the floor for hours until a neighbor heard him call for help. After several days in the hospital, doctors determined that Mullen had rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune disease that causes chronic pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of physical function. He had become one of the 1.6 million Americans living with RA.
When it comes to health, many people are aware of the major do’s and don’ts of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and diet. However, people often focus on their cholesterol, blood pressure, and body mass index (BMI), and overlook another key medical marker: Advanced Glycation Endproducts (AGEs).
While college can be one of the best experiences of your life, it can also be one of the most expensive. The average cost per year for a four-year degree at a state-sponsored school currently runs $22,261 for in-state students and $35,321 for out-of-state students, according to a 2012 College Board report. With a few tips and strategies, you can ease your financial burden by applying for scholarships.
Hey, you. Yeah, you. The one who gave up looking for work months or years ago. It’s getting safer for you to jump off of the sideline and into Nevada’s jobs game.
Clark County officials are moving ahead with plans to remove or relocate obstacles from the Strip’s sidewalks, including fire hydrants, signs and traffic signals.
Andy Choy, president and CEO of the Riviera on the Strip, was fired Friday as the casino’s parent company, Riviera Holdings Corp., continues to reorganize the struggling property’s management team.
