‘Dexter’ cuts its own throat in sappy series end

Dexter deserved better. So did “Dexter” fans, who, witnessing this Showtime drama end in a heap, were subjected to the lamest series finale since “Seinfeld.”

Brain center’s internships offer insights into patients’ needs

Perhaps it is no surprise that an intern program exists at the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 888 W Bonneville Ave. What might be surprising, however, is the wide range of disciplines from which the program draws.

FREDERICK: Putting aside ObamaCare

At the risk of trivializing the task before the federal government, allow me to quote Tracy Marrow, the bard of rap and the gritty street cop of “Law and Order: SVU,” better known as Ice-T:

Volunteer receives the gift of indoor temperature control

When Sara Bartley’s friend and neighbor, Gail Harris, wrote a letter recommending her as a recipient of a new heating and air-conditioning unit, Bartley was quick to point out that there are many other people who volunteer like she does.

Eighth victim found in Colorado flooding

The body of a woman killed in the Colorado flooding has been found beside the Big Thompson river, authorities said Monday, bringing the death toll to eight. The victim is believed to be a 79-year-old woman who was previously listed as missing and presumed dead.

 
Broncos’ Von Miller tried to manipulate testing

Von Miller was caught trying to manipulate the NFL’s drug-testing system, which led to a six-game suspension that could have been longer.

Galleria at Sunset mall undergoes renovations, plans new wing

As the Galleria at Sunset mall presses forward with the completion of its renovation this fall, one of the first new amenities is scheduled to open Sept. 19.

‘Dog Explosion’ ignite’s troupes performance season

The Nevada Conservatory Theatre is starting its 2013-14 season with a bang, almost literally. The dark comedy “Dog Explosion,” written by UNLV film professor Sean Clark, is set to run through Sept. 28.

Women learn self-defense tactics at valley classes

With violence against women on the rise, Southern Nevada businesses have created women’s self-defense classes.

Tycoon plans $8 billion Chinese Hollywood

China’s richest man plans to spend $8.2 billion to build the country’s version of Hollywood in the northeastern city of Qingdao.

Ray Charles honored with limited-edition stamp

The U.S. Postal Service has added a world-famous musician and Georgia native to its “Music Icons Forever” stamp series.

 
Kenya’s vice president: Mall siege in final stage

Kenyan officials said security forces controlled nearly all of an upscale mall on Monday, two days after it was seized by members of a Somali terrorist group who invaded with guns blazing, killing at least 62 people.

Victims in Kenya mall attack come from many continents

The attack on the upscale Westgate Mall in Kenya’s capital has killed dozens of people, from Africa, Europe, the Asia-Pacific region and the Americas.

Microsoft unveils new Surface, fixes shortcomings

Microsoft refreshed its Surface tablet computers Monday, giving them longer battery life and better comfort on laps as the software giant continues its transformation into a devices and services company.

Man kills girlfriend with beer mug, police say

A man killed his girlfriend with a beer mug after an argument in her motor home Thursday, Las Vegas police said.

 
Marathon bombing suspect’s lawyers want more time

Federal authorities plan to recommend whether to seek the death penalty against Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev by the end of next month and expect U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to decide early next year whether to pursue it, prosecutors said Monday.

‘Blacklist’ is fall’s best new network series

“Blacklist,” NBC’s latest go at the “twisted genius” genre that’s en vogue right now, doesn’t disappoint. It premieres Monday night.

 
Sewers clogging as consumers glom on to flushable wipes

Pre-moistened towelettes are being blamed for creating clogs in sewer systems around the country. The problem is costing some municipalities millions of dollars to dispatch crews to unclog pipes and pumps.

Fixing ankle problems helps athletes improve performance

Ankles seem like an insignificant joint when compared to the power and strength of the hip or shoulder. Believe me, they do have their tasks and they can affect your performance in a major way.

EDITORIAL: Mount Reagan moniker merited

Exactly why a mountain in Southern Nevada came to be named after a Frenchman is a puzzler. Naming the top of that mountain after a late, great United States president shouldn’t be such a big deal.

Las Vegas Blind Center hosts annual Imagine Gala

The Las Vegas Blind Center presented its Visionary Champion and Reflection of Light awards during its third annual Imagine Gala on Sept. 14 at the World Market Center.

 
Obama: To honor victims, we ‘have to change’

Speaking Sunday, just blocks away from where the Washington Navy Yard shootings happened a week ago, President Barack Obama called on Americans not to give up on trying to change gun laws that he argued are to blame for an epidemic of violence.

Air Force personnel fear what coming cuts will bring

Pentagon officials say it’s too soon to tell how a second round of spending cuts under the sequester law could impact military families but a long-standing financial planner for families of military and government employees says the anxiety alone has cast a cloud of concern about retirement and health care.

Apple says it has sold 9M new iPhones since Friday

Apple says shoppers snapped up 9 million of its newest iPhones since the devices were launched Friday, and that demand is exceeding supply.

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