Former National Security Agency chief Michael V. Hayden learned a lesson about eavesdropping aboard an Amtrak train to Newark: Don’t talk on the phone where people can hear you.
DNA tests have confirmed that a Bulgarian Roma couple are the parents of a mysterious girl in Greece known as Maria, authorities said Friday.
Dr. Dipak Desai was sentenced Thursday to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 18 years for his criminal convictions in the deadly hepatitis C outbreak.
A national survey conducted on behalf of Las Vegas Sands Corp. found that 67 percent of those questioned are opposed to legalizing Internet gaming.
All-time UNLV home run leader Matt Williams is taking over as manager of the Washington Nationals, CBSSports.com reported on Friday.
Washoe County deputies and Reno police say they’ll help investigate a police shooting near Winnemucca that left a suspect dead and a K-9 injured.
Students soon will have to take state-required tests online instead of on paper. That will cost money, so the Clark County School District is applying for $3.35 million from a state educational technology fund to make that happen over the next two years. Clark County School Board members unanimously agreed Thursday to send the application to the Nevada Department of Education seeking the financial aid.
Police are looking for a convertible seen driving down the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps made famous in the movie “Rocky.”
Grand jurors in the JonBenet Ramsey case indicted both of her parents for child abuse resulting in death and being an accessory to a crime, including first-degree murder, according to documents released Friday.
Veltcheva donated a piece of artwork on Oct. 17 to Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center, 9300 W. Sunset Road, after she and her family visited the emergency room three years ago.
Infinity Hospice Care opened a new in-patient unit in August at 6340 S. Jones Blvd. The 12-bed facility supports patients with medical, emotional and spiritual care around the clock.
Neighborhood news for Southwest/Spring Valley, Oct. 29-Nov. 4
Things to do in Southwest/Spring Valley, Oct. 29-Nov. 4
“The Momentaer” is the sequel to the 2010 novel “The Orbiter,” written by UNLV student Patrick Cristobal. Sixteen years after Pierre Zeyfur stopped Lance Torrent from ruling the universe, Zeyfur’s daughter, Claire, has her own adventure. She finds a watch, the Momentaer, which allows her to travel through time. Unable to remove the watch and with only three months left before it kills her, Claire endeavors to remove the deadly contraption on a journey through time.
Artists from around the world will create murals throughout downtown Las Vegas during this weekend’s Life Is Beautiful festival.
With his first screenplay, Cormac McCarthy and director Ridley Scott have unleashed what’s either a soon-to-be-legendary misfire destined for a midnight cult audience or a work of staggering genius that operates on a level too advanced for me to grasp.
Terrell Owens has finally found a sport where he doesn’t have to worry about getting the ball. T.O. wants to be a professional bowler.
If Hollywood nightclub impresario Victor Drai ends up with Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon being rebranded as Drai’s, it would be his latest jackpot from a Las Vegas gamble he took 16 years ago.
There’s plenty to stare and shake your head at in “The Counselor,” the sexually charged, love-it-or-loathe-it crime drama from Cormac McCarthy and director Ridley Scott.
The Food and Drug Administration is recommending new restrictions on prescription medicines containing hydrocodone, the highly addictive painkiller that has grown into the most widely prescribed drug in the U.S.
This weekend, Qatar could find itself in the headlines when Shawn Langdon and the Al-Anabi Racing team try to clinch the Top Fuel season title at the NHRA Nationals at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
With the Gansevoort Hotel Group out, insiders are saying Drai’s is the leading candidate as the replacement name for the Strip property.
South-central Las Vegas won’t be represented on the Clark County School Board until at least Dec. 5 because of the abrupt resignation of Lorraine Alderman, who gave six days’ notice and a vague explanation for her sudden departure.
Baby boomers grew up listening to The Who’s Live at Leeds and other albums with liner notes that admonished young rockers to “play it loud” or “turn it up.” For the generation that grew up blasting stereos until the bedroom windows rattled and attending rock concerts that left ears ringing for a week or more, it’s little surprise that many are experiencing hearing loss. Here’s what you need to know.
Whether you’re acquiring a new puppy or kitten for your household or adopting an adult pet from a shelter or rescue organization, the following tips will help you get off on the right foot with your newest family member.
Giving yourself a professional-looking beauty makeover can be as simple as looking around your house. Whether it’s in your bathroom or your laundry room, all sorts of products already in your home can be re-purposed to easily and quickly help you create this season’s on-trend looks from head to toe. Here are some tips to get you started.
Many men run to stay in shape or alleviate stress, but running can come with its own set of physical and mental irritations.
When it comes to financial literacy, parents know it’s important to give kids the knowledge and skills they need to manage money. While you’re teaching children about smart spending, saving and credit management, don’t forget to discuss another important aspect of financial health: insurance.
As temperatures dip, it’s important to prepare your car for harsh winter weather. Not only can the elements be hard on your vehicle, but the chemicals that are used to fight the elements such as road salt and chemical compounds to melt ice are as well. Being prepared and knowing how to take care of your vehicle can help you avoid costly repairs and will extend the life of your vehicle.