Las Vegas weighs in: Does ‘Coke or Pepsi’ affect where you eat?

Does whether a business serves Coke or Pepsi impact your decision to go there? Here are six things we learned from Facebook on how the Coke versus Pepsi battle affects our daily lives.

CBS admits error in dubbing sound of engine for electric Tesla

CBS News says an editor made an “audio error” in dubbing the sound of a loud traditional car engine over footage of the much quieter Tesla electric car in a “60 Minutes” story that aired Sunday.

News for your ears: Three to hear

Recommended CDs out today from Bigelf, Jon Langford and Nux Vomica.

Macau casinos again top $4 billion in monthly gaming revenues

Macau’s gaming market didn’t show any slowdown in March after February’s Chinese New Year holiday, growing revenue 13.1 percent during the month, according to figures released Tuesday by the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau.

Is it too late to become a Padres fan?

The Cubs lost their season opener and an umpire challenge but at least they (almost) made history.

Officials selected for Pacquiao-Bradley rematch

The Nevada Athletic Commission Tuesday approved the judges for the April 12 rematch between Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley at the MGM Grand Garden. Two are from Las Vegas: Glenn Trowbridge as a judge and Kenny Bayless as the referee.

White, Asian children fare better than other races in U.S., report says

In every region of America, white and Asian children are far better positioned for success than black, Latino and American Indian children, according to a new report appealing for urgent action to bridge this racial gap.

If you like your lobbyist …

Remember when Obama the Candidate promised that he’d be different than President Bush when it comes to lobbyists?

Nevada rates for minimum wage, daily overtime to remain unchanged

Nevada’s minimum wage and daily overtime will remain unchanged from last year. Employees who receive qualified health benefits from their employers will remain at $7.25 per hour and the minimum wage for employees who do not receive health benefits will remain at $8.25 per hour.

 
Tiger Woods to miss Masters for first time in career

Tiger Woods had surgery on his ailing back and said Tuesday he will miss the Masters for the first time in his career. The No. 1 player in the world is a four-time Masters champion.

Time flies for Wiggins

Kansas freshman Andrew Wiggins decided to forego his final three seasons at Kansas and enter the NBA draft. His time in school went really fast.

NY student accepted to all 8 Ivy League schools

A 17-year-old Long Island student has applied to and was accepted at all eight Ivy League schools. Kwasi Enin of Shirley began hearing from the schools on March 27. The William Floyd High School senior tells Newsday that he couldn’t believe it when “the yesses kept coming.”

Rearview cameras to be required in many new vehicles by 2018

The Transportation Department issued a rule Monday that will require rearview technology in many new vehicles — an effort to reduce deaths and serious injuries caused by backup accidents.

Use of assault victim’s letter fits with primary’s nastiness

The letter from sexual assault victim Amanda Collins detailing the night she was raped is hard to put down — and even harder to read without wincing. That it’s intended as a political fundraising tool places it in a downright eerie light.

Rah, Humboldt!: Nevada’s oldest county is brimming over with culture and history

Nevada’s Humboldt County should not be confused with the marijuana-loving Humboldt County in Northern California. The county is in the northwestern part of the state, bordered by Idaho and nestled between Elko and Washoe counties and sitting directly atop Pershing County.

Facing brain surgery? Know all your options

Fear is a normal reaction when you’ve just been told your headaches and blurry vision are symptoms of a brain tumor which is serious enough that you will need treatment. Whether you’re facing the prospect of brain cancer or another neurological problem, it’s important to face your concern by becoming informed about your condition and all treatment options.

Get decked out with color

Wondering what one of the biggest trends “on deck” is this year? Hint, it is a colorful answer. That’s because more and more people are choosing to add color with a waterproofing deck stain.

Prep baseball

Foothill baseball coach Matt Iglitz just asked his team to score a couple runs in the bottom of the sixth inning on Monday.

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