Studies: Lab-grown nostrils, vaginas working well

Two new studies describe the latest achievements in growing body parts in a lab and transplanting them into people, this time with nostrils and vaginas.

New technology unwraps mysteries of mummies

Scientists at the museum have used CT scans and sophisticated imaging software to go beneath the bandages, revealing skin, bones, preserved internal organs — and in one case a brain-scooping rod left inside a skull by embalmers.

Swiss unveil new solar plane for global flight

The Swiss-made airplane built for the first round-the-world solar flight has wings longer than a Boeing 747 jumbo jet yet weighs only about as much as a large car.

Arab League chief backs peace talks

The head of the Arab League said Thursday he is confident that Israel and the Palestinians soon will resolve a crisis over the release of long-held Palestinian prisoners and extend their U.S.-brokered peace negotiations beyond an April deadline.

California man admits to 40 career killings

Errek Jett, the district attorney in Lawrence County, Ala., said that Jose Manuel Martinez, 51, told investigators he carried out the crimes working as an enforcer for a drug cartel. Jett said they believe Martinez because of the details he gave investigators.

New Black Film Festival aims to appeal to wide audience

Michelle Thompson vividly recalls attending a festival in Las Vegas and watching 42 straight short films without seeing a single black face on the screen.

Spieth graduates from long-shot status

Not long ago, Jordan Spieth was the definition of a long shot. In August, when odds on the Masters opened at Las Vegas sports books, Spieth’s potential was a rumor

Hispanic population increases with Nevada’s growth

Editor’s Note: Nevada 150 is a yearlong series highlighting the people, places and things that make up the history of the state.

Las Vegan Vargas wins first world title

The Las Vegan wins his first world title, defeating Khabib Allakhverdiev by unanimous decision to capture the WBA regular junior welterweight title at the MGM Grand Garden on the Manny Pacquiao-Timothy Bradley undercard.

Las Vegas has high hopes for Sinatra birthday parties

Las Vegas is gearing up for the countdown to Frank Sinatra’s 100th birthday with planned tributes and pre-orders of ’Ol Blue Eyes’ favorite, Jack Daniel’s.

Pacquiao back on top

Ah, sweet revenge.

Customers say goodbye to downtown icon

Two noon-hour diners at the crowded El Sombrero Cafe had just finished their heaping plates of Mexican food when they rose from the table, turned to the busy waitress, and wrapped her in warm hugs.

How reverse mortgages work in 2014

Dear Savvy Senior: What can you tell me about reverse mortgages? I was considering one last year, but now I hear they are more difficult to get. — Ready to Reverse

Leaving life, reminding others to treasure theirs

Four years of my professional life were spent working in hospice. Director of bereavement and pastoral care. Simply put, four of the best years of my life. Creative, energizing and a daily learning curve. A downer? Absolutely not! Quite the opposite. More hopeful, inspirational, meaningful.

Heart Association honors O’Reilly at ball

The American Heart Association held its 24th annual Heart Ball at Mandalay Bay’s South Seas Ballroom April 4. The honoree was John O’Reilly, chairman and CEO of O’Reilly Group LLC. He received the Heart of the Community Award for making a difference in Las Vegas through his leadership and generosity.

Nevada MIA families still seeking loved ones’ remains

More than 130 family members of missing military personnel from four states met in Las Vegas on Saturday to remember their loved ones and meet with Department of Defense staff to discuss finding and recovering remains from battlefields going back to World War II.

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