UFC’s Dana White runs downtown ‘Ulti-Man’ 5K race

Dana White, president and omnipresent marketing man of Ultimate Fighting Championship, shows up minutes before 8 a.m. for a 5K race in black shorts, a long-sleeved black shirt and a ball cap.

Emotional support helps teen graduate with honors

Tivonia Gardner did not have an easy senior year. Due to deaths of loved ones that led to frequent moves, she had little stability and no money to even think about college.

Toronto mayor can’t guarantee he will stay sober

Embattled Toronto Mayor Rob Ford said Friday that he won’t guarantee he will stay sober if he’s re-elected, telling a radio show that people will just have to trust him.

At 116, Arkansas woman named oldest living American

A south Arkansas woman celebrated her 116th birthday Friday with cake, a party and a new title — she’s now officially the oldest confirmed living American and second-oldest person in the world, the Gerontology Research Group said.

Medical professionals choose Pardee

The Lacap family will celebrate its first anniversary as Southern Nevadans this month. The milestone brings with it appreciation of their new Pardee Home in the master-planned Eldorado community in North Las Vegas.

Towbin Dodge to host pet adoptions

Towbin Dodge will hold an animal adoption drive in partnership with the Animal Foundation from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12.

Movies to celebrate the Fourth of July

What better way to celebrate the Independence Day this weekend than to enjoy a great movie or two with the family?

 
Arthur moves off N.C. coast, heads northeast

Hurricane Arthur left tens of thousands of people without power Friday in a swipe at North Carolina’s Outer Banks, then brought lousy Fourth of July beach weather to the Northeast as it veered out to sea.

Las Vegas woman wins Coney Island hot dog eating contest

Two-time defending champion Sonya Thomas lost her hot dog eating title Friday to 28-year-old Miki Sudo of Las Vegas, who wolfed down 34 franks and buns in 10 minutes to win the women’s division of the annual Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest at Coney Island.

Germany reaches World Cup semis with 1-0 win over France

Germany reached the semifinals for a fourth straight World Cup by beating France 1-0 Friday in a cagey match settled by a first-half header from Mats Hummels.

Improvements on the way for accident-prone Summerlin Parkway

Remember the accident on Summerlin Parkway back in February, when two travelers in a Toyota sedan died after being hit by a pickup truck that crossed the median near Rampart Boulevard? You may also recall that the truck driver, who was the only survivor in the mishap, was found to be DUI.

Al Davis envisioned Las Vegas Raiders

If Al Davis had his way, Las Vegas long ago would have been the home of a National Football League franchise.

Dining Pick of the Week: Shizen Japanese Restaurant

Shizen offers upscale dining in a casual atmosphere. The small entry opens to the fresh fish display area, where chefs in traditional outfits serve up nigiri and sashimi sushi as you watch.

Dining Pick of the Week: Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que

“True bar-b-que cain’t use no trickery. Jus’ slow sweet smoke from apple & hickory,” reads a quote attributed to Ann Nonnie Moss painted on the side of the giant smoker inside Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que. If you see a waitress stocking it with wood, she may even ask you if you would like a peek.

Dining Pick of the Week: Ohjah Japanese Steakhouse

When servers bring an order to your table at Ohjah Japanese Steakhouse, you’ll notice it shares something in common with the atmosphere: good presentation.

Sex and the World Cup: It’s a winning combination

All eight of the teams through to the World Cup quarterfinals allowed their players to have sexual relations with partners during down time, according to Brazil’s Lance! newspaper.

‘Snowpiercer’ is best action movie so far this summer

Starring Chris “Captain America” Evans, Ed Harris, John Hurt, Tilda Swinton and Octavia Spencer, the South Korean movie filmed in the Czech Republic is bonkers in the absolute best way possible.

 
Video: Barbershop singing brings week of harmony

More than 7,000 attendees descended upon the MGM Grand for the 76th annual Barbershop Harmony Society International Convention this week.

Canadian Football League worth a look

In three weeks, the New England Patriots open training camp, and the sight of Tom Brady’s passes will ease our sore eyes. The sports betting world revolves around football season, which is almost here.

Phil Ivey says Atlantic City baccarat win was all skill

World-famous poker player Phil Ivey says his disputed $9.6 million baccarat win at Atlantic City’s Borgata casino was all skill, and he’s seeking dismissal of a lawsuit in which the casino accuses him of cheating.

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