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.

EDITORIAL: Land of the free?

How are we doing, safeguarding those “unalienable Rights” with which we are “endowed by our Creator” — in support of which 56 patriots solemnly pledged their lives, their fortunes and their sacred honor, 238 years ago?

RJ’s own bet on World Cup

Las Vegas Review-Journal sports writers Adam Hill and David Schoen have been given $5,000 fantasy bankrolls to bet during the World Cup on either sides, totals or props. Below are their bets for today, with an explanation of their picks:

Red, white and Jubilee

To kick a weekend of patriotism off, locals gathered at Craig Ranch Regional Park in North Las Vegas Thursday night for the 15th annual Independence Day Jubilee.

Sports books in awe at World Cup ardor

Chuck Esposito knew the World Cup would be popular in Las Vegas sports books thanks to the favorable starting times in Brazil and quiet period in the sports calendar.

How local NASCAR drivers fared

How the drivers from Las Vegas performed in the various NASCAR series.

Los Alamitos could hold its own

When Hollywood Park closed forever last year, it set up a scenario in Southern California racing in which “a chain is no stronger than its weakest link.”

 
Veteran dies waiting for ambulance in VA hospital

A veteran who collapsed in an Albuquerque Veteran Affairs hospital cafeteria — 500 yards from the emergency room — died after waiting around 20 minutes for an ambulance, officials confirmed Thursday.

Nevada among 9 states linked to chicken salmonella outbreaks

The U.S. Department of Food and Agriculture said Thursday night it has found evidence directly linking Foster Farms boneless-skinless chicken breast to a case of Salmonella Heidelberg.

Postcard from Brazil: Cuisine a delight of diversity

One thing I was really looking forward to on this adventure was getting to try the many types of Brazilian food. Brazil boasts a wide-ranging ethnic heritage that combines Portuguese olive oil, African okra, Italian pasta, Spanish soups, German sausage, Japanese sushi and other cultural tastes.

Black Canyon Water Trail offers a cool change

Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell gave a national designation to the 30-mile Black Canyon Water Trail in June, making it the first nationally designated water trail in the Southwest and the first in the nation that traverses a desert. The trail encompasses a 30-mile portion of the Lower Colorado River and is now one of 16 national water trails.

Man critically injured in east valley shooting

A man was in critical condition after being shot in the east valley Wednesday night, Las Vegas police say. Officers responded to 4509 Sunrise Ave., near Stewart Avenue and Lamb Boulevard, just after 7 p.m. after getting reports that a man had been shot in the neck and was unconscious.

9 reasons to head to Flagstaff for the weekend

Tucked away in northern Arizona, Flagstaff is known for its thriving arts and music scene against a backdrop of thriving outdoor activities. The city itself hosts weekend festivals and brings in desert lovers from across the country, but volcanic mountain ranges, hiking trails and ancient Native American civilizations can be found just outside the city’s boundaries.

NHP: 3 children in SUV accident weren’t wearing seat belts

The three children who were ejected during a SUV rollover that killed a 9-year-old girl Wednesday morning were not wearing seat belts, according to a Nevada Highway Patrol initial investigation.

Improved military medicine on horizon for disabled vets

An increasing number of wounded war vets is pushing military medicine to find better ways to accommodate such a large population of young, severely disabled combat veterans who want to maintain an active lifestyle.

Rebels announce start times for three home football games

UNLV has announced the starting time for three of its home football games this season. The Sept. 6 home opener against Northern Colorado will kick off at 7 p.m., the Sept. 13 game with Northern Illinois will begin at 4 p.m., and the Nov. 8 game against Air Force will start at 1 p.m.

Firefighters respond to house fire in western Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Fire Department was called to house fire at 3013 Merritt Ave., near West Sahara Avenue and North Valley View Boulevard, shortly after noon Thursday.

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