Powerful ‘Breadcrumbs’ a fleeting-memory play

Table 8 Productions’ moody presentation of Jennifer Haley’s potent play “Breadcrumbs,” now at Las Vegas Little Theatre, takes us to a place of great emotional depth, though the journey there feels vague. Like the disease around which the drama unfolds, the crumbs that should guide us are sometimes scattered in disarray.

 
Apple Pay makes its debut

Apple’s skinnier iPads and flashy big-screen iMac are sleek and stunning. But the tech giant is making a bigger strategic bet with Monday’s launch of Apple Pay — the mobile pay service aimed at turning your iPhone into your wallet.

Two hospitalized after Mesquite fire

An unattended pot on a stove caused a fire that sent two people to a hospital in Mesquite Saturday.

7 rude questions people ask about money — and what to say

There are plenty of great reasons to talk about money, from sharing savings tips to commiserating about rising rent prices. But a nosy question about money can quickly push a friendly discussion into awkward or inappropriate territory.

The need for retirement planning

Throughout the 20th century, retirement in America was usually defined in fairly simple terms and was directly related to an individuals active participation in the work force. After reaching a certain age, most retirees would leave the work force and begin the next phase of their life – retirement.

No cause found for death of woman in Nye County desert

Medical examiners in Las Vegas couldn’t determine what killed a 27-year-old California woman whose body was found in the desert near Pahrump in September.

San Francisco radio stations won’t play ‘Royals’ during World Series

The popular song “Royals” by New Zealand artist Lorde is getting caught up in the fervor over the upcoming World Series between the San Francisco Giants and Kansas City Royals. Two San Francisco radio stations say they won’t play the song during the duration of the World Series.

 
US paid suspected Nazis millions in Social Security benefits

Dozens of suspected Nazi war criminals and SS guards collected millions of dollars in U.S. Social Security benefits after being forced out of the United States, an Associated Press investigation has found.

Kings’ Voynov arrested on domestic violence charges

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Slava Voynov was suspended indefinitely by the National Hockey League following his arrest early Monday on charges of domestic violence, the league said.

Turning up the heat: Hot yoga uses triple-digit temps to intensify workout

Most people go indoors to escape the Las Vegas triple-digit temperatures. Some people go indoors to exercise in triple digits. They are devotees of hot yoga and hot Pilates, where the room temperature is cranked up, and the humidity is increased.

Coroner IDs man found dead after barricade incident

The man involved in a fatal barricade situation Thursday afternoon in downtown Las Vegas has been identified by the Clark County coroner’s office.

 
Video shows rescuer carrying man from burning home

A man ran into a burning home in central California and came out carrying a man who lives inside over his shoulder as flames popped and exploded behind him.

Super hangover hitting slumping Seahawks

A bad team used the element of surprise to stun the Seattle Seahawks, and it should not come as a shock to coach Pete Carroll. He had to know what he was up against this season, and it’s an almost unbeatable opponent.

Martin wins first PGA tour title at Shriners Open

Ben Martin, who was limping to the finish line, found some gold dust in his putter as he made a 46-foot, 5-inch eagle putt at the par-5 16th hole at TPC Summerlin, while Kevin Streelman was unable to get a 5-foot birdie putt to drop at the par-4 18th.

 
NY toddler dies after beating, choking over soiled pants

A man accused in the death of his 3-year-old stepdaughter was being held in a New York City hospital on Sunday after police found him in an apartment with self-inflicted stab wounds, authorities said.

J-Lo may have her eyes set on Caesars

With Celine Dion on leave and Shania Twain leaving Caesars Palace, is Jennifer Lopez at the top of AEG and Caesars’ “get” list?

Beware of late tax changes, accountants tell businesses

Planning for changes in the tax laws — even when no one is sure what they will be as Congress drags its feet ahead of November’s midterm elections — is the most important piece of advice local accountants and tax professionals recommend for small-business owners.

Adapting for the coming conceptual economy

We are witnessing the arrival of a new economic model that we have yet to understand fully. Although this new, conceptual economic model is unfolding gradually, the knowledge economy is changing rapidly.

Six common headaches bedevil small business

In five years of working as a certified business mentor with SCORE, Raj Tumber has seen his share of entrepreneurs with growing pains. He’s counseled a wide range of business owners through the roller coaster ride that has been the local economy.

Coronado’s depth may decide title

Coronado”s girls golf team shot its highest score of the season in Tuesday”s Sunrise Region tournament.