What to do if your personal info is hacked

Criminals stole personal information from tens of millions of Americans in data breaches this past year. Of those affected, one in three may become victims of identity theft, according to research firm Javelin.

Amir Khan, not Pacquiao, Mayweather’s deserving foe

This is always the tough part: Predicting how a fighter who looked as dominating as Amir Khan on Saturday night might translate in the ring against Floyd Mayweather.

Some advice for Nazarian: Be contrite, honest, forthright

When he appears at the Nevada Gaming Commission Thursday, Sam Nazarian — the visionary behind SLS Las Vegas — should accept the Dec. 3 recommendation by the Gaming Control Board for a one-year limited gaming license.

Sinatra’s 100th celebration starting early

The Las Vegas countdown to Frank Sinatra’s 100th birthday got uncorked this weekend with a burst of nostalgia. Friday would have been Sinatra’s 99th birthday.

Holly Daze event gives mental health tips for traversing holiday season

The holidays are supposed to be filled with good cheer, but for some it can be tough to smile. On Nov. 20, the Southwest Medical Associates Lifestyle Center-West hosted a Holly Daze open house to discuss combating seasonal affective disorder, or what some refer to as a depressive state known as “the holiday blues.”

Bryce Harper skips NatsFest fan event

The Washington Nationals are disappointed that outfielder Bryce Harper was a no-show for the team’s NatsFest fan event on Saturday.

‘SPECTRE’ script stolen in cyberattack on Sony Pictures

Early villains have emerged in the next James Bond film “SPECTRE”: hackers who stole a version of the screenplay as part of a devastating cyberattack on Sony Pictures.

Beyond NFR, some real horse trading conducted

The loud crowds and big-name cowboys were over at the National Finals Rodeo. But the business of rodeos and horses was being conducted in places such as the South Point arena, where rodeo stock contractors scouted for that next great bucking horse.

Clark High School teacher earns second nod as GRAMMY finalist

Charles Cushinery isn’t just one of 10 finalists nationwide for the GRAMMY Music Educator Award. The Clark High School orchestra teacher and music department coordinator is a finalist for the second time.

When do you ban a ride? It depends

Somewhere in Las Vegas, Charlie Horky must have had a good laugh at the news that ride-sharing service Uber was temporarily halted from doing business in Nevada because of safety concerns.

Lincoln County’s side roads will stoke your interest

Outside the urban Las Vegas Valley, vast portions of Nevada invite exploration. Neighboring Lincoln County offers open space, scenic vistas, historic small towns, widely varied recreation and fascinating side roads into Nevada’s outback.

Bradley gets draw after seeming to control Chaves

Timothy Bradley has had the judges in his corner in the past when he has fought in Las Vegas. On Saturday, he felt their wrath. Bradley appeared to have dominated Diego Chaves in a welterweight bout at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. But all he got was a draw.

Dead ’Skins fall into Giants’ laps

At this point, the Washington Redskins have no so-called quarterback of the future. After a five-game losing streak and amid all sorts of turmoil, coach Jay Gruden’s future is in question, too.

Mayweather says Arum halting fight vs. Pacquiao

Floyd Mayweather Jr. kept quiet as Manny Pacquiao and his team campaigned for a fight. But Mayweather ended his silence Friday. In an interview with Showtime from San Antonio, Mayweather said he wants the fight and claimed Top Rank chairman Bob Arum is the reason the bout hasn’t happened.

Dos Santos ends 19-month drought

It had been quite some time since former Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight champ Junior dos Santos had his arm raised in victory inside the octagon.

Who should be screened for lung cancer?

Dear Savvy Senior: What can you tell me about lung cancer screenings? My husband was a longtime smoker but quit many years ago, so I’m wondering whether he should be checked out.

Embrace the rebirth of epiphany

You feel like a naked newborn, squalling helpless into the night. Incredulity is the first response to epiphany. Gratitude should be the next. Thirdly, take action — redeem your past self with everything breath, word and deed.

Partygoers check out trees along Library Lane

Henderson Libraries’ annual holiday-themed fundraiser offered beautifully decorated trees as well as gift baskets to brighten the season for local charities.

Sunrise superiority clear in all-star rout of Sunset

The Sunrise Region dominated on both sides of the line of scrimmage and forced five turnovers Saturday en route to a 41-0 victory over the Sunset Region in the 44th edition of the West Charleston Lions Club Charity All-Star Football Game at Bishop Gorman.

Auction benefits low-income homeowners

It wasn’t Black Friday, but more than 300 people showed up at Nellis Auction Dec. 6 to place their bids for some of the hottest items for sale to benefit the “Heroes at Home” program operated by Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada. The program helps veterans, seniors and other low-income homeowners with repairs.

Washington Digest: House approves spending bill

With only hours to spare, the U.S. House last week approved a $1.1 trillion spending bill needed to avoid a government shutdown.

Brannon, Valley clamp down at finish, defeat Clark

With his team leading by three points with time winding down, Valley boys basketball coach Brian Farnsworth knew Clark was going to try to get the ball to senior Carter Olsen. Farnsworth’s players made sure Olsen didn’t get an open look.

EDITORIAL: Cracking the code on Nevada’s taxes

To call a new Tax Foundation study of Nevada’s revenue structure a starting point for tax reform discussions wouldn’t be accurate. Over the years, the state has seen too many tax studies to count, all of which have been considered by the Nevada Legislature to varying degrees, then thrown into desk drawers and onto top shelves to collect dust. Lawmakers and state leaders have talked and talked about tax reform for decades and done nothing to address core flaws in the way Nevada funds state government.

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