69 people die after drinking bad beer at funeral

At least 69 people died over the weekend in Mozambique after drinking home-brewed beer, a local government official told state television.

YMCA prevention program aims to steer prediabetics to better health

Diabetes is an irreversible condition thought to be a leading cause of heart disease, stroke, blindness and kidney and nerve disease. To help Las Vegans reduce their risk for developing type 2 diabetes and gain tools for healthy living, the YMCA of Southern Nevada offers a yearlong Diabetes Prevention Program.

Z Capital Partners boosts stake in Affinity Gaming

Illinois private equity firm Z Capital Partners, the largest shareholder in casino operator Affinity Gaming, has increased its ownership stake in the company whose holdings include the three Primm resorts and the off-Strip Silver Sevens.

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Bills name Rex Ryan new head coach

The Buffalo Bills officially announced the hiring of Rex Ryan as their next head coach. The five-year deal was agreed to in principle early Sunday, finalized later in the day and announced by the Bills on Monday for Ryan to become the 18th head coach in team history.

 
US officials say Cuba has freed promised 53 prisoners

Cuba has released all 53 prisoners it had promised to free, senior U.S. officials said, a major step toward détente with Washington.

Singers shine, in Sin City and Steel City

When Graham Fenton and Nicole Kaplan performed together in their first college play, it included a kiss.

‘Entourage’ shows up at Golden Globes … to film

It may not be in “Entourage” style to show up early, but the gang was one of the first to show up on the Golden Globes red carpet to shoot some last-minute footage for the upcoming film.

 
Couple arrested after video shows gun in toddler’s mouth

An Indiana couple has been charged with child neglect after cellphone video recorded the pair telling a 1-year-old to put a gun in her mouth and instructing her to make sounds like the weapon was firing, police said.

Worst of times for Manning, Broncos backers

In Denver, there was a funeral for Peyton Manning as we once knew him. In Green Bay, there was controversy. In Las Vegas, there were busted bettors and celebrating bookmakers.

EDITORIAL: End bargaining for paid time off

In the private sector, paid days off are a quality of life benefit. They exist to give workers some balance in their personal and professional lives, and provide the flexibility to deal with family and health emergencies without financial sacrifice.

Libelous personal attacks shouldn’t be part of politics

Being an elected official is one of the greatest honors I’ve accomplished in my life. To be able to work in the Nevada Assembly with exceptional people and handle legislation that affects the lives of Nevadans is an incredible experience, and one which I believe will enable me to help protect the liberties and rights of the people who elected me.

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