2016: The Year in Review — VIDEO

The Las Vegas Review-Journal takes a look at the top moments from 2016.

CES celebrates 50th anniversary with biggest show ever

The organizers of CES are proving again that technology reaches all corners of life and that’s exemplified in the selection of the 2017 show’s opening keynote address.

 
We asked Las Vegas psychics what the future will bring in 2017 — VIDEO

From wars and natural disasters to the tension of U.S. presidential election and celebrity deaths, 2016 was a rough one for many. So, we asked several Southern Nevada psychics what they see ahead for us in 2017.

RJ Picks: UNLV vs. Wyoming

UNLV hosts Wyoming today at the Thomas & Mack. The Rebels are favored by a point.

This week’s 5 best TV shows worth watching

Our picks this week for movies, TV and streaming video include “Sherlock” and “The New Celebrity Apprentice.”

Most popular Las Vegas food trends of 2016

Sushi burritos. Ramen. Matcha everything. Las Vegas adopted all the biggest food trends of 2016 and made them bigger, better and tastier.

Ronda Rousey never recovered from beating in Australia

Ronda Rousey returned to the UFC on Friday for the first time in more than a year, but it took about five seconds to realize one of the most dominant athletes in MMA history had met her end in a land far, far away.

Begin 2017 with plans to spruce up your living space

It’s a brand new year — a blank canvas for those hoping to make the upcoming 365 days a year of self-improvement. Instead of the usual resolutions, make plans to spruce up your home to start the new year with a more energy-efficient and pleasant foundation.

Fixing roof leak may take professional

Q: The last time it rained, I noticed a small stain on my ceiling. I have an asphalt shingle roof, and I’m guessing that I have a roof leak, but I don’t know quite how to go about fixing it. Please give me some guidance.

Problems with fig trees usually caused by human management

The most frequently asked question asked in 2016 concerned fig trees. Readers wanted to know why their fig trees did not produce good fruit. Either the fruit dropped from the tree when it was small, or the fruit clung to the tree and never became large but remained small, hard and dry.

Pig farm, Loft 5 among top Las Vegas real estate deals of 2016

Las Vegas’ never-boring real estate market didn’t disappoint in 2016. There were plenty of deals, and some were more unusual than others. Here’s my list of the top 10 of 2016.

How to watch UNLV Basketball vs. Wyoming today

The UNLV men’s basketball team returns to the Thomas & Mack Center today to host Mountain West Conference opponent Wyoming for its last game of 2016.

Geographic diversity helps USA Hockey at elite level

Players from nontraditional hockey markets are finding spots on the national team roster for USA Hockey, which is undefeated in the World Junior Championships entering Saturday’s final round-robin Group B game vs. Canada.

RJ’s top 10 pound-for-pound boxers heading into 2017

Boxing has taken a hit since Floyd Mayweather Jr. last stepped into the ring, but the sport is headed in the right direction. Here’s a look at the 10 best pound-for-pound boxers heading into 2017.

Week 17 fantasy football lineup decisions fraught with peril

This is the week when most sensible fantasy leaguers are done with their seasons, because there are way too many personnel questions that will adversely affect your lineups.