It’s almost like hearing a nutritionist say bacon is good for you: Digital technology use is being linked to reduced risk of cognitive impairment.
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Backward walking not only provides a change of view, but also puts different demands on your body.
Breast cancer receives much attention in October, buts it’s crucial to keep screenings and exams at the forefront of preventive care year-round.
Israeli singer Micha Biton appeared at Marking Oct. 7 at Temple Beth Sholom in Las Vegas, commemorating the second anniversary of the terrorist assault on Israel.
Count Bruce Springsteen among those singing the praises of the actor portraying the younger version of the Boss in “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere.”
Bowers Mansion, one of Nevada’s most famous residences, memorializes the first fabulous Comstock mining era that brought Nevada Territory to statehood during the Civil War.
Nevada Basques annually honor their heritage during two summer festivals. The two-day Winnemucca Basque Festival gets underway Saturday at the convention center.
The Mojave Desert contains extensive areas of mountainous sand dunes. Early travelers tried to avoid the sand, but today the sands attract many modern travelers, some for their sheer beauty, others for their recreational opportunities.
Southern Nevadans seeking nearby outings on short winter days cannot go wrong with Lake Mead’s Northshore Road. This 62-mile scenic drive within Lake Mead National Recreation Area offers sweeping views of the lake, colorful desert panoramas and rugged mountains.
The Verde Canyon Railroad provides a scenic adventure through spectacular canyons in a wilderness area along the Verde River near Sedona, Ariz.
Retracing historic Route 66 is an iconic road trip, variously scenic, nostalgic and quirky.
Nevada’s public lands hold a wealth of rock art left behind by native cultures that developed long before Europeans arrived in the New World. Exploring Nevada’s rock art sites offers glimpses of the past and intriguing clues about ancient history.
The Hualapai Mountains near Kingman, Ariz., offer year-round recreational opportunities in a high forested setting. Campers, picnickers, hikers, mountain bikers, ATV riders and horsemen pursue their favorite activities in this pine-scented getaway surrounded by desert. They find cooler temperatures in summer, colorful foliage in autumn, snowy landscapes in winter and wildflowers in spring.
Las Vegas has been one of the fastest-growing cities nationwide for several decades, given its proximity to other population centers, lack of state income tax, and business-friendly environment. As Las Vegas has continued to grow, the overall amount of developable land has shrunk, with experts pointing to about eight years of supply left until Las Vegas is built out.
Liz Breier isn’t a member at Congregation Ner Tamid, but she was sure to be at the congregation’s Henderson synagogue near Valle Verde Drive and the 215 Beltway Tuesday evening.
Practitioners say meditating before or at work helps them maintain focus, sit still and reduce stress.
The 2026 Part D plans became available to the public Oct. 1 at Medicare.gov, and there are serious changes, with Part D premiums increasing.
In addition, seasonal vaccines — including flu and RSV — are also available for all recommended age groups.