Robert Downey Jr. named top-earning actor

“Iron Man” star Robert Downey Jr. was named the world’s top-earning actor on Tuesday by Forbes, taking first place on a list that featured leading men from Bollywood as well as Hollywood for the first time.

16 policemen dead after helicopter crash

Sixteen policemen died on Tuesday when a helicopter likely crashed into the side of mountain in a wooded region of northwestern Colombia, Defense Minister Luis Carlos Villegas said.

Name change coming as Global Cash focuses on slot machine business

The gaming industry’s top provider of payment processing equipment will unveil a new name, logo and New York Stock Exchange ticker symbol later this month that reflects the Las Vegas-based company’s place within the casino equipment manufacturing sector.

Mayweather hand-picks Berto as next opponent

And the winner is … Andre Berto. At least on Tuesday he was. Berto was chosen as Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s opponent on Sept. 12 at the MGM Grand Garden on Showtime Pay Per View.

 
Shots fired outside Mississippi military post

No one was injured when the shots were fired in the direction of two soldiers at Camp Shelby, Perry County Sheriff Jimmy Dale Smith said. He said it was not known whether they were targeted or if the shots were from hunters.

5 key things to know about tax repeal

If proponents of the taxes approved by the 2015 Legislature look worried these days, they have good reason.

“Miracle on Ice” goalie is selling his memorabilia for $5.7M

Thirty-five years after Jim Craig helped lead the United States hockey team to a gold medal at the 1980 Olympics, the “Miracle on Ice” goaltender is hoping to make another impossible dream come true by selling all his memorabilia from the Lake Placid Games in one 19-item lot for $5.7 million.

Allen homers, triples in 51s’ 5-2 victory over Tacoma

Brandon Allen hit an RBI triple as part of a three-run first inning and later added a two-run homer to pad the 51s’ lead in a 5-2 win over the Tacoma Rainiers on Tuesday night in a Pacific Coast League game at Cashman Field.

LETTERS: Selfie stupidity justifies fine

The article in the July 26 Review-Journal about visitors who are taking “selfies” at Yellowstone National Park is further proof that you can’t fix stupid (“Bison attacks woman trying to take a selfie in Yellowstone Park”). When one goes to this majestic park, there are signs posted everywhere warning people to stay at least 30 yards away from the bison and other wild animals. Yet people, in their stupidity, choose to ignore the signs and get self-absorbed in taking a selfie using their cameras. Then, when they are injured, immediately the rangers and other park personnel have to rush to their aid. As cold as it may sound, these people should be fined. Maybe they would learn a lesson and heed the warnings that are posted.

Police seek 2 men in southwest bank robbery

Las Vegas police are asking for the public’s help in finding two men in connection with a bank robbery Wednesday in the southwest valley.

Winning Mets inspire 51s players to improve

They watch in the clubhouse daily, eyes peered on big brother, each intent on joining him soon. Winners following the actions of winners.

 
‘Real Housewives’ star accused of shoplifting from Target

Kim Richards, part of television’s “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” ensemble, spent a night in jail after her arrest on suspicion of shoplifting $600 worth of merchandise from a Target discount store in Los Angeles, police said on Tuesday.

NFLPA releases Tom Brady transcript from ‘Deflategate’ appeal

The National Football League players union on Tuesday made public a full transcript of star New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady’s June 23 appeal of his four-game “Deflategate” suspension before league Commissioner Roger Goodell.

Henderson water rates rise as Lake Mead levels fall

Joining other local water districts, Henderson approved an added fee on water bills Tuesday to help pay for a new pumping station at Lake Mead. The money will go to the Southern Nevada Water Authority, not the city.

How to fund a last-minute summer vacation without using your credit card

Summer is almost over, and you’re staring down the barrel of another long year. Work, school, winter — it’s all screaming for you to take one last summer vacation. And if you’re like a lot of people, that has you reaching for your credit cards.

 
Boy beaten over piece of cake died from head injuries

A coroner has concluded that a 9-year-old Maryland boy who was fatally beaten over a missing piece of birthday cake died from head injuries, a spokeswoman for the agency said on Tuesday.

 
Detroit Tigers part ways with GM

The team announced Tuesday that assistant general manager Al Avila will take over as general manager and vice president of baseball operations.

x107.5 morning show co-host reflects on time in Vegas

By now, you’ve probably heard that KXTE-FM, 107.5’s “Dave, Mahoney & DK Morning Show” is moving to Houston, where it will take over the airwaves at MIX 96.5 starting Sept. 14.

3 hurt in crash that sends car into office building

Three people were injured when a car crashed into another vehicle and then into a building Monday night in the central valley, according to Las Vegas police.

Clark County, SEIU trade final jabs

At one point, Clark County’s attorney asked the union president if his organization’s bargaining position was “greedy.”

Parents accused of abusing infant, leaving kids without food

Marion, N.C., parents are facing charges after deputies say their 3-month-old daughter was admitted to a hospital with broken and displaced bones. The baby also reportedly suffered from an infection.

Time to rename street in Stupak’s honor

It’s just a slash of asphalt in the shadow of the Stratosphere Tower, but humble Baltimore Avenue at last might have found itself in the perfect location.

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