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LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL

May 27, 2012 - 1:01 am

Here are a few things in news, entertainment and pop culture that caught our eye last week.

■ A suspect is arrested in connection with an attempt to steal high-value chips from Bellagio. Once again, people: "Oceans Eleven" is a movie, not a documentary.

■ "Sophia" and "Anthony" were Nevadans' top baby name picks in 2011. Narrowly edging out "Siegfried," "Carrot Top" and "Zzyzx."

■ The private company SpaceX successfully sends an unmanned capsule on its way to the International Space Station. For some reason, "One small step for man, one giant leap for our stockholders" doesn't have quite the same ring.

JOHN PRZYBYS (jprzybys@reviewjournal.com)

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Every phase of wound healing requires extra protein, say experts. (Dreamstime/TNS)

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At any age, learning a new language is a worthwhile exercise

By Stephen Wade The Associated Press

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Strong family ties fuel Kate Winslet’s latest film

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Millions paying the cost for ignoring Medicare’s rules

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By Jim Miller Savvy Senior

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If you’re looking for a safe way to get active again but find traditional exercise routines difficult, chair yoga may be the perfect fit.

Southern Nevada Health District offices (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Latest measles case reported in visitor to Las Vegas airport

By Tony Garcia / RJ

December 23, 2025 - 10:35 am

An out-of-state visitor at Harry Reid International Airport this month is the latest case of the measles reported in Clark County, the Southern Nevada Health District said.

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What’s next in Nevada for cannabis after Trump’s move to reclassify it as a less-dangerous drug?

By Ricardo Torres-Cortez / RJ

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Under reclassification, state-legal cannabis businesses would be able to deduct expenses with the Internal Revenue Service, “the same as any other company would do,” according to a report.

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Why experts say to light candles, fireplaces in moderation

By Cheyanne Mumphrey The Associated Press

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