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June 26, 2010 - 11:00 pm

Here are a few things in news, sports, entertainment and pop culture that we've been talking about lately.

■ A jersey-wearing and pantsless Lady Gaga u25B6 reportedly causes a commotion while attending a New York Yankees game. On the other hand, never before have pinstripes looked so fabulous.

■ Jimmy Buffett will headline a free concert on the Alabama coastline to show support for Gulf Coast residents. The event will be BYOW (bring your own waders).

■ A Reno car dealership gives a new car to a high school senior who had a perfect attendance record during his senior year. Think he'd have had perfect attendance during senior year if he'd owned a car then?

John Przybys (jprzybys@reviewjournal.com)

A Breeze Airways flight makes it to the gate at Harry Reid International Airport on Thursday, J ...

Breeze Airways launching four new Las Vegas routes

By Richard N. Velotta / RJ

November 4, 2025 - 2:07 pm

Las Vegans will have new options to fly to several new cities in the West and Midwest starting in 2026.

This is the best way for people 50 and older to boost their immune system

By Beth Ann Mayer • Parade

October 31, 2025 - 6:59 am

Countless ads might lead you to believe you need immunity-strengthening supplements; immunologists swear by something else.

Latest prescription for better health doesn’t cost a thing

By Todd Richmond The Associated Press

November 4, 2025 - 8:29 am

Many health care providers are issuing prescriptions for stressed-out patients to spend time outdoors.

The main benefit of the Mediterranean diet is that it reduces chronic inflammation in the body. ...

What makes the Mediterranean diet so good for your heart?

By Janet McCann Mayo Clinic News Network

October 31, 2025 - 6:15 am

Extensive research over the years continues to pinpoint the Mediterranean diet as one of the best for your heart. But why?

Lisa Tauai is one of the most sought after registered dietitians in Southern Nevada. (Lisa Tauai)

Dietitian explains link between mental health, eating habits

By Sheldon Jacobs Mental Health Matters

October 31, 2025 - 8:23 am

Lisa Tauai is one of the most sought after registered dietitians in Southern Nevada. Her diverse career path helps her bring a unique perspective to the industry.

Measles outbreak in Utah and Arizona being watched by UNLV disease expert

By Bryan Horwath / RJ

October 31, 2025 - 8:03 pm

As of Friday, 140 recent cases of the measles have been confirmed in southern Utah and northern Arizona, according to public health officials in the two states.

Intermountain Health will acquire a Las Vegas-based radiology company to increase patient’s a ...

Intermountain Health makes acquisition to increase patient’s access to care

By Emerson Drewes / RJ

October 30, 2025 - 2:27 pm

Intermountain Health will acquire a Las Vegas-based radiology company to increase patient’s access to care.

‘Hope for people’: UNLV dental clinic serves children with cleft lips, palates

By Bryan Horwath / RJ

October 30, 2025 - 6:30 am

UNLV’s School of Dental Medicine opened its new Advanced Needs Dental Clinic. The new space is at 1700 West Charleston Boulevard.

Laraine Newman arrives at the Groundlings 50th Anniversary event on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at ...

Ex-‘Saturday Night Live’ star ‘still totally immature’ at 73

By C.L. Gaber Special / RJ

October 30, 2025 - 6:11 am

There is a moment in every life when you finally feel like a success. It might be a raise, a diploma or — on rare occasions — one of the Beatles knowing your name.

Why won’t Medicare cover my brand-name prescription drug anymore?

By Toni King Toni Says

October 30, 2025 - 6:06 am

During the open enrollment period, it is extremely important that Medicare beneficiaries review their prescription coverage for 2026