Don't miss out on the important sounds of your life
Conversations going unheard, volume settings on electronics pushed to the max, constantly asking speakers to repeat themselves - these are all common signs of hearing loss.
View ArticleThe holiday gift that keeps on giving: opt to adopt a pet, save a life
It's not surprising that pets are often a popular holiday gift. The darling image of the bow-bedecked puppy or the kitten-stuffed stocking is a holiday classic, but holiday gift givers should make...
View ArticleThe real cost of that 'free app' just might be your privacy
The app world is booming and today there are more than 1 million mobile apps available for download through online stores run by companies like Apple and Google. Many apps are available free of charge...
View ArticleTips for keeping pedestrians safe on the roads
When it comes to keeping young walkers safe on America's roads, the country has made great strides. Still, bigger steps are needed to improve pedestrian safety overall, and particularly for teenagers....
View ArticleRetirement planning? Tips for getting the most out of Social Security
The majority of Americans support continuing the Social Security program, even if they are decades away from drawing benefits, a 2010 survey by AARP found. Nevertheless, with the program's future...
View ArticleGet the most from your mobile phone service
With more than 320 million mobile phones in the country, it's no surprise that most Americans say wireless phone access is so important that it would be the last item they would give up if money were...
View ArticleOutdoor gear that performs year-round
Rugged camping gear is no longer just for adventurers and niche outdoor sports. High-tech or activity-specific outdoor products are gaining popularity because they also come in handy every day and...
View ArticleGay center finds home in downtown Las Vegas
The Gay & Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada for two decades has served as a home away from home for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender teens and adults. Now, The Center finally has...
View ArticleMost-welcoming companies offer competitive pay, worker appreciation
The Las Vegas Review-Journal and Business Press reveal the top small, midsize and large workplaces in the Las Vegas Valley.
View ArticleRuffin, Trump pals in business, leisure
Billionaire Phil Ruffin said his partnership with real estate tycoon Donald Trump has remained solid during the economic storm that shook Las Vegas.
View Article'Argo' wins best picture; Lawrence, Day-Lewis get top acting awards at Oscars
Jennifer Lawrence of “Silver Linings Playbook” has won the Academy Award for actress. Daniel Day-Lewis won the actor award for his portrayal as Abraham Lincoln in “Lincoln.”
View ArticleAs housing market warms, keep these buying tips in mind
Home sales seem to be finally warming up after a five-year chill, as demand gradually builds among first-time homebuyers and existing homeowners seeking more room. Here are some tips about buying a...
View ArticleThree crowded southwest schools set for year-round schedules
Forbuss, Reedom and Wright elementary schools will move to year-round schedules in the fall to deal with crowding, Clark County School District Superintendent Dwight Jones decided Friday afternoon.
View ArticleTop five tax tips for the digital era
Filing taxes online has become more popular than ever. In fact, the rate of individual tax returns filed online hit an all-time high of 80 percent last year, according to the IRS. But filing isn't the...
View ArticleSeller's market success tips for buyers and sellers
Key indicators point to conditions for a seller's real estate market this spring. With fewer homes on the market, low interest rates, rising home prices and lower unemployment rates, there will be...
View ArticleAnalysts give mixed reviews for Genting's Strip plans
Last week’s news that Genting Group had bought the moribund Echelon property and would build out a $2 billion to $7 billion Strip hotel-casino complex was hailed as good news for recession-weary Las...
View ArticleSeason's cleanings - tips to keep your home clean and clutter free
After a long winter, spring is finally in sight. Before the season is in full bloom and outdoor chores pile up, take advantage of spring showers to tackle the indoors first with easy home cleaning and...
View ArticleDon't miss a beat this college basketball season
The college basketball tournament is one of the most exciting times of the year for basketball fans across the country, so much so that workplace productivity takes a nosedive. Whether you're watching...
View ArticleNevada movement draws the line on human trafficking
A modern-day abolitionist movement that includes Las Vegas law enforcement officials, the state attorney general’s office, legislators and grass-roots activists wants to reclassify the pimps who...
View ArticleUnderground home was built as Cold War-era hideaway
The underground house at 3970 Spencer St. was built for comfort, with two hot tubs, a sauna and an in-ground pool. It was also constructed to withstand a nuclear blast.
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