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Success Story: Nick Mastrella Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Name: Nick MastrellaHometown: Rochester, NYAge: 26Height: 5'10"Weight Before: 245Weight After: 185
Beat the Burn Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
You wanted a bit of color, but you left your sunscreen in your other bag. Now you're burned. And it's only going to get worse. "The UV rays in sunlight can have an immediate and a delayed effect on skin," says Ronald Davis, Ph.D., a professor of dermatology at Tulane University. In other words, get out of the sun and start repairing your raw and battered flesh as soon as possible. Here's what to do:
FTSE 100 shares fall Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Stocks in London ended the session in the red Wednesday on falling house prices and corporate worries.
One universe under salsa Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
The Tropicana will be moving to a decidedly Latin beat today through Saturday as it plays host to the Las Vegas Salsa Congress. What is a salsa congress?
ÔPainter of Light,Õ not right Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Thomas Kinkade, the ÒPainter of LightÓ(TM) who describes himself as ÒAmericaÕs most collected artist,Ó recently rendered Las Vegas in a painting that went on sale this week.
This band rocks like itÕs 1979 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
The Knights of Monte Carlo like sipping chardonnay and rocking out, all while decked out in stage attire more appropriate on a sailboat than in the desert.
Revisiting the building blocks of their career Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
ItÕs 100 degrees. Everyone is sweating.
Job Cuts Fall to 15-Month Low in June Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Unemployment may be leveling off. Pink slips were still going out last month, but at a slower rate than we?ve seen in more than a year.
Say nay to HORSE event Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
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Man Sentenced In Payday Loan Swindle Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Investors enticed with big returns that didn't materialize. When you combine payday lending and investment fraud, you can easily land in trouble.
Nicaraguan boxer had grit cornered Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
They found the great Alexis Arguello dead Wednesday, apparently of a gunshot wound through the heart. You knew it would take something lethal to stop this manÕs heart from beating. Ask Aaron Pryor.
Simplicity Drop Side Cribs Recalled Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
About 400,000 Simplicity drop side cribs are being recalled. The crib's plastic hardware can break or deform, causing the drop side to detach. When the drop side detaches, it creates space between the drop side and the crib mattress. Infants and toddlers can roll into this space and become entrapped which can lead to suffocation.
FLASHPOINT Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
On campaign promises, the new Las Vegas city councilman is one for one, more than can be said for most silly season pledges that are forgotten after the swearing-in. Stavros Anthony used the new city hall proposal as a wedge issue with opponent Glenn Trowbridge, who seemed supportive of the concept. Anthony came out early and often against the $267 million boondoggle and pet project of the man with the Edifi ce Complex whose name surely will be on the building should it ever be erected:
State drops the ball Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Organization that runs needed social service programs fights for survival. A nonprofit organization known as Nevada Volunteers has played a major role in administering AmeriCorps programs and recruiting volunteers to help serve homeless veterans, provide food and clothing to the needy, tutor disadvantaged children and assist communities in response to natural disasters.
Unhealthy consequences Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Illegal surgery center shows what can happen when people donÕt have insurance. Health officials raided two Las Vegas stores last week, alleging that they served as illegal surgery centers, and served cease-and-desist orders. The stores, Botanica Maya and Botanica San Francisco, were licensed to sell health food and vitamins.
Helping consumers Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Financial companies are balking at President ObamaÕs plan to overhaul regulation. President Barack Obama on Tuesday sent Congress a bill to protect Americans from unscrupulous financial deals.
One couple, two kids, 40 openings Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
With guarded hopes, they vie to help open hot dog stand on the Strip. For information
JUST THE FACTS Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
6.4 million Items held in NevadaÕs public libraries at the end of fiscal 2008
CORRECTION Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
In a guide to fireworks shows in WednesdayÕs paper, it was incorrectly reported that Las Vegas PhilharmonicÕs ÒStar-Spangled SpectacularÓ at the Springs Preserve on Saturday night would be followed by fireworks. The concert will be capped by a laser show, which the orchestra described as Ògreen fireworks.Ó
Love it or hate it, climate change bill heads to Senate Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
As legislation squeezed through House, partisan divide showed . BREAKING RANKS
Path clears for federal support of fast train to Calif. STIMULUS OFF-LIMITS TO PRIVATE RAILS Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Transportation chief will announce key designation for Las Vegas route today. WASHINGTON ? The U.S. Transportation secretary will announce today the designation of a federal high-speed-rail corridor between Las Vegas and Southern California, a major assist that enables the long-imagined train route to compete for $8 billion in economic recovery funding and other federal support, the Las Vegas Sun has learned.
PrimmÕs lure: Freebies Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
HerbstÕs gamble to win visitors with deep discounts keeps Primm hotels hopping, money coming in. On a recent Monday afternoon, Buffalo BillÕs ? a Western-themed casino about 45 miles from the Strip at the California border ? offers a glimpse of Las VegasÕ past.
Reform debate fought on many fronts Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Doctors and patients arenÕt the only parties of interest in conversation on coverage . A young boy falls off his bike, hits his head and briefly blacks out.
Tributes paid to soldiers killed in Afghanistan Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Tributes poured in Friday for the most senior army officer to be killed in action since the Falklands War.
Australia pledges millions to Aboriginal projects Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Australia has pledged almost 200 million dollars (155 million US) to projects in remote Aboriginal communities, one day after releasing a damning report on the minority's grim living conditions.
Indian media hail court verdict ruling gay sex legal Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
The Indian media hailed a court ruling to decriminalise gay sex and urged the government to respond by striking a colonial-era ban on homosexuality from the statute books.
Indian court rules gay sex legal Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
A top Indian court issued a landmark ruling Thursday that decriminalised gay sex between consenting adults by declaring a colonial-era ban on homosexuality unconstitutional.
UN chief in Myanmar mission to free Suu Kyi Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has arrived in Myanmar on a difficult mission to press the chief of the ruling military junta to free opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi and other political prisoners.
US Marines push deeper in Afghan assault Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
US Marines have pushed deeper into Taliban strongholds after suffering the first fatality of their massive offensive against Afghanistan's hardline Islamist militia.
Federer, Murray closing in on history Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Roger Federer will put friendship aside while Andy Murray must turn his back on national hype and growing media hysteria when they aim to set up a dream Wimbledon final.
UN chief arrives in Myanmar for talks with junta Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has arrived in Myanmar for difficult talks with its military junta as he seeks the release of political prisoners including Aung San Suu Kyi.
UN chief arrives in Myanmar for talks with junta Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has arrived in Myanmar's commercial hub Yangon for talks with the ruling junta aimed at seeking the release of political prisoners, according to local officials.
Calif. Gay Marriage Judge Asks For Action Plans Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Proposition 8 judge tells lawyers he wants to see action plans to place the case on a fast track. A federal judge Thursday asked lawyers for both sides of a lawsuit against California's gay marriage ban for a ?plan of action? when they return to court, saying he wants to place the case on a fast track, the AP reported. U.S. District Judge Vaughn Walker told lawyers that he would conduct a full trial because he expects the case to one day reach the U.S. Supreme Court. The lawsuit was filed on May 22 by a lesbian couple and a gay couple who would like to marry in California but were denied a license because of Proposition 8, the voter-approved measure that bans gay marriage in the state. The two couples are represented by Ted Olson and David Boies, who squared off nine years ago when the Supreme Court decided the presidential election. Both are considered brilliant constitutional lawyers, but their collaboration has raised eyebrows considering their opposing political viewpoints. Walker
Marines establish positions in Afghan assault Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
US Marines have established bridgeheads in Taliban strongholds after suffering the first fatality of their massive offensive against Afghanistan's hardline Islamist militia.
Clashes in Honduras as OAS chief warns of challenge Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
The army has clashed with demonstrators supporting ousted President Manuel Zelaya in Honduras, as the head of the Organization of American States warned of the challenge to reinstate him.
UN chief heads for difficult Myanmar mission Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
UN chief Ban Ki-moon was due to arrive in military-ruled Myanmar on Friday on a diplomatically risky mission to seek the release of political prisoners including opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Jackson ex-wife plans custody bid, video emerges Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Michael Jackson's ex-wife vowed to fight for custody of the pop icon's children Thursday as footage of one of the star's final rehearsals surfaced appearing to show the singer in good health just two days before his sudden death.
Middle-aged singletons at higher dementia risk: study Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
People who live alone in middle age face nearly double the risk of developing cognitive problems in later life compared with married or cohabiting counterparts, according to a study published Friday.
US hits 'pause button' on aid to Honduras Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
The United States said Thursday it has "hit the pause button" on aid for Honduras pending a legal decision on whether to actually go ahead and cut aid in response to an army-backed coup there.
Host Tiger answers champ Kim's challenge in PGA start Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Tiger Woods fired his lowest round in nearly two years to answer a career-low course record by defending champion Anthony Kim and produce a sizzling start to the PGA National on Thursday.
Donovan issues ultimatum to Galaxy over Beckham Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Landon Donovan has issued the Los Angeles Galaxy an ultimatum - have English superstar David Beckham clean up his act or risk the departure of Donovan, the club's all-time top active scorer.
Opposition wants climate change action from Ottawa Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
The Liberal Party, Canada's main opposition group, warned the government Thursday against blocking an international deal to combat climate change, due to be negotiated in Copenhagen this December.
Conviction reversed in web hoax that led to suicide Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
A woman who was convicted of computer fraud in an Internet hoax that led to the suicide of 13-year-old girl was tentatively acquitted Thursday by a federal judge.
Thinking positive makes some feel glummer: study Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Repeating positive statements such as "I am a lovable person" or "I will succeed" makes some people feel worse about themselves instead of raising their self-esteem, a study showed Thursday.
WHO guarantees swine flu treatment for the Americas Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
The World Health Organization on Thursday vowed poor countries in the Americas would receive enough antivirals to combat the swine flu outbreak, amid fresh concern over the pandemic's spread.
Ecuador studies impact of The Simpsons on kids Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Hit US cartoon series "The Simpsons" will no longer be shown during prime-time in Ecuador while the government ponders its impact on children, a broadcaster said on Thursday.
Top officer among soldiers killed in Afghanistan Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
Two soldiers have been killed in an explosion in southern Afghanistan, including the first commanding officer to die in operations since 1991, the Ministry of Defence said Thursday.
Clinton skips Russia for 'shattered' elbow therapy Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00 EDT
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is unable to travel to Moscow next week because she needs to continue physical therapy on her "shattered" elbow, a US official said Thursday.
Wire Headlines
- Health care bill faces a crucial Senate vote
- Health care bill faces a crucial Senate vote
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- AP reporter caught up in Stalin family's agony
- Quick restart of Big Bang machine stuns scientists
- Motown caps 50th anniversary with hometown gala
- Terror trials differ in civilian, military courts
- Reports: 101-yr-old Brazil architect back at work
- McCain says he enjoyed Palin book
- Life requested for US suspect in Italy murder case
