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Slate Magazine
1 week ago
Writing

I'd Long Wanted to Donate a Piece of My Body to Help Someone. Now I Do It to Make Ends Meet.

The struggle of financial hardship and the need for additional income during graduate schooling. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
4 weeks ago
JavaScript

Phish sent Drew Carey a blender as thanks for his wild Sphere show tweets

Drew Carey praised Phish's performance at Las Vegas' Sphere venue in a series of explicit and viral tweets. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Lawyer Shoots, Kills Self, Former Daughter-In-Law, And Her Attorney During Child Custody Deposition

A fatal shooting occurred during a child custody case deposition in Summerlin, Las Vegas.
The shooter, identified as attorney Joe Houston II, targeted his ex-daughter-in-law's lawyer and his wife before taking his own life. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay food

It's official: A's to leave Oakland, play in Sacramento next season

The A's will move from Oakland to the Sacramento area from 2025-2027, with an option to stay for a fourth season.
The team plans to open a new ballpark in Las Vegas in 2028, pending construction signings. [ more ]
Pitchfork
2 months ago
Music

Lady Gaga to Relaunch Las Vegas Residency

Lady Gaga relaunching Jazz & Piano residency in Las Vegas with covers and originals.
Residency set to run from June 19 to July 6 at Dolby Live at Park MGM. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US politics

Former Republican Candidate for U.S. House Is Charged With Murder

Daniel Rodimer, a former Republican congressional candidate backed by Trump, surrendered to police on murder charges.
The victim, Christopher Tapp, died from blunt-force trauma to the head in an altercation at a Las Vegas resort. [ more ]
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#shooting
www.france24.com
5 months ago
US politics

Three killed, one critically wounded in Las Vegas university shooting

Three people were killed and another critically injured in a shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
The suspect in the shooting is also dead.
Gun violence in the United States continues to be a daily occurrence. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Los Angeles

Five unhoused people in Las Vegas shot by lone suspect, police say

Five unhoused people were shot in Las Vegas, one fatally, and police are searching for a suspect.
Police in Los Angeles are also searching for a suspect in the fatal shootings of three unhoused people. [ more ]
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#In-Season Tournament
Silver Screen and Roll
5 months ago
LA Lakers

Lakers vs. Pelicans Preview: Off to Las Vegas

The Lakers are participating in the In-Season Tournament in Las Vegas.
They are starting to figure out what makes them a great team. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
New York Knicks

Knicks schedule in flux this week because of In-Season Tournament

The Knicks are preparing for a potential trip to Las Vegas for the NBA's In-Season Tournament.
If the Knicks lose to the Bucks, they will play two additional road games against top Eastern Conference teams. [ more ]
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#NHL Draft
RMNB
5 months ago
National Hockey League

The 2024 NHL Draft will be held at the Sphere in Las Vegas

The 2024 NHL Draft will be held at the Sphere in Las Vegas, making the NHL the first major North American sporting league to host an event at the venue.
The Sphere is known for its 580,000 square feet of LED displays and immersive video and audio capabilities. [ more ]
RMNB
6 months ago
National Hockey League

NHL having discussions to hold 2024 NHL Draft at the Sphere in Las Vegas

The 2024 NHL Draft will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The Sphere, owned by New York Rangers owner Jim Dolan, is being discussed as a potential venue for the draft.
The primary obstacle in securing the venue is the cost of the venture. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
5 months ago
California

SoCal to Vegas in two hours? High-speed rail comes closer to reality with $3-billion award

A high-speed rail project between the Inland Empire and Las Vegas has received a $3 billion federal grant.
The rail line, operated by Brightline, is expected to be open by 2028 and will connect Southern California to Las Vegas in just over two hours. [ more ]
#NHL
ESPN.com
5 months ago
National Hockey League

NHL will host draft in Vegas, eyes Sphere as site

The 2024 NHL draft will be held in Las Vegas at the Sphere, making the NHL the first league to hold a sporting event at the facility.
This will be the third time the NHL draft has been held at a non-NHL venue, with the previous occurrences in 2005 and 2020-2021 due to the pandemic.
Going forward, the NHL is transitioning to a decentralized draft format to allow teams to work from their facilities rather than traveling. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
5 years ago
National Hockey League

NHL all-star Marc-Andre Fleury lists Las Vegas home for $2.5 million

NHL goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury is selling his Las Vegas home for $2.5 million.
The custom home features over 6,000 square feet of interior space, a swimming pool, and a detached casita. [ more ]
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New York Post
5 months ago
NYC food

Yelp's top 25 new restaurants in the US include 2 in NYC

Anima by EDO in Las Vegas, Nevada is the best new restaurant in the United States according to Yelp.
Two restaurants in New York City made the list of the top 25 new restaurants in the country. [ more ]
TheTravel
5 months ago
Remote teams

10 Hotels For Digital Nomads In Las Vegas You Should Book

Las Vegas is a great destination for digital nomads due to its vibrant atmosphere, infrastructure, and entertainment offerings.
Accommodations in Las Vegas cater to digital nomads with well-equipped suites and villas that offer spacious interiors and reliable Wi-Fi. [ more ]
#Oakland Athletics
Los Angeles Times
6 months ago
East Bay (California)

A's fans share anger over team's departure - and unite in their love for Oakland

Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved relocating the Oakland A's to Las Vegas.
A's fans view the team's owner, John Fisher, as responsible for sabotaging the team and prioritizing profit over loyalty to Oakland.
The move to Las Vegas has left loyal fans feeling resentful and betrayed. [ more ]
Dodgers Nation
6 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers Owner Not Threatened By Giants Being Lone Northern California Team After Athletics Move

The Oakland Athletics have officially been approved to relocate to Las Vegas.
The Athletics are considering options for a temporary home, including the Oakland Coliseum and stadiums in San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Sacramento.
The Giants' ownership of the Bay Area media market could potentially present issues for the Dodgers, but LA owner Mark Walter does not believe it will threaten their competition with San Francisco. [ more ]
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www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Education

Judge orders teens held without bail in classmate's killing

Four of the eight Las Vegas high school students accused of beating their schoolmate to death in an alley made their first appearances in adult court.
The students face one count of murder but have not been formally charged.
Police are still working to identify and locate two more students seen in the footage taking part in the beating. [ more ]
#MLB
The Mercury News
6 months ago
East Bay (California)

A's owner John Fisher speaks: 'We did everything we could' to stay in Oakland

Oakland A's owner John Fisher publicly addresses the MLB owners' decision to approve the team's move to Las Vegas.
Fisher expresses gratitude to the owners and commissioner for their support and acknowledges the mixed emotions of sadness for the change and excitement for the future.
Fisher thanks the fans for their support and highlights the franchise's storied history across three cities: Oakland, Kansas City, and Philadelphia. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
East Bay food

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao responds to MLB approving A's relocation

MLB team owners voted to approve the A's move from Oakland to Las Vegas.
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao expresses disappointment and plans to pursue expansion opportunities.
Congresswoman Barbara Lee criticizes the move and vows to hold MLB accountable. [ more ]
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