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Rooting for underdog UNLV at the battle for the Fremont Cannon
"I allowed myself to smile a little bit and cheer inside for the players and coaches who finally came out on top."
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Writer and critic Dave Hickey is off deadline and on to the next thing
"If I didn’t say what I felt or thought, I wouldn’t have anything to say, so I kind of made a career out of dissent. I get paid for being disagreeable, but charming, of course."
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Cosmo is proving to be a world-beater on social media
When it comes to Twitter followers, the Strip property is beating local hotels and global brands alike.
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In brief: Cher bashes on Las Vegas, a local fire department saves two dogs and more
Also, a Nevada Assemblyman puts his foot in his mouth.
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How to name a casino: From Barbary Coast to Bill’s to ... what now?
Caesars Entertainment severed its ties to the Gansevoort Hotel Group, which means the refurbished casino at Flamingo and the Strip needs a new name.
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Take the quiz: How well do you know Nevada?
Brush up on your Nevada knowledge with our quick Silver State test.
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Brainstorming Halloween costumes with Tommy Trash
The electro house DJ talks playing Vegas gigs, Halloween costumes and more.
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Hot Spots: The Weeknd at Pure, Krave opens again and more
Also, Halloween weekend events.
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We All Press Play: Kozmoe Alonzo
The personal playlists of local nightlife staff.
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Which Jay Z-inspired cocktail will you choose at Rao’s?
The Brooklyn-born rapper and the original Rao's in East Harlem have a long history.
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Nightlife news & notes: Richie Hawtin plays Marquee, Haim parties at Lavo and more
Also, Travis Barker and Mix Master Mike hit the stage at Pure.
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Snapshots from anti-fest Life Is Sh*t
The view from the "never-ending mountain of sh*t."
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CD review: Arcade Fire's latest is too much and not enough
This album finds the band sprawling further, but is that what we want?
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Lit city: Recent works by Las Vegas writers
A young adult novel, a Las Vegas Writes anthology and more.
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Perfect night: Remembering Phish's Velvet Vegas stop
A great album got a great cover by a great band.
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Our post-LIB interview with fest founder Rehan Choudhry
We will be back next year. ... And I can tell you, the growth potential for this thing is tremendous.
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Phish fans want to know: Will the band ever come back to Vegas?
It doesn't help that our city is seen as the beginning of the band's demise.
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Three Vegas-based books every local should have on the shelf
There’s no reason to set Sin City aside, even if you happen to live in Las Vegas.
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The Weekly interview: Vegas-bred comic Jo Koy
From the Huntridge to small coffeehouses, Koy built his career here.
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Trust Us: Garage punk, Goat Boy and more
Oh, and Gov't Mule, too.
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Film review: 'Last Vegas' is a battle of cliches
Do we really need a Hangover for the senior citizen set?
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The Weekly Chat: Author and book fest keynote speaker Luis Alberto Urrea
Before delivering his keynote address at the Vegas Valley Book Fest, author and poet Luis Alberto chats with Weekly about his books, Twitter activity and more.
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Our guide to the 2013 Vegas Valley Book Festival
10 must-see events from this weekend's festival.
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Film review: 'Enders Game' has lots of action—and serious messages
This is how science fiction should be done, folks.
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Film review: 'Man of Tai Chi'
Keanu Reeves directorial debut is a showcase for martial artist Tiger Chen, who worked with Reeves as a stuntman on Matrix sequels.
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'12 Years a Slave' tells a difficult but important story
As both drama and cinema, the film is merely solid, impressive. As a cultural object, however, it’s essential.
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Film review: 'Last Vegas' is a battle of cliches
Do we really need a Hangover for the senior citizen set?
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Film review: 'Enders Game' has lots of action—and serious messages
This is how science fiction should be done, folks.
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Film review: 'Man of Tai Chi'
Keanu Reeves directorial debut is a showcase for martial artist Tiger Chen, who worked with Reeves as a stuntman on Matrix sequels.
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'12 Years a Slave' tells a difficult but important story
As both drama and cinema, the film is merely solid, impressive. As a cultural object, however, it’s essential.
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Buddy V’s Ristorante keeps it comfortable
Welcome to the new wave of more casual Italian restaurants on the Strip.
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Carmine’s and Rao’s keep the family-style food coming
These two classic Italian eateries at Caesars Palace are ready to warm up your winter.
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Watch local chefs duel at the World Food Championships
The second-year event adds the Chef's Challenge this year, a culinary skill expo where kitchen commanders compete for $5,000.
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Chef Mike Minor is leaving Border Grill to launch Truck U Barbecue
The longtime local chef plans to combine his two favorite foods, barbecue and Mexican, into a new high-energy mobile eatery.