For media inquiries, visit the Office of Media Relations website or call 702-895-3102.

La Brújula Verde Magazine

Modern humans dispersed from Africa on multiple occasions, but the event that led to global expansion occurred less than 100,000 years ago. Some researchers hypothesize that dispersals were limited to "green corridors" formed during wet intervals when food was plentiful and human populations expanded at the same rate as their environment.

CBC News

Regina and Las Vegas are drinking water from similar sources. "I've heard that Regina and Las Vegas are the only two major cities not built on a natural water source," said Regina's Kyle Halvorson. "I wanna know if there's any truth to that." Halvorson put his query to the new CBC podcast Good Question, Saskatchewan.

K.T.N.V. T.V. ABC 13

It's no secret there's a nationwide nursing shortage, but there's one specific type of nurse that local advocates say the Las Vegas valley especially needs more of: forensic nurses.

Well + Good

It’s a tale as old as time: You get into bed after a long day, turn the lights off, curl up under the covers, and close your eyes, hoping for a much-needed good night’s sleep. But the second your head hits the pillow at night, it feels like your thoughts start racing a mile a minute. No matter how tired you are, or how much you’ve been craving rest all day, you just can’t seem to figure out how to quiet your anxious thoughts at night for long enough to fall asleep.

Security Sales & Integration

In the three-plus months since the mass shooting at the ҳ| 鶹ýӳ (UNLV) that killed three faculty members and injured another, the school has made many efforts to enhance safety and security. UNLV launched its Rebel Recovery Program that aims to increase security on campus for the spring semester starting in January, as well as provide mental health and wellness resources to individuals affected by the shooting, reports X107.5.

K.N.P.R. News

Nevadans will not see a total solar eclipse on April 8, but we will see some of it. The eclipse is expected to cross through the middle of America, stretching 13 states from Texas to New York.

Fox 5 San Diego

Built in 1957, the Tropicana Hotel is a staple on the Las Vegas Strip, and guests are feeling nostalgic as the legendary resort will soon close its doors. “I think it’s pretty cool to be one of the last people to stay here,” tourist Dawn Baptist told Nexstar’s KLAS.

The New York Times

President Biden plans to visit Nevada and Arizona this week to champion his economic policies and attack Republicans on immigration and abortion as he seeks to shore up a crucial but wavering Latino electorate in the two battleground states.

The Hill

For most of the country, buying a lottery ticket is as simple as driving to the nearest convenience store or gas station. But for some, getting their hands on a Mega Millions or Powerball ticket requires a trip to another state entirely.

You Might Also Like

unlv pumpkins
Campus News |
A monthly roundup of the top news stories at UNLV, featuring the presidential election, gaming partnerships, and much more.
Undergrad researcher Benjamin Sabir helps H. Jeremy Cho examine an atmospheric water harvesting device. (Jeff Scheid/UNLV)
Campus News |
A monthly roundup of the top news stories featuring UNLV staff and students.
Students pass by Lied Library as they walk campus on the first day of Fall 2024 semester classes
Campus News |
A collection of news highlights featuring students and faculty.