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Machine Guns Vegas to make shooting sexy

What else can Vegas sex up? Oh, yes—firearms. more

Mirage’s new Kardashian Khaos store is aptly named

The celebutantes’ boutique opened at the Strip-side resort on Tuesday. more

My first buffet: Vegas baptism by spicy cabbage

Weekly writer Erin Ryan experiences the Vegas staple for the first time. more

Counter-protest outnumbers Westboro Baptist Church picket in Las Vegas

The controversial church visited town on Tuesday, inspiring many locals to assemble in opposition. more

Amy Winehouse’s autopsy reveals “death by misadventure”

With the official coroner’s report comes closure, sort of… more

Is it time to start embracing the decay of Las Vegas?

Local writers explore the idea in a new book titled ‘Fade Sag Crumble.’. more

Thinking about Halloween costumes, landlines and more

Also, a candy corn discussion. more

Conversation starters: From ‘Sister Wives’ to crappy copiers

Also, the Clark County Coroner’s Office hits the airwaves soon. more

Weekly Q&A: Jake Saady is a man with a network

Light Group’s vice president of marketing has more than 20,000 contacts and counting. more

Random photo of the week

Submitted by Eric J. Wingate. more

As We See It

Nightlife

Hot Spots: Erick Morillo, Deena Nicole and more

Also, Cali Swag District performs at Club Nikki. more

Nightlife news & notes: ‘DJ Mag’ reveals its top lists and more

Also, Steve Aoki collaborates with a well-known indie musician. more

Aces & Ales hopes to be named Most Arrogant Bar in America

And you can still help them take the title, as the Stone Brewing Company-sponsored competition ends on November 6. more

Nightlife

Arts & Entertainment

Talking zombies and shadows with author Max Brooks

The son of Mel Brooks wanted to be Tom Clancy, not his dad. more

Raise a toast to the Las Vegas Valley Book Festival

The Las Vegas Valley Book Festival is celebrating 10 years, and Kristen Peterson thinks that’s pretty darn cool. more

Our guide to can’t-miss Vegas Valley Book Fest events

From comics to the keynote, you’ll want to catch these. more

Writers and visual artists knock heads in new ‘10x10’ exhibit

In partnership with the Vegas Valley Book Festival, the invitational paired visual artists and writers of varying media and genres to reflect on issues ranging ... more

Slutty nurse out, bloody Shakespeare heroine in at Halloween by the Book

Hamlet and Gertrude are chatting up Hunter S. Thompson and Dr. Gonzo, while Gatsby poses for a picture near Mark Twain. more

Alt-tribute group Red Eye Radio out-nerdgasms Weezer

I’ve never seen the real Rivers Cuomo fall to his knees in full-on nerdgasm during “Undone: The Sweater Song.” more

Where to go, what to listen to and what to play this month

A great game, a great lecture … and a great new Angry Birds character more

Dragone’s ‘Le Reve’ remains a splashy delight

Le Rêve remains a splashy delight, comparable to any Cirque show, especially as the holidays approach and family-friendly options are at a premium. more

Two opinions on the new Lou Reed/Metallica collaboration ‘Lulu’

A Lou Reed fan and a Metallica fan review ‘Lulu’ more

‘Death of the Republic’ a fascinating look at a president

Candice Millard takes a historical look at the death of James Garfield more

CD review: Kelly Clarkson’s ‘Stronger’

Kelly Clarkson’s latest isn’t very inspired, but will please her fans more

A&E

Screen

‘Anonymous’ is an affront to Shakespeare’s work

In asking who wrote it, the movie fails to honor it. more

Michael Shannon brings uncomfortable intensity to ‘Take Shelter’

The Boardwalk Empire actor remains creepy as ever in this unsettling drama. more

Christmas for stoners: Harold and Kumar are back!

The tone is right, and the humor sustains it. more

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