Two men have been arrested in the killing of a teenage boy over an iPad in Las Vegas.

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas police said Sunday that two men have been arrested in the killing of a teenage boy after he refused to give up his iPAD.

(BPT) - Warm weather brings everyone outdoors - grilling on the deck, playing on the lawn and savoring beautiful gardens. To create these beautiful outdoor spaces, the experts at Lowe’s offer four easy, affordable projects you can do yourself. Follow these tips to make sure your outdoor spaces are in tip-top shape by summer’s end.

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(NAPSI)—There is good news for game players who are on the lookout for a way to enjoy the latest games when they are away from their laptop or desktop computer.

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(BPT) - The trend toward smaller, more efficient homes is still in full swing, with new home builders offering floor plans that lower square footage while amping up usability. If your home is older, however, or you live in an apartment, your smaller space may just feel ... well, small.

(BPT) - Just 10 years ago, homebuyers would have started the purchasing process with a phone call to mortgage broker or real estate agent, a drive through a desirable neighborhood and a perusal of the classifieds. In 2013, however, buying a house is a high-tech affair, with technology making it easier than ever to find and finance the home of your dreams.

(BPT) - The busy home remodeling season is a great time for homeowners to focus on increasing curb appeal. The percentage of homeowners who feel now is a good time to spend money on home improvement has doubled since 2009, according to a recent survey among Better Homes and Gardens readers. Considering two of the top four features consumers have on their wish lists for their next home are low maintenance exteriors and a private backyard, high-performance products that come in a variety of colors, textures and designs are expected to be in high demand this year.

(BPT) - Resolving to reduce clutter and get better organized seems to be a lingering item on many people’s “to-do” lists, yet for many of us, it can be difficult to get started. While organization is an essential tool for navigating our complex modern lives, many people struggle to find their personal style of organization and a system that works within their busy lives at home, at the office or on-the-go. Just as specific organizational needs vary from person to person, so too do organizational styles.

(NAPSI)—Owning a digital device such as a smartphone or tablet has quickly gone from being a luxury to a necessity.

When Brandon Sywassink arrives at a vineyard and hops out of his truck, the first tool he reaches for isn't a pair of pruning shears or work gloves. Sywassink boots up his iPad and opens an app called LandView to see what tasks are on the list for this particular plot of land. This time of year, that might include mowing between each row, tying up vines or repairing wires.

(NAPSI)Build a communityand a businessaround something youre passionate about. With the help of new online tools, people can gather around the things theyre interested in, plus these tools make it easy to create a small business that facilitates collaborative learning and sharing in your area. The online platform called Eventbrite (www.eventbrite.com) is a website anybody can use to create events, from crafting or cooking classes, to Stella & Dot parties, to yoga lessons.

(BPT) - If you find yourself wondering how you ever got along before your smartphone, laptop and GPS, you’re not alone. Technology is so much a part of how we go about our days that we often take it for granted. However, in many cases, houses haven’t caught up to the same technological standards as the gadgets people carry with them 24/7. But that’s all about to change, as new ideas begin to revolutionize the way we view our homes.

(NAPSI)—Giving your home more personality and treating yourself and your family to the delights of custom art can be easier and more affordable than you may think.

Have a new computer, iPad, television or phone? Seem to have a few electronic "somethings" that no longer work and are cluttering up your store room, attic or garage?

(NAPSI)—One in five people in the U.S. has some sort of learning disability like dyslexia, yet experts say that for many children, the problem remains undiagnosed far longer than it should. Recognizing the early signals of such learning differences can be extremely important for a child’s success in school and life.

(BPT) - If there’s one room in the house that cries out for fresh air, it’s the kitchen. And if there’s a second room that can benefit from Mother Nature’s sweet breath, it’s the bathroom. When humidity and odors build up in a room, a host of disagreeable results arises, from mold and mildew to dank, unpleasant air.

(NAPSI)—Entertaining as they are, tablet computers and smartphones are not all fun and games.

The effort to reopen school libraries in the Galt Joint Union Elementary School District will continue later this month at a community recycling event. Organizers are hoping residents who received new iPads, computers, iPhones or other electronic devices are looking to get rid of their older items.

(BPT) - Whether snuggling in for the night or just trying to catch a quick few winks, your environment plays an important role in determining if you’re counting sheep or counting Zzzs. From noise reduction to lighting, there are a few easy ways you can turn your bedroom into a tranquil oasis.