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Three months after pro-Palestinian protests at UT, here are five takeaways and updates
Three months ago, pro-Palestinian protesters gathered for several days along Speedway and at the University of Texas' South Mall to demand that the institution divest from weapons manufacturers contributing to Israel's bombardment of Gaza. At the same time, thousands of other protesters across the country were also demanding the same from their institutions of higher learning. At UT, President Jay Hartzell called Texas Department of Public Safety troopers to help control the demonstrations, specifically one on April...
IOC officially awards Utah the 2034 Olympics — but not without final-hour drama
Olympic supporter Jack O'Leary, center, and his friends celebrate at Washington Square in the early hours of July 24, 2024 after it was announced that Salt Lake City would host the 2034 Winter Olympic Games. (Photo by Leah Hogsten) It was just after 4:20 a.m. in Salt Lake City, where...
Inside the last-minute drama that brought changes to Utah's Olympics bid
PARIS — Why did Utah's Olympic bidders bring up an anti-doping issue during their otherwise upbeat pitch to the International Olympic Committee on Wednesday for the 2034 Winter Games?. The last-minute addition — pledging the 2034 Winter Games would follow international doping controls — to the more than a...
‘We’re back, baby!’: Utah reacts to winning 2034 Winter Olympic Games
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox may have summed up Utah's excitement for the 2034 Olympic Games the best, saying in front of the International Olympic Committee crowd in Paris, France: "We're back, baby!"
IOC pushes Utah officials, US Olympic leaders to persuade FBI to drop WADA probe as part of 2034 Games deal
The International Committee (IOC) on Wednesday pushed Utah officials to end an FBI investigation into an alleged doping coverup involving the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and Chinese swimmers as it celebrated Salt Lake City as the host of the 2034 Winter Games. The entire deal for Salt Lake City to...
WHAT ARE THESE Amazing Ponds in Utah??
People say there's nothing more disconcerting than looking out of a plane window and seeing something "unexpected." And what they're usually talking about is an engine being on fire or an alien space ship dangling in the clouds. But sometimes you look out and you see something out in the...
Electronic Week: 10+ Utah Electronic Artists You Need to Know
If you’ve never heard of, let alone dipped your toes into the Utah electronic scene, it can be a bit daunting to know where to jump in. Without a designated space like Velour for the scene to gather, it’s a bit harder to get a pulse on who’s making waves in the community. Lucky for you, we’ve got your cheat sheet right here of ten producers from Utah to help you get started on the who’s-who of the local electronic scene.
Opinion: Political earthquakes shake up presidential race
If the ground seems shaky under our feet, it’s because some of the biggest political earthquakes in our lifetimes have occurred over the last several days. We’re still a little dazed, but we share our thoughts. The shocking assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump was shortly followed by President Joe Biden withdrawing from the presidential race. Now the attention of Utah, the nation and the world turns to the likelihood of VP Kamala Harris leading the Democratic ticket and whether she can defeat Trump. How will Harris do against Trump? What are the potential impacts for local races? Pignanelli: “Politics is politics, but this is a human moment.” — Van Jones, political commentator For generations, American schoolchildren were lectured on Greek and Shakespearean tragedies. These lessons became relevant as millions endured the publicized travails of an aging leader. Thankfully, this drama is in the final act.
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