The Internet’s favorite Thanksgiving tradition continues
Grandmas are the best, and for the sixth year in a row, the internet's favorite Thanksgiving tradition that started with a wrong number continues.5 years ago
US concerned that a Russian anti-satellite weapons test created a debris field in space
The US is concerned that Russia carried out a major anti-satellite weapons test over the weekend creating a potentially dangerous debris field in space.5 years ago
Alex Jones liable for defamation in Sandy Hook ‘hoax’ case
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has been found liable for damages in lawsuits brought by parents of Sandy Hook shooting victims.5 years ago
Reese’s reveals its largest peanut butter cup yet
Peanut butter fans rejoice. Reese's is releasing its largest peanut butter cup ever: a nine-inch Reese's Thanksgiving Pie.5 years ago
Temple Square Christmas lights and activities for 2021
There will be lights at Temple Square this Christmas, but construction on Temple Square will limit the number of lights and activities.5 years ago
Your favorite comfort foods are getting more expensive
Get ready to pay even more for the fun stuff in your grocery cart. Top snack makers Kraft Heinz and Mondelez say they will hike prices for retail customers on varieties of foods and snacks.5 years ago
‘Tiger King’ Joe Exotic says he has ‘aggressive cancer’
The man known as “Tiger King,” who gained fame in a Netflix documentary following his conviction for trying to hire someone to kill an animal rights activist, says he has cancer.5 years ago
US mandates vaccines or tests for big companies by Jan. 4
Tens of millions of Americans who work at companies with 100 or more employees will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Jan. 4 or get tested for the virus weekly.5 years ago
Big turkeys are back for an IRL Thanksgiving
Grocery chains and retail analysts are expecting people to have bigger gatherings than last year. So they're stocking up on larger turkeys — 18 to 24 pounds — in a shift from last year's smaller ones of 12 to 14 pounds.5 years ago
US cyber officials issue sweeping directive requiring federal agencies to update systems vulnerable to hacking
All federal civilian agencies have been directed update hardware and software that is vulnerable to hacking following multiple breaches of government networks in recent years.5 years ago
Winsome Sears will become Virginia lieutenant governor, CNN projects, becoming first female and woman of color in the office
Winsome Sears, a conservative Republican, will be Virginia's next lieutenant governor, breaking barriers as the first female and the first woman of color in the office in the commonwealth's 400-year legislative history.5 years ago
Biden says Pope told him he’s a good Catholic and should continue receiving communion
President Joe Biden said Friday that Pope Francis told the President that he should continue receiving communion, and the Pope is happy that Biden is a "good Catholic."5 years ago
Utah Rep. who called for Utah election audit resigns
State Rep. Stephen Christiansen, R-West Jordan, emailed a late-night resignation to state leadership on Thursday night after his call for an audit on the Utah election.5 years ago
Mitt Romney dresses up as Ted Lasso, has ‘biscuits with the boss’ with Kyrsten Sinema
Sen. Mitt Romney laced up his boots and put on his best Ted Lasso for Halloween, fake mustache and all.5 years ago
Attorney accuses Idaho clinician treating Lori Daybell of manipulating case
The lead defense attorney for Lori Vallow Daybell accused a clinician treating her at a mental health facility of manipulating her case in new legal filings.5 years ago
Facebook changes its company name to Meta
Facebook is changing its company name to reflect its future ambitions and confronts wide-ranging scrutiny of the real-world harms from its various platforms after a whistleblower leaked hundreds of internal documents.5 years ago
Sitting Bull’s great-grandson identified using new DNA technique
The great-grandson of the legendary Lakota Sioux Chief Sitting Bull has been confirmed as his closest living relative using an innovative new DNA technique.5 years ago
Utah Tech recommended as new name for Dixie State, opponents still fighting
The recommended Utah Tech name change from Dixie State comes after the school's Board of Trustees approved the name over the summer.5 years ago
Buzz Lightyear’s origin story is teased in a new trailer from Pixar
Disney and Pixar released the brand new teaser trailer for "Lightyear" on Wednesday. With Chris Evans voicing Buzz Lightyear, the film will tell the story of the "real" person behind the iconic toy and character featured in the classic "Toy Story" movies.5 years ago
District attorney hasn’t ruled out criminal charges in fatal shooting on ‘Rust’ set
A district attorney in New Mexico hasn't ruled out criminal charges in the death of Halyna Hutchins on the "Rust" movie set, a spokesperson confirmed Tuesday, noting the shooting remains under active investigation.5 years ago
Spanx employees given $10,000 and two first-class plane tickets
The chief executive and founder of shapewear company Spanx has surprised employees with two first-class plane tickets and $10,000 each to celebrate the company's $1.2 billion deal with Blackstone.5 years ago
Sleepless in Salt Lake City, Utah ranks #1 for people Googling “sleep issues”
Google trend data compiled by Amerisleep shows that Utahn's lead the nation for googling sleep issues.5 years ago
Investigators confused Brian Laundrie’s mother for him while watching their home, police reportedly acknowledge
Investigators in Florida confused Brian Laundrie's mother with her son while they were monitoring the family's home.5 years ago
