Millions of cicadas are expected to emerge after 17 years underground because, of course, it’s 2020
As if we didn't have enough to worry about with giant murder hornets invading the US and a global pandemic, millions of 17-year cicadas will emerge from the ground this year.6 years ago
Scientists didn’t detect a parallel universe in Antarctica. But they are learning more about mysterious, ghostly neutrinos
Detecting neutrinos on Earth can allow them to be traced back to their sources, which could reveal more about the origin of mysterious cosmic rays.6 years ago
Our pandemic shopping habits are here to stay. Brands are racing to adapt
While a lot is still unknown, it's clear that some lifestyle changes and shifts in spending patterns are going to be here longer than social distancing measures.6 years ago
Navajo Nation has 48 new cases of coronavirus, 1 more death
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez says recent data indicates the coronavirus peak for hospitalizations on the vast reservation occurred from April 21-26, a month earlier than initial projections.6 years ago
Weather better for historic SpaceX launch of NASA astronauts
The weather is looking up for SpaceX's first astronaut launch, as officials vow to keep crew safety the top priority. Forecasters say the odds of acceptable conditions have improved to 60% for Wednesday's planned launch of a SpaceX Falcon rocket with two NASA astronauts.6 years ago
World watches as South Korea cautiously returns to life
As South Korea significantly relaxes its rigid social distancing rules as a result of waning coronavirus cases, the world is paying close attention to whether it can return to something that resembles normal or face a virus resurgence.6 years ago
Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated
Thousands of protesters are shouting pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong as lawmakers debate a bill that would criminalize abuse of the Chinese anthem.6 years ago
Utah County Attorney says two businesses did not force COVID positive employees to work
Utah County Attorney David Leavitt says that the information previously released by the Utah County Commission stating that 68 cases of COVID-19 to two businesses as a result of failing to follow state health guidelines was wrong.6 years ago
University of Utah expects students back in fall
The University of Utah expects students to return for in-person classes this fall. But students and faculty can expect there to be some changes.6 years ago
Stormy weather puts damper on SpaceX’s 1st astronaut launch
Stormy weather is threatening to delay SpaceX's first astronaut launch. A SpaceX rocket is scheduled to blast off Wednesday from Florida, carrying a Dragon capsule with NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken to the International Space Station.6 years ago
Bolivian brothers hoped black widow would turn them into Spider-Man
Three Bolivian brothers were hospitalized after getting a black widow spider to bite them -- hoping it would give them superpowers like Spider-Man.6 years ago
Peru seemed to do everything right. So how did it become a Covid-19 hotspot?
Peru was one of the first nations in the Americas to take strict preventative coronavirus measures, like stay-at-home orders, curfews and border closings. So how did it become one of the hardest hit?6 years ago
‘Quite a decent shake here’: New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern interrupted by earthquake in TV interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.6 years ago
Betty White is doing perfectly fine despite the coronavirus pandemic
Betty White says she's feeling grateful as she makes life at home as peaceful as possible during the coronavirus pandemic.6 years ago
Arbery family lawyer: Feds looking into how case handled
A lawyer for the family of Ahmaud Arbery says a federal prosecutor told the slain man’s mother that federal officials are investigating potential misconduct by local officials who handled the case.6 years ago
Pandemic brings smaller, subdued Memorial Day observances
Americans settled for small processions and online tributes instead of parades Monday as they observed Memorial Day in the shadow of the cornavirus pandemic.6 years ago
California lays out pandemic rules for church reopenings
California's churches, mosques and synagogue may get the nod to reopen their doors sooner than expected under new state guidelines. On Monday, the public health department released a framework for counties deciding whether to allow churches to restart in-person services.6 years ago
WHO warns that 1st wave of pandemic not over; dampens hopes
As Brazil and India struggle with surging coronavirus cases, a top health expert is warning that the world is still smack in the middle of the pandemic. Those comments from Dr. Mike Ryan of the World Health Organization are dampening hopes for a speedy global economic rebound.6 years ago
Former Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan has died
The Utah Jazz announced former head coach Jerry Sloan has died of complications from Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia. He was 78.6 years ago
FACT CHECK: Can hand sanitizer catch fire in your car?
Can leaving a bottle of hand sanitizer in a hot car cause it to catch fire? Well, the short answer is yes, but it's unlikely.6 years ago
Utah releases April Jobs numbers
SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Department of Workforce Services reports that the unemployment rate in April was 9.7%. That accounts for 155,800 Utahns that were unemployed during the month. “Utah’s strong economy preceding this pandemic offered more cushion against disruption than seen across the rest of the country, thus Utah’s more moderate setback,” Chief […]6 years ago
The extreme parkour team whose death-defying jumps caught the attention of Hollywood
(CNN) — Jumping between high-rise buildings, launching themselves off cliffs and gliding across rooftops are commonplace for parkour group Storror. The septet of British parkour specialists have amassed over 600 million views on YouTube and even worked on a Hollywood film. The group, which started on 10/10/10, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this […]6 years ago
Man who filmed Arbery shooting video charged in his slaying
The Georgia man who filmed cellphone video of the fatal shooting of Ahmaud Arbery has now been charged with murder.6 years ago
