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Podcasts

Plastic bag debate drifts to Utah

By Whitney Hales
June 21, 2017 12:00 AM
BYU psychology student Hannah Hebertson carries her groceries in reusable shopping bags on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017. Several local grocery stores, including Smith's and Macey's, sell reusable bags. (Whitney Hales)
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Religion

Stores unroll 'Ladies' Night' deals during LDS priesthood session

By Whitney Hales
March 30, 2017 12:00 AM
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will tune in all over the world to hear what their leaders have to say, but this weekend isn't just important for the LDS Church. Several local stores will also host events this Friday and Saturday, especially for women looking for a 'Ladies' Night.'
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Devotionals and Forums

Tad R. Callister speaks on Book of Mormon's divine origins

By Whitney Hales
November 01, 2016 12:00 AM
Tad R. Callister, General Sunday School President, delivered a BYU devotional on Nov. 1, 2016. He testified of the Book of Mormon and said it comes from God. (Ryan Turner)
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Campus News

Student who sparked BYU's sexual assault review reacts to policy change

By Whitney Hales
October 26, 2016 12:00 AM
Her name and her story became national headlines last spring as former BYU student Madi Barney called attention to the university's policies on sexual assault reporting in April 2016.
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Campus Events

Former White House press secretary speaks at BYU

By Whitney Hales
September 20, 2016 12:00 AM
Ari Fleischer spoke in a BYU forum on Sept. 20, 2016. He worked as George W. Bush's spokesman during the 2000 election and the White House press secretary from 2001 to 2003. (Ryan Turner)
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Devotionals and Forums

Elder Oaks discusses elections, hope and religious freedom

By Whitney Hales
September 13, 2016 12:00 AM
Elder Dallin H. Oaks gave the BYU devotional on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016. He served as BYU President from 1971 to 1980. (Gianluca Cuestas)
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Campus Events

President and Sister Worthen speak in first fall devotional

By Whitney Hales
September 06, 2016 12:00 AM
Sister Peggy Worthen said she hopes students become better leaders during their time at BYU. (Ryan Turner)
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Religion

BYU law student survived brain surgery during mission

By Whitney Hales
June 09, 2016 12:00 AM
She brought her family lots of gifts from her mission in Paris: clothes, caramels, paintings and trinkets. But Emily Anderson kept one souvenir all to herself.
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Local

BYU's sexual misconduct policies scrutinized; online petition gaining steam

By Whitney Hales
April 15, 2016 12:00 AM
Madi Barney's online petition pushes for changes in the way BYU investigates sexual assault. (The Petition Site)
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Campus

BYU hosts rape awareness conference

By Whitney Hales
April 08, 2016 12:00 AM
The BYU Women's Studies Honor Society hosted a rape awareness conference on Thursday, April 7, focusing on ways to end rape culture and help victims of sexual assault.
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Religion

Elder Oaks dedicates the Provo City Center Temple in 3 nostalgic sessions

By Whitney Hales
March 20, 2016 12:00 AM
It was dedicated as a tabernacle in 1898. It caught fire in 2010 and lost everything but its outer walls. The Provo City Center Temple was built from the ashes up, becoming a temple on Sunday, March 20, during three dedicatory sessions.
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Healthy Living

Emotional support animals help BYU students with depression, anxiety

By Whitney Hales
March 18, 2016 12:00 AM
Leticia Escobedo loves Prince Blanket. He lives in her apartment, where she feeds him, plays with him and cleans up after him. In return, he loves her back and comforts her when she's feeling blue.
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Local

Student ordinance workers prepare for Provo Temple opening

By Whitney Hales
March 15, 2016 12:00 AM
The Provo City Center Temple stands out because of its history and architecture. It's also unique because the temple district has a high concentration of young adults who will make up a large percentage of the new temple's patrons and ordinance workers.
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Art

Museum of Art opts for student security guards, not Plexiglas

By Whitney Hales
January 31, 2016 12:00 AM
Rachel Dorius typically stands apart from the crowd in her security uniform. She watches over the many art enthusiasts who fill the exhibit and chatter excitedly about the pieces hanging on the wall. Dorius's main task is to make sure the guests enjoy their experience without getting too close.
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Local

Paris attacks hit close to home for BYU students and faculty

By Whitney Hales
November 17, 2015 12:00 AM
News outlets and social media platforms directed the world's attention to Paris on Friday, Nov. 13, as terrorists opened fire and detonated suicide bombs in six public places, including restaurants, a stadium and a concert hall. About 129 people lost their lives in the ISIS-led attacks.
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Healthy Living

Orem mom sets goal to run 50 marathons by age 50

By Whitney Hales
November 09, 2015 12:00 AM
Jilene Mecham discovered the thrill of competitive running at a young age. When her father realized he was overweight, he decided to change the family's diet and exercise habits. He began challenging 7-year-old Jilene and her siblings to races across the yard, using a microwave as both timer and finish line.
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Campus Events

Provo LGBTQ support group reacts to Elder Rasband's devotional invitation

By Whitney Hales
September 18, 2015 12:00 AM
Elder Ronald A. Rasband's devotional on religious freedom on Sept. 15 became an instant talking point on the BYU Campus. It sparked conversation among the student body and was met with a positive reaction from Provo's LGBTQ support group.
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