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Loneliness Is a Bigger Health Risk Than Obesity, Here Is What the Research Shows on Social Isolation

The study that changed how doctors think about lonelinessIn 2015, psychologist Julianne Holt-Lunstad at Brigham Young University published a meta-analysis in Perspectives on Psychological Science covering 148 studies and roughly 308,000 participants. The finding: people with strong social connections had a 50% greater likelihood of survival over a given period…

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AI ignores religion when you need it most — and takes sides when you ask about switching

Your AI chatbot has a religious preference.

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BYU says star wide receiver charged with felony rape is no longer a student there

Brigham Young University says its standout wide receiver Parker Kingston is no longer a student there after he was arrested this week on a first-degree felony rape charge

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BYU standout receiver Parker Kingston charged with first-degree rape in Utah

Prosecutors in Utah have filed a first-degree felony rape charge against Brigham Young University standout wide receiver Parker Kingston

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Family that fostered nearly a dozen children receives a life-changing Christmas surprise

Jacob and Samantha’s story has always been rooted in service, faith, and family. The couple met while attending Brigham Young University

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Former judge is likely the next leader of the Mormon church and its 17 million members

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Quick Facts About Jake Retzlaff: Girlfriend, Family and 2023 Sexual Assault Allegations

Jake Retzlaff, the BYU quarterback, faces 2023 sexual assault allegations detailed in a civil lawsuit. His attorney asserts innocence, noting no criminal charges.

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BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff brings touchdowns and Jewish teachings to predominantly Mormon school

This year’s successful 9-1 football season for Brigham Young University, the Utah private school run by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has an unexpected player at the helm: its first Jewish quarterback

The Independent UK

We ranked the best MBA Programs, but you shouldn't count out some sleeper schools

Harvard, Chicago Booth, and Northwestern Kellogg top Fortune’s 2025 MBA ranking, but the data highlights programs you might want to consider.

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Black student at Hawaii Mormon school says he’s fighting order to cut hair

Kanaan VyShonne Barton says he’s following all other school rules but shouldn’t have to cut his hair: ‘My locs represent strength’

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Walking home at night is not same for women

A study has found how different the experience of walking home at night is for men">women and men. Read further on dynamite News:

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Ken Paxton names administrative law expert with conservative bona fides Texas’ solicitor general

Aaron Nielson will take a one-year leave of absence from BYU’s law school to lead the influential unit within the attorney general’s office.

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Professor Aaron Nielson Is The New Texas Solicitor General

I am thrilled to pass along this press release: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton today announced his appointment of Aaron Nielson as Solicitor General. "I am delighted to welcome Aaron as Solicitor General. In this position, he will lead the critical appellate work for some of our most significant, far-reaching…

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Is it better to exercise in the morning for weight loss? Experts reveal the best time of day to work out

Exercise in the morning may be better for some people, especially when it comes to losing weight. Here's why

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Judge tosses doctor sex assault lawsuit

Judge says the case falls under the state’s medical malpractice law

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The educational background of the top-4 state executives in each state

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BYU offensive lineman Veikoso dies in construction accident

Brigham Young University offensive lineman Sione Veikoso has been killed in a construction accident in his hometown in Hawaii

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For Mormons, a perfect lawn is a godly act. But the drought is catching up with them

Heavily subsidized water ‘made the desert bloom’ but the tradition is now driving Utah dry

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In states where abortion is banned, children and families already face an uphill battle

Some proponents of abortion bans and restrictions say they are concerned about “supporting not just life,” but what they call “quality of life worth living,” saying they want to promote laws and policies that help families. Three authors from Brigham Young University, for instance, have noted that the overturning of…

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BYU apologizes to a banned fan, saying it found no proof they yelled racial slurs

Brigham Young University says it found no evidence of racial heckling of Black volleyball players during a game against Duke University. Duke's top athletics official says she stands by her players.

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BYU investigation finds no racial slurs against Duke player

An investigation by Brigham Young University into allegations that fans engaged in racial heckling and uttered racial slurs at a Duke volleyball player last month found no evidence to support the claim

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Angels with large ‘wings’ shield students from harm at Utah pride march

Supporters dressed as angels stepped in between people gathered to support Brigham Young University’s queer community and anti-LGBTQ+ protesters

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Commentary: What happened at Brigham Young University isn’t unique

On Aug. 28, a spectator at a volleyball game at Brigham Young University yelled the N-word multiple times at Rachel Richardson, a player from Duke University. There was no intervention by school officials until after the game. And while this may seem like an isolated incident, racist taunts like these…

The Independent UK

‘Angels’ protect LGBT+ students from armed protesters at drag show event at Utah’s Brigham Young University

Winged supporters mirrored famous 1999 murder trial of gay Wyoming student

WEKU

BYU says it has no proof that the fan banned over racist slurs said them

The slurs marred a high-profile volleyball match between BYU and Duke last Friday. Duke sophomore Rachel Richardson says players were "targeted and racially heckled."

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