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Iranian president defies Trump threats in fiery UN speech: 'We will never bow'
Responding to President Donald Trump's threat to annihilate Iran if the country refused to accept U.S. peace terms, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered an obstinate message during his address to the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday: “Iran cannot be made to surrender.” The exchange marks the first time in United Nations' history that the president of a country actively at war with the U.S. has addressed the General Assembly on American soil.
University of Washington pays $600,000 to professor after losing land acknowledgement fight
The years-long saga over Professor Stuart Reges ‘ parody land acknowledgement has reached its end, with a $600,000 settlement from the University of Washington. Conflict between Reges and the university began on January 3, 2022, when UW's computer science department encouraged faculty to acknowledge that they were occupying Coast Salish Indigenous lands in their syllabi.
Utah Gov. Cox on the banana fallacy and nuclear safety Original
During his monthly press conference on Thursday, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox defended President Donald Trump’s recent national monument reduction and pushed back against a complaint filed with the Federal Trade Commission against the state’s promotion of nuclear energy. Three Utah-based organizations had found fault with about a dozen billboards that Utah’s Office of Energy Development placed along the state’s main highways, describing the safety of nuclear energy.
Trump’s DOE is betting big on Utah’s energy future Original
The Trump administration has shifted DOE’s focus from decarbonization to expanding reliable electricity generation and grid capacity. DOE officials see Utah’s coal, geothermal, nuclear and other energy resources as key opportunities to increase power supply and lower electricity costs. Coccodrilli predicts geothermal could become a major energy source for Utah, including potentially powering data centers by 2030. Things have changed at the Department of Energy since the Biden administration.
Stuart Adams threatens legal action over alleged defamation Original
Utah Senate President Stuart Adams has sent three cease-and-desist letters, obtained by the Deseret News, to four individuals, asking for retractions of statements he alleges were defamatory regarding his relation to the Box Elder County data center, his role in relocating the state auditor’s office and whether he changed a law to benefit a relative.
Exclusive: Utah finds a new economic and ecological partner in Argentina Original
Utah leaders returned from Argentina optimistic about new partnerships on the Great Salt Lake and critical mineral processing. Utah and Argentina hope to collaborate on research and management strategies for their shrinking saline lakes, which share striking similarities. Utah leaders see Argentina’s mineral resources as an opportunity to strengthen U.S. supply chains and reduce reliance on China.
Poll: Utahns oppose monument cuts but support local control of public land
Utahns largely oppose Trump’s monument reductions, with 56% opposing and only 29% supporting the removal of roughly 3 million acres from Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante. Poll results suggest many Utahns may not understand land restrictions, as majorities support grazing, timber cutting, roads and off-road vehicle use on public lands.
The Roadless Rule: USDA to give locals more control over 44 million forest acres Original
USDA moved on Tuesday to repeal the Roadless Rule, which restricts roads and timber harvesting across 44 million acres of national forests, including roughly half of Utah’s Forest Service land. Supporters say the rule has left forests dangerously unmanaged and hindered energy development, while opponents warn repeal could worsen wildfires and threaten air and water quality.
The battle over the Strait of Hormuz and stalled talks with Iran Original
Diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran have stalled, with Donald Trump saying no negotiations are currently scheduled and the U.S. naval blockade remains in place. Iran and Iran-backed groups continue attacking commercial and military vessels around the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf. Shipping through the strait has plunged from about 130 vessels a day before the war to roughly 12, while 17 sailors have been killed in 65 attacks since Feb. 28.
Utah’s nuclear energy ads spark FTC complaint Original
Three Utah organizations filed an FTC complaint alleging the state’s nuclear energy campaign is misleading and downplays radiation and waste concerns. Utah is pursuing nuclear energy as part of Gov. Spencer Cox’s goal to double reliable energy production by 2034. Nuclear advocates point to the technology’s net zero carbon emissions and improved safety, while critics voiced concerned about radioactive waste and long-term health risks.
Elon Musk and the return of the American industrialist Original
On Feb. 6, 2018, the ground shook in Cape Canaveral, Florida. More than five million pounds of thrust lifted SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy off the ground. It was the world’s most powerful rocket of its time, and it held special cargo: Elon Musk’s personal Tesla Roadster. Millions watched as the rocket’s fairing fell away against the black vacuum of space, exposing the car’s mannequin passenger, “Starman,” to the camera.
Surrogate refuses abortion request, gives birth in Texas
Surrogate mother McKenna West gave birth to a baby she named Gabriel despite his biological parents’ request that she abort him after he was diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome at 20 weeks. West flew to Texas to give birth, prompting Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to secure a court order requiring Gabriel to remain in Texas and receive life-saving care. The biological parents are suing West for $250,000, while West is seeking custody of Gabriel through an Alaska court.
Surrogate refuses abortion request, gives birth in Texas
Surrogate mother McKenna West gave birth to a baby she named Gabriel on Wednesday morning, amid multiple lawsuits across California, Alaska and Texas. The baby's biological parents, Californians Nausheen Gilkar and Omar Ahmed, asked West to receive an abortion after doctors diagnosed him with a congenital heart condition at 20 weeks.
AOC says Democrats have moved on from ‘Woke 1.’ Have they? Original
“Woke 1 was crazy,” Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., told ABC News anchor Jonathan Karl with a laugh on Sunday. Her statement, as offhanded as it seemed, lit a political firestorm. Ocasio-Cortez was discussing past political statements made by Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist candidate who lost Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary race on Tuesday night.
Massachusetts legalizes abortion through 9 months of pregnancy
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed a law Monday removing the state’s 24-week abortion limit, allowing abortions at any point in pregnancy based on physician approval. Kate Dineen and Alex Lawton spoke at the bill’s press conference, recounting their own experience leaving the state for a late-term abortion in 2021. Massachusetts becomes the 10th state without a gestational abortion limit, drawing criticism online from Republican lawmakers. Massachusetts Gov.
The Great Salt Lake has a new quarterback
SALT LAKE CITY — The newly appointed Great Salt Lake commissioner, Hannah Freeze, is determined to keep Utah's largest lake from disappearing. For the last year, the Great Salt Lake has had a "serious adverse effects" designation, with state leadership worried that further evaporation will lead to the collapse of the lake's brine shrimp population and economic uses. If the state can get 250,000 acre-feet of water (81.5 billion gallons) into the lake, Freeze said the lake will stabilize.
Is a data center vibe shift upon us? Original
Kevin O’Leary apologized for mishandling the public messaging around Utah’s proposed Stratos Project data center, acknowledging that his team “really screwed this up.” Supporters are increasingly describing data centers’ potential economic benefits, including Ellendale, North Dakota, where a new facility has dramatically increased tax revenue and could lower residents’ electricity bills.
The space race has gone nuclear Original
NASA and INL are targeting a fission-powered Mars mission by 2028 and a nuclear reactor for a permanent moon base by 2030. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said SR-1 will be the starting point for an “Apollo-like” series of missions aimed at building a nuclear-powered space exploration program. Isaacman’s INL visit highlighted growing collaboration between NASA, DOE and private nuclear companies to develop the technology needed for routine deep-space exploration.
Can we keep AI from risking national security?
SALT LAKE CITY — Who wields ultimate power: the government or artificial intelligence? This debate has lodged itself in the minds of many Americans from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., especially as AI becomes more powerful, and Utah Rep. Celeste Maloy is wading into the regulatory battle. In a recent bill she sponsored alongside Rep.
Can we keep AI from risking national security?
Utah Rep. Celeste Maloy introduced bipartisan legislation to formalize federal testing and monitoring of advanced AI systems for nuclear-related risks. The ATOMIC Act would require researchers at national labs to evaluate the largest AI models for vulnerabilities, jailbreaking and dangerous capabilities and develop mitigation strategies. The bill would apply to major AI developers such as OpenAI, Google DeepMind, Anthropic, xAI and Meta.
Are foreign actors actually influencing the data center debate? Original
Foreign money has long supported U.S. environmental organizations, including several seeking a nationwide pause on new data center construction. Chinese state media have promoted anti-data center messaging while they and the U.S. race to dominate artificial intelligence. Public opposition to data centers stems from concerns about AI and environmental impacts, but experts say foreign actors may be amplifying those fears.
Hamas agrees to disarm, putting Gaza in new phase
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The Great Salt Lake has a new quarterback
New Great Salt Lake Commissioner Hannah Freeze said the lake can stabilize if Utah delivers 250,000 acre-feet (81.5 billion gallons) of water. Freeze will continue prioritizing agricultural water optimization, highlighting nearly 1,000 conservation contracts to modernize irrigation and reduce water loss. National support for the Great Salt Lake is growing, Freeze said, citing meetings with western leaders and the Trump administration's proposed $1 billion for lake-related projects.
Colorado River cuts to follow water supply, not demand Original
The Interior Department released a preferred Colorado River management framework that would impose new guidelines for who foregoes water in dry years. The plan would require the Lower Basin states to potentially cut up to 3 million acre-feet of water while allowing the Upper Basin to contribute up to 200,000 acre-feet through voluntary conservation. Utah officials praised the framework’s focus on hydrology over demand.
Hamas agrees to disarm, putting Gaza in new phase
President Trump announced that Hamas and other armed groups have agreed to fully disarm in Gaza under a road map that must be finalized within 14 days. Israel says it will withdraw its military only after Hamas completes a genuine disarmament, while Hamas maintains disarmament depends on a full Israeli withdrawal and the start of Gaza's reconstruction. The agreement advances Trump’s broader postwar plan, which reimagines the Gaza Strip as a peaceful, economically sound region.
Utah offers $5 million in grants to develop pro-human AI Original
Utah launched the $5 million AI Moonshot Program to fund projects that promote "pro-human" AI, with grants of up to $1 million available. The initiative reflects Utah Gov. Spencer Cox’s efforts to promote AI development in a way that helps rather than hurts people. The program seeks proposals in areas including health care, human flourishing, natural resources, autonomous technology and other high-impact innovations, with applications open Aug. 1 through Oct. 15.
Anthony Fauci appears before senators to answer about COVID-19
Dr. Anthony Fauci pleaded the Fifth Amendment on Wednesday morning before the Senate Homeland Security Committee, in which Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., and others questioned him about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Paul has called for Fauci’s arrest over accusations that he lied to Congress about the origins of the disease and contributed to its outbreak. On Jan. 20, 2025, Fauci received a preemptive pardon from former President Joe Biden for any crimes he may have committed over a 10-year span.
Utah selected as potential site for nuclear fuel recycling campus Original
The Department of Energy selected Utah as one of five potential host states for a nuclear fuel life cycle innovation campus aimed at rebuilding the domestic nuclear fuel supply chain. Utah's proposed Tooele County facility would focus on nuclear fuel recycling and processing, with state leaders emphasizing safety, community engagement and the potential for thousands of jobs.
What does a broke Democratic Party mean for the midterms? Original
The Democratic National Committee entered the 2026 midterms with $2 million in debt and mounting scrutiny over its finances, fundraising and internal management. Party Chairman Ken Martin is facing growing calls to resign after reports of low staff morale and an alleged outburst toward an aide. DNC leaders defend their strategy, saying they intentionally invested in organizing and state parties and raised $117 million from grassroots donors.
DC heavyweights spent Pioneer Day in Utah, talking about fires and floods
SALT LAKE CITY — As state and federal leaders rolled into the Tushar Mountains near Beaver on Friday, their tires pulled dried mud off the asphalt. Just several days earlier, flash floods had ripped through the area in the wake of the enormous Cottonwood Fire. Mud lines still coat the bases of the canyon's rocky face. Electrical lines are down. Their three hydropower plants have been destroyed.
D.C. heavyweights spent Pioneer Day in Utah, talking about fires and floods
Beaver's devastating post-wildfire flooding has become a rallying point for state and federal leaders pushing changes to forest management and wildfire prevention. Local residents say restrictive federal permitting and environmental regulations have prevented active forest management, leaving forests dangerously overgrown. Federal lawmakers and officials referenced ongoing efforts to streamline regulations and advance the Fix Our Forests Act to reduce wildfire risks and improve forest health.
118 outdoor brands say Trump went too far with Utah’s monument reductions Original
118 outdoor brands, including Patagonia, REI, Black Diamond and Osprey, are opposing President Trump's decision to shrink Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante. Local county leaders support the reductions, saying they restore balance, ease management burdens and create opportunities for responsible economic development.
Scalable geothermal plants are coming to northern Utah Original
Rodatherm Energy and Fulcrum Point Holdings plan to build a 10-megawatt geothermal facility near Brigham City, with a long-term goal of expanding to 200 megawatts. The project uses a closed-loop system that circulates an organic refrigerant through wells extending 9,000 feet underground and produces electricity without carbon emissions.
Trump’s newest directive for his Cabinet: Post on TikTok Original
To the low reverberations of “Seven Nation Army,” President Donald Trump’s Cabinet has joined TikTok. The move marks the president’s attitude shift toward the short-form video app. During his first administration, Trump sought to ban the app or force its sale over concerns about its Chinese ownership and potential national security issues.
The line between air and ground warfare is getting thinner in Iran Original
The U.S. remains at a crossroads: Trump has kept open the possibility of deploying ground troops as airstrikes intensify, while Congress remains divided over whether military operations require formal authorization. Ground operations remain a high-risk option: Experts say U.S. troops could target strategic islands or oil facilities, but caution that any boots-on-the-ground campaign would carry significant military and political risks.
The line between air and ground warfare is getting thinner in Iran
Several days after the U.S. and Israel began dropping bombs on Iran, President Donald Trump told the New York Post that he wouldn't rule out putting American soldiers on the ground as the conflict progressed. "I don't have the yips with respect to boots on the ground — like every president says, 'There will be no boots on the ground.' I don't say it," Trump said.
First the fires, then the floods
BEAVER — Following a smoky June and early July, the second stage of the West's wildfire season has begun, with monsoon season bringing catastrophic floods. On Sunday afternoon, rain started falling in Beaver County in southwest-central Utah, where the Cottonwood Fire recently charred more than 97,000 acres — around 150 square miles. Dray Smith, Krosby Hollingshead and Lincoln Smith clear debris that washed downstream so flood waters can flow freely after flooding in Beaver on Monday.
First the fires, then the floods Original
Flooding devastated Beaver County in west-central Utah after heavy monsoon rains fell on land recently burned by the 97,000-acre Cottonwood Fire, damaging homes, water systems and roads. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz said decades of forest overgrowth and declining health have fueled larger, hotter and more expensive wildfires across the West. Lengthy environmental reviews and litigation have slowed forest management efforts, preventing the agency from reducing wildfire risks more quickly.
Andy Burnham to become prime minister of United Kingdom Original
Andy Burnham was elected unopposed as Labour leader and will become the U.K.'s prime minister on Monday, following Keir Starmer resignation two years into office. Burnham, the longtime mayor of Greater Manchester and former cabinet minister, pledged to reverse decades of privatization and argued the government should regain greater control over essential services.
Trump’s Utah monument cuts put a century-old law under the microscope Original
President Donald Trump signed executive orders Monday reducing Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments by about 90%, renewing debate over the Antiquities Act and presidential authority over public lands. Supporters of reform argue the Antiquities Act allows presidents to unilaterally designate overly large monuments, creating uncertainty for ranchers, miners and other public land users.
What JD Vance told Joe Rogan about the Iran war
Vice President JD Vance defended his Iran negotiations on Joe Rogan’s podcast, arguing that diplomacy, economic pressure and military responses are needed to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Vance blamed the collapse of a proposed ceasefire memorandum on Iran’s renewed attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and what he called misinformation from critics who opposed the MOU.
Ann Widdecombe’s murder and Great Britain’s new era of violence Original
Former British lawmaker Ann Widdecombe was killed last week in what police are investigating as a targeted attack that may have been politically motivated. A 28-year-old suspect allegedly traveled 300 miles to Widdecombe’s home, while an earlier suspect was released without charge. Widdecombe, a longtime conservative and Reform UK figure, was killed amid a period of heightened political unrest in Britain.
War in Iran: The latest Original
The United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran at the end of February, over fears the county was developing a nuclear weapon and missiles that could reach Europe. Iran retaliated by launching strikes on its neighbors across the Middle East. In April, Iran and the U.S. reached the first of several fragile ceasefire deals. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway just south of Iran, has emerged as a major point of contention in the conflict.
Utah’s data center fight pits industry against conservation Original
Utah’s Stratos Project has become the latest clash between industrial expansion and conservation efforts in a state balancing economic growth with limited natural resources. Supporters say the data center will strengthen Utah’s economy, energy capacity and national security, while opponents warn it could strain water supplies and damage the environment.
Charlie Kirk’s assassination: Here’s what we learned after a week of court hearings Original
Charlie Kirk’s widow sat in a Provo, Utah, courtroom on Friday, as the weeklong preliminary hearing of her husband’s alleged killer concluded. From the courtroom gallery’s front row, Erika Kirk listened stoically as prosecutors laid out evidence against 23-year-old Tyler Robinson. He sat just a handful of yards in front of her through the week, keeping his gaze forward. The proceedings were visibly painful for both Kirk’s and Robinson’s families.
President Trump expected to reduce the size of Utah monuments Original
President Donald Trump is expected to sign executive orders reducing the size of Utah’s Grand Staircase-Escalante and Bears Ears national monuments on Monday. The monuments have shifted in size between administrations, with Trump reducing them in 2017 and President Joe Biden restoring their original boundaries in 2021. Environmental groups and Utah officials are divided over the potential reduction, with critics threatening legal challenges and supporters seeking more local control.
President Trump expected to reduce the size of Utah monuments
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A quiet, heavy day of evidence in Tyler Robinson’s preliminary hearing Original
Charlie Kirk’s parents, his widow, Donald Trump Jr., and nearly two dozen others close to the Turning Point USA founder came to Provo, Utah, on Monday for alleged assassin Tyler Robinson’s preliminary hearing. Day one of the hearing, held in Utah’s 4th District Court, featured prosecutors presenting evidence to connect the man caught on Utah Valley University’s security cameras to the man held in Utah County Jail for the last 10 months.
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