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After Death of Queen Elizabeth, UK to Abandon Monarchy for Reign of Judges

On Thursday morning, Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom, died at the age of 96. She had occupied the throne for more than 70 years at the time of her death, longer than any other British monarch. The heir apparent, Charles, was expected to ascend to the throne within the coming days. However, when Parliament gathered, Prime Minister Liz Truss presented a new plan. … Continue reading After Death of Queen Elizabeth, UK to Abandon Monarchy for Reign of Judges

Macho Man Randy Savage
Featured, Life, News, Provo

Provo YSA Relief Societies Announce New Members Must “Rush to Zion”

YSA Relief Societies in Provo will no longer be assigning wards based on members’ addresses and will instead use a screening process similar to sorority recruitment. This process will take place over the span of a week, nicknamed “Rush to Zion Week”. Freshmen will visit with Relief Societies during this time and the week will culminate in a grand reveal of Relief Society Matches on … Continue reading Provo YSA Relief Societies Announce New Members Must “Rush to Zion”

Kayteigh Leigh
Campus, Provo

BYU announces devotional/forum lineup for fall semester

Every Tuesday morning, students, faculty and staff head to the Marriott Center for the weekly Devotional or Forum address. BYU President Kevin J. Worthen and his wife Peggy kicked off the semester and will be followed by members of the leadership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU employees and a range of industry leaders and thinkers. Entertainment assemblies celebrating the talent … Continue reading BYU announces devotional/forum lineup for fall semester

Cameron Frye
Campus, Featured, News, Sports

BYU Apologizes to Duke Volleyball Player with Coupon for Free Cougar Tail

BYU students, faculty, and fans were shocked this past weekend when a Duke volleyball player was repeatedly harassed and called a racial slur during a BYU women’s volleyball game. As one of the most diverse campuses in the state, where students have been heard saying things like, “I know a black person” and “I love Will Smith,” these actions seemed incongruent with BYU’s reputation. BYU … Continue reading BYU Apologizes to Duke Volleyball Player with Coupon for Free Cougar Tail

Carmen Sandeigo
Campus, Featured

Terminally Ill BYU Professor Arrested for Selling Caffeine to Students

When Dr. Jesse Black was diagnosed with athlete’s foot, he thought it was all over. His wife was pregnant, his son was preparing for college, and most importantly BYU football had a good recruiting class. “I had to find a way to stay alive,” Dr. Black told the Alternate Universe. Dr. Black was told he had a few short months to live due to his … Continue reading Terminally Ill BYU Professor Arrested for Selling Caffeine to Students

Bobby Zimmeruski