Pope Leo, the first pope from the United States, delivered a powerful message during a Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter's Basilica. He emphasized that rejecting the poor and strangers is like turning away from God. This idea was central to his sermon, which drew parallels between the birth of Jesus i
In 2025, Utah became the center of many important discussions. People talked about big issues like politics, technology, and religion. The Deseret News shared their thoughts on these topics in their top 10 opinion articles of the year. One of the most touching articles was by former Rep. Mia Love.
The holiday season often brings a mix of emotions. It's a time to reflect, celebrate, and be grateful. But with the world facing so many challenges, it's hard to feel festive. Alison Tan, a food designer from Hong Kong, knows this struggle well. She remembers a Christmas filled with grief after the
In 2025, President Donald Trump's supporters are starting to feel let down. They expected big changes, but what they got was a lot of noise and very little action. Trump made big promises. He said he would fix the economy, stop outsourcing, and deport lots of people. But none of that really happene
The Prius Prime is a plug-in hybrid that promises both fuel savings and environmental benefits. However, the reality is a bit more complicated. The car's design has improved significantly, with a sleek, aerodynamic shape that makes it more appealing than its predecessors. The interior is comfortable
Tim Cook, the boss of Apple, just put a lot of faith in Nike. He boosted his investment in the sportswear giant by almost double. This move came right after Nike's stock took a hit due to some not-so-great predictions for the future. Nike's stock has been on a rollercoaster. It's dropped over 20% s
In a surprising turn of events, the number of murders in the US took a big dip in 2025. This drop is being called one of the biggest in history. The numbers are in, and they show a big drop in murders. From January to October 2025, there were 5, 912 murders. That's a lot fewer than the 7, 369 murde
In recent weeks, law enforcement agencies across the region have been busy. From attempted robberies to domestic disputes, here's a rundown of some notable cases. A teen with a gun tried to rob a store in Beecher but fled in a car. Meanwhile, a man from Sauk Village is in jail, waiting to be sent b
New Orleans is about to get a boost in security. The Pentagon is sending 350 National Guard troops to the city. They will be there until the end of February. Their main goal? To help fight crime and keep people safe during big events like Mardi Gras. These troops will work with other federal agenci
The Closer, a beloved crime series, has finally made its way to Netflix, and it's already making waves. Just a few days after its release, the show has secured a spot in Netflix's U. S. top 10. This isn't just any crime drama; it's a critically acclaimed series that has stood the test of time. The
