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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

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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.

Fortune

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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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.

The Texas Tribune

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

Welcome to the Wednesday, February 22, Brew.

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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

The Independent UK

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

The Guardian - US

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…

The Conversation

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.

WEKU

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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Duke volleyball players ‘racially heckled’ by BYU fans in ugly incident during match

Brigham Young University banned a spectator from attending events at any of its athletic venues after an incident in which racial slurs were directed toward Black Duke players during a volleyball match on its campus Friday night.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Saving the PAC-12: One Interesting Possibility

There is opportunity in times of chaos. The PAC-12, could maintain its strength, prestige and competitive spirit with a few careful additions.

The Guardian - US

Utah student displaces 22 in dorm after attempt to create rocket fuel on stove

Brigham Young University police say ‘volatile mixture suddenly exploded into a fireball’ on Sunday

The Independent UK

Federal investigation of LGBTQ dating ban at BYU dismissed

The U.S. Department of Education has dismissed a civil-rights investigation into how LGBTQ students are disciplined at Brigham Young University

The Independent UK

LGBTQ dating ban at BYU probed in federal investigation

The U.S. Department of Education has opened a civil-rights investigation into how LGBTQ students are disciplined at Brigham Young University, a private religious school

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