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Suspected suicide bomb attacks kill at least 23 in Nigeria's Maiduguri

Ahmed Kingimi, Reuters  |  Updated March 17 - 9:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

At least 23 people were killed and 108 injured on Monday night in suspected multiple suicide ​bomb attacks in Maiduguri city, the capital of Nigeria's insurgency-hit northeastern state of Borno, police and the military said.

Webb telescope photos show mysterious little red dots. Astronomers don't know what they are

Jacopo Prisco, CNN  |  Updated March 17 - 8:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

Like tiny photobombers, cosmic anomalies resembling small, bright red points show up in almost every snapshot taken by the most powerful space telescope ever made.

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The No. 1 retirement mistake that could cost you thousands in unnecessary taxes

B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions and Advisors  |  Posted March 17 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah retirement experts warn that the No. 1 retirement mistake could cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars – and no one is talking about it.

Pfizer says experimental breast cancer drug cuts risk of disease worsening in mid-stage trial

Reuters  |  Updated March 17 - 7:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pfizer said on Tuesday its experimental combination reduced the ​risk of disease progression or death by 40% in patients with breast cancer.

Iran rejects de-escalation offers; Israel says it kills Iranian security chief

Parisa Hafezi, Jana Choukeir and Maayan Lubell, Reuters  |  Posted March 17 - 7:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

Israel claimed on Tuesday to have killed Iran's security chief, while a senior Iranian official said the new supreme leader had rejected de-escalation offers conveyed by intermediaries.

Senate kicks off marathon debate for Mike Lee's election bill — but it could still fail

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted March 17 - 6:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

After months of Republican infighting and tense debate about congressional procedure, the Senate is moving forward this week on the SAVE America Act.

Families enjoy St. Patrick's Day festivities at St. George all-abilities park

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Thunder Junction All Abilities Park in St. George is hosting a St. Patrick's Day themed event. The event took place on Saturday and Monday, and will return Tuesday evening.

American Legion doing 'Buddy Checks' as part of America 250 celebrations

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 10:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

At the Bennion Veterans Home in Payson on Monday, members of the American Legion visited with residents as part of a nationwide effort called "Buddy Checks."

Mammoth end Stars' 15-game point streak with 6-3 road win

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 9:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth entered Monday's game on a four-game losing streak and they received plenty of contributions to end the Stars' 15-game point streak with a 6-3 win.

Utah approves 7 new productions projected to bring $12.6 million economic impact

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted March 16 - 9:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's growing reputation as an entertainment hub is set to expand further, as the state will serve as the backdrop for seven upcoming film productions.

Tuesday is caucus night in Utah. Here's how you can participate

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's election season will shift into full gear Tuesday evening as voters across the state will gather in local caucus meetings to elect party delegates and precinct officers.

Cannabis shows little benefit for most mental disorders, data review finds

Sriparna Roy, Reuters  |  Updated March 16 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cannabis-based medicines have shown little evidence of effectiveness for treating most mental health ​and substance-use disorders, according to a large review of past studies published Monday.

Payson students train future service dogs

Tyrese Boone, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 7:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

A group of students at Payson High School are making a difference outside the classroom by helping train service dogs for people in need.

Kamas mother found guilty of aggravated murder, all other charges in death of her husband

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Updated March 16 - 7:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jurors find Kouri Richins guilty of murdering her husband in March 2022, and attempting to murder him weeks earlier, after three hours of deliberation on Monday.

Did you know the Olympic rings now make a sound?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted March 16 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Now, there's a sound associated with the Olympic rings.

Cougars embracing new roles in quest for more March magic

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 6:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

During a week in Kansas City that included a late-night trip to Insomnia cookies on a hotel bell cart, BYU embraced a new identity led by a "think less, play more" defense and commitment to rebounding.

Number of US troops wounded in war against Iran rises to about 200

Reuters  |  Updated March 16 - 5:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

The number of U.S. troops wounded ​in the war against Iran has risen to about 200, the U.S. ‌military said on Monday, as the conflict entered its ⁠third week.

Utah Inland Port Authority establishing new project area in Duchesne County

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 5:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

With the backing of local leaders, the Utah Inland Port Authority on Monday approved the creation of the Black Gold Project Area in Duchesne County.

US judge blocks efforts to reshape childhood vaccine policy

Nate Raymond, Reuters  |  Updated March 16 - 4:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge on Monday blocked key parts of ​Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s effort to reshape U.S. vaccine policy, including a move to reduce the number of ‌shots routinely recommended for children.

Jurors now deliberating in murder trial for Kamas mom accused of fatally poisoning husband

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Updated March 16 - 4:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Prosecutors argue evidence shows Kouri Richins planned her husband's murder well in advance. Her attorneys say the evidence is "paper thin."

Police identify 2 men killed in collision near Heber City

Matt Brooks, KSL  |  Updated March 16 - 4:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two men died Saturday in a collision involving two vehicles near Heber City, east of Strawberry Reservoir.

Proposed 180-foot hotel east of downtown appears to hit snag in Salt Lake City Council

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 4:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City leaders recently expressed an unwillingness to support a rezone for a hotel east of downtown, following negative recommendations from planners.

Heavy weekend winds leave 'heartbreaking' damage in central Utah

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 2:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

High winds late Saturday left damage across areas of Utah and Emery counties, and the cleanup was expected to take days in some places.