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Barack Obama shared his favorite movies of the year — including this film that debuted in Utah
Valerie Jones, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 28 - 9:03 a.m. | Save Story
The former president is closing out 2025 with his annual tradition of sharing his favorite movies, music and books of the year.
Brigitte Bardot, 1960s French sex symbol turned militant animal rights activist, dies at 91
Thomas Adamson and Elaine Ganley, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 28 - 8:34 a.m. | Save Story
French 1960s sex symbol Brigitte Bardot has died at age 91. Bardot became one of the greatest screen sirens of the 20th century and later a militant animal rights activist.
Kennedy Center criticizes musician who canceled concert after Trump name added to building
Steven Sloan, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 27 - 1:36 p.m. | Save Story
The president of the Kennedy Center on Friday fiercely criticized a musician's sudden decision to cancel a Christmas Eve performance at the venue days after the White House announced that President Donald Trump's name would be added to the facility.
Woman of Nicaraguan descent wins inaugural Miss Utah Latina Imagen pageant
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 26 - 9:47 p.m. | Save Story
A woman of Nicaraguan descent, Yanelin Rivera, won the inaugural Miss Utah Latina Imagen pageant followed by contestants of Dominican and Mexican descent.
Making a music video for rapper in Hawaii led Idaho couple to launch video production company
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Dec. 26 - 7:04 a.m. | Save Story
Daniel and Sarah Guthmiller are the owners of Film Garage 208, a video production and marketing agency in Idaho Falls.
SLC to NYC: Utah dancers perform in Rockettes' Christmas Spectacular
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Dec. 24 - 8:00 p.m. | Save Story
Two Utah dancers are living the dream, performing in New York City with the Radio City Rockettes, the iconic dance group that is celebrating its 100th anniversary.
Glenn Beck's daughter, who has ties to eastern Idaho, featured in new Christmas movie
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Dec. 24 - 6:15 p.m. | Save Story
The 20-year-old daughter of conservative radio host Glenn Beck was cast in her first film role that premiered over the weekend.
Would Shakespeare give a thumbs-up to the film 'Hamnet'? A University of Utah professor's take
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 24 - 11:32 a.m. | Save Story
Besides examining how one processes deep grief, "Hamnet" reminds moviegoers of the humanities' cathartic capacity.
'American Idol' singer from Idaho Falls proposed to after singing national anthem at Jazz game
Brittni Johnson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Dec. 23 - 8:59 p.m. | Save Story
Local musician and former "American Idol" contestant Paige Anne is used to being in the spotlight, but recently all eyes were on her for something other than music — this time, it was a marriage proposal.
'Home Alone 2' nailed holiday travel chaos, but flight rules make movie's plot less plausible today
Rio Yamat, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 23 - 6:51 a.m. | Save Story
"Home Alone 2" depicts holiday travel chaos, but modern airport rules prevent similar mix-ups.
Barry Manilow reveals he has lung cancer
Lisa Respers France, CNN | Updated Dec. 22 - 7:50 p.m. | Save Story
Barry Manilow is rescheduling his January arena concerts due to an update regarding his health.
Want to read more in 2026? Here's how to revive your love of books
Adithi Ramakrishnan, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 22 - 2:02 p.m. | Save Story
People stop reading in adulthood for lots of reasons. But it's never too late to turn the page on old habits and start again.
Musician surprises Herriman High School marching band while on tour
Deanie Wimmer, KSL | Posted Dec. 22 - 7:46 a.m. | Save Story
A Utah high school marching band that spent over 250 hours preparing a field show based on an indie-folk artist's music got a surprise they'll never forget.
Third 'Avatar' film lights up global box offices
Lisa Richwine, Reuters | Updated Dec. 21 - 4:02 p.m. | Save Story
Director James Cameron's third "Avatar" movie kicked off its box office run with roughly $345 million in global ticket sales through Sunday, meeting pre-weekend forecasts for the epic movie franchise from Walt Disney.
Celebrate Christmas with these books by authors with Utah ties
Valerie Jones, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 21 - 10:32 a.m. | Save Story
Looking for a festive holiday read? You don't have to look too far — there are plenty of authors with ties to Utah that have written some very merry Christmas books. From holiday romances to mysteries to illustrated children's books, here are some books to get you in the Christmas spirit.
Romanian court sentences US rapper Wiz Khalifa to 9 months for drug possession
Associated Press | Posted Dec. 19 - 9:04 a.m. | Save Story
A court in Romania has sentenced American rapper Wiz Khalifa to nine months in jail on drug possession charges. The ruling on Thursday came more than a year after he took part in a music festival in the Eastern European country.
The Kennedy Center is adding 'Trump' to its name, White House says
Jeff Mason and Steve Holland, Reuters | Posted Dec. 18 - 5:34 p.m. | Save Story
The board of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has decided to rename the institution the Trump-Kennedy Center, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said on Thursday.
West Valley City uses Christmas trees to celebrate diversity, foster unity
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 18 - 5:04 p.m. | Save Story
The Trees of Diversity holiday exhibit at West Valley City's Cultural Celebration Center uses Christmas trees as a means of celebrating diversity and fostering unity.
