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LDS Church responds to 'misinformation' about home storage centers

LDS officials are telling members that recent operational changes are “welcomed modifications."

Ryan Teeples: BYU sports is for BYUtv, not the other way around

Many Brigham Young University athletics fans see BYUtv and BYU athletics broadcasts as synonymous. But once you understand the mission of BYUtv, athletics’ role in fulfilling those related... Read more »

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Monsoon floods kill 102 in India, strand pilgrims

India's prime minister said Wednesday that the death toll from flooding this week in the northern state of Uttrakhand had surpassed 100 and could rise substantially. Read more »

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Picturing history: Wagon Mound, N.M.

While following the Santa Fe Trail during the first part of their journey, members of the Mormon Battalion camped at a site in Mora County, N.M., named for the geological feature seen here: Wagon... Read more »

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What's New: 'Engage in the Battle' gives engaging presentation to LDS youths

Drawing from stories found in the Book of Mormon, youth speaker Ryan Sharp gave a live presentation about engaging in the battle against evil and wickedness in the latter days. His talk has since... Read more »

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In the Whirled: When kids close the door

My oldest son is a pre-teen, and I realize this is where it begins, this slow separation, the way kids break away in small ways to test their independence. Read more »

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Researching Family History: Grandpa was a railroad engineer

My Grandpa Blair was the epitome of a railroad engineer, complete with coveralls, hat and scarf. But his descendants also remember him for his kindness, gentleness and love. Read more »

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Man charged with attempted murder in Ogden church shooting

Criminal charges were filed Tuesday against a man accused of shooting his father-in-law inside an Ogden church on Sunday during Mass. Read more »

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Amy Adams, Glenn Beck present different takes on Mormon doctrine

Two well-known media stars are citing the doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as reasons for both their sunny positivity and gloomy negativity, depending upon whether you're... Read more »

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Suicide bombers target Baghdad mosque, killing 26

Two suicide bombers targeted a Shiite mosque in Baghdad on Tuesday, one blowing himself up at a nearby checkpoint while the other slipped inside during prayers. The blasts killed 26 people, Iraqi... Read more »

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Tip for living: 'Day of Defense' tackles misconceptions about Mormonism

Scott Thormaehlen’s “Day of Defense” tackles some of the greatest misconceptions in the Mormon religion. It is written to “act as a guide to help Mormons and those... Read more »

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Wright Words: 20 things to embrace this summer besides a summer romance

You remember the summer romance, don’t you? Your neighbor invited a cousin to spend the summer from Savannah. A friend brought their BFF from Fresno to band camp. You met a foreign-exchange... Read more »

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Religion contributes to Utah being most charitable state in country, poll finds

A new study by the Chronicle of Philanthropy places Utah as the most charitable state in the country. Read more »

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Colorado Mormons join other faiths in response to Black Forest Fire

A series of “little miracles” saw several thousand Latter-day Saints living in the Colorado Springs area safely through a frightening week during which the Black Forest Fire has raged,... Read more »

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Ogden man shot as he knelt to pray is expected to recover

A man shot just as he knelt down to pray in church on Father's Day is expected to make a full recovery. A motive for the crime was still unknown Monday. His son-on-law is accused of shooting him. Read more »

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Mormon Tabernacle Choir makes third stop on six-city tour

The Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square added to that experience Saturday evening as they made their third stop on a six-city concert tour that began June 12. Read more »

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Obama: Northern Ireland peace will be tested

ENNISKILLEN, Northern Ireland — President Barack Obama declared peace in Northern Ireland a "blueprint" for those living amid conflict around the world, while acknowledging that the calm... Read more »

June 17, 2013

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Hamblin & Peterson: Ziggurats are temple platforms of ancient Mesopotamia

Elevated temple platforms exist worldwide. On the flood plains of Mesopotamia, ancient peoples built artificial divine mountains that represent human ascent to the world of the gods. Read more »

June 17, 2013

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My husband Alex Boye grilled in UK for 'I'm a Mormon' campaign

Alex Boye takes the heat in several BBC radio interviews in response to "The Book of Mormon" musical tour in London and the "I'm a Mormon" campaign. Read more »

June 17, 2013

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Mission Daze: Dreaming in the language

Elder Van Dyke's greenie has a dream in the language. Read more »

June 17, 2013

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Anger in southern Egypt over Islamist governor

Egyptian tourism workers and residents of the ancient city of Luxor voiced their anger Monday after an Islamist linked to a former Islamic militant group that carried out the city's deadliest... Read more »

June 17, 2013

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What LDS general conference has taught us about fatherhood

The subject of fathers and fatherhood is frequently addressed by church leaders during general conference sessions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Read more »

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Gunman caught after shooting father-in-law in church, police say

A widespread police search ended north of Tremonton Sunday when a man suspected of shooting his father-in-law during church services was arrested. Read more »

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Series of attacks kill 40 people across Iraq

A blistering string of apparently coordinated bombings and a shooting across Iraq killed at least 40 and wounded dozens Sunday, spreading fear throughout the county in a wave of violence that is... Read more »

June 16, 2013

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Book review: 'Esther the Queen' re-tells Old Testament story from a Mormon perspective

H.B. Moore's fictional retelling of the well-known story of Esther puts the story in its historical context and comes from an LDS perspective that connects with readers. Read more »

June 16, 2013

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What's New: 'Engage in the Battle' gives engaging presentation to LDS youths

Drawing from stories found in the Book of Mormon, youth speaker Ryan Sharp gave a live presentation about engaging in the battle against evil and wickedness in the latter days. His talk has since been recorded to a new audio CD. Read more »

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