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'Star Trek Into Darkness' is a crown jewel in the history of 'Star Trek'

When the credits roll at the end and you’re sitting there with a big smile on your face, that's a good thing.

Childhood ADHD linked to obesity in adulthood according to new study

Men who were diagnosed with ADHD as children are more likely to be obese when they're adults, according to a new study. Read more »

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Book review: 'My Beloved Brontosaurus' examines and enlightens without boredom (+audio excerpt)

Where did they go? How did they survive as long as they did? What colors were they? Brian Switek writes an entertaining, educational book filled with more questions than answers, but it's still a... Read more »

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'Star Trek: Into Darkness' does $70.6M but falls short of studio hopes

"Star Trek: Into Darkness" has warped its way to a $70.6 million domestic launch from Friday to Sunday, though it's not setting any light-speed records with a debut that's lower than the studio's... Read more »

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Book review: Debut novel 'Transparent' offers new take on superpowers

Natalie Whipple's debut novel "Transparent" features strong characters, witty dialogue, and a fast-paced plot. Readers will enjoy Fiona's honest character and the non-angsty romance. Read more »

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Book review: 'Integral Recovery' provides holistic approach for addiction recovery

John Dupuy's description of the dynamics of addiction, types of addicts and holistic approach to treatment makes "Integral Recovery" of use to any clinician while still being accessible to addicts... Read more »

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OJ Simpson lawyers say he is closer to freedom

The latest high-stakes court hearing for O.J. Simpson in the glitzy capital of big gambles has come to a close with the former football star's defense team feeling confident that their client is... Read more »

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Book Review: 'Second Chances' shows how lost love can be found again

Melanie Jacobson's fifth romantic novel titled "Second Chances" shows how a love once thought to have been lost forever can be found again — perhaps when you least expect it to be. Read more »

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A crash course in 'Star Trek' for non-Trekkies

Planning to see “Star Trek Into Darkness” this weekend? No need to go in blind. Brush up with this spoiler-free guide to the known universe of “Star Trek.” Read more »

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Book review: 'School Spirits' is a teenage tale of a monster-hunting family

Isolde "Izzy" Brannick is a member of a family of dedicated monster hunters. They have a long history of hunting and disposing of magical creatures. When Izzy and her mom move to the small town of... Read more »

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Book review: 'Dance with the Bear' documents Utah businessman's life

"Dance with the Bear: The Joe Rosenblatt Story," written by Joe's oldest son, Norman, documents the life of an internationally known Utah businessman, government and community leader. Read more »

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Book review: Blue Balliett's 'Hold Fast' unexpected, satisfying

When eleven-year-old Early's father disappears she uses many resources to find him, especially the secrets behind a book they both love, "The First Book of Rhythm" Read more »

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Book review: 'Joseph: A Stalwart Witness' is a realistic book

"Joseph: A Stalwart Witness" by Cecilia Jensen is a historical novel based in New England during the Second Great Awakening. It is a unique book that captures the life of Joseph Smith in an... Read more »

May 18, 2013

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USA Today founder honored at memorial service

Colleagues and friends paying tribute to USA Today founder Al Neuharth on Friday remembered him not as a driven media giant but as a loyal native South Dakotan who never forgot his roots. Read more »

May 17, 2013

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Steve Eaton: Weekend may spark traumatic Star Trek memories for columnist

Star Trek fans will head to the movies this weekend, expecting an exciting new chapter to unfold in the Federation's history. I will go too, but I fear it may dredge up for me some traumatic memories. Read more »

May 17, 2013

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Movie mobsters highlight newly released Blu-ray sets

Movie mobsters, from “The Public Enemy” and “Little Caesar” to “Goodfellas” and “The Departed,” are being repackaged in new Blu-ray sets, as are two... Read more »

May 17, 2013

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Former lawyer says OJ Simpson knew about guns

The lawyer who unsuccessfully defended O.J. Simpson against armed robbery charges testified Friday his client knew two companions had guns in a 2007 confrontation with memorabilia dealers. Read more »

May 17, 2013

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Disney reportedly pulls new 'Brave' image of glamorized princess

Yahoo!, The Christian Post and Marin Independent Journal say Disney succumbed to pressures and removed the adult Merida image from Disney's princess site. Yet, according to IGN, the original Pixar... Read more »

May 17, 2013

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$1 million in jewels stolen near Cannes film fest

A French police official says jewelry worth about $1 million has been stolen from a safe in a Cannes hotel room, against the backdrop of the Riviera resort town's film festival. Read more »

May 17, 2013

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OJ back in court; Day 4 of bid for new Vegas trial

A lawyer who represented O.J. Simpson during the appeal of his armed robbery conviction to the Nevada Supreme Court testified Thursday that he's convinced that Simpson's lead trial lawyer made... Read more »

May 16, 2013

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Is the Wii U already becoming outdated?

Some next-gen graphics engines will not support Nintendo's struggling Wii U, according to developers at this year's GDC. Is the brand new console already being outpaced by its competitors? Read more »

May 16, 2013

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Weird ‘Cloud Atlas’ leads new DVD, Blu-ray releases

New on DVD and Blu-ray, ‘Cloud Atlas’ has no shortage of star power, led by Tom Hanks and Halle Berry buried under heavy makeup for multiple roles, but ultimately it’s a sterile... Read more »

May 16, 2013

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Review: Chemistry of the cast of 'Barber of Seville' captures key aspect of storytelling

From the opening chords of the overture to the ensemble cast, each component of "The Barber of Seville" contributes to its masterful storytelling by the Utah Opera. Read more »

May 16, 2013

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'Star Trek Into Darkness' is a really fun ride

The non-stop action in the latest J.J. Abram's chapter may not feel like Gene Roddenberry's "Star Trek," but it's a great deal of fun. Read more »

May 16, 2013

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‘Star Trek Into Darkness’: 3 points for parents

Information for parents about the film "Star Trek Into Darkness." Read more »

May 16, 2013

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Doug's Take: 'Star Trek Into Darkness' is a crown jewel in the history of 'Star Trek'

When the credits roll at the end of a highly anticipated film and you’re sitting there with a big smile on your face, that’s a good thing. That’s exactly what I experienced as the... Read more »

May 16, 2013

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