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Several mathematicians share stories about John Pardon, highlighting his quiet influence. János Kollár recounts a Phi Beta Kappa dinner encounter with Pardon, noting Kollár's academic positions at Princeton, Utah, and Harvard.

A record-breaking heat wave is impacting the western US. A helicopter was used to combat a wildfire near the University of Utah in Salt Lake City on June 21, 2026.

Prosecutors in Utah will present their case against Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, during a preliminary hearing. Evidence includes a text message confession, a note, and DNA linking Robinson to the murder weapon. The hearing will determine if there is enough evidence to proceed to trial and consider the death penalty.

Prosecutors in Utah are preparing to argue for a murder trial against Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Evidence includes DNA linking Robinson to the murder weapon and a text message confession, while the case may proceed to a death penalty consideration due to aggravating circumstances.

A Utah judge is set to decide if prosecutors can be sanctioned for media comments about a bullet fragment in the murder case of Charlie Kirk. Defense lawyers argue the comments may bias jurors and impact the death penalty, while prosecutors claim they were compelled to speak due to media speculation. The case has drawn significant attention and conspiracy theories.

A Utah judge will decide if prosecutors could face sanctions for media comments about a bullet fragment in the murder case of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Defense attorneys argue the comments risk juror bias and seek to block the death penalty, while prosecutors claim they were compelled to address media speculation about evidence.

Measles and whooping cough cases are surging in the U.S. due to low vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy, with 1,983 measles cases reported in 2026—nearly matching 2025's total. States like Utah, South Carolina, Florida, and Virginia have seen significant increases, while the CDC warns the U.S. may lose its measles elimination status. Public health departments face challenges containing outbreaks amid federal funding cuts and misinformation.

Measles and whooping cough cases are surging in the U.S. due to low vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy, with Utah and South Carolina reporting significant outbreaks. The CDC reports 1,983 measles cases in 2026, nearing the 2025 annual total, while 12 states and D.C. have exceeded their 2025 case counts by mid-year.

Measles and whooping cough cases are surging in the U.S. due to low vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy, with 1,983 measles cases reported in 2026—nearly matching the 2025 record. States like Utah, South Carolina, Florida, and Virginia have seen significant increases, and public health departments face challenges containing outbreaks amid federal funding cuts.

Measles and whooping cough cases are surging in the U.S. due to low vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy, with 1,983 measles cases reported in 2026 across 12 states and Washington, D.C. Utah, South Carolina, Florida, and Virginia have seen significant increases compared to 2025. Public health officials warn the U.S. may lose its measles elimination status as anti-vaccine rhetoric and funding cuts strain containment efforts.

Measles and whooping cough cases are surging in the U.S. due to low vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy, with 12 states and D.C. reporting more measles cases in 2026 than in all of 2025. Utah, South Carolina, Florida, and Virginia are among the hardest-hit states, and the U.S. may lose its measles elimination status. Federal funding cuts to public health and anti-vaccine rhetoric are complicating containment efforts.

Measles and whooping cough cases are surging in the U.S. due to low vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy, with Utah and South Carolina reporting significant outbreaks. The CDC reported 1,983 measles cases in 2026, nearing 2025's record total, while whooping cough deaths reached their highest level since 2010.

Measles and whooping cough cases are surging in 2026, with Utah, South Carolina, Florida, and Virginia reporting more cases than in 2025. Vaccine hesitancy and misinformation are contributing factors, while public health departments face challenges due to funding cuts and rising hospitalizations.

Measles and whooping cough cases are surging in the U.S. due to low vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy, with Utah and South Carolina reporting significant outbreaks. The CDC reported 1,983 measles cases in 2026, nearing the 2025 annual total, and 12 states have more cases this year than in all of 2025. Federal funding cuts to public health and anti-vaccine rhetoric are complicating containment efforts.