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'Avatar: Fire and Ash' reaches $1 billion in global ticket sales
Dawn Chmielewski, Reuters | Updated Jan. 4 - 6:30 p.m. | Save Story
James Cameron's science-fiction fantasy "Avatar: Fire and Ash" has surpassed $1 billion in global box office proceeds, the director's fourth film to cross that threshold.
Harmons grocery stores remain committed to local artists
Arianne Brown for KSL | Posted Jan. 4 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
In a world where many businesses are moving toward AI-created art, Harmons grocery stores have remained committed to showcasing local artists.
'Top Gun: Maverick' copyright claim rejected by appeals court
Jonathan Stempel, Reuters | Updated Jan. 3 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
A federal appeals court ruled on Friday that the 2022 Tom Cruise blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick" did not infringe a magazine article that inspired the original 1986 "Top Gun" film.
Violinist sues Will Smith, management company; claims wrongful termination, sexual harassment
Karina Tsui, Sandra Gonzalez, CNN | Updated Jan. 3 - 9:58 a.m. | Save Story
A violinist who performed on tour with Will Smith has filed a lawsuit against the actor-musician and a management company, accusing them of retaliation, sexual harassment and wrongful termination.
The year the PG movie thrived
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 1 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
Hollywood owes a thank you to Gen Alpha (kids 12 and younger) for fueling a PG movie box-office boost.
Nancy Drew, Betty Boop and more: 26 notable works entering the public domain in 2026
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Jan. 1 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
Nancy Drew, Betty Boop and the first version of what would become Pluto are among the countless creative works entering the public domain as their copyrights expire on New Year's Day.
Disney World worker is injured trying to stop runaway boulder at Indiana Jones show
Associated Press | Updated Dec. 31 - 9:34 p.m. | Save Story
A Walt Disney World worker in Florida was injured while attempting to stop a large runaway prop boulder from rolling into seated spectators at the Indiana Jones live show.
Additional security in place for Salt Lake City New Year's celebration
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 31 - 6:28 p.m. | Save Story
As revelers celebrate the new year, additional security will be in place to ensure all who attend Salt Lake City's "Last Hurrah" will have a safe New Year's Eve celebration.
Ring in the new year with these events in Utah
Valerie Jones, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 31 - 8:53 a.m. | Save Story
It's time to ring in the new year, and there's a wide variety of ways to celebrate in Utah — from fireworks to laser shows to bull riding. Here are some of the events across the state where you can welcome in 2026.
Beyoncé declared the fifth billionaire musician by Forbes
Chris Lau, CNN | Updated Dec. 30 - 1:05 p.m. | Save Story
Beyoncé has joined the ranks of billionaires, according to Forbes, becoming the fifth musician to be crowned the elite status.
Unleash the hounds! And terriers and lapdogs. The American Kennel Club adds 3 breeds
Jennifer Peltz, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 30 - 10:31 a.m. | Save Story
They're ready to embark on 2026. Three more dog breeds joined the American Kennel Club's roster of recognized breeds on Tuesday. One of the newcomers is the Teddy Roosevelt terrier, named for the former U.S. president.
Rain could be an unwelcome entry at the Rose Parade on New Year's Day
Ed White, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 29 - 3:23 p.m. | Save Story
For the first time in 20 years, rain could be an intruder at the Rose Parade in Southern California, a venerable New Year's Day event that attracts thousands of spectators and is watched by millions more on TV.
How musician David Tolk is providing background music for the world
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 28 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
A keyboard artist in Draper with a studio that doubles as his front room is being heard literally around the world.
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.
