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Former deputy district attorney appears in court in child sexual assault case

Woman accused of poisoning her husband now accused of witness tampering

Grief writer Kouri Richins claims letter instructing brother to falsely testify about dead husband’s drugs was excerpt from new book

Tim Ballard, former CEO of Operation Underground Railroad, issues response to church statement

Allegations against Tim Ballard, inspiration behind ‘Sound of Freedom,’ explain rebuke by LDS Church

Operation Underground Railroad Child-Rescue Missions Were Based on Psychic Intelligence

‘Sound of Freedom’ Producer Felt the Naked Breasts of Apparently Underage Trafficking Victim

Tim Ballard’s Departure From Operation Underground Railroad Followed Sexual Misconduct Investigation

Mormon Church Denounces Tim Ballard’s “Morally Unacceptable” Activities

Young service missionaries to be integrated into teaching missions, Church announces

Full-time missionary from Washington dies of illness in Philippines

‘They used cayenne pepper and honey to dress the wounds’: Warrant sheds new light on Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt child abuse case

Ruby Franke: Judge considers making custody case private, which could limit oldest daughter’s access

Hostess Ding Dong Twinkie Mash-Up

The Coco Berthmann Story

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MELISSA

The presidents of the BYUs gave speeches about the changes to the honor code and dress and grooming standards this week. Each spoke about it differently. BYU President Reese spoke of an “elevated standard”.  BYU-I President Meredith talked about it in terms of integrity and specifically stated that the dress and grooming standards are not matters of personal morality, BYU-Hawaii President Kauwe said that even some things not specifically prohibited by the standards might not be ok and encouraged men to “to carefully consult some women in your life about whether you should have a mustache or not.”

MATT

A lot of people are excited about the new three year online degrees being offered by BYU-Idaho. They get accreditation for this because they are very specific degree programs. They have been using a unique structure that pushes all of the GE requirements to the end of the program. Basically, they asked to have an accredited Bachelor’s degree that does not require GE courses. MELISSA

New Church streaming app

MATT

This month marks the 30th anniversary of the September 6 excommunications of LDS scholars. Benjamin Park has a piece about this in The Conversation and Signature Books has something coming out from a non-LDS religious historian about this moment. Looking back, what has been the impact of this moment?

MELISSA

The Church commissions a new biography of Joseph Smith

MATT

The church is going to dedicate three temples in one day this Sunday.

MELISSA

Mormons are among the most likely Americans to have a gun in their household.

Famous Mormons:

MATT

Which famous YouTuber is a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

Mark Rober

Ruby Franke

The Yeager Family

Big/Little/No Deal:

MATT

LDS Bishop has a different take on church finances. He writes about all of the good things the church does with its money.

MELISSA

It is now possible to make group reservations for endowment sessions online.

MATT

The church clarifies that Operation Underground Railroad founder Tim Ballard betrayed his friendship with President M. Russell Ballard when Tim claimed that the LDS church supported his cause.

MELISSA

Few — if any — public figures since Brigham Young have done more to shape America's impression of Mormonism than Mitt Romney.

MATT

Hot off the presses this week. Richard Bushman wrote a biography of the Gold Plates and Grant Hardy has an annotated version of the Book of Mormon that will make it much easier for people to read and understand.

MELISSA

Elder Holland is released from the hospital and is recuperating at home.

Mormons Doing Goodly:

Seniors delight kids at the water park with ice cream treats. (Matt)

General Conference Predictions

MELISSA

Temples: number and locations

Fillmore or Richfield Utah

Rigby Idaho

Tremonton Utah?

Mexico City Style multi-temples in Brazil?

Female Speakers:

Last conference was a big disappointment in this area, 2 females in 5 sessions.

Topics Discussed:

Melissa - Focus on Youth, FSY successes

Any unexpected announcements?

Melissa - Significant policy changes? YES, From YW General Board

Saturday Evening session changes?

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2023 Mrs. American goes viral saying motherhood makes her feel empowered

‘8 Passengers’ YouTube star, and business partner arrested on suspicion of child abuse

Are your ancestors more attractive than you? According to this TikTok hypothesis, they might be

A 3-year college degree? BYU-Pathway Worldwide wins approval to launch revolution in higher education

Concerns about Ruby Franke’s children reported to police, DCFS more than a year ago

Donny Osmond's Rocky Relationship With His Son Jeremy Explained

See inside the newly renovated St. George Utah Temple as media, special-guest tours begin

Church announces changes for scheduling use of recreational properties

Meet the 14 new members of the Young Women general advisory council

Latter-day Saint testifies of Jesus Christ at interfaith event in Mongolia hosted by Pope Francis

An Unexpected Hotbed of Y.A. Authors: Utah

Unraveling Utah’s paradox: Study on LDS Church members examines high cosmetic surgery rates in the highly religious state

2024 Best Colleges in the U.S.

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‘General Handbook’ gets updates — and condensed ‘Selections’ offering in some languages

Fortune.com features Cotopaxi co-founder’s ‘shocking’ decision to accept mission president assignment

President Nelson donates his medical journals to the University of Utah

Thai YSAs get early tour of new Bangkok temple — even ahead of media, special guests

First Presidency announces Manhattan New York Temple renovation plans, including rendering

Elder Bednar dedicates Joseph and Emma Smith’s Kirtland home

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Leaders update honor code and dress and grooming standards for Church schools

Sunday School general presidency shares changes to 2024 ‘Come, Follow Me’ during BYU Education Week

How did Latter-day Saint Kenneth Rooks finish at the world track championships?

Mental health professionals offer life help during young single adult conference

Missionary handbook updates include clarifications, answers to common questions from missionaries and their leaders

Calling all Latter-day Saint singers — how to apply and be a part of the new hymnbook

Former Congresswoman Mia Love shares cancer diagnosis and miracles of science and faith

Bodycam footage: Shanna Gardner, ex-wife of Microsoft exec Jared Bridegan arrested in front of kids - as photos of her emerge laughing on vacation five weeks after his murder

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Mailbag:

MATT

It’s been a while since we recorded, and we did have some comments in the mailbag - there is one in particular we’d like to address quickly -  Some listeners disagreed with calling a death a little deal, I apologized offline for any pain we caused.

MELISSA

Should we give ourselves a name? What should we call ourselves? ChatGPT suggests, “The Beloved Brothers and Sisters” or “TWIM: Marvelous Siblings”

Quick Clips:

MATT (TEMPLES)

St. George temple open house / Feather River California temple open house (more) / Saratoga Springs temple dedicated

MELISSA

A typical day in the life of an apostle

MATT

South Korea Supreme Court Justice is LDS

MELISSA

President Oaks turns 91

MATT

Elder Soares speaks to missionaries in Brazil and speaks at Brazil conference

MELISSA

Church donates $44 million to end hunger

Food donations in 6 countries

MATT

New study estimates that 1.4 million people attend LDS church services each week. That is about 20% of US church members.

Famous Mormons: (MATT)

Which 1980s/1990s child TV star is a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

Jason Bateman

Ricky Schroeder

Kirk Cameron

Big/Little/No Deal:

MELISSA

What President Freeman wishes for the Young Women of the Church

MATT

Supreme Court’s neutral stance on religion creates more chaos than clarity

MELISSA

Researchers studying intersection between LGBT+, Mental Health, & Religion

MATT

The holiest places in the world

MELISSA

Man faces felony charges after stealing chicken nuggets from LDS church

MATT

Did Joseph Smith plagiarize the Sermon on the Mount?

MELISSA

What happens to your church digital information when you die?

TWIM TAKES (MELISSA)

Should I send my child to church with a cellphone? (Related article)

Can we talk about Lori Vallow Daybell statements? TWIM sisters did this, but we would have a different take.

Mormons Doing Goodly: (MATT)

Frank Vandersloot and Melaleuca fund the largest firework show west of the Mississippi.

This Week in Mormon History: (MATT)

35 years ago today - 1988 Mid-August

100 millionth endowment performed for the dead.

50 years ago today - Aug 15, 1973 From Leonard Arrington

Elder Anderson came into my office for a few minutes this morning. He said that President [Heber J.] Grant told him that Joseph F. Smith told President Grant about an informal, friendly conversation he had in Independence with Joseph Smith III [RLDS President]. Joseph Smith III leaned over to President Smith and said, "You know, I wish I knew for sure which one of us is right," and President Joseph F. replied, "I thank the Lord that I do know which one is right."

85 years ago today - Aug 14, 1938

The first Deseret Industries store opens with its dual purposes of providing low-cost used items as well as employment for disabled and elderly persons. Orson H. Hewlett patterns this after Goodwill Industries.

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Wrangling over ‘Dark Skies,’ LDS temple, gets contentious at Wasatch County hearing

This Utah teen is really, really fast — and he’s dominating on ‘American Ninja Warrior’

Dallas Jenkins says ‘The Chosen’ season 4 will premiere in theaters. Here’s what we know

Tongan Latter-day Saint missionary dies at a hospital in the Philippines

Why Stay / Leave: To Follow the Higher Law

Three times the joy as triplet missionaries arrive home together

Teen dies while reading mission call in Provo, Utah

Why former ‘Studio C’ cast says new movie is the ‘Monty Python of the Oregon Trail’

Family of 19-year-old who died moments after reading his mission call says he was ‘always peaceful’

In the beginning, there was Barbie

‘Together in Christ’: The ‘unprecedented’ OneRepublic concert for young single adults

Church issues update on the health of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland

LDS Temple in Cody approved over objections

Family of Provo man shot by FBI says they ‘mourn the loss of a good and decent man’

Moment Utah man Craig Deleeuw Robertson's home is surrounded by FBI agents who hurled a smoke bomb before shooting him dead after he posted 'credible' Joe Biden death threats

‘That’s not the man I knew’: Neighbors describe Provo suspect killed by FBI

Appeals court reinstates James Huntsman’s lawsuit for return of tithing he paid as a Latter-day Saint

How hard is it to find a garment-friendly dress?

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New Young Women general presidency begins service

Church magazine subscriptions now available at no cost

Friend Magazine Special Edition

Irish Mormons face dwindling numbers, but researcher finds their community inspirational

President of Peru Joins Faith Leaders in Prayer

The British Pageant

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Mormon Church Sues Cody Over Planning And Zoning Board’s Denial Of Temple Plan

Crumbl dismisses lawsuit against Crave; Dirty Dough suit still open

Senior Latter-day Saint missionary dies in car crash in Vanuatu

Don Aslett reflects on a long and storied career as Pocatello’s ‘professional cleaner’

Lori Daybell asks judge to prohibit Tammy Daybell’s aunt from speaking at sentencing

Idaho jury hits Bundy, defendants with tens of millions in damages in St. Luke’s lawsuit

When Ryan Hamilton was hit by a bus, he wanted it to be a tragedy. But really, it’s a comedy

Latter-day Saint returned missionary is ready to play pro basketball in Germany, become a father

Watch: An RM’s plan for disaster leads to national championship

Sheri Dew: A tribute to Sister Patricia T. Holland, a woman for the ages

Angel Studios has found a box office hit in ‘Sound of Freedom’

Latter-day Saints gather to remember the inspiring life of Sister Patricia Holland

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