Romney a Possibility for McCain's Running Mate
According to the AP story, reporters asked McCain if this week is a good time to announce his running mate, while Obama is overseas. Romney said he stands ready to take on that role if asked.
Wave of Scams Threaten Public
BYU students should be on the lookout for a new wave of identify-theft scams. The Internal Revenue Service said con artists are sending e-mails requesting personal information that appear to be from the IRS.
Travelers Seek New Forms of Transportation
As fuel prices continue to rise, commuters are quickly finding alternatives to filling up at the pump, and transportation organizations throughout the United States are beginning to feel the heat.
Opinions vary on Court's Handgun Ruling
The June 26 Supreme Court decision to rule in favor of an individual's right to own and carry a handgun has brought attention to firearm activist groups and students.
Blog Power
Many citizens are finding power in sharing their opinions through blogging. In countries where expressing yourself is often looked down upon, people have taken advantage of the anonymity Internet blogging provides.
Growing Fire ... Growing Worry
BYU students and alumni grow more concerned about family and friends as fires continue to rage across sections of California.
Former Nazi Faces Deportation
An 83-year-old man who served as a Nazi guard more than half a century ago has been ordered by the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court to have his citizenship revoked and be deported.
LDS Aim to Show FLDS Disparity
The LDS Church has posted short video interviews of its members from Texas on its Web site, addressing the differences between the two religions.
Ill. Team Finds Dinosaur Bone-Anza
A team from an Illinois museum recently discovered dinosaur fossils in a Wayne County quarry in southern Utah.
Micro-Franchises Provide Business Solutions for Poverty
Thanks to a team of BYU researchers and developers, the success of franchises is being used to bring people out of poverty through a new initiative called micro-franchise.