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Soter: Real Feminists Shouldn’t Watch Romance Movies

By Theadora Soter, Multimedia Managing Editor May 26, 2021

  Let me start off by saying that it pains me to write this article — I live by romance films. Anyone close to me knows if I’m not reading, writing or trying to teach my dog, Larry, how to...

SNL cast members huddle together at the end of the season 46 finale's cold open.

Season 46 Finale of ‘Saturday Night Live’ Was a Tearful, Yet Joyous Sendoff

By Makena Reynolds, Arts Writer May 26, 2021

  NBC's "Saturday Night Live" has been a saving grace during a year of unpredictability, especially after months of social distancing and separation. During the COVID-19 pandemic, people got to...

A sign reported fire danger levels near Mueller Park Canyon in Bountiful, Utah on Friday, May 21, 2021. (Photo by Brooklyn Critchley | The Daily Utah Chronicle) 

Shadley: Masks Protect Us From Poor Air Quality, but Will Utahns Wear Them?

By Will Shadley, Opinion Writer May 25, 2021

  The CDC recently announced that fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks in most settings. While we can debate whether this announcement came too soon, the prevalence of masks will...

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NBA First Round Playoff Preview

By Aria Fatahian, Sports Writer May 25, 2021

  The first round of the NBA playoffs started Saturday and features some fantastic matchups. With the NBA’s “play-in” format for playoffs this year, the first round matchups have ultimately...

Students at the University of Utah are following the COVID-19 guidelines by wearing masks while working on campus. (Photo by Abu Asib | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Face Masks No Longer Required on the U’s Campus

By Kayleigh Silverstein, Special Projects Managing Editor, News Writer May 24, 2021

As of May 24, 2021 masks will no longer be required at University of Utah facilities following state legislation banning face mask requirements. Masks are still required in U Health facilities and on-campus...

University of Utah redshirt junior Vinny Zavolta (6) in a NCAA baseball game vs. Washington State at Smith's Ballpark in Salt Lake City, Utah on Saturday, April 10, 2021. (Photo by Kevin Cody | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah Baseball Take Game One, Drops Series to Huskies

By Justin Prather, Sports Writer May 23, 2021

  The University of Utah baseball team traveled up to Seattle for a three game series against the University of Washington Huskies. Coming into the weekend, Utah lost three to Oregon and won a...

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The NHL Playoffs Bring a New Format as the First Round Gets Under Way

By Eric Jensen, Sports Writer May 23, 2021

  The NHL playoffs provide some of the most entertaining sports moments on the planet. Playoff hockey is a totally different product from the games that take place in the regular season. It’s...

Protesters chant in the streets as they march from the Wallace F. Federal building to the Gallivan Center in Salt Lake City on May 22, 2021. (Photo by Natalie Colby | Daily Utah Chronicle)

‘Resistance is Justified, When People are Occupied’: Protesters Gather in Support of Colombia and Palestine

By Natalie Colby and Kayleigh Silverstein May 22, 2021

  Muna Omar sat in the bed of a light blue truck driving through the streets of downtown Salt Lake City, breaking up the red, black, white and green colors of the Palestinian flag covering...

UT-Arirang performs at the AAPI Heritage Month Celebration Rally at Washington Square Park in Salt Lake City on May 22, 2021. (Photo by Natalie Colby | Daily Utah Chronicle)

AAPI Heritage Month Rally Promotes Unity, Community and Celebration

By Natalie Colby and Kayleigh Silverstein May 22, 2021

    On Saturday, May 22 members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities and others gathered in Washington Square Park to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month at a rally hosted...

Album cover art for Olivia Rodrigo's debut release "Sour."

‘Sour’ But Sweet: Olivia Rodrigo Shines on Debut Album

By India Bown, Arts Writer May 22, 2021

  In her debut album “Sour," 18-year-old Disney star Olivia Rodrigo breaks out of her shell and rises into fame with the songwriting abilities teased in her newly released singles coming into...