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The Rice-Eccles Stadium during the Utah vs. Florida game in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Thursday, Aug.31, 2023. (Photo Madeline Van Wagenen | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Switzerland Bests Mexico in Friendly at Rice-Eccles Stadium

Over 41,000 fans showed up for the 2025 MexTour event, pairing the Switzerland and Mexico Men’s National Teams in a successful showing.
By Jonah Marriott, Sports Writer June 13, 2025

  On Saturday, June 7, the Mexico Men’s National Team took on Switzerland at Rice Eccles Stadium. The event marked the MexTour’s second visit to the State of Utah, and its first to Salt Lake...

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How to Celebrate Pride Month in Utah

Even though the Utah Pride Festival is over, that doesn't mean that other celebrations of Pride are.
By Luke Utley, Arts Writer June 11, 2025

  The relevance of Pride Month has only grown in recent years. It’s a time when a whole community of people can express themselves without judgment, providing a sense of togetherness and acceptance....

Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton drives to the grid before the Formula One Miami Grand Prix on May 4, 2025. (REUTERS/Marco Bello)

A Beginner’s Guide to the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans

With this week's race quickly approaching, here is a beginner's introduction to help you keep up with the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
By Jonah Marriott, Sports Writer June 10, 2025

  Thousands of racing fans will make their pilgrimage to northwestern France this month to visit a motorsports circuit over a century old. On these grounds, dozens of the fiercest, most skilled...

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What To See at the Utah Arts Festival

With the premier show of art coming up, now is the best time to plan a visit to the Utah Arts Festival.
By Luke Utley, Arts Writer June 9, 2025

  The Utah Arts Festival will take place June 19-22 at Library Square in downtown Salt Lake City. Summer in Utah is the perfect time for a variety of activities. With people out and about much...

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The U’s Undergraduate Literary Magazine Is Back

'The Canticle' resurfaces and takes on new name of the 'Seven Canyons Review.'
By Hailey Edmonds, Arts Writer June 7, 2025

  The University of Utah's undergraduate literary magazine, "The Canticle," is back with a new name, "Seven Canyons Review." "The Canticle," originally founded in 2015 by the English Student Advisory...

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Women’s Rugby at the University of Utah Has a Bright Future

The Ilona Maher Effect is in full force at the U with the women’s rugby club seeing an increase of 300% in participation this past season.
By Sean Stetson, Sports Writer June 6, 2025

  The rugby pitch at the University of Utah buzzed with activity as Maddie Bloodworth watched her team practice, a sight that would have seemed impossible less than a year ago. Last spring, the...

A message is displayed in the Eiffel Tower that reads: "Allez Paris!" ahead of the final. (REUTERS/Abdul Saboor)

Paris Saint-Germain Wins First Champions League Title

Last Saturday, Paris Saint-Germain delivered a resounding 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in Munich.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor June 5, 2025

  On a night destined for the history books, Paris Saint-Germain finally lifted the UEFA Champions League trophy for the first time, delivering a resounding 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in Munich...

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) controls the ball in the first quarter against the New York Knicks during game five of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 29, 2025. (Brad Penner/Imagn Images)

New Era Finals: Thunder and Pacers Set To Battle for First Title in Franchise History

Tyrese Haliburton and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will lead small-market franchises to a historic NBA Finals clash.
By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor June 5, 2025

  For the first time since 2006, the NBA Finals will guarantee a first-time champion. The Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers — two small-market franchises built around youth, speed and...

Festivalgoers at Fork Fest 2024. (Photo by Laney Hansen | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Fork Fest 2025 Is a Utah Family’s Musical Oasis

American Fork's renowned music festival moves on to its eighth year with The Aquabats headlining this weekend.
By Laney Hansen, Arts Editor June 5, 2025

  Instead of the classic kitchen utensils, Fork Fest celebrates artists local to the Utah music scene. Coming up on its eighth year, Fork Fest will be hosted at Art Dye Park in American Fork...

The Utah women’s basketball celebrate defeating the UCLA Bruins at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City on Jan. 22, 2024. (Photo by Xiangyao “Axe” Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

A 2024 Year in Review for Utah’s Excelling Athletics

These programs shone in postseason play and positively represented the University of Utah during a strong year of athletics in 2024.
By John Leone, Sports Editor June 4, 2025

  The University of Utah has a prestigious athletics history with a strong supporting fan base. Despite a down year for the football and men’s basketball teams, the Utes showed out when it came...