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⛓️Provo News: Arrests Made in 12-Year-Old's Death, Weylin Lapuaho Ranked #30 in 60.

Issue#116

July 20, 2024


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Arrests Made in 12-Year-Old's Death in West Haven

Three family members in West Haven, Utah, have been arrested for the abuse and death of 12-year-old Gavin Peterson. Shane Peterson, Nichole Scott, and Tyler Peterson are accused of causing Gavin's death through severe malnutrition and prolonged abuse. Authorities found Gavin emaciated and unresponsive on July 9, noting he had been ill for days without medical attention. Evidence, including text messages and surveillance footage, revealed Gavin was regularly deprived of food and physically harmed. A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to support funeral services and therapy for Gavin's siblings, who also suffered abuse.

National News

CDC Warns of Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meat

The CDC has issued a warning about a listeria outbreak linked to deli meat, affecting 28 people across 12 states, with two deaths reported in Illinois and New Jersey. Most cases are in New York and Maryland. The CDC, alongside the USDA-FSIS, is investigating the outbreak, noting that many patients consumed meats sliced at deli counters. Symptoms of listeriosis can range from mild to severe, and those most at risk include older adults, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. The CDC advises at-risk groups to avoid deli-sliced meats unless heated thoroughly.

International News

Russia's Investment in Patriotic Education

Russia is heavily investing in "patriotic education" to instill nationalistic and imperialist ideologies in its youth, aiming to perpetuate Putinism. In 2024, about 45.85 billion rubles ($520 million) will be allocated for these efforts. State-run youth groups, such as "Movement of the First," have expanded significantly since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Experts believe this will create a highly ideologized, conservative, and anti-Western generation. One notable group, the "Fraternity of the Academics," promotes imperial ideals and is supported by nationalist billionaire Konstantin Malofeyev. This fraternity is present in almost every major Russian university, though the Kremlin keeps a cautious distance due to its radical views.

College Sports

Weylin Lapuaho Ranked #30 in 60 in 60 Countdown

Weylin Lapuaho, a junior offensive lineman for BYU, has been ranked #30 in Hans & Scotty's 60 in 60 countdown for the 2024 college football season. Lapuaho, who transferred from Utah State, is recognized for his significant impact on the field, including starting 10 games for BYU in 2023 and earning a spot on the Phil Steele Preseason All-Big 12 Fourth Team. His performance at Utah State as a freshman, where he did not allow a single sack, highlights his potential and importance to the Cougars' offensive line.

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