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Light Snow Showers Signal Start of Freezing Weekend in Utah

Utah residents should prepare for the coldest weather of the season this weekend, with temperatures plunging across the state. Northern Utah will see light snow showers tapering off by midday, but frigid daytime highs will remain in the 20s and low 30s for valleys, teens for higher elevations, and single digits overnight. Wind chills may drop below zero in valleys and higher terrain, with dangerous conditions persisting into Sunday morning. While temperatures will gradually warm starting Tuesday, they won’t return to seasonal averages until late in the week.

National News

RedNote Gains Popularity as TikTok Faces Looming Ban in the U.S.

As TikTok faces an imminent U.S. ban set for January 19, 2025, the Chinese-owned app RedNote has emerged as a popular alternative, topping app store charts. However, RedNote is also under scrutiny due to its ties to China, with lawmakers suggesting it could face the same restrictions. U.S. legislation targeting foreign-owned apps aims to prevent data privacy risks, potentially requiring RedNote to sell to an American company to avoid being banned. TikTok's ban stems from national security concerns over data privacy, which its owner, ByteDance, denies. If banned, TikTok users could still access the app through VPNs, though without updates, it would lose functionality over time.

International News

Scientists Discover Oxygen Production in the Ocean Without Sunlight

Scientists discovered that metal nodules on the deep seabed can produce oxygen in complete darkness, challenging the traditional belief that oxygen is solely created through photosynthesis in sunlight. This groundbreaking finding could redefine the understanding of potential life-supporting environments on other planets. The research has sparked controversy, particularly with deep-sea mining companies and environmental groups, due to the ecological implications of mining these nodules. To validate their findings, researchers are planning expeditions to the deepest ocean regions, collaborating with NASA to explore extraterrestrial applications of "dark oxygen" and its role in microbial life.

Sports News

Gael Monfils Makes History with Fourth-Round Appearance at Age 38

Gael Monfils, 38, achieved a significant upset at the Australian Open, defeating No. 4 seed Taylor Fritz in four sets to reach the fourth round. Monfils, known for his dynamic playing style, became only the second man aged 38 or older to achieve this milestone since 1988, alongside Roger Federer. Monfils’ victory ended a 12-match losing streak against top-five players in Grand Slams and showcased his resilience and skill with 58 winners and only 34 unforced errors. He will face 22-year-old Ben Shelton next. Other notable performances included wins by younger talents such as Learner Tien and Alex Michelsen, who reached their first Grand Slam fourth rounds, while top-seeded players like Jannik Sinner advanced comfortably. Monfils’ wife, Elina Svitolina, also secured a win, marking a memorable day for the tennis couple.

Events  

January 18th

• Provo Farmers Market - Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM

• Deathpact - Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00 PM

January 19th

• 🏒 St. Louis Blues at Utah Hockey Club - Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:00 AM

• Ari Shaffir - Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 7:00pm

January 20th

• 2025 Utah International Auto Expo - Monday, January 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM

• National Theatre Live: Nye - Monday, January 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM

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