Luigi Mangione in orange suit

The UnitedHealthcare situation: Luigi Mangione

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January 19, 2025

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UnitedHealthcare is a large health insurance company, offering insurance plans in all states. Many Americans are not a big fan of UnitedHealthcare because they are not only one of the most expensive health insurance companies in the United States, but they are also notorious for denying claims.  The frustration, while unexpected, lead to a shooting […]

On the left, Nikocado Avocado in 2021. On the right, Nikocado Avocado after losing 250lbs | Photo courtesy of NBC News

Nikocado Avocado: Two Steps Ahead or Two Steps Behind? 

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November 8, 2024

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YouTuber Nikocado Avocado confuses the internet with videos about weight loss transformation and social experiments.   Nicholas Perry, known as Nikocado Avocado, is a popular mukbang YouTuber. Most of his videos consist of him eating unhealthy amounts of food and getting into arguments with either his audience or his supposed ex-boyfriend, Orlin. Though intended to be […]

UVU Student Olivia Ellis next to the Student Demo Kitchen logo in the Student Life and Wellness Center during an event | Photo by Kenna Seegmiller

Food glorious food: Where to get free food at UVU 

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November 8, 2024

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As the semester nears midterms, much stress will be put onto students. During these stressful times, it is important to remember to practice self-care habits and remember to eat.  Food is something everyone loves, especially when it is free. As the semester starts kicking into full swing, sometimes food is not as easily accessible, especially […]

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Wolverine life hacks: things to know as a first-year student 

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September 3, 2024

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photo credit: Isaac Hale, UVU Marketing A new year is among us here at Utah Valley University. Whether a student is beginning their senior year or first-year, there are multiple tips that students should be dying to take advantage of.   Parking Hacks:   After 5 p.m. on weekdays and on Saturdays, booting and towing are […]