Sora is not yet a household name like ChatGPT, but it comes from the same company, OpenAI, and it is moving quickly into the spotlight. A newly announced partnership with Disney will soon allow fans to create short videos using some of the most recognizable characters in entertainment. First, ...

For decades, retirement planning was built around a simple formula: save enough, invest wisely, and — if all goes well — sail smoothly into your golden years. But today, there’s a growing reality that doesn’t show up on any spreadsheet, Monte Carlo simulation, or Social Security ...

Olivia Favero is enjoying the ride just a little bit more this month. A couple of weeks ago, the Taylor, Utah, native was officially crowned Miss Rodeo America 2026 at the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in Las Vegas. Favero told the Standard-Examiner that the rodeo has long been a part of her and ...

Every couple of years during the Thanksgiving holiday, we have the chance for a little escape and head to south for a little extra sunshine, as our kids head off to the in-laws to get their turkey fix. This year, we were fortunate enough to make the trip in the completely redesigned 2025 ...

When I fell into the dark, I also fell into myself. Nothing is by accident; life happens with intent and purpose. In the end, we are all stuck with ourselves. We must begin with due diligence of intent. Our time would be wasted and disrespectful if we are not honest with ourselves. Purposely ...

Here is a look at many of the events going on in Northern Utah and beyond in the next week: CENTRAL Ogden Dec. 13 Handmade Christmas Market, Golden Spike Event Center, 2-8 p.m. (mainstreetmercantileut.com) Imagine Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker, Peery's Egyptian Theater, 7 p.m. (Dec. ...