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Significant reductions in deaths from two of Scotland’s biggest killers

Targets for heart problems and strokes were both met

DEATHS from heart disease and stroke in Scotland have fallen significantly during the past 15 years, according to figures published today.

Annual heart disease statistics show that the mortality rate for under 75s has fallen from 124.6 to 49 per 100,000 between 1995 and 2010, a reduction of 60.7%, exceeding the target of 60%.

.In relation to strokes, the mortality rate for the under 75s fell from 17.2 per to 15.3 per 100,000 between 2009 and 2010 – an annual decrease of almost 11%, with the mortality figures for 1995 to 2010 showing a 59% reduction, compared to a target of 50%.

Minister for Public Health, Michael Matheson, said: “It is a fantastic achievement that NHS Scotland has met its targets in reducing the number of premature deaths from stroke and heart disease.

“Between 1995 and 2010, not only have we exceeded the stroke target with a 59% cut in deaths from stroke among under 75s, we’ve also seen a 60.7% reduction – against a 60% target – in early mortality rates from coronary heart disease.”

“For too long, heart disease and stroke have played their part in the premature death of too many Scots – a toll which has weighed heavy on this nation and the families whose lives have been affected.

“However, these figures show that the tide is turning, that we’ve managed to cut mortality rates in the most deprived areas faster than anywhere else, that we have narrowed the gap between ourselves and the rest of Europe and that our strategy for tackling heart disease and stroke is delivering real results for NHS Scotland and the people ofScotland.

“There is however more to do. Future improvements will largely depend on people’s lifestyles – eating better, being more active, stopping smoking and drinking sensibly. We are taking firm action in all these areas to support people to live healthier lives.

“I finally want to pay tribute to the hard work and dedication of NHS staff who have helped us achieve these significant improvements to date and look forward to working with them to build on these achievements for the future.”


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Remember the feeling when you couldn’t stop reading a book? Now your patrons can experience those same feelings every day,
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    Macroevolution is supported by science in that dinosaurs, as a whole, evolved into birds at roughly the same time. Microevolution states different species of dinosaurs because different species of feathered birds, yet this evolutionary process occurred at the same time with all dinosaurs. The same can be said of humans--apes turned into different human species at roughly the same time, it's just that there were different hominid species such as Homo sapiens, Neanderthals and more.

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Six local athletes from the Upper Iowa Conference were named to the all-conference list, released earlier in the week.
Three girls  from South Winn and three from Turkey Valley were recognized by the  Upper Iowa Conference coaches.
Big two South Winn’s
Payton Poshusta and Turkey Valley’s Chloe Reicks were both named first team. Poshusta, a junior, was chosen as  honorable mention a year ago while Reicks, a senior, is recognized for the first time.
Poshusta led her team with 11.8 points per game, hitting 39.7 percent of her shots from the field and 32.9 percent from behind the line. She also led the way in rebounds with 117 total, 21 offensive and 96 defensive. She averaged 5.9 a contest. In addition, Poshusta had 54 assists and made 60 steals.
C. Reicks hit 36.2 percent of her shots from the floor, averaging 7.4 points per game. She pulled down 77 total rebounds, with 29 offensive and 48 defensive for 3.3 rebounds per game. She also contributed 24 assists and 34 steals, along with eight blocks.

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South Winn senior Micole Lansing and Turkey Valley freshman Shelby Reicks were recognized on the second team list. Lansing was named honorable mention in 2013.
During her senior campaign, Lansing averaged 8.4 points per game. She shot 34.2 percent from the field and 37.1 percent from three-point land. She pulled down 53 total rebounds, averaging 2.7 a game. She led the team in assists with 99 and in steals with 69.
As a freshman, S. Reicks scored 8.1 points per game, leading the team. She hit 34.8 percent from the floor. She also led the team in assists with 69 and steals with 66, along with eight blocks. She recorded 31 rebounds (1.6 a game).

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Broccoli and Chinese leaf curry in a miso base

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Broccoli and Chinese leaf curry in a miso base

Broccoli and Chinese leaf curry in a miso base

Broccoli and Chinese leaf curry in a miso base

It’s only now that I can see chapters in my life. As ceaseless as each one may feel, they do. I wasn’t there on the day of my father’s bypass because I had an exam the next day and I didn’t cry at my wedding, not even a damp eye. I cried the entire day at work when I failed the first and only (postgraduate) exam of my life. There was a time when I would curl my eyelashes post clear mascara every day and have regular facials. At a point in my life all I could see was the next level up. I wasn’t sure if I would cry at the birth of my child. Look at me now.

In the same way, not every curry needs to have a tomato base…or a coconut one. Mellow it out now and again with some umami. Earthy. I’m not sure I like that word much. Anyway, I put this curry together very quickly because Chinese leaf and broccoli need barely any time at all and the japanese miso is soothingly easy to eat as well as prepare. A healthy and light bite in the broccoli and some gentle spices…aah.
If you like miso, head over to my friend Kellie’s site where you will find some fabulously creative and definitely delicious concoctions that will leave you glowing with health. One of my favourite of her miso-inclusive recipes is her Honey-miso roasted broccoli and wholegrains salad

Broccoli and Chinese leaf curry in a miso base

200g broccoli, cut into medium sized florets
1 tsp. soy bean paste
1 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. amchur powder
500ml warm water
1 tsp. cumin seeds
2 kaffir lime leaves
2-3 green chillies slit open
½ tsp. turmeric powder
1/3 tsp. garam masala
200g Chinese leaf, shredded
3 cloves garlic
1 tsp. minced ginger
One medium onion, thinly sliced
1 tsp. coriander powder
Salt to taste
1 tbsp. corn flour
2 tbsp. cooking oil
1. Heat the oil in a pan and add the cumin seeds, turmeric and chillies. Allow the seeds to sizzle before stirring in the onions and garlic.
2. Mix the corn flour with the warm water.
3. Sauté the onions and add the amchur powder and coriander powder, cook until the onions soften before adding the broccoli and water.
4. Stir in the soy bean paste, soy sauce, and kaffir lime leaves and ginger before bringing the base to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes before mixing in the Chinese leaf and then cook for a further 2-3 minutes.

16 Responses to “Broccoli and Chinese leaf curry in a miso base”

  1. Katie @ Whole Nourishment May 7, 2014 at 6:21 am #

    The broccoli, Chinese cabbage, and miso combo looks amazing here. I like your idea of the miso base as a change-up from the usual coconut or tomato base.

    • Deena Kakaya May 8, 2014 at 11:47 am #

      Thanks Katie, changes are refreshing aren’t they x

  2. Sophie33 May 7, 2014 at 7:13 am #

    This sounds like a very interesting recipe for me! I have used miso a couple of times but still I don’t really love it! I will try to change my mind by making this cool recipe! 😉 x

    • Deena Kakaya May 7, 2014 at 7:48 am #

      Hi Sophie, so glad that you like this one. Miso is mellow and light isn’t it, perfect for daya post indulgence! X

  3. Anita Menon May 7, 2014 at 8:46 am #

    Life’s so different after a child pops into our lives. I always tell people, that i view my life in halves – before her and after her. The curry looks really delicious

    • Deena Kakaya May 7, 2014 at 9:25 am #

      Good way of looking at it Anita. You always say the loveliest things. Thank you x

  4. lushly May 8, 2014 at 10:51 am #

    Amazing recipe. I never would have thought of using miso in this way.

    • Deena Kakaya May 8, 2014 at 11:38 am #

      Me neither, but it really worked well. Thank you for your kind words x

  5. Joanne May 8, 2014 at 11:52 am #

    I love how you went all non-traditional on this curry!

    • Deena Kakaya May 8, 2014 at 12:58 pm #

      I do like the traditional recipes too, but there’s a whole new works out there x

  6. kellie anderson May 8, 2014 at 12:43 pm #

    We are always growing and changing. My daughter said to me today that she was proud of me for not staying still, for always looking for new things to learn and do (despite my advanced age!). It sounds like you epitomise what she was saying. It is good to roll with changes and accept them and you for what they and you are. Thanks for the mention too 😉

    • Deena Kakaya May 8, 2014 at 1:07 pm #

      Kellie you must have swelled inside at listening to your daughters words (maybe not the advanced age bit!). To be honest, I am full of admiration for you too, but I think that you know that. I smiled and sighed when I read that perhaps I epitomise the acceptance of change…I’m trying, I’m coaching myself every day. Xxx

  7. Tina @ The Spicy Pear May 8, 2014 at 12:57 pm #

    Love asian flavours, especially miso. This soup looks heavenly. I also just noticed your logo looks a bit like ganesh ji – beautiful, just like you and your wonderful blog.

    • Deena Kakaya May 8, 2014 at 1:11 pm #

      Yes it was a deliberate thing with the logo…you are the only person ever to have noticed, or at least commented on it. Huge thank you and hugs xxx

  8. Egginon May 8, 2014 at 6:45 pm #

    Mmmm, this looks great!

    • Deena Kakaya May 8, 2014 at 6:46 pm #

      Oh thank you, the simple things are often the loveliest x

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What the @$#! is wrong with carbon budgets?

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In the coolest titled paper ever “Assessing the apparent imbalance between geochemical and biochemical indicators of meso- and bathypelagic biological activity: What the @$#! is wrong with present calculations of carbon budgets?” with the world’s coolest handling editor, Burd et al tackle one of the major outstanding questions in ocean science.

When carbon arrives to the deep sea, organisms eat it and through a fancy set chemical reactions that I dare not go into use it to grow, reproduce, maintain themselves, and generally carry on their lives.   That fancy set of reactions we all learned in high-school with hard to remember names like oxidative phosphorylation and so and so’s cycle, fall under the general blanket of metabolism.

There should be a balanced equation.  Carbon into the deep equals metabolism by deep-sea organisms.  Easy peezy and we move to the next step in modeling the global carbon cycle. But, and a very big one at that, both studies in the field and global carbon budgets indicates that metabolic activity in the deep exceeds the influx of organic material.  What the @#$% indeed!  Deep-sea animals are consuming more carbon than we can account for.  So are we overestimating the amount they consume or not accounting for some secret magical carbon source?

Burd and colleagues suggest multiple things are throwing off our estimate and by accounting for them we might be able to reconcile the equation.

First, we don’t know $#!^ about deep-sea the metabolic activity of deep-sea animals.  Well we know a little.  But we don’t really have a handle on how they vary in time, across the deep ocean, across different animals, or even when deep-sea animals are happy or sad.

Second, we know @$#!’n little about how the food web of the deep-sea works.  How is carbon transfered from organism to organism?

Third, we don’t know $#!^ about the biodiversity and carbon cycling through the pelagic zone.

And last, we know @$#!-all about all the ways carbon gets to the seafloor from the ocean’s surface.  We quantify in sediment traps the amount that of carbon arriving vertically but any slow sinking particles, sporadic large carbon sources (i.e. dead whales), or carbon coming in sideways (we call this lateral advection) can go @$#! a rolling donut hole.

Burd, A., Hansell, D., Steinberg, D., Anderson, T., Arístegui, J., Baltar, F., Beaupré, S., Buesseler, K., DeHairs, F., & Jackson, G. (2010). Assessing the apparent imbalance between geochemical and biochemical indicators of meso- and bathypelagic biological activity: What the @$♯! is wrong with present calculations of carbon budgets? Deep Sea Research Part II: Topical Studies in Oceanography DOI: 10.1016/j.dsr2.2010.02.022

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  1. $#&@!!! BEST PAPER TITLE EVAH. We’re really bad about quantifying rare, large events – who the $%&# knows when the *#&$*@@#$#@#* salps or the *#&$*@@#$#@#* diatoms are going to have a *#&$*@@#$#@#* bloom?

  2. Does research blogging have a “bad language” tab? Seems like a must for today’s scientist!

  3. All part of why deep sea ecology/biology is so @$!#%& fascinating – so many big questions and so many challenges!

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The launch, the site of which was not disclosed, was made from a mobile launcher according to media reports.

Babur, which has a range of 700 km (420 miles) can hit precision targets and employs stealth technology according to local media reports. The weapon was inducted into the Pakistani arsenal in 2010 and has only been tested a handful of times since then, according to defense website.

Pakistan’s air force tested its air-launched Ra’ad (Hatf 8) missile on May 31. Pakistan’s strategic cruise missile arsenal will consist entirely of Babur and Ra’ad missiles in the near future.


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Sometimes you need to be Sherlock Holmes to figure out why you received a medical bill.

Here's the scenario: Patient sees Provider A in Large Health System for problem covered by workers' comp. Patients primary care doc also is in Large Health System. Large Health System uses electronic medical records, so Patient's medical info is everywhere in that system at the click of a mouse.

Patient has several services performed at that visit. All but one is by Provider A. The X-ray that Provider A wants is read by Provider B, who is part of Large Health System but not in that office.

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When this shows up on Patient's explanation of benefits, it generates numerous phone calls to Large Healthy System and private insurer. Finally, Patient is able to explain the mishap and how it happened.

This episode illustrates a couple of problems. One, electronic medical records can cause confusion when they are supposed to streamline the process. Two, generating a charge for everything done at a visit (fee-for-service) can complicate matters.

Had this visit been paid for under some sort of bundled payment (one fee for everything done to take care of the problem), Providers A and B would not have generated separate bills and private insurance would not be involved. Solving the EMR problem is different from solving the fee-for-service problem.

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Police were called to a newsagent on Station Road just before 7pm on Wednesday, January 22 after a man entered the store and allegedly threatened staff with an imitation gun.

A shop worker suffered a shoulder injury during the incident.

Vincent Morris, 30, of no fixed abode, was arrested on Thursday, January 23 and has been charged with attempted robbery, assault, possession of an imitation firearm with intent to commit a serious offence and possessing a bladed article in a public place.

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Dereham Town’s hopes of progressing in the FA Trophy were ended by fellow Ryman North Division side Brightlingsea Regent.

On a hard playing surface they came close twice in the early stages; home defender Josh Gould was fortunate not to head Adam Smith’s free-kick into his own net, then from another quality Smith free-kick Jake Anema headed inches over the top.

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David Archuleta the guest star at Mormon Tabernacle Choir Christmas concert

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  • boiseblue Eagle, ID
    Oct. 9, 2010 9:48 a.m.

    All you complainers about the MOT having David as their guest this hear....why don't you give him a chance. You have him hung and out to dry before he even gets on stage. After the performance and he is wildly successful I am sure you won't have the fortitude to get back on this blog and say..."I was wrong. He gave a wonderful performance". I for one having been trying for 5 years to get tickets and they seem to go to all you Utah people that complain about the parking, standing in lines etc. You should all be ashamed of yourselves! But....I am not going to give up. I will try again this year....for sure.

  • Ganbatte Alpine, Utah
    Oct. 8, 2010 1:05 p.m.

    I can give you my perspective.

    I'm 50+, male, and my family has had some close interaction with David.

    I am impressed and touched by David's maturity, purity, big heart, and talent. His Christmas CD is incredible. You feel his love for the Savior and his Christmas music inspires faith in Jesus Christ. He is a perfect fit for the objectives of Christmas Concert.

    He is a man of integrity. The entertainment industry can have a very detrimental spiritual effect on performers, but he has stayed close to the Lord.

    Look at the content of his recently released CD. It is uplifting and interests a broad range of listeners. Just listen to it. My favorite song is "Complain" (a message of don't complain about your circumstances). I have the CD on my iPad.

    My family members have been with him away from the public eye. He is the real deal.

    He has, is, and will have a great impact on the Missionary effort of this Great Work. His selection to Host the Christmas Concert is no accident.

    May God continue to bless David A. and all of you.

  • Gmax4 Northfield, MN
    Oct. 8, 2010 10:26 a.m.

    What wonderful news!! David will be fantastic.! I am so excite for this opportunity for him. His presence will spread love! People will come from all around the country, and beyond to see David. His fanbase comprises all ages. I am from a faraway state and am going to try to come. He is in a class all by himself. The emotion that he will bring to this performance will be astounding. His Christmas concerts during tour last year were unbelievable! His voice and heart are uniquely beautiful, and they are always working together to bring joy and happiness to others. David is on his mission.
    He has changed thousands of hearts and lives by his inspiration and example. Many of his fans have become Mormons because of David. Others have been changing their lives for the better. It is not because of anything he has said about the religion, but because of how he leads his life. I would hope that those who have posted such harsh comments really take the time to listen to this talented young singer, songwriter, and person. It will brighten your day and your life. He is an inspiration for all ages.

  • AlexGomez2 Lindon, UT
    Oct. 8, 2010 9:58 a.m.

    What a great piece of news! David Archuleta coming back to Utah in a triumphant way. As a Young Men's President I love to see young LDS people like David, continue to be a great example. I don't know if he'll be able to serve a regular full-time mission (I wish he would because I KNOW nothing compares to the experience) but he's nonetheless fulfilling a mission by demonstrating that you can be successful without compromising your principles. Thanks to the MoTab for such a fine selection. I'm no teen but I love David and I'll be on autodial trying to get as many tickets as I can. I'd love to take every one of my Young Men and Young Woman organization from my ward. Thank you Mr. Mac and brother M. Wilberg!

  • violet4ever Downingtown, PA
    Oct. 8, 2010 9:54 a.m.

    I'm very happy for David. This is a huge honor. David released a beautiful Christmas album last year and also had a great pop/Christmas concert tour with a small orchestra and choir.

  • bribri Holladay, UT
    Oct. 8, 2010 6:56 a.m.

    IT'S wonderful ! In France we love him .

  • radio_lover Toronto, Ontario
    Oct. 8, 2010 6:15 a.m.

    I wonder if he will also be invited to the Christmas broadcast of "Music and the Spoken Word".

  • snowbound Syracuse, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 10:42 p.m.

    Can I remind you that are critical of this years guest artist that this is a gift to the community. It's not like you've ever had to pay for any of the tickets. Sounds like some are a little ungrateful for this annual event and are taking it for granted that the Tabernacle Choir, who pays to bring the artists in for your enjoyment, somehow should consult you on their decision. Be grateful for this annual treasure and stop whineing.

  • sisucas San Bernardino, CA
    Oct. 7, 2010 10:20 p.m.

    Lame. Looks I'll forego my usual habit of picking up each year's Christmas CD.

  • Utah Dem Ogden, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 9:18 p.m.

    rhed - they are not rude comments they are our opinions of his selection to perform with the MoTab at the Christmas concert. I don't happen to agree that he is a great talent and I am entitled to that opinion. Apparently, you like him, good for you.

    Next subject...

  • rhed31 Draper, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 7:29 p.m.

    Can't believe some of the rude comments I've read. It makes me ashamed to be from Utah. David will be great. I went to his Christmas concert last year and it was fantastic. He's also recorded a PBS Christmas special with Orla Fallon this year.

  • Dutchman Murray, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 6:03 p.m.

    I attended the Natalie Cole concert last year. Natalie was good but let me tell you folks, David will out perform her ten times and knock your socks off. David should have won American Idol hands down but unfortunately there was an anti Mormon bias against him in the final vote. Critics who cover the show were calling him a goody goody and too cute. They wanted someone with more "edge". Well, David has been a huge commercial success ever since.

  • elton1111 Oak Hills, CA
    Oct. 7, 2010 5:12 p.m.

    I think it was a missed opportunity to not get Andrea Bocelli, who is a good match for the choir-- see the Lord's Prayer that he already did with them.

  • emck Albany, OR
    Oct. 7, 2010 4:44 p.m.

    Times are tough, people. We're in a recession. If David Archuleta is all the church can afford to bring in, then so be it. Better times surely lie ahead for future concerts.

  • JohnJacobJingleHeimerSchmidt Beverly Hills, CA
    Oct. 7, 2010 4:40 p.m.

    If the guy wants to go on a mission, leave that decision for him and his family and God. Sheesh.

  • Big John Genola, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 4:14 p.m.

    Let's see. Just looking at the singers: Natalie Cole, Brian Stokes Mitchell, King's Singers, Sissel, Renee Fleming, Audra McDonald, Frederica von Stade, Bryn Terfel, Angela Lansbury, Gladys Knight, and . . .

    David Archuleta.

    "One of these things is not like the other . . ."

    Maybe PBS has decided not to broadcast the show and the choir has signed a contract with Nickelodeon?

  • mac_the_knife Cedar Hills, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 4:13 p.m.

    ....plus, to all those that think he's a "reject" or "also-ran" from American Idol: he is one of the most commercially successful runners-up on the show. His debut album outsold last seasons' winner and highly promoted runner-up, Kris Allen and Adam Lambert. He also has outsold recent winner Taylor Hicks and is in line to be the most successful runner-up outside of Clay Aiken. Not many artists in today's digital age can claim gold status for their first album, and platinum status for their first single... but he did both.

  • mac_the_knife Cedar Hills, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 4:06 p.m.

    @M&M's... Archuleta has been performing for years. You don't have to be over 40 to be an "incredible, professional, seasoned" performer. Have you seen him perform live? No Auto-Tune necessary. How about his performance of "Imagine" on A.I. Still, to this day, the judges admit as one of the best performances on the show... ever. Mack Wilberg wouldn't agree to just any guest artist unless he feels he/she wouldn't do justice to the material. I trust his taste, and am looking forward to another amazing artistic achievement. Plus, how nice is it that the concert this year will feature a native of the state (who is also LDS)? While I've loved the guest artists in the past that have come from all around the globe, I like that the concert will feature someone from our home state this year. Finally, his Christmas album from last year is sensational, and includes some creatively challenging lesser-known tunes that he, frankly, hits out of the park. I think its a great announcement - and am looking forward to going (if we get tickets).

  • kiaoraguy Provo, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 3:54 p.m.

    It seems I share the same concern that many on this site are showing- David doesn't quite seem to have the Gravitas that others have had in the past- can't quite picture the PBS show next year being as big a draw- still, Pres. Monson probably approved the choice and Mack Wilberg always surprises so we shall see...

  • Dutchman Murray, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 3:46 p.m.

    Thank you Deseret News for correctly describing David as the runner up on American Idol. Your competition, The Tribune, described him as an "also ran". David is no "also ran". For all you whiners about wanting a professional, David is a professional. As Paula Abdul said many times on American Idol, "David, you can sing the telephone book!" I have attended every MoTab Christmas Concert and they are beautifully produced and David fits into the variety of the various artists over the years. Why would you want to have an opera or broadway performer every year? I am sure that PBS will be excited about this also because it will be recorded and played on PBS stations nationally next Christmas season.

  • On the other hand Spanish Fork, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 3:40 p.m.

    @M&Ms, Archuleta doesn't need Auto-Tune. He's the real deal. I think inviting him to sing with the Tabernacle Choir is a great idea, and I'm sure the concert will be good.

    I'd like to see him serve a mission, too.

  • TallGuy1970 Syracuse, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 3:39 p.m.

    I hope security is ready for all the teen-aged girls to rush the stage! :-)

  • Kyle loves BYU/Jazz Provo, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 3:39 p.m.

    I apologize for saying he should have gone on a mission. I think Jake Heaps should go on one too. I just happen to think every worthy able male member should go on one. That's no excuse for me being judgmental. I'm not his bishop. Besides, we all know plenty of young men go on missions and don't become missionaries and there are plenty of good people who didn't go on missions.

    That being said how do you know he is "loving and nonjudgement"? You saw him on American Idol and like his albums???? I just get sick of delirious fans and American Idol in general. Maybe teenagers will start appreciating Motab! Who knows.

  • JohnJacobJingleHeimerSchmidt Beverly Hills, CA
    Oct. 7, 2010 3:28 p.m.

    Will someone trade me a ticket to see David for my BYU Football tickets?

  • washcomom Beaverton, OR
    Oct. 7, 2010 2:50 p.m.

    Good for him - and the Choir! That gets the next generation exposed to the wonderful music with someone being the liaison. I'm all for it!

  • Coach Biff Lehi, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 2:36 p.m.

    Amen, Burghmom

  • M&Ms Salt Lake City, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 2:21 p.m.

    Wow, this is the worst news I've heard all day. Well, at least I won't have to stress about the ticket lottery this year. Tacoholic, I agree with you. Past Christmas concerts have brought in incredible, professional, seasoned performers. I'm embarrassed that their spotlight now has to be shared with an American Idol reject. While thousands of teen girls will be clamoring for seats, I think many mature people will be staying as far away as they can. For those of you gushing about his albums... it's called Auto-Tune. And for those of you acting like you know him personally (cough-Burghmom-cough) and know what kind of person he is, you really don't. Sorry. Better luck next year, MoTabs!

  • graficoartista Orem, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 2:06 p.m.

    Really excited about this. If the people in this list are not excited, would you please put your name in for tickets anyway and just give them to me. Thanks

  • Burghmom Pleasant Grove, Utah
    Oct. 7, 2010 1:38 p.m.

    One more thing. David is one of the most loving and nonjudgmental people I have ever seen and not just for his young age. You would learn a lot by following his actions.

  • Burghmom Pleasant Grove, Utah
    Oct. 7, 2010 1:36 p.m.

    David is an amazing singer and an amazing person. He put out a wonderful Christmas album last year that was filled mostly with traditional carols. I am fine with those who underestimate and misunderstand David. It might allow me and my family, who admire him, to get tickets. He is an inspiration to so many and IS serving a different kind of mission If you had followed him, you would realize how many people he has influenced in a positive way.

  • Tacoholic Farmington, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 1:35 p.m.

    Archuletta has a great voice and all but this is a step down isn't it?

  • Kyle loves BYU/Jazz Provo, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 1:14 p.m.

    Ugh. I won't be disappointed if I don't get tickets this year, but it seems like I'm one of the lucky ones that does so maybe I'll just have to give them all away to family.

    I am one of those judgemental people that thinks he should go on a mission, but thats not the reason I don't want to hear him sing. I just don't like his music.

  • Utah Dem Ogden, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 1:13 p.m.

    cerana - don't worry it is always a full house. But I have to state that these are tickets I will NOT be clamoring to get.

  • cerana Littleton, CO
    Oct. 7, 2010 12:57 p.m.

    Seriously, Alterego? That is a perfect stage for David Archuleta. The guy can sing and bring the emotions approriate to the event. I would suggest to you that you listen to David's songs especially the serious ones. You will be moved. And your comment about the 10-14 demographics is ridiculous. David has more mature fans than what you think. Don't underestimate us. How rude of you to say that.

  • Alterego Ogden, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 12:46 p.m.

    Not too excited about this announcement. I would have been more excited to see someone with more classical training and/or more broadway experience perform...but I probably won't be selected for tickets anyway.

    Is this an attempt to increase interest among the 10-14 year-old demographic?

  • HavartiWhiz Cedar City, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 12:46 p.m.

    So can I request the free tickets and then scalp them to screaming teenage girls?

  • raybies Layton, UT
    Oct. 7, 2010 12:41 p.m.

    Les Mis has launched a lot of musical interest. It should be fun to see if the choir and David can blend singing styles for Christmas. Should be quite popular.

  • LuVePacifica WestValley, Utah
    Oct. 7, 2010 12:34 p.m.

    congratulations on your singing - movie adventures

  • cerana Littleton, CO
    Oct. 7, 2010 12:34 p.m.

    WOW! I am speechless. This is going to be difficult getting tickets.


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BYU basketball: Cougars setting sights on No. 2-ranked Gonzaga

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  • Two For Flinching Salt Lake City, UT
    Feb. 28, 2013 7:53 p.m.

    @ Riddles

    Are you seriously trying to mock Utah for not being ranked #2? Fail.

  • Riddles in the Dark Olympus Cove, Utah
    Feb. 28, 2013 1:45 p.m.

    "Word is there are now more than 70 tents filled with BYU students waiting in line at the Marriott Center for tonight's game against #2 Gonzaga"

    I wonder if there are any Utah fans monitoring this blog who can tell us how many students are lined up at Haas Pavilion for tonight's game against Utah?

  • HighlandsHome Highland, Utah
    Feb. 28, 2013 12:41 p.m.

    Any chance we could get the BYU commits from Lone Peak to play in this game? Then we might have a chance.

  • TrueBlue Orem, UT
    Feb. 28, 2013 11:18 a.m.

    Word is there are now more than 70 tents filled with BYU students waiting in line at the Marriott Center for tonight's game against #2 Gonzaga - based on past experience, you can figure at least 10 students per tent when the tents come down and the line forms before the doors are opened.

    The excitement is starting to build for a rocking Marriott Center crowd.

    Go Cougs!

  • fireonthemtn Reno, NV
    Feb. 28, 2013 11:16 a.m.

    I'm looking forward to the Olynyk/Davies matchup, only to be surpassed by the spasmodic outbursts of fouls, turnovers and poor shot selection by Carlino...

  • royalblue Alpine, UT
    Feb. 28, 2013 10:17 a.m.

    The Zags have one of their best teams ever and BYU is in a bit of a re-building season, but I'm still looking forward to a great game. Tonight is the WCC's time to shine in the national spotlight.

    Even our friends from the hill are more intrigued by BYU hosting the #2 Zags, than their own game against another team on the west coast.

  • Rockwell Baltimore, MD
    Feb. 28, 2013 9:22 a.m.

    BYU has a large alumni association in the DC Metro area. In fact, a recent survey of fans showed that BYU is in the top 20 most popular teams in Washington, D.C.

  • cush81 Fairfax, VA
    Feb. 28, 2013 9:01 a.m.

    Nice to see there's at least one other person who will be burning the midnight oil for tonight's game.

    When I moved here, I was surprised with how many Gonzaga Alum live out here. Considering the difference in school size, I can only imagine how many Cougs call DC home

  • deductive reasoning Arlington, VA
    Feb. 28, 2013 9:02 a.m.

    As a BYU fan, I'd love to see BYU pull off the upset tonight, but in the overall scheme, it could be in BYU's best long term advantage for the WCC to have the #1-ranked team heading into the NCAA tournament as a #1 seed and making a deep run in the Big Dance.

    Either way, the Marriott Center will be rocking tonight, and BYU is certainly capable of pulling the upset if they get hot from the outside and their big three all have great games.

  • Rockwell Baltimore, MD
    Feb. 28, 2013 8:55 a.m.

    It's nice to see a Zags fan checking in. Should be a fun game tonight.

    Go Cougs!

  • Spokane Ute Spokane, WA
    Feb. 28, 2013 8:42 a.m.

    Great post and spot on! Amen Bro!

    GO ZAGS!

  • cush81 Fairfax, VA
    Feb. 28, 2013 8:17 a.m.

    As a Zag alum and fan, this game does scare me. Personally, I think it's harder to play in the small barns like at SMC then the big ones, but the truth is that Gonzaga hasn't won yet at the Marriott Center, and they played horribly there last year. If they lose tonight, the place will probably be in their heads. Gonzaga has played amazing basketball 3 of their last 4 games, so I think they should win tonight. But I've been around long enough to know that road games in the WCC don't come easy, no matter how inferior the opponent may seem. If this is a blowout, I will be surprised. I have a lot of respect for BYU and their program. I hope they stick around in the conference, because it's fun to have another solid program on the schedule

  • cush81 Fairfax, VA
    Feb. 28, 2013 8:15 a.m.

    Striker, I do think BYU is better than USF and USD. However, there are 2 advantages those teams had over BYU. Gonzaga had lost 3 straight in San Francisco, so that place was in the head of the Zags. The difference this year was when it seemed like everything started going USF's way, Gonzaga kept their heads down and played their game. In the end, the game wasn't as close as the score might indicate. As for San Diego, if there's a coach out there who knows Gonzaga, it's Bill Grier. He was Few's right hand man for years before taking that job. He knows all of Few's moves, it's just whether or not he can stop Few's superior talent on the floor

  • Spokane Ute Spokane, WA
    Feb. 28, 2013 8:02 a.m.

    Gonzaga would win the PAC 12 and it wouldn't even be that close. They may lose a game, or possibly two, but they are a lot better then Arizona, Oregon or UCLA.

  • Rockwell Baltimore, MD
    Feb. 28, 2013 7:55 a.m.

    In RPI, Utah is ranked #175, BEHIND

    #10 Gonzaga
    #45 Saint Mary's
    #59 BYU
    #92 Santa Clara
    #161 San Francisco
    #169 San Diego

    The Utes would be in the bottom one-third of the WCC, ahead of

    #199 Pepperdine
    #224 Portland
    #247 LMU

    In the state, the Utes are also way behind

    #103 Utah State
    #106 Weber State

    Lets also not forget that the Utes LOST to

    #187 OSU
    #192 WSU
    #220 SMU
    #223 CSN
    #284 Sac St

    More than half of Utah's paltry NINE Div 1 wins came against RPI 150+ teams

    #166 Wright St
    #220 SMU
    #271 Cent Mich
    #290 Texas St
    #339 Idaho St

    The truth is,

    Utah's bad losses far out weigh Utah's good wins, which is reflected in Utah's #175 ranking.

    Utah would be a bottom dweller in the WCC, just like they are in the PAC 10.2.

  • Two For Flinching Salt Lake City, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 7:00 p.m.

    @ moderateinmagna

    Utah is ranked 137, ahead of five WC teams. Utah is bad, but it would still be in the top half of the WCC. Also Gonzaga is good, but they are far from invincible. In fact they already played Washington State and managed to win by a whole two points. I doubt the Zags would be able to navigate a full PAC-12 schedule without taking a couple losses. Lastly, in Utah's previous three games the Utes beat a team ranked in the top 100 (something BYU has not done), lost to a top 10 team by four, and lost to a top 50 team by 10 on the road. There is no need for hyperbole.

  • agb Layton, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 6:57 p.m.

    Chris B:

    Most come from ahead losses: Utah

    Six losing seasons in 8 years: Utah

    Team most likely to have as many transfers as wins: Utah

    Most embarrassing loss: Utah

    The future of basketball in Utah looks pretty bleak for: Utah.

  • killarney Lincoln Park, IL
    Feb. 27, 2013 5:07 p.m.

    Frankly, Chris B should be embarrassed for even trying to compare that pathetic train wreck on the hill to BYU.

    BYU leads the overall series 129-125, has won 7 straight, and 11 of the last 12

    Average score last 12 games, BYU 74 Utah 62, including three straight 20-point blowouts at the HC

    During the Dave Rose era

    BYU 205-63 (77%) 8 straight 20+ win seasons, 6 NCAA tournaments, 4 conference championships
    Utah 112-134 (46%) 6 losing seasons, 1 NCAA tournament, 1 conference championship

    2013 RPI Rankings/Records

    #60 BYU (20-9)
    #175 Utah (11-15)

  • moderateinmagna MAGNA, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 4:52 p.m.

    well chris b your Utes would lose to every team in the WCC but they would lose by 200 points to Gonzaga, so your point is moot ,your hate and envy is showing, Gonzaga would trounce every team in your precious pac10,2 by more than 20 points The way your Utes are playing right now they would have a hard time beating the Ute womens team.

  • CougFaninTX Frisco, TX
    Feb. 27, 2013 3:12 p.m.

    Chris - U forgot a couple.

    Most losses - Utah

    Lowest ranked in their conference - Utah

    No post season play for football, basketball or baseball - Utah

    Three of top four top players leaving basketball team after this year - Utah

    No marquee players in the pipeline - Utah

    But U are not alone in this last one -
    Teams in Utah who lost to BYU - Utes, Aggies, Wildcats

    There is so much more to be proud of that U forgot to mention.

  • BlueCoug Orem, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 3:06 p.m.

    "If BYU hadn't been upset by Long Beach St 95-90 in OT in the Sub-Regional held in Pocatello, after leading by 20 at the half, BYU's Kresimir Cosic might have faced UCLA's Bill Walton in the Marriott Center in the Elite Eight."

    I attended every game and BYU's 95-90 overtime loss to Long Beach St was the most exciting game played in the West Region in 1972. Both teams were ranked in the Top 10. Ironically, the 49ers' exciting win over BYU was later expunged along with all of their other games from their 1971, 1972, and 1973 NCAA tournament appearances because of NCAA violations - Jerry Tarkanian was 49ers' coach.

    Weber State destroyed #12 Hawaii 91-64
    #6 Long Beach St stomped San Francisco 75-55
    #1 UCLA annihilated Weber State 90-58
    #1 UCLA handled #6 Long Beach St 73-57

  • BlueNtheFace Rancho Cucamonga, CA
    Feb. 27, 2013 2:38 p.m.

    The only thing the Utes have on BYU is conference affiliation. We landed our non-football sports in the WCC, a few steps down from the PAC-12. But at least we're not the pond scum of the conference. Congrats Utes! Be proud.

  • trueblueBYU Provo, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 1:54 p.m.

    It is astounding to me that Utah fans would come on a basketball story and make derogatory comments about a team that is so much better than theirs. I would pretty much stay undercover if my team had been as poor as their's these past few years (this year included). BYU has not been up to their usual caliber this year but Utah has consistently been terrible.

  • agarrett PROVO, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 1:50 p.m.

    Most embarrassing loss: UTAH (Sacramento State)

    Least-loyal fans: UTAH

    Conference Doormat: UTAH

    11-win team: UTAH

    Post-season play: NOT UTAH

  • skywalker Palo Alto, CA
    Feb. 27, 2013 1:35 p.m.

    The best team ever to play in the Marriott Center was the 1971–72 UCLA team of Bill Walton, Henry Bibby, Jamaal Wilkes, Larry Farmer and Greg Lee. In 1972, UCLA won their eighth championship in nine years under head coach John Wooden and had a record of 30–0 while winning its games by an average margin of more than 30 points. That season was also part of UCLA's NCAA record 88-game winning streak.

    In the NCAA West Regional played in the Marriott Center during the first season it opened:

    March 16, 1972, UCLA beat Weber State 90-58 - Sweet 16
    March 18, 1972, UCLA beat Long Beach St 73-58 - Elite 8

    If BYU hadn't been upset by Long Beach St 95-90 in OT in the Sub-Regional held in Pocatello, after leading by 20 at the half, BYU's Kresimir Cosic might have faced UCLA's Bill Walton in the Marriott Center in the Elite Eight.

    Feb. 27, 2013 1:20 p.m.

    Ya gotta love college basketball because the upset is always possible. I can't even remember all of the upsets of ranked teams this year so if BYU plays a great game and Gonzaga doesn't it is possible BYU will win!

  • BlueNtheFace Rancho Cucamonga, CA
    Feb. 27, 2013 1:15 p.m.

    @Chris B

    Scoreboard! (and the rest that I listed) BYU FTW!

  • IDC Boise, ID
    Feb. 27, 2013 1:04 p.m.

    BYU has been playing more aggresively on defense and it has been making a difference. If BYU can play tough D and hit some 3's, they have a chance. Gonzaga is the better team but at home, BYU has a good shot at knocking them off.

  • IRS Agent PROVO, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 12:39 p.m.

    @ Chris B

    Why is it that Utah has the four biggest wins in the state? Because that is all they have? So what you are saying is that everytime Utah gets a win, it is the biggest win in the state? It appears you are a victim of your own delusions?

    Welcome to the BYU message board

  • cal cougar camarillo, CA
    Feb. 27, 2013 12:23 p.m.

    BYU played great against St Mary's. They did not get beat up by them. Had St Mary's shot normal free throw percentages, we would have won. That game gave me more hope for this team than any other game.

    That being said, if BYU will play with that kind of intensity at home with some home cookin' and a few more calls going our way at home, we do have a chance. But more than that, we just need a good showing here and the WCC championships could be attainable.

  • Chris B Salt Lake City, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 12:23 p.m.

    Most top 50 RPI wins: Utah

    Most top 75 RPI wins: Utah

    Most top 100 RPI wins: Utah

    Most top 150 RPI wins: Utah

    Most wins against Tournament teams: Utah

    Best conference: Utah

    Better strength of schedule: Utah

  • BlueNtheFace Rancho Cucamonga, CA
    Feb. 27, 2013 12:09 p.m.

    Best Record: Brigham Young University

    Head-to-head: Brigham Young University, Brigham Young University

    Highest RPI: Brigham Young University

    Above .500: Brigham Young University, Utah St.

    Best fans: Brigham Young University

  • nosaerfoecioveht NSL, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 11:35 a.m.

    Anything can happen in one game, especially at the Marriott Center. I'm not holding my breath, but it's still exciting to have an opportunity to play the #2 team in the country at home. From a Utah fan- good luck to the cougs this week.

  • GO_COUGARS! Provo, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 11:28 a.m.

    We lost because of the refs again.

  • Spokane Ute Spokane, WA
    Feb. 27, 2013 11:31 a.m.

    Mildred is already looking for excuses. Eeh Gads! This Gonzaga team is very talented, and very deep. If BYU shoots the ball well, especailly from 3 pt. range, they have a good chance of pulling off the upset. It seems like the Zags have dropped at least one road game to WCC opponents over the years: usually St. Mary's or San Fran. I really like this year's team though; very good inside: Olynik, Harris, Dower, etc.

  • Mildred in Fillmore Salt Lake City, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 11:06 a.m.

    As long as the referees don't allow the Zags to maul Hawes abd Davies, we have a legitimate shot at beating the Zags at the MC.

  • Christy B Salt Lake City, Utah
    Feb. 27, 2013 11:03 a.m.

    I see that my little sister was once again the first frantic and emotional poster on another BYU blog.

    She's just jealous that while BYU is hosting the #2 team in the country on ESPN2 in front of a packed 20,000+ seat arena, our rundown Utes will be playing Cal in front of a sparse crowd on ESPNU.

  • Striker Omaha, NE
    Feb. 27, 2013 10:51 a.m.

    I'm not convinced San Diego or San Francisco is better than BYU. Both teams took Gonzaga to the wire at their place, but managed to barely win. BYU has a winning record and it's very tough to win at BYU. Only losses came on a last second prayer and rarely-seen on-fire shooting. BYU handled Gonzaga pretty easily last year here, and Gonzaga was the better team. I can see an upset. BYU feeds off the home court and the crowd, and it will be sold out and rockin'. BYU may just very well make headlines Friday morning.

    Feb. 27, 2013 10:22 a.m.

    BYU should get killed. They simply aren't very good this season though this sets up nicely. The pressure is on for Gonzaga to win and assume the No. 1 ranking.

    Also, Gonzaga is not the "best" team who has ever come to the Marriott Center. They might be the highest ranked but, I'd take San Diego St. (two years ago) and Wake Forest at least in recent memory. I'm sure there are others.

  • Ute Zag everett, WA
    Feb. 27, 2013 10:21 a.m.

    As a Ute and a Zag, I wish the Cougs all the luck in the world but I don't think that there is a chance that BYU can win. BYU is to inconsistent to keep pace with the Zags. They also have no answer to the Bigs of the Zags. Sorry Cougs Davies is not a defensive stopper. Good luck!

    Go Zags

    Go Utes

  • TheSportsAuthority Arlington, VA
    Feb. 27, 2013 10:15 a.m.

    I've heard the students have been already been lining up for a couple of day.

    Should be an exciting game, and a win-win situation for BYU.

    A win, and BYU pulls off a huge upset of #2-ranked Gonzaga, the highest ranked team BYU has ever played in the Marriott Center.

    A loss, which would likely pave the way for the WCC to have the #1-ranked team next week.

    Good luck Cougars!

  • Chris B Salt Lake City, UT
    Feb. 27, 2013 10:02 a.m.

    Gonzaga 75
    byu 58

    And still the team with the best win in the state of Utah?

    TEam with second best win in the state?

    Team with third best win in the state?

    Team with fourth best win in the state?

    Rock em Zags!