Good morning, Provo.

A Utah tech entrepreneur said Meta’s national settlement (worth $17.1 billion and including $220 million for Utah) marks a first step in adding new child safety features to Facebook and Instagram.

The deal will require age checks, time limits, and content safeguards as the company prepares further reforms.

Residents in Provo can watch a near-total lunar eclipse tonight when the moon enters Earth’s umbral shadow starting shortly after 8:30 p.m.; the eclipse reaches its peak by 10 p.m. from locations with clear eastern skies.

Elder Garret W. Gong addressed BYU professors at the annual University Conference on Monday, urging them to let students use AI responsibly while doing their own work.

He noted these guidelines will shape curriculum as BYU begins fall semester on Sept. 2 (setting ethical classroom practices).

Meta and Utah reached a settlement on child safety practices, with Meta agreeing to pay $212 million over ten years – the firm will add measures like age checks and daily time limits on Instagram and Facebook.

State officials confirmed the settlement on Wednesday.

Retired BYU Cougarettes coach Jodi Maxfield finished her last chemotherapy treatment at the Huntsman Cancer Institute on Thursday, Aug.

20 and now has no detectable ovarian cancer. She plans to enjoy time with family at Timber Lakes and a trip to England, supported by loved ones+colleagues who cheered her journey.

BYU sports writers say the Cougars' 2026 defense could allow around 17 points per game thanks to returning players and new talent — though safety concerns might push averages to 21 as tough Big 12 opponents test depth and key contributors like linebacker Jake Clifton and receiver Reggie Frischknecht show promise.