Austin Smotherman is a golfer who has spent a decade chasing his dream on smaller tours. He earned a spot on the PGA Tour, lost it, and then fought his way back through the Korn Ferry Tour. In 2025 he won two tournaments in three weeks and returned to the main circuit for 2026. Throughout this rolle
Chief executives today face a maze of challenges that feel heavier than ever. Trade rules from the U. S. administration keep changing, forcing leaders to decide whether and how loudly to respond—especially when those rules touch workers, shoppers and investors. At the same time, artificial intell
Austin has long been a magnet for filmmakers, and the city’s 40‑year journey in cinema is now being celebrated with a fresh visual tribute. The Austin Film Commission (AFC) teamed up with award‑winning actor Sonny Carl Davis, known for “The Whole Shootin’ Match” and “Buck Alamo, ” to create a promot
Charles Victor Thompson, a 55-year-old man from Texas, is set to face the ultimate punishment for a crime committed nearly three decades ago. In April 1998, Thompson shot and killed his ex-girlfriend, Glenda Dennise Hayslip, and her new partner, Darren Keith Cain, at her apartment in Tomball, a Hous
Charleston's downtown is a mix of history and modernity. The streets are lined with old buildings, but they also have around 1, 200 outdated parking meters. The city is considering a change. Mayor William Cogswell wants to move away from these old meters. He suggests using apps or QR codes for parki
Charles Hoskinson, the mastermind behind Cardano, has had a rough ride in the crypto world. Over the past four years, he's seen his investments drop by a staggering $2. 5 billion. But he's quick to point out that it's not the tech that's to blame. He believes it's the government's heavy hand that's
Chief Justice John Roberts wrapped up the Supreme Court's 2025 report with a quote from Calvin Coolidge, the 30th U. S. president. Coolidge, known for his quiet demeanor and conservative fiscal policies, spoke these words in 1926. He was celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Indepe
Austin Reaves, a standout guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, is facing a setback this season. He's been dealing with a strained calf muscle and will be out of action for at least four weeks. This news came out on a recent Friday, and doctors will check on his progress later in January. Reaves has be
Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties are booming. New families and businesses are moving in, drawn by jobs and the Lowcountry's beauty. But growth brings challenges, especially protecting the area's water and marshes. Some people blame septic systems for water quality problems. They say th
Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, has been vocal about his concerns regarding former President Donald Trump's approach to cryptocurrency. He believes that Trump's personal ventures in the crypto space have not only been frustrating but have also turned crypto into a partisan issue. Hoskins
