Defense officials rarely bring sermons into press conferences, but Secretary Pete Hegseth made an exception last week. Speaking at the Pentagon, he compared journalists to Pharisees—religious leaders who, according to the Bible, opposed Jesus despite seeing his miracles. Hegseth argued that modern r
Lloyds Bank has decided not to challenge the UK’s car finance compensation scheme, even though they disagree with some of its rules. The bank will instead follow the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) guidelines, which require lenders to refund drivers over unfair commission deals with car dealers.
Austin’s police unions have found a new way to shift blame away from officers accused of misconduct. When an officer injured a protester in 2020, the unions filed a legal motion arguing that poor training—not the officer—should take the fall. But here’s the catch: they’ve known about training issues
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that worries about a closed Strait of Hormuz are overblown, claiming the U. S. has plans to keep oil moving even while Iran’s forces threaten shipping. He brushed off reports that the Pentagon had no strategy before the recent conflict, noting that Iran has long u
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
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
Defense companies might have to change how they spend their money. President Donald Trump said they can't give money to shareholders or buy back their own stock. This is until they make more military equipment and fix other problems. Trump also said defense company bosses can't make more than $5 mi
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
Austin is a city that thrives on the efforts of its people. But do we always take the time to recognize those who go above and beyond? The Pillars of the City program aims to do just that. With the nomination deadline approaching, it's time to think about who in your life has made a significant impa
Austin Butler's latest film, "Caught Stealing, " is a wild ride that's worth checking out on Netflix. The movie follows Hank Thompson, a guy who gets caught up in a criminal mess after babysitting his neighbor's cat. It's not your typical heist movie, but it's packed with action and a star-studded c
