Sen. Mitch McConnell’s office released a statement from the Republican senator on Monday saying he will miss an upcoming political event in Kentucky in order to continue his rehabilitation following a fall on June 14 that led to his hospitalization. “I am still working hard to return to my full work schedule in the Senate … Read more
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A Magnolia spa worker was put behind bars last week on charges that she assaulted a woman while giving her a massage, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said 29-year-old Bradley Orton was taken into custody on July 16 and faces a charge of indecent assault by a … Read more
entertainment Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” opened to an estimated $124.5 million in domestic ticket sales and another $139.6 million from overseas, which is even better than Oppenheimer’s first film. This photo released by Universal Pictures shows Matt Damon as Odysseus, left, and Zendaya as Athena, in a scene from “The Odyssey.” (Melinda Sue Gordon/Universal Pictures … Read more
The offseason is typically a time for players, coaches and front office to enjoy other endeavors before the grind of the NFL schedule and season. That’s not necessarily that case for Bucs general manager Jason Licht and company. Tampa Bay’s front office has to make some decisions on Baker Mayfield’s contract situation and Vita Vea’s … Read more
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A pickup truck caught fire Friday evening because fireworks were improperly disposed of, the Montgomery County Fire Marshal’s Office said. According to MCFMO, North Montgomery County Fire Department crews responded to reports of a vehicle fire in Emerson Estates near Interstate 105 East. Authorities said residents reported the fire after … Read more
Silvio Larusso’s provocative text installation sets the tone. Courtesy of the artist and Basel Social Club. Photo: Silke Briel As the art world has grown accustomed to the boutique fair format, an increasing number of satellite events are, ironically, trying to counter fair fatigue with more contained, context-specific models. There’s also the experiential factor: unique … Read more
Boston Red Sox “Theo was a guy who would provide all forms of information,” one unnamed resident said of Epstein’s style. Theo Epstein will become part-owner of Fenway Sports Group and a senior advisor to its properties in 2024. Michael M. Santiago Drake and Anne-Michael May’s inaugural charity softball game “MayeDay” was a huge success … Read more
Studios, streamers and theaters now measure success differently, leaving Hollywood with blockbuster hits that come wrapped in caveats. Eric Freeland/Corbis via Getty Images I love this old classic Looney Tunes A little bit where Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck are Argue back and forth About whether it’s rabbit hunting season or duck hunting season. Their … Read more
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A 42-year-old man has admitted to shooting and killing a bald eagle at his Porter home in 2024, Acting U.S. Attorney John J. Mark announced. Santos Guerrero pleaded guilty to shooting and causing the death of protected species on Thursday, weeks after he was charged federally in March. According to … Read more
Welcome back to Make It Nice, Defector’s best interior design advice column. Today, we have two home office cleanup situations and a delightful bird-related request. Selene asks: I work from home at a computer job and am a hobbyist musician. My partner, who lives with me, has done a phenomenal job making the rest of … Read more