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February 11, 2026 – Delta, Ala. - Conservative businessman Rodney Walker, the only cattle farmer and rancher running for the U.S. Senate in Alabama, offered a forceful endorsement Wednesday of the newly implemented 2026 Farm Security Initiative, calling it a long‑overdue step to protect American farmland from foreign adversaries. Walker, who has made agricultural security a central theme of his campaign, said the policy aligns directly with the warnings he has issued for months about for...
Iran's political crisis has entered a darker and more volatile phase as authorities begin arresting Reformist political leaders nationwide, following one of the deadliest crackdowns in the country's modern history. The move signals that the government - having already used overwhelming force against demonstrators - is now eliminating political figures who could challenge the official narrative or channel public anger into organized opposition. A Crackdown Marked by Mass Killings The arrests...
In February 1258, the world witnessed one of the most consequential turning points in Middle Eastern and global history: the Mongol conquest and destruction of Baghdad. Led by Hulegu Khan, grandson of Genghis Khan, Mongol forces captured and sacked the city that had served for centuries as the intellectual, cultural, and political heart of the Islamic world. The fall of Baghdad effectively ended the Abbasid Caliphate and is widely regarded as the symbolic end of the Islamic Golden Age - a...
February 12, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R‑Ala.) has joined Senator John Cornyn (R‑Texas) in introducing the Defeat Sharia Law in America Act, a new bill aimed at preventing the implementation of Sharia Law in the United States. The legislation seeks to clarify that any attempt to impose Sharia‑based discrimination in the provision of goods, services, or accommodations violates the Civil Rights Act. The bill, introduced on February 12, 2026, builds on previous effor...
Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith (DDF), has issued his clearest warning yet to the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX), cautioning that the group's plan to consecrate bishops without papal approval would amount to a "decisive rupture" with the Catholic Church - effectively, a schism. The warning comes amid escalating tensions following the SSPX's announcement that it intends to ordain new bishops independently, a move that echoes the 1988 i...
Join Music Director Carlos Izcaray and the Alabama Symphony Orchestra for Of Passion and Promise - an inspiring evening that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit through three iconic works by Bernstein, Tchaikovsky, and Copland. The program opens with Leonard Bernstein's Overture to Candide, a dazzling burst of energy filled with wit, sparkle, and unmistakable American optimism. It's the perfect curtain‑raiser for a night built on vitality and hope. Acclaimed pianist Asiya Korepanova t...
February 13, 2026 - Sumiton, Ala. - Pastor Dr. Stan Cooke formally announced his candidacy for Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party, presenting himself as a unifying conservative voice at a moment when internal tensions have challenged party cohesion. His campaign centers on restoring trust, strengthening grassroots engagement, and advancing President Donald Trump's America First agenda across Alabama. Cooke, a longtime pastor and international ministry leader, said the party must refocus...
February 15, 1898 - The Night That Changed U.S. Foreign Policy On a warm February night in 1898, as Havana Harbor lay quiet under the Cuban sky, the American battleship USS Maine suddenly erupted in a massive explosion that shattered the stillness and sent shockwaves far beyond the island. More than 260 American sailors were killed instantly or died soon after-one of the deadliest peacetime naval disasters in U.S. history. Within weeks, the tragedy would ignite a political firestorm, fuel a...
Auburn and Alabama continue to sign players as SEC scholarship rosters expand from 85 to 105. In a landmark shift for college athletics, major football programs across the country-including those in the SEC, Big Ten, Big 12, and other Power 4 conferences-have officially expanded their scholarship limits from 85 to 105 players beginning with the 2026 season. This change marks one of the most significant roster policy updates in decades and is expected to reshape recruiting, player development,...
February 17, 2026 - Enterprise, AL - House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (R‑PA) has officially endorsed Congressman Barry Moore in Alabama's U.S. Senate race, adding another influential national conservative voice to Moore's growing list of supporters. Thompson, who leads one of the most consequential committees for rural America, praised Moore as a dependable ally for farmers and a consistent defender of agricultural interests. "Barry Moore is a proven conservative and a r...
The nation is mourning the loss of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders of the last century, whose voice, vision, and moral courage helped shape the modern struggle for equality. His passing marks the end of an era defined by unrelenting activism, deep spiritual conviction, and a steadfast belief in the transformative power of hope. Rev. Jackson, a protégé of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., spent more than six decades on the front lines of the fight for v...
February 17, 2026 – SUMITON. Ala. - Dr. Stan Cooke, a longtime conservative activist and candidate for Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party, is making internal party accountability a central pillar of his campaign. In a statement released to Republican executive committee voters and the media, Cooke pledged that one of his first actions, he will do if he is elected, will be to introduce a formal measure before both the ALGOP Steering Committee and the State Executive Committee to censure a...
January 29, 2026 - AUBURN - Auburn's defensive front received a major boost this offseason when nose tackle Dallas Walker IV was officially granted an extra year of eligibility by the NCAA, clearing the way for the seventh‑year lineman to return for the 2026 season. For a Tigers program trying to stabilize its interior defense and develop a young core of linemen, Walker's reinstatement is more than a procedural win - it's a foundational one. Walker's eligibility case was unusually complex, s...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 30, 2026 - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) announced a major funding victory for Alabama this week, securing more than $111.3 million in direct appropriations for state priorities as part of a sweeping Fiscal Year 2026 legislative package. The bills, passed by the Senate on Wednesday, now head to the U.S. House of Representatives before landing on President Trump's desk for final approval. As a member of the powerful Senate Committee on Appropriations, Britt played...
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - January 28, 2026 - The UAB men's basketball team returned to form Wednesday night, earning a gritty 83–73 victory over UTSA at the Convocation Center. After dropping back-to-back home games to Tulsa and South Florida, the Blazers showed renewed energy and focus, led by a breakout performance from sophomore guard Daniel Rivera, who poured in 17 points and anchored the offense during key stretches. First Half: Fast Start, Tight Finish UAB came out aggressive, pushing the p...
On January 31, 1578, the fields outside the small Brabant town of Gembloux became the stage for one of the most decisive Spanish victories of the Eighty Years' War. In a conflict defined by shifting alliances, religious tension, and the struggle for independence in the Low Countries, the Battle of Gembloux stands out not only for its military significance but also for the political shockwaves it sent through a region already in turmoil. The clash revealed the strengths and weaknesses of both...
MINNEAPOLIS - What began as a tense confrontation between Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and protesters in Minneapolis has escalated into a national political flashpoint after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz invoked one of the most consequential moments in American history: the firing on Fort Sumter, the spark that ignited the Civil War. Walz's comparison - delivered during an interview with The Atlantic - instantly reverberated through political circles, drawing sharp criticism...
Auburn entered Wednesday night riding momentum, but the Tigers needed every ounce of grit, poise, and second‑half firepower to erase a double‑digit deficit and defeat the Texas Longhorns 88–82 at Neville Arena. The victory pushed Auburn to 14–7 overall and 5–3 in SEC play, marking the program's fourth straight win and one of its most resilient performances of the season. A First Half That Tested Auburn's Composure Texas arrived in Auburn with confidence and immediately dictated the pace. The...
DENTON, Texas - UAB men's basketball earned a significant American Athletic Conference win Saturday night, defeating North Texas 72–68 at the Super Pit in a game defined by toughness, timely scoring, and a late second‑half surge. Westry Leads the Way Sophomore guard Chance Westry delivered one of his most efficient performances of the season, scoring 18 points on 9-of-11 shooting, including several key baskets that halted North Texas runs. His poise in the lane and ability to finish through con...
Tuesday night in Tuscaloosa felt like a reset button for Alabama basketball. After a week dominated by headlines about Charles Bediako's eligibility battle and the sting of a 79–73 loss to Tennessee, the Crimson Tide stepped onto their home floor with purpose-and left with their most complete SEC win of the season. A Needed Bounce‑Back Alabama entered the matchup at 13–6 and searching for consistency in league play. Missouri, meanwhile, arrived with confidence after a pair of dramatic wins...
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville joined fellow members of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee in unveiling a new task force designed to identify and eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse across major federal programs. The initiative comes as lawmakers intensify scrutiny of how taxpayer dollars are managed, particularly in light of high‑profile fraud cases involving federal child‑care funding in Minnesota during Governor Tim Walz's tenure. The task force wil...
January 27, 2026 - MONTGOMERY - The Alabama House of Representatives has voted to pass HB41, a sweeping criminal‑justice measure that would allow courts to sentence perpetrators to the death penalty for individuals convicted of first‑degree rape, first‑degree sodomy, or sexual torture when the victim is under 12 years of age. The bill, formally titled the Child Predator Death Penalty Act, represents one of the most aggressive sentencing expansions in recent Alabama legislative history. HB41 is s...
On February 1, 1662, the Chinese military leader Zheng Chenggong - better known as Koxinga - forced the Dutch to surrender Fort Zeelandia, ending a nine‑month siege and bringing Taiwan under his control. The victory marked the end of 38 years of Dutch colonial rule and reshaped the political landscape of East Asia. A Clash Between Empire and Exile Koxinga was a Ming loyalist at a time when the Qing dynasty had already taken control of mainland China. Refusing to submit, he gathered a powerful n...
January 31, 2026 - KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Auburn's surge through SEC play hit a wall Saturday night as the Tigers fell 77–69 to Tennessee at Food City Center, snapping a four‑game winning streak and continuing a six‑year drought in Knoxville. The Volunteers opened the game with a blistering offensive start and never relinquished control, outmuscling Auburn on the boards and capitalizing at the foul line. Auburn's four‑game winning streak came to an end last night in Knoxville, where Tenness...
Alabama delivered one of its most complete performances of the season on Friday night, defeating Oregon State 197.450–195.825 inside a charged Coleman Coliseum. The meet, which doubled as Neon Night and Alumni Night, featured a pre‑meet celebration of Alabama's 1996 NCAA championship team and a crowd that stayed loud from the opening vault to the final floor routine. The Crimson Tide, ranked No. 3 nationally entering the night, showed why they remain among the country's elite, while No. 22 Orego...
