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How a Notorious Texas Murder Shaped Halloween Forever
Since I was a kid my Mom always told me to check my candy before I ate it, just in case there were drugs or a razor blade somehow hidden in them. I never understood why she was so sure someone was out to hurt kids, especially on a night meant for them to have fun. I didn't understand the paranoia until I became an adult and my unhealthy obsession with true crime began.
Is Texas Still Excited To Welcome Elon Musk After The “We, Robot” Disaster?
Elon Musk’s latest We, Robot showcase promised the dawn of an AI-powered utopia, complete with humanoid robots and self-driving taxis. But instead of the future of tech, what we got felt more like a low-budget reboot of every dystopian sci-fi film you’ve ever seen. And this is the guy Texas is excited to see move into the Lone Star State? Tesla trotted out its new Optimus robots—sorry, Mitchells vs. The Machines robots—and the Cybercab, a flashy ride that looks like the offspring of a DeLorean and the Batmobile, minus the cool gadgets or actual functionality. It’s starting to seem like Musk’s biggest innovation might be his ability to turn a Black Mirror episode into a real-life tech demo.
Famous Food Critic Dave Portnoy Full of Lies at State Fair of Texas
Recently, Texas welcomed famous food critic and founder of Barstool Sports, Dave Portnoy. Most people know and love Dave for his honest pizza reviews with his famous line “One Bite, Everyone Knows the Rules.”. Dave a is a huge sports fan so he was in Texas to try out...
Are Arizona’s Gun Laws Stricter Than The Old West?
I love the old west. I remember sitting in my living room with my dad as we struggled to stay awake, watching 3:10 to Yuma, The Sisters Brothers, and The Outlaw Josey Wales ("Birds gotta eat, same as the worms). We loved the stories of grizzled outlaws fighting their way...
Texans Are ECSTATIC About New Payment Changes At H-E-B
I haven't met anyone in Texas who doesn't appreciate the experience that the H-E-B grocery store provides. Founded by Florence Butt on November 26, 1905, in Kerrville, H-E-B (short for Howard E. Butt) has become a staple in the state, with countless H-E-B's and Texans considering it the go-to destination for almost anything.
Internet Can’t Stop Laughing At This Viral Texas Obituary
This Texas family definitely seems like they're putting the "fun" in "funeral'!. The family and friends of Robert Boehm of Clarendon, Texas may be mourning his death, but they're also having a bit of a chuckle at his expense, and so is the rest of the internet, all thanks to his son Charles Boehm.
Texas Beers that Dominated the Great American Beer Fest
I'm not much a beer drinker, but I know that if I do want a good beer, a local brewery is the best place to go; and in Texas, there's no shortage of amazing breweries!. Earlier this month, may of those Texas breweries competed in the 2024 Great American Beer Festival that took place in Denver- and many came back home to the Lone Star state with an award!
VOTE: Better Country Rock Crossover – Hardy vs. Jelly Roll?
There's no doubt that country has started to make inroads in the rock world, so this week on Loudwire Nights' Chuck's Fight Club we want to know who is the better country rock crossover - Hardy or Jelly Roll?. Hardy first broke on the scene in 2020 with his A...
Rock + Metal Musicians Talking About Peter Steele
Peter Steele was one of a kind, and in this Loudwire Loud List we've compiled a number of musicians from the rock and metal world sharing their admiration and reflections on the Type O Negative frontman. Peter Thomas Ratajczyk, better known in the rock world under his professional name Peter...
The Last Kmart Has Closed: Here’s How to Keep Those ‘Blue Light’ Memories Alive
It's a symbolic closure with a few caveats, but it still hits pretty hard: the last full-size Kmart in the continental U.S. has closed. The caveats? There are still three full-size Kmarts in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and a smaller "boutique" Kmart remains in Miami. ⬇️🏪 Keep Scrolling to See...
Watch Out: 10 Laws You Could Break Just by Walking in Texas
I can promise you that no one in Texas wakes up saying, today I want to break the law and go to jail. While I have never been, I have heard that going to jail in Texas is not exactly a fun experience and I will just assume that is correct. Because I never want to go.
These 2 Texas Restaurants Make National List of Top 20 You Must Visit
Kudos to these two Texas restaurants who made a national list of 20 restaurants you definitely want to try as soon as possible. We know we have great food in Texas. To be honest, as cool as it is to see these 2 Texas restaurants make the list, I think that number should be higher. But still, it's pretty fantastic to see them on a list taking every restaurant in the United States into consideration, ya know?
Texas Is Losing Out On Movie & TV Productions To Other States According To Yellowstone Creator
Texas has long been a popular destination for movie and television productions, thanks to its diverse landscapes, growing film infrastructure, and attractive financial incentives. From sprawling deserts to urban skylines, the Lone Star State provides the perfect backdrop for a wide range of genres, drawing filmmakers from Hollywood and beyond.
Chris Daughtry Calling Out Record Label for Removing Posts of His Own Music
Chris Daughtry has a new video coming today (Oct. 21), but his attempts to tease the arrival of "The Dam" have been met with resistance from one of the most unlikely of sources .... his own record label. The singer wasn't holding back his frustration when addressing the situation in...
Chris Cornell’s Daughter Toni Slams ‘Disgusting’ TMZ for Sharing Photos of Liam Payne’s Death
Chris Cornell's daughter Toni Cornell slammed TMZ over the weekend for sharing photos related to pop star Liam Payne's death, comparing it to how the publication covered her father's death back in 2017. Payne, who was a member of the massively popular pop band One Direction, died last week on...
Iron Maiden’s Six Best Songs With Paul Di’Anno
Here are Iron Maiden's six best songs with singer Paul Di'Anno. With his street-worn, gruff voice and punk attitude, Di'Anno distinctive voice graced Maiden's first pair of studio records, 1980's Iron Maiden and 1981's Killers. While his tenure was short-lived, the singer's impact has been anything but as he helped the group define themselves and an early generation of heavy metal.
Dark Texas History: Last Legal U.S. Public Execution Was In Waco
A massive mob of people witnessed the last legal public execution in the United States, which took place in Waco, Texas on July 30, 1923. It was almost certainly a blazingly hot day. The crowd had to be sweating, stinking, and full of dark hate for the accused. There were...
Iron Maiden + Blaze Bayley Pay Tribute to Paul Di’Anno After Singer’s Death
The tributes saluting late Iron Maiden vocalist Paul Di'Anno continue to roll in, with members of the Iron Maiden family now weighing in with their comments. It was confirmed on Monday (Oct. 21) by Di'Anno's record label, Conquest Music, that the musician had passed at the age of 66. Di'Anno was Iron Maiden's first vocalist, appearing on their 1980 self-titled debut album and its 1981 follow-up Killers. After the singer and the band went their separate ways, Di'Anno continued as a solo artist.
Rockers Pay Tribute to Former Iron Maiden Vocalist Paul Di’Anno
Several rockers have taken to social media to pay tribute to former Iron Maiden vocalist Paul Di'Anno, who died today (Oct. 21) at the age of 66. The musician's label, Conquest Music, shared the news in a statement that read, "On behalf of his family, Conquest Music are sad to confirm the death of Paul Andrews, professionally known as Paul Di'Anno. Paul passed away at his home in Salisbury at the age of 66."
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