Private research university in Fort Worth, affiliated with the Disciples of Christ
Multiple outlets depict Buc-ee’s growth as it expands to new states, intensifying the mega-convenience store phenomenon. The chain’s vast footprints, beef brisket, and multiple gas pumps position it as a destination for travelers, while industry experts cite changing consumer expectations and fuel-loss strategies driving the expansion.
Six of Europe’s biggest oil groups report profits surging year-on-year as turmoil around the Strait of Hormuz tightens supply and pushes prices higher. U.S. and European majors show windfall gains amid disruptions, even as lawmakers debate windfall taxes and consumer costs rise.
Laremy Tunsil has sustained a torn triceps in practice and is undergoing surgery, forcing the Commanders to pivot at left tackle. Brandon Coleman is set to fill in, with the team evaluating options ahead of the season opener. The injury ends Tunsil’s run as Washington’s top blind-side protector.
College football is contending with a wave of lawsuits and conference rules as new NCAA five-year eligibility rules collide with court orders. Schools are barring players returning from professional stints and lawsuits are reshaping rosters ahead of Week 1. The landscape is changing as conferences push uniform restrictions.
Diesel prices have surged to record levels amid the Iran war and ongoing Middle East tensions, with weekly readings showing prices at $5.90–$6+ per gallon in several states. The cost burden is rippling through transportation, groceries and consumer prices, while officials say relief remains uncertain in the near term.
UNC's football program under Bill Belichick is under an internal investigation following the resignation of general manager Michael Lombardi and questions surrounding personnel conduct. The program has pledged to run a compliant operation while preparing for a home game against East Tennessee State.
The PGA Tour has detailed a two-tier framework—Championship Series and Challenger Series—set to launch in 2028. The plan includes a Last Chance Series for three top-tier cards, revised exemptions, and a structured points system. DP World Tour links remain under discussion as talks continue, with past major winners retaining extended eligibility.
The Union Jack Classic has brought Kansas and Arizona State to Wembley, marking London’s first college football game at the stadium and underscoring the Big 12’s international ambitions. The event blends pageantry with sport, drawing tens of thousands of fans and international attention.