U.S. submarine torpedoes Iranian warship in Indian Ocean; Pentagon expands military campaign

A U.S. Navy attack submarine torpedoed and destroyed an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean this week, marking the first time since World War II that an American submarine has sunk an enemy combat vessel, according to
House Ethics Committee opens inquiry into Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales stemming from affair allegations

The House Ethics Committee has voted to begin a formal investigation into Rep. Tony Gonzales, just as the Texas Republican heads into a high-stakes primary runoff that could determine his political future. The ethics announcement comes on
Chris Janson releases video for ‘Easy to Love, Harder to Hold’

Chris Janson has released the new song “Easy to Love, Harder to Hold”, written by Janson, Pat Bunch and Kelly Roland, and produced by Janson and Michael Wayne Wilkes. The new track follows his current radio
Tim McGraw to embark on 2026 ‘Pawn Shop Guitar Tour’

Tim McGraw is returning to the road this summer with a 33-date North American headline tour that will feature three major stadium performances. The Grammy-winning country star will be joined at those stadium shows by The Chicks
Father of Georgia school shooter guilty on second-degree murder, additional charges

A Barrow County jury has found 55-year-old Colin Gray guilty on 27 counts — including second-degree murder, involuntary manslaughter and cruelty to children — for his role in the 2024 mass shooting at Apalachee High School in
Kristi Noem faces bipartisan criticism over ICE, agency turmoil before the Senate Judiciary Committee

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem endured sharp questioning Tuesday as she appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for the first time since two fatal shootings during a federal immigration operation in Minneapolis ignited national outrage. The hearing
Ella Langley shares the video for ‘Be Her’

Country breakout Ella Langley has released her latest single, “Be Her,” arriving alongside a striking red-and-black-themed official video, co-directed by Langley and Wales Toney. “Be Her” will appear on Langley’s forthcoming sophomore album, Dandelion, set for release
Shinedown announce eighth studio album, 2026 tour

Shinedown have officially unveiled details of their next studio effort, EI8HT, set for release on May 29 through Atlantic Records. The 18-track collection follows 2022’s Planet Zero and features previously issued songs including “Dance, Kid, Dance,” “Three
Hegseth says Iran offensive is “laser-focused” and will not be “endless” as conflict intensifies

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday defended the expanding U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran, describing it as precise, mission-driven and necessary to counter Tehran’s missile capabilities and nuclear ambitions. Standing beside Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine at
U.S. death toll rises to 6, as President Trump says ground troops remain an option in U.S.-Iran conflict

Fighting between the United States, Israel and Iran intensified for a third straight day as American forces continued sweeping strikes inside Iran and Tehran retaliated across the region. U.S. Central Command said B-1 bombers flew missions overnight,