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Since its discovery, some people have speculated that interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS could be alien technology. Harvard ...

Rockport sits along the Texas Gulf Coast, where the land meets the sea in perfect harmony. This coastal town offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The clear blue waters of ...

Fort Davis was named the site of the McDonald Observatory generations ago for its unmatched dark skies. The observatory has helped position the University of Texas as a leader in astronomical research ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. BYU running back LJ Martin (4) is stopped as he ...

ALPINE, Texas — In one of the most remote corners of Texas, Matt Hewitt is unlocking the door to a giant steel trap he’s hoping will catch a black bear. “It’s completely empty,” Hewitt says, as he ...

Texas Tech fans can celebrate the team's 2025 Big 12 Championship win with a commemorative page print. The Red Raiders defeated BYU 34-7 to secure their first Big 12 football title. The collectible ...

The races for U.S. Senate and governor are taking shape, as the candidate filing period comes to a close. Candidates who wants to appear on the state’s Democratic or Republican primary ballot next ...

The Texas Tech Red Raiders are the 2025 Big 12 champions after their win over BYU, and fans can now purchase official championship gear. Texas Tech defeated the BYU Cougars 34–7 to win the Big 12 ...

Texas Tech running back Cameron Dickey (8) celebrates his rushing touchdown with teammates during the second half of the Big 12 Championship football game against BYU at AT&T Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 6 ...