Amanda Wright

Amanda Wright

Amanda Wright writes about culture from Austin — film, music, the occasional sports moment that becomes a culture moment. She left a magazine job for OwlyTimes because she wanted to file faster than monthly. Drafts read like a friend's text; the reporting is the slow part.

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Tomáš Hodan to Film Rolling Stones’ Historic 1990 Prague ConcertEntertainment

Tomáš Hodan to Film Rolling Stones’ Historic 1990 Prague Concert

Filmmaker Tomáš Hodan is producing a period comedy about the Rolling Stones' historic 1990 concert at Strahov Stadium in Prague to mark a new national era.

George Clooney to Receive Golden Lion at Venice Film FestivalEntertainment

George Clooney to Receive Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival

The Venice Film Festival will honor George Clooney with the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement, celebrating his extensive career in film and directing.

Ronaldo leads Portugal against Spain in World Cup round of 16Sports

Ronaldo leads Portugal against Spain in World Cup round of 16

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal against Spain in the FIFA World Cup round of 16 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Monday, July 6. Watch the match.

England beats Mexico 3-2 before 80,824 fans at Estadio AztecaSports

England beats Mexico 3-2 before 80,824 fans at Estadio Azteca

England defeated Mexico 3-2 in front of 80,824 spectators at Estadio Azteca, ending the host nation's tournament run in a crushing round of 16 elimination.

Ronaldo Leads Portugal Against Spain in World Cup Knockout MatchSports

Ronaldo Leads Portugal Against Spain in World Cup Knockout Match

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal against Spain in a World Cup knockout match in Arlington, Texas, as the 41-year-old plays his record-breaking sixth cup.

FIFA lifts Folarin Balogun ban ahead of USA vs. Belgium matchSports

FIFA lifts Folarin Balogun ban ahead of USA vs. Belgium match

FIFA cleared Folarin Balogun to play in Monday's USA vs. Belgium match in Seattle after the committee rescinded the striker's one-game red card suspension.

France beats Paraguay 1-0 to reach quarter-finals amid Joe Hart furySports

France beats Paraguay 1-0 to reach quarter-finals amid Joe Hart fury

France reached the quarter-finals after a 1-0 win against Paraguay in Philadelphia. Joe Hart criticized the match as England’s former keeper saw chaos.

Tom Holland Struggles During First Day on Christopher Nolan SetEntertainment

Tom Holland Struggles During First Day on Christopher Nolan Set

Tom Holland felt anxious on his first day filming Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, mistakenly believing the director disliked his performance during scenes.

Dustin Hoffman and Jesse Eisenberg Open 60th Karlovy Vary Film FestivaEntertainment

Dustin Hoffman and Jesse Eisenberg Open 60th Karlovy Vary Film Festiva

Dustin Hoffman and Jesse Eisenberg open the 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic, showcasing 40 films for the anniversary.

Karlovy Vary Film Festival Marks 60th Edition in Czech RepublicEntertainment

Karlovy Vary Film Festival Marks 60th Edition in Czech Republic

The Karlovy Vary Film Festival celebrates its 60th edition in the Czech Republic, showcasing 40 global films and highlighting the work of interpreter Helen...

35 Percent of Brazilians Have Already Bet on 2026 World CupSports

35 Percent of Brazilians Have Already Bet on 2026 World Cup

Klavi reports that 35 percent of Brazilians have already placed bets on the 2026 World Cup, marking a massive rise from 11 percent recorded during May.

Glover and Hodges Tied for Lead Heading Into John Deere Classic FinalSports

Glover and Hodges Tied for Lead Heading Into John Deere Classic Final

Lucas Glover and Lee Hodges share the lead at 16-under 197 heading into the final round of the John Deere Classic at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois.