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.
422 articles published
Latest Articles
SportsEngland knocked out in 92nd minute of East Rutherford semifinal
England suffered a devastating World Cup exit after conceding in the 92nd minute of the semifinal in East Rutherford, ending hopes of a national holiday.
EntertainmentGracie Abrams Balances Stadium Fame With New Album Daughter From Hell
Gracie Abrams releases her third studio album, Daughter From Hell, exploring her upbringing and fame after touring as a support act for Taylor Swift.
SportsBryson DeChambeau faces rules scrutiny at PGA tournament
Bryson DeChambeau faces a potential two-stroke penalty at the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale after officials questioned his adherence to rules.
SportsAdam Silver Praises Caitlin Clark at New York Game Plan Summit
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver praised Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark at the New York Game Plan Summit, highlighting her major influence on the sport.
Entertainment19,000 fans pack Crypto.com Arena as smoke clouds Los Angeles
Nineteen thousand fans filled Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena while the NOAA-21 satellite tracked thick wildfire smoke drifting from Ontario on July 14.
SportsBryson DeChambeau faces rules controversy at Royal Birkdale
Bryson DeChambeau faces a rules controversy at Royal Birkdale after his four-under 66, threatening his position during the 2026 Open Championship round.
EntertainmentChristopher Nolan’s $250M Epic Adapts Ancient Poem for Modern Era
Christopher Nolan secures a $250 million budget to adapt an ancient 2,700-year-old poem into a major film following the success of his hit movie Oppenheimer.
EntertainmentOscar-Winning Irish Actress Brenda Fricker Dies at 81
Oscar-winning Irish actress Brenda Fricker, known for her role as the Pigeon Lady in Home Alone 2, has died in Dublin at age 81 following ill health.
EntertainmentGlobal Producers Bet on Local Stories Over Blockbuster Formulas
British actress Sophie Simnett will star in The Candidate, a silent satire film that ditches CGI blockbusters for character-driven local storytelling.
EntertainmentSarajevo Film Festival to Honor Director Asghar Farhadi
The 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival will present Iranian director Asghar Farhadi with the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo award during its August 2026 event.
SportsPeloton heads to Ballon d’Alsace after chaotic Tour de France stage
Tim Merlier secured his third stage win of the 2026 Tour de France after a crash-filled stage 12 as the peloton now rides toward the 205.8km Ballon d’Alsace.
SportsPhillies Host Mets as Second Half of MLB Season Opens in Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Phillies host the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park to open the second half of the 2026 MLB season following the recent All-Star Game.