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Texas' Ethan Mendoza hits against Georgia this month. Photo: David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesThe Longhorns baseball squad this week ascended to No. 1 nationally — and has some key matchups ahead. Why it matters: Operating under a new head coach, the storied Longhorns program is ranked No. 1 for the first time since 2022. Catch up quick: In its inaugural campaign under Jim Schlossnagle, Texas at 30-5 is off to its best 35-game start since 2004. The team's 13-2 in the SEC.

1 week ago | axios.com | Colin Demarest |Asher Price

A depiction of Marauder, to be made at Saronic's new shipyard in Louisiana. Photo: Courtesy of SaronicAustin-based defense startup Saronic purchased boatmaker Gulf Craft, securing it a Southern shipyard where it plans to produce a new unmanned warship, Marauder. Why it matters: President Trump has promised new ships "very fast, very soon" in a national address — and now an Austin firm is poised to play a big role.

1 week ago | axios.com | Alex Fitzpatrick |Asher Price

Data: Pew Charitable Trusts; Map: Alex Fitzpatrick/AxiosFederal funding makes up 38% of overall government revenue in Texas, per the latest available data. Why it matters: The Trump administration and Republicans in Congress are looking for ways to cut federal spending. The big picture: In nearly half of U.S. states, federal funding makes up 40% or more of overall revenue. Zoom in: Texas made $207 billion in general revenue in 2022 — and received $78.9 billion from the feds that year.

1 week ago | axios.com | Asher Price

Sure, Austin may feel parched, but that doesn't stop some of our young artists from imagining underwater life. What's happening: FiveAustin students have won top marks in the Texas division of the Wildlife Forever Fish Art Contest, administered by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. Zoom in: Jessica Ding took first place in the K-3 category (winning $100 — see her image above of a hogfish), with Candice Chen finishing second ($75).

1 week ago | axios.com | Asher Price |Mike Deehan

In this moment of financial threats against universities by the White House over student protests and DEI practices, we were wondering how much the University of Texas has in the bank. The answer: About $20 billion. Why it matters: University endowments are in the spotlight as Harvard defies Trump administration demands regarding hiring, admissions and college practices.