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Triumph Motorcycles has already hit the road running – or rather rolling – in 2024‚ with a host of all-new bikes in a variety of segments‚ returning favorites‚ and limited-edition models. To give motorcycle enthusiasts a look at the bikes‚ the 20-city “British Invasion Tour” will showcase new Triumph models‚ including selections from each of the company’s model families as well as the new TF 250-X off-road motorcycle. The first stop is in Los Angeles‚ California‚ on Tuesday‚ Jan. 9‚ coinciding with the unveiling of a new 660. All tour stops are free to the public‚ but guests must register to attend. For more information‚ read the press release from Triumph below. On Tuesday‚ Jan. 9‚ Triumph Motorcycles America kicks off a 20-city tour that will showcase an impressive array of all-new motorcycles. In 2024‚ Triumph is introducing an incredible amount of all-new motorcycles and is poised to make a major impact in the North American motorcycle market‚ reminiscent of when British rock bands took America by storm in the ’60s. To celebrate the large wave of new model motorcycles‚ Triumph is hosting 20 “British Invasion Tour” events across the United States in January and February‚ where each of the new models will be showcased. At every event‚ Triumph enthusiasts will gather for an exclusive one-night-only first look at the new 2024 models‚ which are not yet in dealerships‚ while also enjoying live entertainment‚ a variety of activities‚ and some light food and beverages. “It’s been a few years since Triumph has planned a tour like this‚” said Adam VanderVeen‚ marketing director for Triumph Motorcycles America‚ “but with a lineup like Triumph is bringing for 2024‚ the time is right to host a series of new model release parties like only Triumph can‚ because every one of these game-changing new motorcycles deserves to be showcased. In addition to offering enthusiasts the chance to see the latest new models‚ the best part of these tour events is creating a premium brand experience for our owners and fans to come out and enjoy an evening together as a Triumph community.” The British Invasion Tour will feature a curation of Triumph’s exciting new model year 2024 motorcycles‚ including the following: All-New Triumph TF 250-X Triumph Motorcycles has officially launched the new TF 250-X‚ revealing a class-leading power to weight ratio and the most complete specification package ever to launch into the ultra-competitive 250cc motocross market. Developed entirely by Triumph in close collaboration with racing champions including Ricky Carmichael and Iván Cervantes‚ the new four stroke competition model is an all-new ground-up design. The performance racing powertrain and unique aluminum chassis are ultra compact and super light‚ with all the best components on the market‚ already fitted out of the crate. Related: 2024 Triumph TF 250-X Review | First Look  All-New Triumph Speed 400 &; Scrambler 400 X Born into a peerless bloodline‚ the Speed 400 joins Triumph’s most successful modern classic lineup‚ the Speed Twin 900 and 1200‚ while the Scrambler 400 X takes its rugged design cues from the Scrambler 900 and 1200‚ with an off-road pedigree that goes back to the first factory Scramblers of the 1950s. Designed from the ground-up with a new single-cylinder‚ four-valve‚ liquid-cooled engine platform at their heart‚ these new models are designed to deliver a fun‚ agile‚ and confidence-inspiring ride for riders of all ages and experience levels. Related: 2024 Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X | First Look Review Updated Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE &; All-New Scrambler 1200 X The cool and capable Scrambler 1200 XE hits the road in the new year sporting updates including latest-generation Brembo Stylema calipers‚ new suspension with enhanced adjustability‚ enhanced styling details‚ and improved touring capability. The new Scrambler 1200 X delivers the same exceptional core capability‚ commanding riding position‚ and torque-rich performance Scrambler customers love‚ combined with a generous specification of equipment and technology. Built to be more accessible‚ the Scrambler 1200 X has a seat height of 32.28 inches‚ reduced to 31.29 inches with the accessory low seat‚ and dedicated specification that offers exceptional functionality at a more competitive price. Related: 2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X and XE Review | First Look Fully updated Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro &; GT Pro Delivering more power‚ torque‚ capability‚ and comfort‚ the new Tiger 900 range from Triumph Motorcycles is raising the bar for middleweight adventure bikes in 2024. The new lineup includes the Tiger 900 GT‚ GT Pro‚ and Rally Pro‚ each providing a significant step-up in performance and specification. Related: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Review | First Ride  New for 2024 Special Edition Models Celebrated as the ultimate café racer since 1964‚ the Triumph Thruxton will finish its final production run. In a fitting farewell to this award-winning motorcycle‚ Triumph has unveiled the Thruxton Final Edition‚ an exclusive and striking motorcycle with incredible specification‚ performance‚ capability‚ and timeless style. Related: 2025 Triumph Thruxton Final Edition | First Look Available for one year only‚ the new Triumph Stealth Edition models are an exclusive collection of eight beautiful Bonneville motorcycles. Each model features its own unique tank design which showcases a dramatic hand-painted finish that intensifies in the light to reveal vivid color. Related: 2024 Triumph Stealth Edition Lineup | First Look Soon to be announced all-new Triumph 660 Model A new legend is about to hit the streets. On Jan. 9‚ an all-new 660 Triumph motorcycle will be announced and will be on display at the kick-off British Invasion Tour event in Los Angeles‚ California. The British Invasion Tour is free and open to all. Guests must register to attend. All guests may RSVP and find details about each tour location at the Triumph Motorcycles Events webpage. See all of Rider‘s Triumph coverage here. 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Fans of classic TV shows surely remember David Soul as the actor who played the iconic character Hutch from ‘Starsky and Hutch.’ However‚ beyond the glitz and glamour of Hollywood‚ there is also an inspiring journey of faith! Born David Richard Solberg in Chicago on August 28‚ 1943‚ the actor we now know as David Soul embarked on his Hollywood journey with dreams of gracing both the stage and screen. And in the 70s‚ we saw the rise of the dynamic duo-Starsky and Hutch. RELATED: James MacArthur Of Hawaii Five-0 Shares Why He Never Wanted To Meet His Biological Parents As Detective Ken “Hutch” Hutchinson‚ David Soul charmed audiences with his undeniable charisma. The show became a cultural phenomenon‚ etching itself into the hearts of fans worldwide. In addition to his iconic role as Hutch from ‘Starsky and Hutch‚’ David also appeared in dozens of films and TV shows over his career‚ which spanned five decades. But David Soul wasn’t just an actor – he was a singer‚ too! His biggest hit was his number one single "Don't Give Up on Us" from 1976. But he also released several albums in the 1970s and 1980s. The Faith Of David Soul‚ Actor From Starsky And Hutch Though David Soul’s entertainment credits are widely known‚ the role faith played in his life may not be as apparent. However‚ his upbringing included a deeply religious household. His father served as a Lutheran minister and a history professor. And the family moved to Berlin after David’s father accepted a position as religious affairs adviser for the US high commission. “It was well before the wall and the aftermath of the Second World War was still very much in evidence‚” David said when opening up about his childhood. David recalled how their family’s house became an island for strangers. He had a front-row seat as his parents showed the love of Christ to those fleeing East Berlin. Faith was very much at the heart of his upbringing. RELATED: Willie Aames Is Christian Now‚ But Just Wait ‘Til You Hear What It Took The 80s Star To Get There “The atmosphere was strict when I was growing up but tempered by love‚” he said. “We were a very‚ very religious family – we weren’t fundamentalists‚ just very worshipful and gave credit to God for almost everything.” David Soul Returns To God Though his family put God first‚ David Soul went through a prodigal season as he got older. Teen pregnancy‚ multiple failed marriages‚ and drinking — David certainly wasn’t living out his faith. RELATED: Facts of Life Actor Lisa Whelchel Chose Christian Morals Over Hollywood “I went through a stage of rejection but I didn’t reject it [faith] by saying anything‚ it was by acting it‚” he said. And that certainly continued during his time of fame as Hutch from ‘Starsky and Hutch.’ “In the days when I was – as they used to call me – ‘one of the biggest stars in television‚’ I got the balance wrong‚” David said. While David Soul lived focused on the things of this world‚ it damaged many relationships‚ including with his children and parents. However‚ the seed planted by his mother’s and father’s faithfulness remained. And he eventually realized the error of his ways. “The caring about what I looked like‚ what I sounded like‚ what I represented to other people was more important than being with my family‚ That was the sadness of that period‚” he admitted once. David went on to say‚ “But it doesn’t mean I don’t have time for other people now.” The Death Of Hutch From ‘Starsky And Hutch’ By age 80‚ David Soul‚ the famed actor who played Hutch from ‘Starsky and Hutch‚’ had spent time mending the bridges he could from his past. And when he passed away‚ his wife Helen said he did so “in the loving company of family.” David Soul-beloved husband‚ father‚ grandfather and brother-died yesterday after a valiant battle for life in the loving company of family. He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as actor‚ singer‚ storyteller‚ creative artist and dear friend. His smile‚ laughter and... - David Soul (@DavidRSoul) January 5‚ 2024 The announcement didn’t provide specific details of his death. However‚ David Soul was a heavy smoker for much of his life and battled lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in the years preceding his death. David is survived by his wife Helen Snell‚ his six children and seven grandchildren and our prayers go out to them all during this time of loss. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: John Schneider‚ Dukes of Hazzard Star‚ Confesses Lie He Told Wife in Her Final Moments It’s good to know that David Soul’s final years were spent returning to his faith and allowing God to restore him and his family. As fans revisit ‘Starsky and Hutch’ or explore Soul’s other works‚ let’s remember that the actor’s real legacy extends beyond the screen — it tells of the type of redemption only found through Christ Jesus! LISTEN: Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick Dancing in Kitchen | Do You Know the Story Behind ‘Mary Did You Know’? h/t: WFTV 9 Featured Image Credit: Facebook/CNN International The post David Soul‚ Actor Who Played Hutch from Starsky and Hutch‚ Found Faith Again Before Death appeared first on GodUpdates.

Donald Trump called for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s firing following his abrupt absence‚ where he failed to inform the White House or Congress. “Failed Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin should be fired immediately for improper professional conduct and dereliction of duty. He has been missing for one week‚ and nobody‚ including his boss‚ Crooked Joe Biden‚ had a clue as to where he was‚ or might be‚” Trump said on Truth Social. “He has performed poorly‚ and should have been dismissed long ago‚ along with “General” Mark Milley‚ for many reasons‚ but in particular the catastrophic surrender in Afghanistan‚ perhaps the most embarrassing moment in the history of our Country!” he added. President Trump is calling for Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to “immediately be fired for improper professional conduct and dereliction of duty” after he went missing for an entire week. pic.twitter.com/ga61aNGs8j — Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) January 8‚ 2024 Austin was hospitalized due to complications following a minor elective medical procedure. The Pentagon kept a lid on Austin’s admission to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center until Friday. The Defense Department did not disclose the reason for Austin’s treatment or why it kept his hospital stay a secret. Defense Secretary Hospitalized Due To Complications From Medical Procedure The Pentagon on Sunday released further details about Austin's hospitalization. From the Associated Press: The Pentagon released new details Sunday about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s continued hospitalization‚ saying he had a medical procedure Dec. 22‚ went home a day later and was admitted to intensive care Jan. 1 when he began experiencing severe pain. The latest information came as members of both parties in Congress expressed sharp concerns about the secrecy of Austin’s hospital stay and the fact that the president and other senior leaders were kept in the dark about it for days. The statement‚ released by Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder‚ did not‚ however‚ provide any details about the medical procedure or what actually happened on Monday to require Austin to be in intensive care at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Ryan said Austin was placed in the hospital’s intensive care unit “due to his medical needs‚ but then remained in that location in part due to hospital space considerations and privacy.” The Pentagon’s failure to disclose Austin’s hospitalization‚ including to President Joe Biden‚ the National Security Council and top Pentagon leaders‚ for days reflects a stunning lack of transparency about his illness‚ how serious it was and when he may be released. Such secrecy‚ when the United States is juggling myriad national security crises‚ runs counter to normal practice with the president and other senior U.S. officials and Cabinet members. GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-NY) called for Austin's resignation Monday morning. "It is shocking and absolutely unacceptable that the Department of Defense waited multiple days to notify the President‚ the National Security Council‚ and the American people that Defense Secretary Austin was hospitalized and unable to perform his duties‚" Stefanik said. "This concerning lack of transparency exemplifies a shocking lack of judgment and a significant national security threat. There must be full accountability beginning with the immediate resignation of Secretary Austin and those that lied for him and a Congressional investigation into this dangerous dereliction of duty‚" she continued. Per Fox News: Democrats and Republicans in the House of Representatives are demanding more information on Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s hospitalization and why it was kept under wraps for days before it was finally announced. The top lawmakers on the House Armed Services Committee released a statement on Sunday evening calling for "additional details" on Austin’s condition and why notification was delayed. "While we wish Sec. Austin a speedy recovery‚ we are concerned with how the disclosure of the Secretary’s condition was handled‚" Committee Chairman Mike Rogers‚ R-Ala.‚ and ranking member Rep. Adam Smith‚ D-Wash.‚ said. "Several questions remain unanswered including what the medical procedure and resulting complications were‚ what the Secretary’s current health status is‚ how and when the delegation of the Secretary’s responsibilities were made‚ and the reason for the delay in notification to the President and Congress. "Transparency is vitally important. Sec. Austin must provide these additional details on his health and the decision-making process that occurred in the past week as soon as possible." However‚ Joe Biden will not accept a resignation from Austin. Why haven’t we been told why Austin is in the hospital??? And who controlled the nuclear codes when Austin was incapacitated and Biden was traveling outside the continental U.S.? “Joe Biden won’t accept a Lloyd Austin resignation offer - POLITICO” https://t.co/8qpvBROOEk — Jason Miller (@JasonMillerinDC) January 8‚ 2024 From POLITICO: President Joe Biden is not considering firing Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin after he did not tell the White House about his emergency hospitalization‚ four senior administration officials told POLITICO. Beyond that‚ one official noted‚ the president would not accept a resignation if Austin were to offer one. “Austin’s going nowhere‚” one of the senior administration officials said. The Pentagon had already announced that Austin wasn’t planning to resign. “He remains focused on conducting his duties as secretary of Defense in defense of our nation‚” DOD spokesperson Maj. Gen. Patrick Ryder told reporters. The decision by Biden to stand by Austin comes amid calls from Republicans‚ including former President Donald Trump‚ for him to be fired. Austin did not disclose last week that he was hospitalized at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center with complications from an undisclosed surgical procedure‚ raising questions about what ailment he had and why he decided to keep such a sensitive matter secret.