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Texas adds 26 China-affiliated technology companies to banned list
Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday expanded Texas’ list of banned China-affiliated technologies for state employees and devices, adding new restrictions to artificial intelligence (AI), manufacturers and electronics over security...
The Case for Opening Your Windows Daily—Even in Winter
In the dead of winter, opening your windows might seem like the opposite of a wellbeing hack. But in Germany, it’s a standard practice called lüften: airing out one’s...
Thousands of students celebrating 'We Love Austin Music Week'
We Love Austin Music Week is a program by Texas Cultural Trust and KUTX that aims to celebrate Austin's musical heritage and inspire students' interest in music as an...
Investigator describes intense air traffic at time of deadly midair collision near DC
WASHINGTON (AP) — The air traffic controller who was managing numerous aircraft around Reagan National Airport felt a “little overwhelmed” just a few minutes before an American Airlines jet...
Wishbone Bridge, Unity Underpass on hike and bike trail to open February 7
A new bridge and underpass will debut along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail, offering improved connectivity and a safer route for trail users. Source...
MrBeast gives a 'hand' to Georgetown 12-year-old
Twelve‑year‑old Kai Pollnitz from Georgetown received a life‑changing surprise when YouTube creator MrBeast gifted him a custom Open Bionics Hero PRO robotic hand. Kai, who was born with a...
'Freeze cured grasses' could spark wildfires; AFD urges caution as ice melts
As Central Texas slowly warms up and the ice thaws, the Austin Fire Department wants people to remain mindful of heating and fire safety. Source link
Here’s How Compression Socks Actually Work
You might associate compression socks with your grandparents or a hospital setting. But the stockings have become a trendy travel and wellness accessory among social-media users—and doctors say they...
Texas freezes H-1B visas for state agencies, higher education amid investigation into federal program
Gov. Greg Abbott announced an investigation into the federal H-1B visa program in "light of recent reports of abuse," according to a letter signed by the governor. He directed...
Republicans scramble to avoid shutdown amid public ICE backlash
Congress on Monday took a step closer toward a partial shutdown when Republicans dismissed a demand by Senate Democrats to drop funding for Homeland Security from the funding package...
Austin Housing updates council on plan for affordable housing on vacant city land
Austin Housing sent a memo on Jan. 23 updating city council on the department's progress toward further development of affordable housing on city-owned vacant land. Source link
Central Texas Food Bank says it needs 250+ volunteers this week
"We need to quickly get food out to our neighbors. When extreme weather hits, the need to eat doesn't stop." Source link