Austin now the 10th largest city in the U.S.

The Texas capital surpassed San Jose, CA with an estimated population of 974,447, growing at a rate of 1.3%.

$6K Japanese gelato breaks world record for most expensive ice cream: 'Rich in taste and texture'

The world's most expensive ice cream is made by a Japanese gelato company and it's only slightly sweet in flavor since it's made with white truffle, Parmigiano Reggiano and sake lees.

1,100-year-old Hebrew Bible sells for $38 million at NYC auction

A 1,100-year-old Hebrew Bible that is one of the world’s oldest surviving biblical manuscripts has sold for $38 million in New York.

Free movement and meditation event on Lady Bird Lake for Mental Health Awareness Month

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month and a few local brands are joining forces to honor mental health with an evening of movement and mindfulness in nature.

Starbucks changes ice cubes for drinks, sparking debate

The change — albeit very small — is apparently infuriating some customers who claim the new nugget ice melts faster and can even dilute drinks.

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser resort permanently shutting down this fall, Disney says

Just over a year ago, Walt Disney World Resort ushered in a new era of entertainment with the much-anticipated opening of its Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. The entertainment giant announced on Thursday that it will be permanently closing the resort and attraction this fall.

Most affordable beach towns of 2023 revealed — and some are not where you'd think

With many people seeking the nearest beach to enjoy for a couple of days, people are also looking closely at the price tag that comes with those destinations.

Wendy's to test underground robot delivery for mobile orders

Instead of requiring employees to bring out mobile food orders, the robotic system is designed to transport the orders underground "in seconds," the fast food chain said.

Kraft Heinz creates sauce dispenser enabling 200 custom variations

The machine makes the custom condiments from what it calls "bases" like Ketchup, Ranch, and BBQ Sauce, combined with "enhancers" like jalapeno, smoky chipotle, and mango.

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile gets its first name change in history

The American meat and cold cut producer announced the hot dog-shaped vehicles are being rebranded in honor of the company’s new 100% Beef Franks.

Ford recalled 310,000 trucks over air bag issue

A build-up of dust inside a cable of the steering wheel can interrupt the electrical connection, according to Ford.

Austin-based Literati hosting Spring Warehouse Sale this week

Literati is an Austin-based children's book club and subscription service offering books for every stage of reading.