Your used car needs a data deep-clean before selling it to someone else

When we think about how 'connected' we've become with devices, apps, and social media, it's important to remember our 'vehicle' is part of that equation.

Mexican avocado ban lifted, US Embassy announces

The U.S. Embassy in Mexico says that Washington is lifting a ban on inspections of Mexican avocados, freeing the way for exports to resume.

2022 Quest for Texas Best competition: How to enter a submission

H-E-B has issued a Texas-wide call for entries into the 2022 Quest for Texas Best competition. Submissions will be accepted February 23rd through April 7th.

National Drink Wine Day: Wine by the numbers

Americans from coast to coast are raising their glasses for National Drink Wine Day on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022.

Burning cargo ship full of Porsches adrift in Atlantic Ocean

The Felicity Ace cargo ship was carrying Porsches and other vehicles from Germany to the U.S. when it caught fire in the Atlantic Ocean and remains adrift.

US cities with the worst traffic congestion, according to GPS data

Between 2019 and 2021, traffic congestion has slowly increased as more businesses resume in-office operations and COVID-19 restrictions continue to lessen.

The price of fast fashion: How quick trends, 'throwaway culture' harm the planet

Fast fashion allows shoppers to hop on trends quickly and cheaply, with some never even wearing the same outfit twice. But experts say this convenience comes at a cost.

Alaska Airlines launches flight-subscription service to 16 West Coast cities

Alaska Airlines launched a subscription service for West Coast travel. Flight Pass members can fly up to 24 round-trip flights a year between 16 cities, including Los Angeles, Phoenix and Las Vegas.

Austin RV Expo takes over Austin Convention Center

The Austin RV Expo has hundreds of RVs, travel trailers, sprinter vans, and more while offering a chance to learn more about opportunities and life on the road.

Sofía Jirau becomes 1st Victoria’s Secret model with Down syndrome

“I can finally tell you my big secret... I am the first Victoria’s Secret model with Down syndrome!” the 24-year-old Puerto Rican model announced on Valentine’s Day.

Hostess announces caffeinated doughnuts

Hostess says each Boost Jumbo Donette contains almost as much caffeine as a cup of coffee (50-70 milligrams). Each doughnut is three times larger than a regular-sized donette.

World's heaviest strawberry officially gets title from Guinness

Weighing a whopping 10.19 ounces – more than half a pound – the titanic berry this week was declared the world's largest by Guinness World Records.

Austin Marathon runners can get free classic hummus at Aba Austin

Aba Austin, located on South Congress Avenue, is offering a complimnetary order of hummus to any runner that brings in their Austin Marathon bib from Feb. 20-25.

'Storyliving': Disney to develop US residential communities, starting in California

Disney plans to develop “Storyliving” residential communities across the U.S., including the first in Rancho Mirage, California, called “Cotino.”

Chaparral Ice at The Crossover repossessed on Monday, officials say

Chaparral Ice at The Crossover in Cedar Park was repossessed on Monday, officials say. The rinks have been renamed and are under new management.