Austin made the list of the Top 10 Sweatiest Cities in America. But some people in Florida are pissed that they didn't make the list. The Central Texas Area, including Austin, of course,was listed as one the Top 10 Chill Places in America. We found this and thought you needed a good tear-jerker. Local animal rights activists are accusing Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus trainers of abusive behavior towards the circus animals.... more ›

Want to see what the House of the Future will look like? You're in luck! Our very own UT Austin is home to one of 18 teams that are competing in the Solar Decathlon; a competition sponsored by the US Department of Energy's "Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy." The goal of this competition is to design, build, and operate the most attractive, effective, and energy-efficient solar-powered house. more ›