Joshua Baer, known as an “Austinpreneur, ” helped launch Austin’s tech scene. He started Capital Factory in 2009, a venture‑capital hub that backs startups from robots to autonomous ships. Baer was famous for encouraging people to leave corporate jobs and start their own businesses. The Austi
Researchers have found that people with multiple sclerosis (MS) often show a brain age that’s older than their actual years. This gap, called brain-predicted age difference (brain-PAD), is linked to worse physical disability and trouble with memory or focus. But here’s the big question: Could certai
The European Union just agreed to a major change in how it handles people who arrive without permission. Instead of processing asylum claims inside Europe, countries could now send some arrivals to special centers built in other countries. This idea is part of a larger push to make it easier to send
Every three years, a city in the U. S. gets to host the National Folk Festival, and Jackson, Mississippi is getting its second chance. Starting in November 2026, the event will bring together around 300 artists, including musicians, dancers, and storytellers, for a three-day celebration of American
Bitcoin prices recently pushed past $66, 000, while Ethereum and XRP held on to recent gains. Some investors grew nervous after about $3 billion flowed out of Bitcoin ETFs earlier this year, making people wonder if digital money was losing its appeal. Experts say this pullback looks more like a norm
Iceland is preparing a public vote that could bring the island nation back into talks about joining the European Union. The decision is not a direct yes‑or‑no on membership, but rather whether to reopen negotiations with Brussels. A second referendum would be required if the talks move forward. The
The European Investment Bank can still grow its loan portfolio, says President Nadia Calvino. She told reporters at a European summit that the bank is ready to help fund key EU goals, from defense and energy to business growth. Calvino explained that the bank’s owners – the EU member states – are
Lithuanian makers are stepping up to fill a gap in Ukraine’s drone gear. A company called Aktyvus Photonics is making its tiny laser‑targeting kits lighter and cheaper. The new model fits in a hand, weighs only 200 grams, and can be used with small drones that Ukraine already flies. The fir
The museum in Bentonville has added 114, 000 square feet to its campus, a 50 percent jump that brings fresh galleries, studios and even an elevated café into the fold. The new space is meant to weave art, architecture and the surrounding Ozark woods together more tightly than before. The deputy d
In the heart of Scotlandville, a bright Saturday saw families gathering for a free day of fun and learning. The festival opened at 11 a. m. , inviting children to stroll through an entrance tunnel that buzzed with excitement. Organizers wanted every child to feel noticed and encouraged, so they p
