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- 1Austin luxury homes buck the national housing slowdown▼Austin luxury homes are bucking the housing slowdown. Here's why
Luxury home sales in Austin, Texas are defying the broader housing market slowdown, continuing to attract buyers even as higher mortgage rates cool sales elsewhere. The Austin American-Statesman reports on why the high-end segment is holding up, pointing to continued demand from wealthy buyers less dependent on financing. The trend sets Austin apart from many other US metro areas.
- 2Opinion: Texas should restore climate change to school curriculum▼Texas should restore climate change to core curriculum | Opinion
An opinion piece in the Austin American-Statesman argues that Texas should restore climate change to its core school curriculum. The author contends that students in the state deserve formal, science-based education on climate change as part of their standard schooling. The article is prompting discussion about how Texas public schools teach climate science.
- 316 Safety Tips for ACL Fest and F1 Fans in Austin▼Heading to ACL Fest or F1? 16 tips to help you stay safe
The Austin American-Statesman has published a list of 16 safety tips for people attending the ACL Fest music festival and the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. The guidance covers how attendees can protect themselves and their belongings while enjoying the city's major back-to-back events, which draw large crowds and heavy traffic to the area each autumn.