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A neon sign at night featuring 'The Frisco,' a well-known diner in Austin that closed in 2018. The sign is shaped like a burger, glowing with bright neon colors: green for the lettuce, red for the bun, and yellow and white accents.

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A variety of pressed sushi with various fish and toppings sit in a geometrical pattern on a black table.

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A white Waymo Engineering self-driving vehicle parked on the side of a street. The car, a Jaguar I-PACE electric SUV, is equipped with multiple sensors and cameras on the roof, indicating its autonomous capabilities. The background features a large office or commercial building, and a few people stand nearby, casually chatting or observing the vehicle.

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Uber x Waymo partnership to bring driverless rideshares to Austin

Hundreds of new autonomous cars are coming to the Capital City, with the first fleet arriving in early 2025.

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The sign for Home Slice Pizza is of a winking chef holding a pizza

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A group of people preparing coffee at a coffee station. One person operates a grinder, while another pours milk into a cup. A third person stands nearby holding a menu or brochure. The setting is indoors with string lights and metal beams visible in the background. Disposable coffee cups are stacked on the counter in front of them.

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8 Austin hotels receive MICHELIN Keys

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An outdoor padel court facility with multiple courts enclosed by black wire fencing. The ground is covered in light-colored gravel, and there are gray sofas and black chairs under large, modern umbrellas for spectators. The scene is illuminated by uniquely designed streetlights with an evening sky overhead. Some people are seen playing on the courts in the background.

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Meet Madisen Skinner: H-E-B’s first name, image, and likeness deal

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The image shows the interior of a modern, stylish store called "Lip Lab Austin." The design features a clean, minimalist aesthetic with a combination of light and pink tones. In the foreground, there is a long counter with several white chairs neatly arranged, likely for customers to sit and participate in activities, such as customizing lip products. The back wall has a large, circular pink display with the store's name in white letters. The ceiling is adorned with round white light fixtures, adding to the chic and contemporary vibe. On the left side, there is a wall with the letters "XO" and other lip-themed decor, while the right side has shelves with various products displayed.

Culture

Lip Lab Austin is now open on South Congress Avenue

Create your ideal custom lipstick, lip gloss, or lip balm at the newly opened Lip Lab Austin location.

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The inside of a two-story mall facing a set of escalators. One to two stores appear to have lights on, while several others are empty or dark inside. Two people are seen walking on the upper level of the mall.

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Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped

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