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Filippo Menczer: Battling social media manipulation
On the surface this seems reasonable. If people like credible news, expert opinions and fun videos, these algorithms should identify such high-quality content. But the wisdom of the crowds makes a key assumption here: that recommending what is popular will help high-quality content “bubble up.” We tested this assumption by...
Letter to the editor: Stop GOP’s plans to invade privacy to back ‘big lie’
Every registered voter in Pennsylvania should be outraged by what the pro-Trump lackeys in our state government are now trying to do. They have issued subpoenas to seek the name, address, driver’s license number and partial Social Security number of every person who was registered to vote in the last...
How to infuse living spaces with color that feeds the soul
From experiences to surroundings, the past year has brought a renewed focus on feeding the soul. In an era of overstimulation and information overload, many are finding a new appreciation for living life minimally but with maximum experiences. That mentality is increasingly evident in all aspects of life, especially with...
Letter to the editor: A look at how Trump honored fallen soldiers
Regarding Ed Liberatore’s letter “Comparing presidents’ honor of fallen soldiers” (Sept. 15, TribLIVE): From the Huffington Post dated Sept. 2, 2020: “According to a review of Air Force records, there had been 96 ‘dignified transfers’ at Dover AFB since the start of Trump’s presidency, which saw the return of 127...
Editorial: Canine comfort can help in the halls of justice
A courthouse can be an intimidating place, even if you aren’t charged with a crime. Victims of crime can have to relive their worst moments while facing down an attacker. A witness might have to find the strength to participate in the process. Family court cases, such as custody disputes,...
5 tips to safely celebrate Halloween with your pets
Whether heading to a party, celebrating on social media or greeting little ghouls and goblins at home, getting the entire family — including the four-legged family members — involved in the Halloween festivities can be the biggest treat of all. However, it’s important to take some precautions to avoid spooking...
The Stroller, Sept. 25, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Valley News Dispatch is compiling a list of autumn events and Halloween parades, parties and trick-or-treat nights. Send an email to cpinto-smith@triblive.com. 5K run and 1-mile walk to benefit Roaring Run Watershed Association The Roaring Run Watershed Association Howl at the Moon 5K run and 1-mile Fun Walk will...
Letter to the editor: Commissioners should work with residents on ARP funds
The American Rescue Plan is confirmed. It’s designed to bring major improvements through out our nation. With skilled management it ensures the power to resolve glaring disparities currently existing in Westmoreland County, and particularly to its at-risk communities. For that to happen requires a closer relationship between our county commissioners,...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 24, 2021
High schools Field hockey Saturday’s schedule Class 3A Pine-Richland at Peters Township, 12 p.m. Nonsection Norwin at Latrobe, 2:30 p.m. Mt. Lebanon at Upper St. Clair, 12:30 p.m. Attached and below. High schools Friday’s results WPIAL Class 6A Canon-McMillan 61, Baldwin 7 Central Catholic 24, North Allegheny 7 Mt. Lebanon...
2021 WPIAL statistical leaders for rushing, passing, receiving in Week 4
Top performers for Week 4 of high school football in Western Pennsylvania. Passing 328 - Thomas Burke, Leechburg (11 of 16) 290 - Neimiah Azeem, OLSH (17 of 25) 274 - Mac Schnur, Butler (8 of 16) 270 - Brad Birch, Gateway (21 of 35) 267 - Hayden Teska, Greensburg...
Week 4 high school football roundup for Sept. 24, 2021: North Catholic takes down East Allegheny
Joey Prentice rushed for 114 yards and scored on a pair of 1-yard runs to lead No. 2 North Catholic to a 31-14 victory against East Allegheny (2-3, 1-1) in the Class 3A Allegheny Conference on Friday night. Kyle Tipinski added two rushing touchdowns for North Catholic (5-0, 2-0). Michael...
This date in sports history: Sept. 25Video
1866 — Jerome Park, named for its founder, Leonard Jerome, opens in the Bronx in New York. Jerome, seeking to emulate the British racing system, also establishes the American Jockey Club, precursor to the present Jockey Club, formed in 1894. 1920 — Molly Bjurstedt Mallory wins her fifth title in...
Monessen beats Jefferson-Morgan, runs win streak to 3
Patience is a virtue. And for the Monessen football program, first-year coach Wade Brown has preached patience since Day 1. After dropping their first two games of the season to Washington and Imani Christian, the Greyhounds have pushed through adversity and are now on a three-game winning streak after a...
Gallagher leads Laurel Highlands over West Mifflin, sets up showdown with Belle Vernon next week
Laurel Highlands boys basketball coach Rick Hauger has said that the moment is never too big for Rodney Gallagher. Mustangs football coach Rich Kolesar easily could use Hauger’s quote when it comes to the football field. Laurel Highlands’ star quarterback was up to the challenge Friday night in a 27-7...
Pirates farm report for Sept. 24, 2021: Bradenton sweeps championship series
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 58-64) narrowly beat Omaha (Royals), 9-8. RHP James Marvel (6-7, 5.46) gave up five runs over six innings with eight strikeouts. Indianapolis hit four home runs: 1B Mason Martin had his first two Triple-A long balls, and DH Oneil Cruz (3 for 4) and SS Rodolfo Castro (2...
Whitlock’s big play lifts Belle Vernon over Thomas Jefferson in game that lives up to hype
The Big 8 Conference battle between Belle Vernon Area and Thomas Jefferson lived up to every bit of the hype. The big-play Leopards and the powerful Jaguars spent everything they had battling on “The Beach” at James Weir Stadium. In the end, it was Devin Whitlock doing Devin Whitlock things....
Rudy Giuliani not welcome at Fox News, report says
NEW YORK — It’s no coincidence that Fox News viewers haven’t been keeping up with the Giulianis in recent months, a new report claims. Rudy Giuliani, an ex lawyer for former President Donald Trump, has not appeared on the highly viewed cable channel for three months, according to Politico, which...
Hampton ground game too much for Highlands as Talbots roll to 5-0
Hampton’s running back-by-committee is continuing to work out well. The Talbots played ball-control football and rolled to a 27-7 victory Friday over Highlands at Golden Rams Stadium. Christian Liberto, Brock Borgo and quarterback Matt DeMatteo combined for 156 yards on 25 carries, chiefly on plays that kept the clock running....
Robert Morris University receives $1 million donation
A donation of $1 million from Alba Tull and the First Light Capital Group will help Robert Morris University launch the RMU Century Initiatives and Innovation Fund as part of the university’s 100th-year anniversary celebration. The RMU Century Initiatives and Innovation Fund provides resources to launch and reboot programs critical...
Colorado girl killed on theme park ride was not strapped in, report says
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — A Colorado Springs 6-year-old girl on a mine shaft ride wasn’t strapped in before she was thrown and plummeted 110 feet, and operators ignored a system to warn them of the danger, state investigators said in a report. Wongel Estifanos, who died at Glenwood Caverns Adventure...
Unemployment refunds going out to those Pa. overcharged 5 years after issue discovered
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan newsroom powered by The Philadelphia Inquirer in partnership with PennLive/The Patriot-News, TribLIVE/Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and WITF Public Media. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Five years after discovering it had overcharged thousands of Pennsylvanians millions of dollars in interest, the state Department of...
Villanueva experiencing ups and downs after joining RavensVideo
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Alejandro Villanueva’s military background gives him a unique perspective on life as an offensive tackle. It’s pretty intense. “I think that offensive linemen are very dark people in a lot of ways,” Villanueva said. “I think it’s a position where, when you close your eyes before...
Quinn on Nutrition: How a healthy diet may help us get through the pandemic
I’m seeing more reports about how nutrition may help us fight against covid-19. No one is saying we can totally avoid the disease or cure it if we eat right. But the case for improving our diets to get through this pandemic is certainly strong. Our immune system, after all,...
Trump Organization faces deadline to comply with N.Y. attorney general subpoenas
NEW YORK — The Trump Organization faces an imminent court deadline to comply with subpoenas issued by New York Attorney General Letitia James nearly two years ago, a newly unsealed order reveals. Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Arthur Engoron wrote that President Donald Trump’s company must provide a report on Sept....
If cost is a barrier, here are free and low-cost alternatives to therapy
Therapy can be great. It also can be expensive. The Affordable Care Act included a mandate for insurers to cover mental health care as an essential service. But consumers may discover a wide gulf between what’s technically covered by their plan and what they can afford. If your plan has...
