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Earth Day started as a U.S. ‘teach-in’ 56 years ago. Now it’s a global event
Millions of people around the world will pause Wednesday, at least for a moment, to mark Earth Day. It’s an annual event founded by people who hoped to stir activism to clean up and preserve a planet that is now home to some 8 billion humans and assorted trillions of...
Here are maps for the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh
Trying to figure out how to navigate NFL Draft week in Pittsburgh — and what to check out while you’re there? Fans will find most of the action centered in two key areas: the North Shore and Point State Park. The NFL has released maps for both zones, which are...
The Onion launches new bid to take over Alex Jones’ Infowars and turn it into a parody platform
The satirical news outlet The Onion is back with a new plan to take over the Infowars platforms of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones as his company faces liquidation over more than $1 billion in defamation judgments owed to relatives of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Under a...
The Afghan Whigs’ Greg Dulli on new track, songwriting, local food specialties and moreVideo
The Afghan Whigs are celebrating a milestone anniversary this year, marking 40 years since the band started back in 1986 in Cincinnati. Over the course of those 40 years, the alternative rock band has played several now-defunct clubs in Pittsburgh such as Club Laga and Graffiti. Frontman Greg Dulli even...
TV Talk: Duchovny revisits government secrets – real ones, this time – in ‘Secrets Declassified’Video
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. Now airing its second season on the History Channel, “Secrets Declassified with David Duchovny” (10 p.m. Tuesdays through May 12; then 9 p.m. Thursdays starting June 11) almost wasn’t a show Duchovny wanted to be...
‘True Colors’ of Phipps Conservatory shine through at Spring Flower ShowVideo
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is reflecting on their mission and history through its Spring Flower show this year, “True Colors.” The show, one of many rotating exhibitions throughout the year, is on display through April 26. “They’re a lot to put on,” said Ben Dunigan, director of horticulture for...
Going responsibly at the NFL Draft: Porta-potty etiquette 101
As fans flood Downtown Pittsburgh and the North Shore during the NFL Draft, there’s one thing that hopefully won’t be flooding: all of the portable toilets. From trash to smell to even potential physical altercations, there are plenty of pitfalls to porta-potties. Having somewhere to go on the go is...
How did Pittsburgh come to have 90 unique neighborhoods?Video
When out-of-town football fans come to Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft this week, they’ll find a patchwork of 90 unique neighborhoods, each with its own history, character and atmosphere. The draft itself will be held in the North Shore, a riverfront area best known for the stadiums where the...
TV Talk: Where and how to watch Draft coverage this week
The long-awaited NFL Draft arrives in Pittsburgh this week with ESPN, ABC and NFL Network planning robust coverage from Wednesday through Saturday. In addition, Disney+ and Hulu will stream coverage from the linear networks. With 14 hours of coverage dedicated to all 257 picks, established series covering the draft include...
Primanti’s for beginners: Do’s, don’ts, tips and tricks for eating Pittsburgh’s legendary sandwichVideo
The region’s restaurants have been busy preparing for a massive influx of guests. Frequently topping visitors’ “must-try” lists is Primanti Bros., maker of the so-called “Pittsburgh sandwich” that has become synonymous with the city itself. As locals well know, the iconic sandwich, served on thick-cut Italian bread, features grilled meat,...
Block party helps people discover ‘underappreciated treasure’ of the Maxo Vanka murals in Millvale church
While heads are often bowed in prayer inside churches, many were looking up in awe at a Millvale church on Sunday. For some, St. Nicholas Church was something like a man-made geode, its unassuming yellow brick walls containing a colorful treasure within. The treasure inside the 125-year-old Croatian church perched...
To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection
Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do. But...
Places to see in Pittsburgh during NFL Draft
In town for the NFL Draft? Don’t just hover around the draft stage — Pittsburgh has plenty worth your time between picks. Here are eight spots and experiences you might want to check out while visiting the city. 1. Point State Park While the main draft action is on the...
How many fans have attended the NFL Draft at past host cities?
The NFL Draft has grown into a destination event with between 500,000 and 700,000 fans expected to attend the festivities April 23-25, at Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park. Here’s a look at past host cities’ estimated attendance: 2015, Chicago, 200,000 2016, Chicago, 225,000 2017, Philadelphia, 250,000 2018, Dallas, 200,000...
Editorial: Good start, Harrisburg. Now finish the budget
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives is giving people reason to be optimistic. The lawmakers gave their approval Tuesday to the 2026-27 budget. The good news? This is the earliest a budget has moved this far in nine years. The bad news? This is not the finish line. Pennsylvania’s legislators —...
Game commission seeks entries for 2027 wildlife art contest
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is looking for artists’ best portraits of a Pennsylvania shorebird. The agency is seeking entries for its 2027 Working Together for Wildlife art contest. The featured category is shorebirds, and unlike in previous years, the 2027 contest is restricted to paintings. One or more shorebirds can...
Life jacket worn by a passenger who survived the Titanic auctioned off for over $900,000
LONDON — A life jacket worn by a passenger on RMS Titanic as she escaped the sinking steamship on a lifeboat sold at auction on Saturday for 670,00 pounds ($906,000). The flotation device was worn by Laura Mabel Francatelli, a first-class passenger on the doomed ocean liner, and is signed...
Western Pennsylvania’s wing culture remains something to cluck about
A hot batch of freshly fried chicken wings never goes out of style. Chicken wings are one of America’s favorite finger foods, and there’s no shortage of wing joints throughout the Pittsburgh region. Wing lovers apparently flock to join the private Facebook group “Pittsburgh Pizza, hoagie and wing joints,” with...
NFL Draft for Dummies: Answers to all the questions about Pittsburgh’s biggest sports bonanza
It’s been nearly two years since the official announcement that Pittsburgh would host the 2026 NFL Draft, set for April 23-25. The countdown clock is ticking down, the Draft stage (as of this writing) is almost built outside Acrisure Stadium, and throughout the city, preparations are underway. And yet, some...
Traffic and trepidation in the Persian Gulf could keep gasoline prices from dropping quickly
NEW YORK — After U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran’s foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz was fully open to commercial vessels after almost seven weeks of war, oil prices plunged 10% and the stock market rallied Friday. Motorists, hoping for relief at the pump, wondered how quickly gasoline...
Harry Potter-themed Airbnb brings the magic in New KensingtonVideo
Calling all muggles. Harry Potter fans — and those just looking for whimsical digs — can book a stay in a two-story Harry Potter-themed Airbnb rental created by uber-fan Kim Waits and her boyfriend, AJ Rassau, both of New Kensington. It’s the latest creative Airbnb endeavour for the couple, who...
Pittsburgh Symphony set to take on Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley and more
With the bustle of the NFL Draft looming in Pittsburgh and daily clouds of trepidatious news floating on the horizon, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra is set to remind patrons to slow down and try to appreciate that life is a beach. During “Tropical Rock” performances slated Friday through Sunday at...
New Constellations’ leap of faith pays off with new album and tour, including Pittsburgh showVideo
Around a year and a half ago, vocalist Harlee Case stood up on the couch at a New Constellations band practice and made a declaration about their jobs. “I was like, we need to quit Jan. 1. I’ll figure it out money-wise. I know in my heart that we’re not...
‘The Pitt’ finale brings relief — and karaoke — but not resolution
Editor’s note: This article contains spoilers for the second season finale of “The Pitt.” It never seemed likely the second season of “The Pitt” would end with the day shift knocking back beers together in Allegheny Commons Park. But as the credits to “9:00 P.M.” roll (and even after them,...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 17-19
It’s the final moment of calm before the storm. As we anticipate the NFL Draft descending upon our city next week, Pittsburghers tend to fall into two camps: those excited to head to the North Shore to party, or those ready to stock up on groceries and stay in the...
