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Powerball jackpot climbs to $725M — 2nd highest this year
The Powerball jackpot rose to $725 million after no one secured the jackpot in Monday night’s drawing. The winning numbers were white balls 2, 24, 34, 53, 58 and red Powerball 13. Two people, one in California and one in Iowa, matched all five white balls but missed on the...
Be wary of scams as Amazon Prime Day kicks off, experts warn
NEW YORK — Amazon Prime Day is here. And, once again, experts are warning consumers of scams. Scams targeting online shoppers — often by impersonating companies like Amazon and other major retailers — are nothing new. But phishing attempts increase amid busy spending seen during significant sales events — from...
Madonna says she’s ‘on the road to recovery’ but postponing Celebration tour
Madonna has emerged to update fans on her health and the state of her impending Celebration tour following her hospitalization late last month. The Material Girl, who spent several days in the ICU after developing “a serious bacterial infection,” showed gratitude Monday on Instagram, thanking fans for their positive energy,...
‘Pittsburgh’s Historic Ballparks’ exhibit opening at North Side’s Photo Antiquities
The Pirates aren’t playing until Friday night because it’s Major League Baseball‘s all-star break — but there is still a way to get your fill of a ballpark atmosphere. Photo Antiquities Museum of Photographic History on the North Side has a gallery exhibit titled “Pittsburgh’s Historic Ballparks.” It’s inspired by...
Pittsburgh Pop podcast: Talking Thornburg native on ‘Jeopardy!,’ more local sports on WPCW-TV
In this episode of the “Pittsburgh Pop” podcast, host Tim Benz and TV Talk columnist Rob Owen discuss Pittsburgh pop culture news of the moment, including Erin Sheedy of Thornburg, who will compete on Tuesday’s episode of “Jeopardy!” (7:30 p.m. weekdays, WPXI-TV). The 2018 Oakland Catholic High School grad (and...
Derry Agricultural Fair goes on without chickens
The Derry Agricultural Fair has kicked off festivities for another year, but is missing some of its feathered friends. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has banned poultry and eggs from fairs across the state for another year because of high numbers of bird flu cases in the state. The ban...
The FDA is being asked to look into Logan Paul’s energy drink, which has the caffeine of 6 Coke cans
NEW YORK — An influencer-backed energy drink that has earned viral popularity among children is facing scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine. On Sunday, Sen. Charles Schumer called on the Food and Drug Administration to investigate PRIME, a beverage brand founded by the...
Galimard Pittsburgh allows customers to create their own perfume
Grace Keibler was handed a bottle of perfume with the name on the label reading “Will you marry me?” She turned around to find her boyfriend, Rob Gainor, down on one knee. She smiled and said “Yes.” The fragrance was created specifically by Keibler at Galimard Pittsburgh in Dormont, a...
Former ‘PittGirl’ blogger Virginia Montanez publishes first novel
“Nothing. Everything,” the first published novel by writer Virginia Montanez of North Huntingdon, takes place during the pandemic years. But don’t expect to find masks, covid tests or quarantining among its pages. “I was nervous about not writing the pandemic into this, because it clearly takes place during that time,”...
Review: Ed Sheeran’s layered performance equals pop perfection in PittsburghVideo
Ed Sheeran was more than 3,000 miles from home for Saturday night’s concert at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, but even that distance wasn’t enough to escape a soccer rivalry. In a sea of thousands, the Ipswich supporter still managed to spot a jersey of rival Norwich. “He’s worn the shirt...
Springdale Community Day brings out hundreds for second-year event
Lincoln Avenue in Springdale was packed with residents and people from nearby towns on Saturday for the borough’s second-ever Springdale Community Day. Hundreds attended the street festival, which shut down the 800 block of Lincoln Avenue. The street was filled with dozens of local vendors, food trucks, a face painting...
Second annual Westmoreland motorcycle ride benefits nonprofit Amanda’s Heart Foundation
Cavitt Street in Trafford was filled with sounds of laughter and the roar of motorcycles as guests prepared for the second annual Amanda’s Heart Foundation motorcycle charity run. Riders gathered in front of the Trafford American Legion Riders Post 331 and greeted each other. Each participant was welcomed either by...
‘Laundromutt,’ the first of its kind in area, to open in Brackenridge
The newest business in Brackenridge targets dirty clothes and muddy paws all in one spot. Horizon Wash Spa, the area’s first “laundromutt,” is set to open this summer at 1132 Brackenridge Ave. The self-serve facility offers laundry service for humans and dog-washing for four-legged friends. It will open by August...
Star Lake urges arriving early for Eric Church’s Outsiders Revival Tour
Eric Church’s 27-date Outsiders Revival Tour will land at The Pavilion at Star Lake on Saturday. The Washington County venue is advising fans to arrive early, as they are expecting a large crowd with heavy traffic. “We encourage carpooling and ride-share services, where possible, to cut down on delays and...
Wilson’s Bar-B-Q in North Side’s Perry South neighborhood ‘opening soon’
As Ira Lewis talked about plans to reopen Wilson’s Bar-B-Q on Thursday, the phone kept ringing with people inquiring about when the eatery will open. “People have been waiting,” Lewis said. “When I come in every day, there are 60-plus calls. And there are Facebook messages and texts.” Lewis doesn’t...
Multiple garden tours taking place this weekend in Pittsburgh neighborhoods
Summer is a time when gardens are in full bloom. The picturesque views create spaces to enjoy, which is why many garden tours are held in June and July, including the Wexford Garden and Pond Tour on July 8. “We have property owners who have done awesome work,” said event...
Tickets still available for Ed Sheeran concert at Pittsburgh’s Acrisure Stadium
Pittsburgh’s summer of big concerts continues Saturday. British pop star Ed Sheeran will take the stage at Acrisure Stadium on the North Shore. Opening guests are expected to be Khalid and Rosa Linn. Khalid missed the past few shows because he was in a car accident and it is not...
‘Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)’ is here. Here’s how to reconsider Taylor Swift’s transformative album
LOS ANGELES — In 2010, newly anointed as a Grammy winner, Taylor Swift released “Speak Now,” her third studio album and her first without a single songwriting collaboration. Her 2006 self-titled debut and 2008’s “Fearless” had inspired both acclaim and criticism for her bold bridges and keen lyricism — these...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: July 7-9
We’ve made it to the weekend. Here are some ways to spend it. Liberty Mile The Fleet Feet Liberty Mile is on Friday in Downtown. More than 1,500 runners are expected to participate in this evening race and compete for more than $23,000 in prize money. The first heat starts...
The Eagles set ‘swan song’ with Long Goodbye farewell tour
The Eagles are ready to fly one last time, soaring for a farewell tour this fall to cap off their five decades of touring. “The Eagles have had a miraculous 52-year odyssey, performing for people all over the globe; keeping the music alive in the face of tragic losses, upheavals...
Inaugural Northside Music Festival will feature more than 70 bands
Music in the middle of July returns once again to Pittsburgh’s North Side, but with a new name. The inaugural Northside Music Festival is happening July 14-16 within the heart of Deutschtown. Previously known as the Deutschtown Music Festival, the free, three-day event will feature more than 70 musical acts,...
No more free coffee on your birthday? Companies rein in customer rewards programs — here’s why
WASHINGTON — Reward programs, including birthday freebies and discounts, have long been a way for brands to build loyalty and incentivize spending. But now some companies are becoming a bit more stingy — and customers are taking notice. Last fall, for example, many balked at Dunkin’s decision to stop offering...
Inflatable domed structure in Pittsburgh ‘Architects of Air: Daedalum’ is an immersive experience
Cavernous domes, enchanting tunnels and captivating pods are located inside the multipeaked structure that’s situated in The Backyard, the summer arts park at the corner of Eighth Street and Penn Avenue in Downtown Pittsburgh. The exhibition is dubbed “Architects of Air: Daedalum.” The inflatable sculpture, known as a luminarium, was...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: July 7-9
Art exhibits Receptions are planned this weekend for two exhibits by local artists: • “Bloom,” with works in various mediums by Suzanne Panchura of Greensburg, 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Greensburg. The exhibit, running through July 25, is part of the...
Meta’s new Twitter rival app Threads gets tens of millions of sign-ups in its first dayVideo
Tens of millions of people have quickly signed up to Meta’s new app, Threads, as it aims to compete with Twitter — a sign that users are looking for an alternative to the social media platform that has undergone a series of unpopular changes since Elon Musk bought it. Meta...
