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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Kamala Harris makes surprise visit to ‘SNL,’ promising to ‘end the dramala’
At the tail end of an arduous, hotly contested presidential election campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris managed to have the last laugh. On ” Saturday Night Live,” that is. Appearing in the episode’s cold open as the mirror image of Maya Rudolph’s Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee reassured herself: “You...
Obesity a national epidemic among cats and dogs, experts say
Pudgy pets are a problem in America. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, a shocking 56% of dogs and 60% of cats in the U.S. are classified as overweight or obese. World Pet Obesity Week occurred in October. Veterinarian Dr. Nicole Milligan, owner and operator of Sarver Animal...
Owner of Z!Eats in O’Hara wants to create community gathering spot
Longtime Martin Elementary secretary Kim Greco retired from the New Kensington-Arnold School District and decided downtime wasn’t her style. On a whim, albeit a researched one, Greco purchased the Zoup franchise in Fox Chapel Plaza, near The Waterworks. “I always wanted to own my own business. I thought maybe an...
TGI Fridays files for bankruptcy protection as sit-down restaurant struggles continue
Restaurant chain TGI Fridays filed for bankruptcy protection Saturday, saying it is looking for ways to “ensure the long-term viability” of the casual dining brand after closing many of its branches this year. The Dallas-based company’s Chapter 11 filing in a Texas federal court accelerates a gradual decline for an...
Japan’s Mount Fuji snowless for longest time ever
For the longest time on record, Japan’s Mount Fuji has been without snow. As of Halloween, the country’s tallest mountain was still without snow. This marks the longest period on record, The Weather Channel reported. The volcano’s snowcap begins forming on Oct. 2 on average, The Guardian said. Last year,...
Goose singer/guitarist talks spontaneity, stage setup ahead of Pittsburgh show 
Maintaining spontaneity is a crucial ingredient for a jam band like Goose, which is known for its improvisation amid fluid, marathon performances. “That’s an interesting and ultimately a mysterious thing in and of itself,” guitarist/singer Rick Mitarotonda said. “Some nights, things just flow pretty readily and some nights they don’t....
‘Pittsburgh Steelers: An Illustrated Timeline’ documents the team’s storied history
Jim Wexell spent weeks during the summer of 2023 in the library, but not just any library. It was the Pro Football Hall of Fame library in Canton, Ohio. There, he perused everything written about the Pittsburgh Steelers’ storied franchise as he researched book ideas. Wexell filled 10 legal pads...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Nov. 1-3
One last round of scary good times can be found this post-Halloween-kend. Laugh, eat, share, groove and browse with some killer events. Here are a few fun things to check out. Hometown Homegrown Take a bite of everything Pittsburgh at the Heinz History Center in the Strip District. Their Hometown-Homegrown...
TV Talk: Networks warn viewers before airing some political ads
In recent weeks, particularly during sporting events and news broadcasts, broadcast TV outlets have aired content warnings before televising political ads that carry anti-trans messaging and in front of ads with graphic images for a little-known anti-abortion presidential candidate. “The following political advertisement contains graphic images that may disturb viewers,”...
Pittsburgh Public Theater transports audience into fantastical world of ‘The Hobbit’
For anyone who loves adventure, Pittsburgh Public Theater breathes new life into a classic journey with their production of “The Hobbit,” running at the O’Reilly Theatre in downtown Pittsburgh through Nov. 10. And yeah, this one’s kind of for the nerds. Many know the tale of J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit,”...
5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Nov. 1-3
Spooky season has ended, but there’s plenty autumn left to enjoy the crisp weather and beautiful scenery before it starts to turn cold for the winter. Here are some events taking place across Westmoreland County this weekend. Pumpkin pitchin’ Devout Brewing in Penn Township will host its second annual “pumpkin...
Interview: Original ‘Housewife’ Luann de Lesseps brings Countess Cabaret show to Pittsburgh
Luann de Lesseps, perhaps better known as Countess Luann as one of the original castmates of “The Real Housewives of New York City,” has gotten used to explaining her version of cabaret. ”It’s really a personal story, how culture meets cabaret meets comedy meets a fashion show, because I’ll be...
Pennsylvania woman is now believed to be the oldest living person in North America
GREENVILLE, Pa. — A 114-year-old Pennsylvania woman is now believed to be the oldest living person in North America. Naomi Whitehead, who lives in a senior care community in Greenville West Salem, attained that status after Elizabeth Francis of Texas died on Oct. 22. Whitehead, who says she never smoked...
TV Talk: ‘The Diplomat’ is Netflix’s best ongoing drama 
Netflix stated a goal of creating TV shows that are like “gourmet cheeseburgers,” but those patties often come off the grill more McDonald’s and less Five Guys. However, returning drama “The Diplomat” is that Netflix rarity: A great show. Now streaming all six episodes of its second season, “The Diplomat”...
McDonald’s E. coli case count rises as federal officials inspect an onion grower
WASHINGTON — Federal officials on Wednesday reported more cases of E. coli poisoning among people who ate at McDonald’s, as government investigators seeking the outbreak’s source identified an “onion grower of interest” in Washington state. The Food and Drug Administration said 90 people across 13 states have fallen ill in...
Jonah Goldberg: Donald Trump or Kamala Harris? Here’s how I’m going to vote in this election and why.
Contrary to what some newspaper owners think, this is the time for endorsements. Look elsewhere if that’s what you came here for. Instead, I’ll just focus on how I personally think about the election, starting with my vote. I’m not going to vote for either of them. But that doesn’t...
‘& Juliet’ is a sparkly, poppy phenom at the Benedum Center
Jukebox musicals — musicals that use existing music to tell a new story — have become a little stale since “Mamma Mia!” shot the genre into prominence 25 years ago. So it’s especially impressive that “& Juliet” managed to bring a fresh take to two things: jukebox musicals and Shakespeare’s...
Democrats are leaning on celebrity star power. Will it matter?
WASHINGTON — Kamala Harris has Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift and Beyoncé. Donald Trump has Kid Rock, Waka Flocka Flame and Hulk Hogan. As the 2024 campaign whirls into its final week, Democrats are noticeably leaning on their star power advantage, calling on a diverse range of celebrities to endorse Harris,...
Iron Maiden, Kacey Musgraves, Dave Matthews Band highlight top November concerts in Pittsburgh
A classic metal band, a genre-bending country singer and a newly inducted member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are coming to Pittsburgh. Here’s a look at some of the top shows coming to the region in November: Top concerts Nov. 8: Iron Maiden, The Hu at PPG...
Here are 5 book recommendations for Halloween season
It’s Halloween week — you might be looking for some new creepy recommendations. Here are five spooky books you should read this week: ‘Long Bright River’ by Liz Moore This is a heart-wrenching tale of family in the throes of addition, corruption in law enforcement and perseverance in the face...
TV Q&A: Who’s the new forecaster on KDKA-TV?
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen answers reader questions every Wednesday at TribLive.com in a column that also appears in the Sunday Tribune-Review. Q: Who’s the new weatherman on KDKA-TV? — Ed, Oil City Rob: With the TV season now back in full swing, it’s unsurprising that some folks...
Seafood restaurant, bar in the works to replace Park Bruges in Highland Park
A new seafood restaurant and bar will replace Park Bruges on Bryant Street in Highland Park in the new year. “We’re hoping to close in January on the deal, maybe use the month of February to change things up,” said Angela Earley, who will take over the space. Earley, co-owner...
Teri Garr, the offbeat comic actor of ‘Young Frankenstein’ and ‘Tootsie,’ has died 
LOS ANGELES — Teri Garr, the quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star of such favorites as “Young Frankenstein” and “Tootsie,” has died. She was 79. Garr died Tuesday of multiple sclerosis “surrounded by family and friends,” said publicist Heidi Schaeffer. Garr battled...
CMU grad Ravish Momin, who performs as Sunken Cages, brings ‘digital folk music’ back to Pittsburgh
While Ravish Momin was studying engineering at Carnegie Mellon University in the mid 1990s, he was getting another education in music. “Long story short, I ended up begrudgingly doing an engineering degree, which I did not want to do,” Momin said with a laugh. “Parental pressure, all that stuff, and...
As Halloween approaches, tourists visit a home with a gruesome past and tunnels said to be haunted
FALL RIVER, Mass. — “Lizzie Borden took an axe, and gave her mother 40 whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father 41.” That rhyme has been passed down through the generations to describe the horror that took place at the Borden household in 1892. While...


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