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Ukrainian folk group Kommuna Lux brings music, humanitarian mission to PittsburghVideo
With their country under attack by Russia, the musicians in Ukrainian folk band Kommuna Lux have a two-fold mission. First, they put on shows blending Balkan swing with klezmer music and traditional Ukrainian folk to help preserve the music and culture of their homeland. And second, those shows help raise...
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre to stage free ‘Under the Stars’ show at Hartwood Acres
A tradition is returning to Hartwood Acres with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s “Ballet Under the Stars” program on Aug. 24. With a variety of pieces from PBT classics past and future, this free performance will wow attendees of all ages. “We are pleased to be participating in this community-based tradition, and...
Greater Latrobe grad returns for 1 more competition at fair
T.J. Frye was set on skipping his last year of competition at the Westmoreland Fair. But as the fair week got closer, thoughts of potentially regretting that decision started creeping in. So with two weeks to go, he relied on about 14 years of experience to get ready one last...
Fake Labubu dolls surface under the name ‘Lafufu’
Do you collect Labubus? An urgent safety warning was just issued Monday warning about knockoff products called Lafufus — as they pose a serious risk of choking and death to young children. The popular creatures were created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung. He created “The Monsters” in 2015, first...
Pittsburgh musician Bill Toms on writing a more personal album, playing a new venueVideo
Guitarist Bill Toms has played at dozens of venues throughout the Pittsburgh region over his almost 40 years as a professional musician. But on Saturday, he’ll add a new one to the list with a show at Crafthouse in Whitehall. Bill Toms & Hard Rain will headline a show which...
Is Pittsburgh ready for Savannah Bananas? Things to know before a winner comes to PNC Park
There’s a hot ticket this weekend at PNC Park. Nope, it isn’t Bob Nutting bobblehead night. Nor is it Beyoncé to make up for the canceled August 2023 show. It’s not the Pirates, who are on the road for a series at Fenway Park in Boston. While they’re away, it’s...
MSNBC will change its name later this year as part of corporate divorce from NBC
Changing its mind about keeping its name, the MSNBC news network said Monday it will become My Source News Opinion World, or MS NOW for short, as part of its corporate divorce from NBC. The TV network, which appeals to liberal audiences with a stable of personalities including Rachel Maddow,...
Thinking about a heat pump? Some things to know about choosing what’s best for you
Federal incentives for home energy improvements are running out at the end of the year, so it’s decision time for anyone who has been thinking about a heat pump. The right decision can depend on where you live, how much you have to spend and how deeply you want to...
Vinny Palese finds his footing as a folk drifter amid Pittsburgh’s music scene
Singer-songwriter Vinny Palese considers himself a drifter in the Pittsburgh music scene. “Just blow in, cause a scene and then get out,” he said. His debut album, “Doesn’t Play Well With Others,” dropped in May after several EPs and singles over the past few years. ”It has a very at-home...
Fox Chapel surgeon makes the cut creating homemade pizza, BBQ
After living in seven states, surgeon Dr. David Turer of Fox Chapel is happy to call the region home. Maryland, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, New Jersey, Texas and Pennsylvania line his residential resume and professionally, multiple engineering degrees and a subsequent medical degree, residency and fellowships have resulted in a successful...
TV Talk: ‘Twisted Tale’ revisits Amanda Knox story from all anglesVideo
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. Hulu’s “Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox,” streaming its first two episodes Wednesday, upends expectations for a true crime miniseries with an embrace of magical realism that’s hinted at in the show’s title. Knox, who executive...
Pittsburgh Playwrights hits all the right notes with ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ at Madison Arts Center
“One, two, you know what to do.” The inaugural production held in Madison Arts Center’s new cabaret space is the third in Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company’s August Wilson’s American Century Cycle Experience, “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” Before Saturday’s matinee performance, founder and producing artistic/technical director of the company Mark Clayton...
‘He devoted his life to these things’: Late Pittsburgh artist Charles Jackson showcased at Greensburg Art Center
Walking through Sandra Jackson’s childhood home is akin to walking through an art museum. The Perrysville Avenue property in Pittsburgh’s North Side holds the artwork of Jackson’s father, Charles Jackson, who devoted nearly six decades of his life to documenting the city through paintings. A selection of his work —...
Asking for a Friend: How do I deal with a friend who is always late?
Q: I have a friend who is always late — whether it’s dinner, lunch, or even major events. How do I tell her this is unacceptable? Asking for a friend, Joy in Hempfield A: Consistently showing up late isn’t just annoying — it’s disrespectful of your time. The best approach...
2 of 5 surviving ‘Knight Rider’ cars reunited in Butler County; tractor-trailer restoration nearing completion
The world’s largest collection of screen-used Knight Rider cars is now in Butler County. The first Pontiac modified to portray the Knight Industries Two Thousand — KITT for short — and seen in the 1980s TV show’s iconic opening racing toward the screen in the desert is parked alongside one...
The Birdie offers up some preseason pigskin poetry for A-K Valley teams
Moments after The Birdie turned in his preseason prediction column, his phone rang. (Crazy Train ringtone. RIP, Ozzy.) It was the boss. The rest of the newsroom only heard one side of the conversation — the bird’s words — but it was enough to get the drift. “No. I am...
The Birdie offers Westmoreland County season predictions that surely won’t crash and burn
Technology and the Birdie never got along. The fast-talking featherweight clings to his collection of classic rock vinyl records, still uses pencil and paper to keep stats, and prefers reading hard copies of the daily newspaper. (The ink stains on his bony fingers are decades old. Stacks of papers clutter...
Worm in your tequila shot? Canada’s Dawson City has that beat with the ‘Sourtoe’Video
“You can drink it fast, you can drink it slow, but your lips must touch this gnarly toe.” These were the last words James “Jazz” Byers, 55, of Penn Hills heard before raising a shot of Yukon Jack to his lips. As he knocked the drink back, at the bottom...
Editorial: Why are Pittsburgh college students staying in hotels instead of dorms?
College students can take the dorm experience seriously. You can’t walk into Walmart or Target without hitting a wall of ready-for-campus furnishings and accessories. For many, the must-haves range from comforters and clothes baskets to microwaves and mini fridges. Social media is thick with inspiration pictures and decorating videos. But...
Front Porch Theatricals evoke color and light with ‘Sunday in the Park with George’
Earlier this summer, I had the opportunity to visit the Art Institute of Chicago. It’s an amazing collection that contains artifacts and art from all over the world, both old and new. But one of the most mesmerizing pieces in the whole museum is the massive “A Sunday Afternoon on...
Fox Chapel estate built to house late owner’s art collection lists for $4.5M
The late Charles G. Pauli was an art, furniture and antique collector who amassed such an extensive collection in his 50 years of traversing the globe that he designed an English-inspired manor residence in Fox Chapel large enough to showcase his collection. Pauli died in 2016 at the age of...
Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: Aug. 15
The following is a feature from TribLive: A weekly news quiz: 1. A local university signed a contract with Wyndham Grand hotel in Downtown that will place up to 90 freshmen in off-campus housing at the start of the fall semester. Which school is it? A/ Pitt B/ Duquesne C/...
Pittsburgh Playwrights delivers riveting production of August Wilson’s ‘Two Trains Running’
Continuing a winning streak with their August Wilson’s American Century Cycle Experience, Pittsburgh Playwrights’ production of “Two Trains Running” takes the audience on a fantastic ride — and marks a milestone. Playwrights has shown a long-standing dedication to producing Wilson’s work. As of this production, they have now twice completed...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Aug. 15-17
We may still be feeling the heat, but there’s a whisper of autumn in the air with back-to-school sales, Halloween decorations in stores and the return of football. But never fear, summer still has some good times to come. Here are a few events for the weekend. Westmoreland Fair Is...
5 highlights from Taylor Swift’s 2-hour Travis Kelce podcast interviewVideo
When the world found out this week Taylor Swift would be a featured guest on the “New Heights” podcast, fans were sent into a frenzy. It’s hosted by Swift’s boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, and his brother, retired fellow football player Jason Kelce. They teased the upcoming...
