Author: PM Staff
Happy Birthday, Mister Rogers
Everyone’s favorite neighbor was born today in 1928. Here’s some of our favorite memories.
We Can’t Look Away From This Bizarre ’80s Video
The first time Pittsburgh was rated America’s No. 1 city, we made a song about it. It's really ... something.
CMU’s Scrabble-Playing Robot Is Insulting, Just Like a Human
Welcome to the new frontier of human-computer interaction: realistic haters.
Fridays Are All Good at The Warhol
This month, The Andy Warhol Museum staff wants you to get caught up on exhibits during its special Good Friday promo.
We Have Proof That This is Not the Worst Winter Ever
Think we’ve got it bad now? Wait ’til you see the city’s coldest temperature on record. Hint: It more than bests our little 2014 Polar Vortex.
Pittsburgh is the 18th Selfiest City in America
TIME magazine’s study of hundreds of thousands of Instagram photos ranks our city startlingly high in self-obsession.
AlphaLab Ranked No. 6 Best Startup Accelerator in the U.S.
A study released today at the South by Southwest Festival lists the South Side incubator among the nation’s best.
Let Loose at the Library 'After Hours'
Yes, you read that correctly. Party at the Carnegie during After Hours.
‘Three Little Pigsburghers’ Children’s Book Gets Kickstarted
Cartoonist Joe Wos crowdfunds a Pittsburghese retelling of the classic tale in just three days.
Attention, Haters: Pittsburgh’s Sharks Are Super Chill, Nice Creatures
The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium’s sharks don’t pick on little fish. How come?
Google Fish Fry Map Will Lent You a Hand
Looking for a delicious battered fish sandwich or golden-brown pierogies on Friday? Here’s a handy guide.
Pittsburgh Winter Beerfest Features 300-Plus Craft Brews
Fill up with Church Brew Works, Penn Brewery, Fat Heads, East End Brewing Co., Red Star Kombucha and more.
‘Those Who Kill’ Star is the Latest Pittsburgh Convert
We chat with James D’Arcy about his new A&E drama, filming in Pittsburgh and his newfound love of the Penguins.
Slopes Illustrated: Yes, Pittsburgh is Epically Hilly
Just how hilly? Consult this nifty infographic.
Marc-Andre Fleury's Steelers-Themed Goalie Mask is the Coolest
Fleury will wear the mask during the NHL Stadium Series game against Chicago on March 1.
Be a Night Owl at the National Aviary
Head in for the 21-and-up night to experience the sights, sounds and tastes.
Splurge on Dessert from Gaby et Jules
Get your sweetheart something sweet at the Squirrel Hill patisserie.
ToonSeum Is Throwing a Wild Superhero Party
Channel your inner 6-year-old at the cartoon museum’s superhero-costume fundraiser.
Pitt Receives $300,000 NFL Grant for Concussion Research
Grant will fund a joint effort by UPMC and Pitt to assess the ability of new brain imaging technology to track concussions and recoveries.
Giant Potholes Got You Down? Tweet for Relief.
Pittsburgh City Council’s 311 Twitter account brings complaining into the 21st century.
Market Square to Turn into Magical Wonderland Tonight
North American debut of the interactive video and sound installation “Congregation” will light up downtown.
Butcher and the Rye Named James Beard Semi-Finalist for ‘Outstanding Bar’
Plus, another butcher is nominated for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic.
Peduto Gives Uber a Lyft
Mayor asks the Public Utility Commission to open up the market for the ride-sharing companies.
Dock Ellis ‘No No’ Documentary is Gaining Buzz
Kickstarter-funded documentary is about more than Ellis’ infamous no hitter on LSD.
Join Arcade Comedy Theater in Celebrating Its First Birthday
To commemorate its milestone, the downtown comedy club has a full schedule of events.
Dan Bylsma is a True American Hero
The new coach of Team USA will be taking no prisoners in Sochi.
Q+A: Pitt Law Professor Publishes Book on Iraq's Constitution
Instructor and scholar Haider Ala Hamoudi this fall put out a work detailing the backstory of the drafting of the document.
There’s a Pittsburgh-Themed Bar at the Sochi Olympics
Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name. And they’re always glad you came.
News Flash: Fukuda Now Takes Bitcoin
The Bloomfield restaurant allows you to use the online currency when paying for the chef's tasting menu.
Gawker Poll Says Lawrenceville is Pittsburgh’s Williamsburg
Readers vote Lawrenceville as the city’s hippest neighborhood.
Mayor Peduto is Pushing for Google Fiber in Pittsburgh
Could Pittsburgh be the fourth city in the nation to score the super-fast Internet?
Stop What You're Doing, the Puppy Bowl Practice Cam is Live
Live-stream the most important practice of the week. Puppy practice.
Where’s the Land of Opportunity? Pittsburgh, Says Harvard Study
Landmark study of social mobility finds Pittsburgh is the second-best place in the U.S. to climb the income ladder.
Pitt Announces Establishment of Brain Institute
The University of Pittsburgh will work to open its brain institute and conduct studies related to HIV and AIDS using gifted funds.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's Gallery Crawl Turns 10
Take in myriad exhibits during the regular (free!) gallery crawl before CrawlAfterDark starts.
Evgeni Malkin’s Instagram: Even More Heartwarming With English Subtitles
With our translations, now you can finally understand the ruminations of the most interesting man in the world.
Inevitable Richard Sherman WWF Mashup is Perfect
Pittsburgh viral video genius Benstonium creates another winner.
Defy Gravity (Yet Again) in the Cultural District
Mega Broadway hit "Wicked" returns to the Steel City for another run.
Dear God, No: Now They’ve Ruined Charlie the Tuna
The modern world continues to turn classic animated characters into bizarre CGI shticks.
Hundreds of Pittsburghers to Run in Their Underwear (for a Good Cause)
Cupid's Undie Run will raise funds for The Children’s Tumor Foundation on Valentine’s Day.
7 Stunning Photos of Frozen Pittsburgh
Now that the polar vortex has passed and we’ve thawed, we can finally appreciate the brutal beauty of the icy Allegheny.
Brave Little Steelers Fan Trolls Seattle Classmates With Epic Photobomb
Genius kid ruins Seahawks pride day picture with a classic pump fake.
This Time-Lapse Illustration of the Pittsburgh Skyline is Mesmerizing
Watch the illustrator Daniel Blaushild magically bring the skyline to life in just five minutes.
Pitt's Confucius Institute Receives Honor
The growing University of Pittsburgh program is named a 2013 Confucius Institute of the Year, its third such win in six years.
Seven Penguins Will Play at the 2014 Winter Games
Some of the city’s hockey stars were selected to represent their respective countries in Sochi.
Celebrate the 'Year of the Ox' with a Local Rock Outfit
Fist Fight in the Parking Lot debuts its latest release Saturday at Altar Bar.
Yahoo! Names Butcher and the Rye One of America’s Best New Bars
Downtown’s hottest new restaurant gets love for its “perfect Manhattan.”
