Author: PM Staff
How CMU Tech is Driving NASA's Mission to Mars
Great Minds: Research developed at CMU's National Robotics Engineering Center is helping the Curiosity rover navigate the Red Planet.
Cinema Under the Stars
PMWeekend: The city's popular Cinema in the Park series has expanded to eight locations this summer.
Things Looking 'Up' in Shadyside
Eat Street: Interview with chef Ron DeLuca of the new Shadyside eatery ^UP.
25 Fun Things Under $25
We’re always on the lookout for great activities that won’t break the bank. Here are 25 affordable outings to fill your calendar.
Tap Into the City's Pop-Up Beer Gardens
Where will the next epic outdoor party pop up?
Make Art a Laughing Matter
Inject some humor into your art at the Society for Contemporary Craft.
CMU App Turns Language-Learning Into a Fun Game
Plus, Stephen Colbert to visit the Pitt campus this fall and a Point Park professor helps preserve WWII veterans' stories.
Guitars Take Over Carnegie Science Center
Plus, stretch out your Saturday morning with Bikram yoga and get your Broadway fill with 'Annie' at the CLO.
Chef Talk With Alan Peet of Marty's Market
Plus, the team behind Alla Famiglia opens a third eatery in the Strip.
The Porch at Schenley Expands Menu
New salads feature just-picked goods from The Porch's living roof.
Kayak Pittsburgh Will Put You Up the River (With a Paddle)
For $15 per hour, you can get the best view in Pittsburgh this weekend.
Domo Arigato, Dr. Roboto?
CMU professors working to make surgery faster and simpler with robots.
Legume to Serve Grass-Fed Burgers
The 2012 Best New Restaurant adds fresh burgers ground in-house with meat from Jamison Farm.
Research: Your Unconscious Mind Made You Click the Viral Puppy Video
New research from Carnegie Mellon team could be a game-changing consumer marketing tool.
New Farmers Market Comes to Beaver County
Bridgewater Farmers Market offers 30 varieties of apples, goat-milk fudge, lotions and soaps, homemade pasta and sauce.
World-Class Live Jazz Takes Over Cultural District
JazzLive Crawl offers 20 simultaneous performances at downtown bars, galleries and stages.
Pitt Launches Robotics Academy for High School Students
Plus, Chatham offers a summer course in Sustainability and CMU puts the spotlight on eco-centric theater.
Milk Shake Factory Unveils Special "Brunch" Menu
On Mother's Day, the local favorite will offer several brunch-inspired flavors like Strawberry Parfait and Banana-Nut Muffin.
What We're Eating: Dor-Stop's Banana-Stuffed Hotcakes
Plus, get a taste of the Netherlands ... or just a taste of Brookline.
CMU Goes the Extra Mile on Biking Initiative
Plus, Chatham hosts a female social entrepreneur and Duquesne is named a top green university.
Chef Talk: Casa Rasta's Antonio Fraga
The Mexico City native's Beechview restaurant serves up some of the city's best tacos.
Peep This
Pittsburgh Popcorn Co. hatches a new Marshmallow Peep flavor for a limited time only.
CMU Wants You to Sling Your Mobile Data Responsibly
Plus, a New York Times Magazine food columnist speaks at Chatham and W&J receives a prestigious award.
Get Fresh at the 2012 Farm to Table Conference
Sixth-annual event brings foodies together at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Las Velas Offers Flavorful Mexican Fare
Plus, it's your last chance to vote in our Best Restaurants Readers' Poll.
WVU Researcher Designs Monitoring System for Marcellus Wells
Thanks to solar power and cell phones, Dr. Michael McCawley monitors remote gas wells from his laptop.
Hotspots: Where We're Eating in March
In addition to a green beer or six, we're also celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a Guinness-Stout cupcake from Sugar Cafe.
Enjoy Beer and Books 'After Hours' at Carnegie Library
Plus, the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre performs an 'Uncommon' show and Rivers Casino's penny slots offer cheap thrills.
Bakery Square Event Embraces Food and Friends on V-Day
Plus, Legume relocates, elevates Oakland's dining scene and Elements' Bar 4 features an extra-yummy happy hour.
CMU Students Star in Google Sky Map Collaboration
Plus, a WVU team develops a solar-powered log cabin and a Pitt degree is named one of the best values in higher education.
French Native Brings Pastry Expertise to Pittsburgh
Plus, a second Tamari site opens in Warrendale and a local chocolatier creates perfect cordials.
Last Chance for Cheaps Eats at Restaurant Week
Plus, Winghart's adds a location in Warrendale and Mon Aimee's hot cocoa will warm your cackles.
Chris Bonfili Opens B Gourmet
Plus, the Girl Scouts roll out a new cookie and our food report tells you what's hot now, 5 minutes ago and yesterday.
Sousa Plans to Reopen Station Street Hot Dog
Plus, delicious Peruvian cuisine lands in Squirrel Hill and Sunseri's in the Strip serves up fresh-baked cheap eats.
Young Musicians Rock Diesel
Plus, a celebration of women and books in Bethel Park and After Dark combines dinner with (shocker) drinks.
11 Things We Love in January
The holidays might be over, but these items are still at the top of our wish list.
Cal U Brings da Vinci to Campus
Plus, Pitt student's website eliminates bookstore woes and high schoolers get a taste of robotics at RMU.
Local Bake Shop Offers Many Ways to Enjoy Gingerbread
Plus, the pair behind Alla Famiglia opens new eatery and Morton's creates a new holiday drink.
Catch 'A Wonderful Life,' Make Someone Else's Better
Plus, Gab Bonesso bends stand-up to her will and a non-traditional Christmas experience at The Warhol.
New Mt. Washington Bakery Satisfies Sweet Cravings
Plus, Mad Mex fits an entire holiday meal in one burrito and Meat & Potatoes gets reviewed.
One of a Kind Boutique Drops in Downtown
Plus, DIY holiday gifts in the Strip and the perfect party soundtrack.
Pitt Researchers Develop Wearable Weight-Loss Device
Plus, Chatham introduces a new program for local businesswomen and RMU purchases a new building.
Notion Relocating to the East End
Plus, Monday jazz at Park Bruges and cookie classes at Sweetwater Center in Sewickley.
Enter to Win Four Tickets to Kennywood's Holiday Lights
Get in on the city's newest holiday must-see.
The Porch at Schenley Opens in Oakland
Plus, live coverage of the Whiskey and Fine Spirits Festival and accolades for Salt's Kevin Sousa.
Heroes and Villains Square Off at the Warhol
Plus, if Light Up Night doesn't warm your heart, the Whiskey and Fine Spirits Festival will.
Trader Joe's Opens Another Store in South Hills
Plus, chef talk with Verde's Lynette Bushey and a great Greek takeout spot in Lawrenceville.
CMU Gadget Turns Any Surface Into Touch-Screen Display
Plus, Cal U receives props for veterans initiatives and Chatham is poised for international expansion.
