Lifestyle

Every city has its own unique culture, and Pittsburgh is no exception.

Despite what a lot of November’s afternoons would have you believe, the weather is finally turning wintry.

For many families, not long after the Thanksgiving turkey and pumpkin pie are polished off, it’s time to put up the holiday decorations.

At the stroke of midnight, discounts and deals kick off the race to finish your shopping list. So what’s with the dark name “Black Friday”?

Even if you’re reading this before Thanksgiving, it’s time to start thinking about what’s next – the widely dreaded act of holiday shopping.

While Pittsburgh is known as the Steel City and innovations in that industry, it lays claim to great inventions in a variety of fields – some that may come as a surprise.

Decorating your workspace in a way that reflects your style and personality is not only a fun project, but it can also help you feel more comfortable and inspired sitting at your desk during the workday, which for many of us, is eight-plus hours a day.

With the temperatures dropping, now is the perfect time to focus on your fall garden.

The right to vote is among the most precious we share as Americans. But traditionally, too few of us participate in mid-term elections.

Although we’ve always enjoyed trick-or-treating and getting to dress in our favorite costumes, consider a new tradition you can add to the list this year – giving back to the community.

Here are some useful productivity tools and apps to help improve your performance and spend less time scrolling and scoffing on social media.

Residents of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County are greatly impacted by the tourists that visit annually.

During September’s National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, it is useful to know some of the signs that someone is at risk for suicide or considering the act

As the flavors of summer drift away, it’s the perfect time to start experimenting with some treats (no tricks, just yet) you can make and enjoy throughout the coming months.

Whether you’ve been in your role for a while, or you’re starting a new job and getting acclimated, there’s always room to improve your confidence at work.

The autumnal equinox is here, but we’re just at the start of the season for fall activities and events.

For the most social of us, working remotely can be hard – and working from home can be harder.

Determined not to join the sad Lost Luggage Club whose membership is exploding in Europe, I vowed to pack for six weeks in a carry-on.

MyAdvisor, a mental health and wellness care organization focused on helping employers provide wellness services to employees, is located in rural Ebensburg, Pennsylvania, but its reach is nationwide – and 24/7/365.

If you haven’t gotten a chance to check out our Behind the Byline series, don’t sweat it. We’re highlighting a trio of recent interviews that offer valuable perspectives from local journalists here in Pittsburgh:

Downtown’s Strawberry Way has a lovely ring to it, but Rainbow Road? Doesn’t it just scream with color? If the name alone doesn’t brighten your mood, then check out the 440-foot-long, multicolored mural at your feet.

On Aug. 20, Yinzers near and far will be able to show their love for the city while giving back during the Yinzer 4.12K.

Ah, the first day of school. The excitement, the anticipation and, most of all, the anxiety for first-time parents lingers in the air. Here are five tips for first-timers to combat those worries:

Among America’s many health care challenges is portability.

The way you design your home tells a story – it can convey your interests, values and what excites you.

If you’re feeling a little disconnected from the community after the past couple of years, there are few better ways to jump back in than by volunteering.

Celebrate, Keystone Staters: July 20 is National Pennsylvania Day.

If you’ve always wanted to get Zen, now is the time! Align your chakras and try these three inexpensive outdoor yoga classes in Pittsburgh this summer:• Rooftop Yoga: For $12, this yoga class comes with a relaxing, grounding sequence and post-session biergarten to take the edge off.

For some people, music is more of a distraction than a motivator.

The recent tragedy in Texas is once again shining a spotlight on children’s mental health. Even when current events are not hitting so close to home, the issue is of utmost importance, as research shows depression and anxiety disorders increasing in adolescents and many of those conditions beginning in early childhood.