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Technology is rapidly changing many traditional industries, and the construction sector won’t be immune to it.

Many of us will celebrate with cookouts along with family and friends, but Memorial Day isn’t possible without those who can’t join the parties, the ones who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

Many in our society are focusing on making their lives greener. But for some, the concept seems so vast that it’s hard to understand the lingo.

Jason McKoy was diagnosed with stage 4 lymphoma in November 2018. Chemotherapy left him with chronic fatigue, and he was unable to keep working – but bills don’t stop for cancer.

If spring is a time for renewal, in 2019, the season is one of endings for some of pop culture’s most influential tales of the past decade.

It might be a weird question you never thought of, but there’s an answer. Google “What direction should a ceiling fan rotate?” and you’ll see articles from Home Depot, Consumer Reports and Southern Living.

With spring comes a temptation to escape the city for the great outdoors, but there’s just not always time to get away to the Laurel Highlands. Luckily, Pittsburgh’s bountiful parks ably fill the void.

Occasionally making yourself inaccessible is essential to boosting focus. A survey found that always being reachable – checking emails during off days, scrolling through social media, responding to texts 24/7 – is associated with higher stress levels. This is known as “continuous partial attention,” a state of alertness largely driven by FOMO.

The season for poolside get-togethers with friends and family is quickly approaching, and with it the need for parents and caregivers to keep water safety top of mind.

Pittsburgh is the epicenter of the opioid epidemic. There are 2.1 million Americans suffering from opioid use disorder (OUD), and over 3,500 Pennsylvanians died of an overdose in 2015 alone.

Spring makes me antsy to wipe the dust off my bicycle and hit the trails. I must admit, I’m a seasonal bicyclist. You won’t find me braving the snow and cold on a bike – instead, you’ll find me hibernating until the weather hits 60.

Accidents happen to everyone, including our pets. It’s important to keep a pet first-aid kit in your home in case of emergency.

Parents of children on the autism spectrum face unique challenges, but they are not insurmountable. Many empowering stories are chronicled in “It’s Going to Be AUlright,” an anthology from 12 mothers of children with spectrum diagnoses. The book is out April 2, which is World Autism Awareness Day.

Breaking news: The average American worker is tired. Two-thirds of employees don’t believe they have proper work-life balance, while half of all full-time workers reported working over 40 hours per week.

Parents across America continue to worry about the apps their children and teens download. Here are two apps that can give parents peace of mind.

There’s good news for the workforce: The economy is on an upswing, unemployment is down and there are many careers in high demand.

Whether you’re heading out on the town for Valentine’s Day or spending a special night with your beau just because, Pittsburgh has date night destinations for everyone. What’re you in the mood for?

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Maybe it’s time to pop the big question or find a distinctive, luxury watch. We’ve got you covered, either way.

Being the largest sports event of the year, the Super Bowl affects industries from food to advertising. Almost everyone knows advertisers spend over $5 million on 30-second commercial slots just to reach the millions of American consumers who watch the show, but there are a lot of other extreme numbers at play.

The temperatures have dropped, nights are long and there’s no better feeling than snuggling up with a hot drink and a good book.

Pittsburghers love anniversaries (ask the Pirates – they’re still “celebrating” their 1979 championship). There are anniversaries we collectively forget, just as we forget the signs decreeing we “maintain consistent speed” through the Squirrel Hill Tunnels.

Many people journal to pass the time, relax or keep a log of their accomplishments, but did you know that it can benefit your mental and even physical health?

American Heart Association’s revolutionary movement, Healthy for Good, inspires people to create lasting changes in their health and in their lives. Make 2019 the year to be “healthy for good,” with the following tips:

It’s January. We haven’t even entered the depths of Pittsburgh winter, and yet, the dark and rainy days have been completely unbearable.

When I was a kid, I had a strange paranoid tendency, though I think I came by it honestly.

Somehow, despite the trials and travails of a tumultuous year, we’ve made it again to the holiday season, a time of gratitude and good deeds.

Heather Visnesky’s interior design skills will put your Pinterest board to shame. It’s her job.

What’s the word, Oxford Dictionaries? That question has a poisonous answer, it seems.

You don’t need to wait for the thaw before taking a vacation. In fact, winter provides some unique opportunities for quick getaways, with great sights within driving distance from Pittsburgh.

As a uniquely Pittsburgh publication, we’re committed to sharing the attributes of the ‘Burgh. What better way to do that than with a holiday gift guide with hometown ideas and more?