Firestone has rolled out a new tire called the Firehawk Indy 500 V2. It's designed to bring the excitement of racing to everyday driving. This tire is part of Firestone's 125th-anniversary celebration. It's made to give sports cars an extra boost of performance and style. The Firehawk Indy 500 V2 h
Fireworks light up the sky during holidays, but they're also lighting up emergency rooms. Injuries from fireworks have been on the rise in the U. S. since 2012. A recent study looked at firework-related injuries from 2016 to 2021. It found that most injuries happen around New Year's and Independence
Pittsburgh is about to lose a major part of its news scene. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the city's biggest newspaper, is shutting down in May. The Block family, who own the paper, say they've lost over $350 million in the last 20 years. They regret the impact but say they're leaving with their head
Pittsburgh is finally saying goodbye to its deep freeze. After a long stretch of cold weather, temperatures are on the rise. By the end of this week, things could get quite warm, with highs reaching up to 60 degrees. This sudden change is expected to melt the snow that has been piling up. The warm-
Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect others, but their protective gear might be putting their health at risk. Recent research has uncovered that some firefighter turnout gear contains chemicals linked to cancer and hormone problems. The study focused on brominated flame retardants, w
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's "The Nutcracker" is a beloved holiday tradition that has been enchanting audiences since 1969. This year, the show is even more special with a record number of local celebrities joining the cast. Seventeen familiar faces from sports, TV, and politics will make appearances
Pitaya, the striking pink fruit, is gaining attention for more than just its looks. It's loaded with powerful compounds like polyphenols and betacyanins, which act as defenders against harmful elements in the body. But can it really enhance workouts? A recent study on mice suggests it might. The ex
Fireworks light up the sky during celebrations, but they also light up emergency rooms. This review looks at the growing problem of firework injuries in the U. S. and what can be done about it. First, let's talk about who gets hurt. Mostly, it's guys. And where do they get hurt? Mostly in the hands
Pitt is set to launch an online Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics in 2026. This program will focus on health data science, informatics, and AI. It's designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in these areas. The program is not just for traditional students. It's also aime
Fire detectives, also known as investigators, are not born with their skills. They have to learn them, just like anyone else. In Minnesota, these detectives-in-training get a special kind of classroom: a house that has been set on fire on purpose. This house is in a rural part of Anoka County. A few
