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Lawmakers working to silence regulations on suppressors
John McAdams Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityAs predicted in November, the election of Donald Trump as President of the United States, combined with the fact that Republicans continue to control both houses of Congress, means that we're likely to see some pro-Second Amendment legislation passed at the federal level. So far, lawmakers have put their money where their mouths are.
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Urban challenge: How cities are making the most of Big Data
Lucy Wallwork Civil & GovernmentData has been described as the "new oil" powering our economies. It is also increasingly powering our cities. A handful of U.S. cities are starting to reap the dividends of using data to help their cities flourish, replacing filing cabinets with complex data infrastructure. In the third article in this "urban challenges" series, let's look at some of the early pioneers and how we can expect data to influence the future of cities.
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9 of America’s leading craft distilleries
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureA couple of years ago, we devoted a feature to the craft brewery craze sweeping the country, and here we are again to report on the latest tippling trend: craft distilleries. From Seattle to St. Augustine, booze buffs can taste and purchase a variety of spirits, including bourbon, gin, vodka, rum, sour mash whiskey, tequila, brandy and various liqueurs — all lovingly created from scratch by some really bold and talented entrepreneurs. With that in mind, let's look in on a cross section of the country's leading craft distilleries.
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Valentine’s Day: Fast facts from the heart
Kaylee Nelson RetailAh, sweet Valentine's Day. Loved by some, hated by others, Feb. 14 is unavoidably well-known in America to anyone who shops for groceries, surfs the web or just likes chocolate. Despite not being a true national holiday in any country, the popular date calls for the celebration of love — in many forms and fashion.
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Dancing, sports share common ground
Bob Kowalski Sports & FitnessFootwork, tempo, rhythm, pivot, crossover. That terminology turns up regularly in sports practice. Or was it dance rehearsal? The disciplines of sports and dancing share more than language, experts say. Each activity can benefit participants in the other field, according to Maria Royals, the Dance Department Chair at George Washington Carver Center for the Arts and Technology.
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6 tips to love your skin like the pros do
Elizabeth Donat Recreation & LeisureEver wonder how the pros in the beauty industry like estheticians take care of their own skin? Learn the skin-loving tips that beauty experts live by for gorgeous, year-round glowing skin.
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Pennsylvania’s national parks: Historic and natural treasures
Judy Connors Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThe Christmas tree is down, the kids are back at school and the deep winter is upon us. It's still a couple months until warming temperatures bring us the growth signaling the beginning of spring. Between now and then, however, there are long holiday weekends that present the perfect opportunity to do some traveling. An economical, convenient, and interesting trip would be to visit one of Pennsylvania’s national, and natural, treasures.
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The right car for the right teenager
Skip Kuhn Transportation Technology & AutomotiveA few weeks ago, I was bantering with my cab driver (no Uber here) about cars and Porsches and my somewhat nostalgia-driven 944 habit, when he asked me what car I would recommend he get for his teenaged child. Now, I’ve made it a habit not to recommend specific makes and models unless we are talking about hobby cars (like Porsches), so what I did offer was my standard initial response of "Why do you want to give them a car?" along with my opinions about what his considerations and concerns should be.
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Urban challenge: What should be done about gentrification?
Lucy Wallwork Civil & GovernmentGentrification is the process in which an influx of wealthy residents into an urban district causes rents to rise and the neighborhood to be reshaped in line with middle-class (usually white) characteristics. And it's becoming an growing headache for policymakers and the mayors of some of America's hippest cities.
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10 fun facts about Mardi Gras
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureWith Mardi Gras celebrations set to cut loose in a frenzied parade of feathers, costumes, beads and booze, let's get ready for the party with some fun and not-so-well-known facts surrounding America's wildest and most colorful festival.
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