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As more urban hikers hit the trails of Miami’s new Underline and Houston’s Buffalo Bayou Greenway Connector, more are rediscovering Pittsburgh’s unique urban challenge. More than 700 steps wind their way up the steep hills surrounding the city, passing through dense residential neighborhoods and dense foliage. “The Stairs,” as locals call them, offer spectacular views of downtown Pittsburgh and may make you feel like you’re standing on a peak in the nearby Allegheny Mountains.History of Pittsburgh’s StairsFrom the early 1900s through the 1970s, Pittsburgh was one of America’s leading steel-manufacturing cities, producing over 20 million tons of steel annually by…
A new TikTok trend called “Underconsumercore” is gaining traction online. The trend promotes minimalism and thrift, encouraging people to maximise the usefulness of their purchases and only buy what they truly need, challenging the culture of consumerism. Instead of showing off piles of clothes, makeup, or overflowing refrigerator shelves, users post videos showcasing their thrift store purchases, frugal wardrobes, and practical, well-used everyday items. This growing trend can be linked to some of the challenges facing young people today, including increasing economic pressures, environmental concerns, and societal pressures, all of which are especially impacting Gen Z and young millennials. If…
It’s easy to ignore ELF Beauty’s (NYSE:ELF) share price, which is down 18% over the past month, but if you look closely you might realise that the company’s strong financial position means the share price could rise over the long term, given that the market rewards companies with strong financials.In this article, we’ve decided to focus on ELF Beauty’s ROE. Return on equity (ROE) is an important factor to consider for a shareholder because it tells them how effectively their capital is being reinvested. Simply put, it measures a company’s profitability relative to shareholder’s capital. Check out our latest analysis…
Pedro Merino Higueras/iStock.comGone are the days when people believed that hard work would make the “American Dream” possible. Working hard is no longer enough. In fact, nearly half of Gen Z believe they will never build enough wealth to reach the middle class.”Generation Z has experienced a lot of financial trauma, so their fears of missing out on financial security are completely justified,” says Charlie Pastor, a certified financial planner and contributing expert at The Motley Fool Ascent. “During their formative years, these young savers have lived through two recessions, record inflation, the climate crisis, the weakening of Social Security,…
Embrace vibrant and natural summer fashion for your baby in 2024 As we prepare for summer, it’s hard not to feel the excitement of dressing up our kids in trendy, colorful, and natural outfits that reflect the joy and energy of the season. Summer 2024 will be a season of innovation and creativity in the world of baby fashion, offering a kaleidoscope of colour, pattern and style options. Let’s take a closer look at the emerging trends that will define baby fashion this summer and find out how parents can create fresh, stylish looks for their precious little ones. Baby…
A prominent LGBTQ activist is reportedly among those being considered for U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez’s (R-J.D.) Senate seat when he retires next month. Newsweek magazine reported Tuesday that Garden State Equality Executive Director Christian Fuscarino is one of the people New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy could appoint to Menendez’s seat. A federal jury found Menendez guilty of corruption charges on July 16. The New Jersey Democrat announced Tuesday that he would resign from the U.S. Senate on Aug. 20. Newsweek described Fuscarino, who has been executive director of Garden State Equality since 2016, as “an ardent supporter of Murphy,” who…
The United States has never won an Olympic medal in rugby sevens, and their bronze medal match against Australia ended in total surprise fashion. Trailing 12-7 with just seconds left and pinned down in their own half, the Americans did everything they could to move the ball up the field, with Alexandria Cedric being the hero as she escaped a tackle, sprinted across the goal line and scored the tying try with just seconds left on the clock. Cedric then scored a goal and the U.S. won 14-12 to claim its first bronze medal in the sport. The United States…
Sephora | Shutterstock Calling all Atlanta beauty lovers and makeup artists! Sephoria will be hosting its biggest beauty event of the year in Atlanta this September, and this year’s theme is Funhouse. Not only will you have access to tons of amazing exclusive perks and prizes, but you’ll also get grid-worthy photos and enjoy masterclasses from iconic beauty icons like Winnie Harlow, Priscilla Ono, Diarra Ndiaye Mbaye, Danessa Myricks, and more! Scroll on to learn more about this year’s beauty festival, SEPHORiA, taking place here in Atlanta. More about Sephoria Location: Pullman Yard | 225 Rogers St NE, Atlanta, GA…
Georgia Voice publishes a print edition every two months along with a digital edition.Photo by Georgia BoyceWhile waiting for my order at Woody’s Cheesesteaks recently, I had time to catch up with an old friend. A new edition of the venerable LGBTQ+ newspaper, Georgia Voice, had just arrived at the counter. So, with a symphony of steaks and onions sizzling in the background, I flipped open GaVo and learned about the shocking 3am gun shooting at Midtown’s Rainbow Crosswalk, the 10-year anniversary of clothing store Barking Leather, and Atlanta Falcons cheerleader Dante Sanders’ efforts to eradicate gender stereotypes in sports.As…
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced Tuesday that it will commit $150.9 million to new housing investments in tribal communities. In Oklahoma, the Iowa Tribe, the Kickapoo Tribe, the Wichita Housing Authority and the Wyandot Tribe will share $112,631,464 under the program announcement. “The Biden-Harris Administration is proud to work with our tribal partners to meet the housing needs that exist on Indian reservations,” said Acting HUD Secretary Adrienne Todman. “These funds will help build and repair housing that is desperately needed right now.” Bureau of Indian Affairs announces changes to financial…