At 50, Pittsburgh’s Mattress Factory Still Says Yes to Artists

At 50, Pittsburgh’s Mattress Factory Still Says Yes to Artists

Installation view: Ting Tong Chang’s “The Hidden Shift,” Mattress Factory, through January 3, 2027. Photo: Tom Little At the height of its industrial power, Pittsburgh was also one of the country’s key cultural centers. Today, the Carnegie International and the programming at the Carnegie Museum of Art and Andy Warhol Museum are a testament to…

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Nicole Kidman’s TikTok Debut Is Practically Magic

Nicole Kidman’s TikTok Debut Is Practically Magic

We come to TikTok for magic—especially now that Nicole Kidman has joined. Indeed, one day after she stepped out at the Practical Magic 2 premiere in London, the actress made her TikTok debut, sharing behind-the-scenes footage from the event on her new account. Kidman—who reprises her role as Gilly Owens in the spooky sequel—captioned her first…

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Travel Has Long Been an Elite Educational Advantage. Public Schools Can Change That.

Travel Has Long Been an Elite Educational Advantage. Public Schools Can Change That.

Travel and experiential learning can help students develop the distinctly human skills they will need in an economy increasingly shaped by A.I. Unsplash+ For generations, international travel, summer programs and other forms of experiential education have been subtle advantages of growing up with financial means. Families with greater financial resources can give their children opportunities…

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Will Eating a ‘Retinol Salad’ Really Improve Your Skin?

Will Eating a ‘Retinol Salad’ Really Improve Your Skin?

Fruits and vegetables contain different antioxidants that protect your skin from damage from UV rays and pollution, she says. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in oily fish, walnuts, and flaxseeds, reduce inflammation in the body, which may guard against skin conditions.  Also, limit sugar, alcohol, and ultra-processed foods, like cookies, bacon, and sugar-sweetened beverages, Bragagnini adds.…

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