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The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Federica Brignone of Italy makes a turn during the first run of the womens giant slalom at the 2022 Winter Olympics on Feb. 7 in Beijing.

Take 5 | Joe Burrow is the face of the NFL, Olympics are still the pinnacle of athletics and more

By The Pitt News Staff February 10, 2022
In this week’s Take 5, The Pitt News sports desk looks at who may be the next face of the NFL, college football playoff expansion and more.
Adele performs in Nashville in 2016.

Staff Picks: Best Breakup Albums

By The Pitt News Staff February 9, 2022
Ah, l’amour. You can’t escape it, especially this time of year with Feb. 14 on the horizon. So if you want to bask in your aloneness this Valentine’s weekend, how about indulging yourself in a karaoke session with all the best breakup albums.
The Tinder app.

Pitt students hesitant to pursue unvaccinated dates

By Grace Hemcher, Staff Writer February 9, 2022
What most students will tell you, like senior applied developmental psychology major Rachael Stowe, is that they are not interested in continuing a conversation after learning that someone is unvaccinated on dating apps.
Opinion | Feb. 15 is the best holiday ever

Opinion | Feb. 15 is the best holiday ever

By Livia LaMarca, Staff Columnist February 9, 2022
This year, any person regardless of relationship status should shift their focus off of the over capitalized Hallmark Valentine’s Day we're sick of seeing over and over, and start paying attention to this much better day instead.
Opinion | How to find the right Valentine’s Day gift

Opinion | How to find the right Valentine’s Day gift

By Harsh Hiwase, For The Pitt News February 9, 2022
Nobody actually wants an entire box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day — they only eat it because you gave it to them.
Mayor Ed Gainey speaks during Joe Biden’s visit to Mill 19 in Pittsburgh on Jan. 28.

Mayor Gainey again delays Oakland Crossings vote as review continues

By Punya Bhasin, Assistant News Editor February 9, 2022
Mayor Ed Gainey requested on Tuesday an additional 30 days to evaluate a zoning ordinance which would enable Oakland Crossings, a controversial proposal that would rezone parts of Central Oakland. This is the second time Gainey has requested a delay in a hearing and action by the City Planning Commission.
Gov. Tom Wolf delivers his budget address for the 2022-23 fiscal year to a joint session of the Pennsylvania House and Senate in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022.

Gov. Wolf proposes $7.7 million increase in Pitt funding

By Martha Layne and Rebecca Johnson February 9, 2022
Pitt could receive an additional $7.7 million next year, based on the spending plan outlined in Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposed 2022-23 state budget.
A married couple holds hands.

‘Take the risks’: Married staff, professors share relationship advice

By Colm Slevin, Senior Staff Writer February 9, 2022
While Pitt students learn about a variety of topics from their professors and seek help from University staff, many members of the Pitt community are married and provided wisdom to The Pitt News about relationships.
Tyler Boyd celebrates with Pitt students after defeating Notre Dame in 2013.  TPN File Photo

Sports Podcast | Super Bowl

By Brian Sherry, Jermaine Sykes, and Sinead McDevitt February 9, 2022
Brian Sherry and Jermaine Sykes discuss the teams heading to the Super Bowl this Sunday.
Opinion | An Ode to the Bik: Using a Shared Shower At Sleepaway Camp

Opinion | An Ode to the Bik: Using a Shared Shower At Sleepaway Camp

By Sarah Liez, Staff Columnist February 8, 2022
A shared shower room can act as an excellent place to foster confidence and comfort in your body, especially for impressionable young girls who have a long way to go on the path to liking their own bodies.
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