“Three things you should do first if you want to start strength training in middle age”

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4 minute read As you get older, you may experience more bothersome pain in your joints, feel less mobile, or feel as strong as you used to, which is normal. But that doesn’t mean you have That’s how I feel. Consistent strength training will help you move pain-free and stay strong for a lifetime. It’s … Read more

Plans revealed for 1,033-foot skyscraper with ‘forest in the sky’

A rendering of the view from the observation desk of the hotel tower at 595 West Georgia Street.

A new development proposed for Vancouver could soon reshape the city’s skyline with the first ever skyscraper to feature a “forest in the sky.” According to the Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat Council, a skyscraper is defined as a building over 300 meters (984 feet) in height. The proposed project meets that criteria, with the … Read more

17 works by Duchamp disappeared from PMA’s sight. where did they go?

Philadelphia Museum of Art curator Matthew Affron in the Duchamp gallery on March 4, 2026. Marcel Duchamp’s “The Bride Stripped Bare by Her Bachelors, Even (The Large Glass),” is at right.

listen to article • 0:00 minutes The Philadelphia Museum of Art’s main gallery, dedicated to Marcel Duchamp, has always been a source of shock. Located at the end of the museum’s north wing, it is a mecca for contemporary art pilgrims seeking contact with an enigmatic 20th century figure who helped redefine what is considered … Read more

Westchester student mural could be overwritten after new owner asks for removal

Noah Burns's mural, painted in 2022, is pictured on the former location of the Friends Association on West Chestnut Street. The mural could be removed after the building's new owner put a request before the borough's public arts commission.

listen to article • 0:00 minutes When Joyce Chester drives down Chestnut Street every day, she wonders if it’s still there. Has it already been painted over? Mr Chester, chief executive of the Friends Association, is thinking about a vibrant mural overlooking the street that he has been working on since 2022, commissioned by the … Read more

I tried this 4-move Pilates workout to build core stability and strength, and my abs are still on fire.

A woman wearing a white tank and green leggings doing a side plank with her arms raised

I’ve been practicing Pilates for a while now, and even after years of CrossFit and yoga, I’m still amazed at how much my core strength and stability have improved. Personally, I feel that Pilates has helped me transform my core from the inside out, improving my posture and overall quality of movement. With that in … Read more

Do you exercise regularly? Here’s how long it will take to see your actual results

Do you exercise regularly? Here's how long it will take to see your actual results

For the average man, there is a kind of blind faith in going to the gym. After all, we all exercise regularly for the same reasons. Sure, some of us want to lose a few, and some of us may just want to get a hench. But we share a common goal: progress. We’re not … Read more

Experts warn that ‘Wild West’ Pilates reform boom is leading to an increase in injuries

Experts warn that 'Wild West' Pilates reform boom is leading to an increase in injuries

The reformer Pilates boom has created a “wild west” of studios, leading to a lack of regulation leading to more inexperienced teachers and more injuries, a professional standards body has warned. Pilates is not formally or legally regulated, and as Pilates grows in popularity, industry experts say, reformer-based cramming classes taught by instructors with limited … Read more

Expenses for detention services in Spokane increase by $3 million due to increased medical and personnel costs

Expenses for detention services in Spokane increase by $3 million due to increased medical and personnel costs

The City of Spokane receives a bill from the Spokane County Detention Center each year. The city said the 2025 bill was $3 million more than expected. Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown said in a Feb. 27 letter that in response to the large increase, the city conducted an independent audit to review the city’s jail … Read more

Overcoming obstacles: How a 70-year-old retired teacher overcame osteoporosis to become a professional powerlifter

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Last updated:April 4, 2026, 12:47 IST Once an avid marathon runner and avid mountaineer, she faced serious health problems, knee pain that required multiple surgeries, and was later diagnosed with osteoporosis. At 70 years old, she consistently trains compound lifts like squats, deadlifts, and bench presses with proper form and guidance. (Image: Canva, representative) At … Read more

The Guide #237: Fab 5 Freddy, the street artist at the heart of New York’s creative apogee

The Guide #237: Fab 5 Freddy, the street artist at the heart of New York's creative apogee

HHello everyone, I’m Coco Khan, covering Gwilym Mumford. As the sun began to peek out from behind the clouds this week, I counted five Jean-Michel Basquiat T-shirts I saw passersby wearing on walks in the park. Sure, I may live in a trendy London borough, but that’s still no surprise considering the name and work … Read more