Through the Roof

OnQ gives viewers the opportunity to see a plant that blooms only once in its life cycle at Phipps Conservatory. The agave americana is also known as a century plant. Its spectacular single stalk is literally growing through the roof at an average of 6 to 12 inches per day!


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Carnegie Mellon University professor Randy Pausch captivated the world by delivering a talk known simply as "The Last Lecture." With only months to live, this husband, father of three youngsters, and innovator imparted the lessons of his remarkable life and career.


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Paul Steigerwald just finished his debut season as the new voice of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Now the team takes a much-needed summer break. So where will Paul spend his summer vacation? In Altoona! Paul is also the voice of the Altoona Curve baseball team..We followed Paul for a year.. from The Curve to The Pens and back again.


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