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Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop, R&B and more stripping down their sound for a concert series that's unlike anything else on the internet — or the radio.

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A smash hit: Pumpkins take flight as Jefferson University students put engineering skills to the test

Seven teams of architecture, design and engineering students built wooden contraptions to see who could launch a 5-pound gourd the farthest.

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Politics & Policy

Who are the future voters of Pennsylvania and what do they want from their legislators?

As Pennsylvania’s next generation prepares to vote, they are determined to make their voices heard.

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Arts & Entertainment

50 large-scale outdoor sculptures by Steve Tobin are installed at Media’s Tyler Arboretum

“Steve Tobin: Into the Light” is the largest show the 82-year-old arboretum has ever attempted.

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FBI investigating Delaware politician’s alleged ‘bribe’ to primary foe, after WHYY News exposed secretly recorded job offer

New Castle County Recorder of Deeds Mike Kozikowski lost the race to David Tackett, who filed a complaint with prosecutors about the gambit.

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Politics & Policy

How campus voting initiatives in Pennsylvania aim to tackle barriers to youth voting

As the midterm elections near, universities across Pennsylvania are taking part in the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge to help young people navigate the voting process.

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Science

Vineland residents plan to sue data center over unpermitted natural gas engines

The data center in South Jersey was fined last month for operating natural gas engines without a permit.

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U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew and Democratic challenger Zack Mullock debate on a stage in front of moderates at Stockton University in New Jersey
Politics & Policy

Van Drew and Mullock exchange ideas and jabs at 2nd District debate

U.S. Rep. Van Drew is seeking his fifth term in the seat as he faces off against Zack Mullock in the 2026 midterm elections.

1 day ago

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Philadelphia Museum of Art
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Museum of Art to alter Frank Gehry renovations to accommodate more education programs

The museum received a $20 million gift to expand its educational programming.

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Politics & Policy

Federal judge orders Trump administration to halt noncitizen voting investigation in Pa. and 8 other states

The Trump administration has been hunting for noncitizen voters throughout the country in the months leading into the midterm elections.

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a hospital entrance sign reads ChristianaCare West Grove Campus
Health

Southern Delaware hospitals say proposed ChristianaCare campuses will negatively impact region

Leaders from Bayhealth, Beebe Healthcare and TidalHealth argued to the state’s regulators that the campuses slated for Camden and Georgetown should be denied.

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Stacy Garrity speaks with two people in Philadelphia while campaigning for the 2026 Pennsylvania governor's race
Politics & Policy

What happened to the GOP’s high hopes for Pa. governor candidate Stacy Garrity?

Gov. Josh Shapiro is dominating Garrity in fundraising and recent polling. Here’s how Garrity’s prospects have dwindled.

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Edmondo Crimi looks on
Community

Holy water, wooden stakes and a little garlic: A Bucks County man dives into centuries-old vampire lore

Edmondo Crimi’s “actually very funny” book about vampires features hundreds of paranormal artifacts on display at the VAMPA Museum in Doylestown.

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Sarah Wansley joins the University of Delaware as the new artistic director
Education

University of Delaware welcomes new artistic director who combines her love of theater and teaching

Sarah Wansley joins UD’s Resident Ensemble Players with plans to expand student opportunities and bring more diverse stories to the stage.

2 days ago

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The Philadelphia Orchestra performing
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Orchestra receives $10.5 million for cultural diplomacy just before it leaves for China

The orchestra’s Asian tour comes just before a possible, unprecedented summit of world leaders in China.

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Urban Planning

How will the EPA excavate 68,000 cubic yards of toxic material from a contaminated site in Port Richmond?

After 26 years beneath a tarp, the Franklin Slag Pile has been uncovered for excavation. The EPA will monitor air quality during removal.

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