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A Star Wars fan poses for a photo during a fan convention called the Star Wars Celebration (AP Photo/Hiro Komae, File)
Arts & Entertainment

May the 4th Be With You: How Star Wars Day became a worldwide celebration

What began as a clever pun, Star Wars Day has transformed into a full-blown cultural holiday, with global tributes to Jedi, droids, and the enduring force of fandom.

4 weeks ago

Actors on stage for ''Cato (Remixed)'' rehearsal in Carpenter's Hall
Arts & Entertainment

‘Cato (Remixed)’ examines the Founding Fathers’ infatuation with ancient Rome

The original “Cato” was a favorite play of George Washington. Philadelphia Artists’ Collective reimagines it with a critical lens.

4 weeks ago

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The dome of the state Capitol in Trenton, New Jersey
Courts & Law

N.J. domestic violence reports are rising. A legislative package aims to give survivors greater protection

The lack of affordable housing may be keeping some survivors in abusive relationships, officials said.

4 weeks ago

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From left, Krisy Elisii, Glenda Childs, Kate Steck and Lauren Ford, organizers of the seventh annual Bucks County Book Festival, pose for a photo on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Broad Commons Park in Doylestown. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Community

Bucks County Book Festival draws hundreds of readers, authors to main event

The seventh annual Bucks County Book Festival drew crowds with author panels, book signings and a celebration of community, creativity and the joy of reading.

4 weeks ago

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Berkshire Hathaway Chairman and CEO Warren Buffett speaks during an interview (AP Photo/Nati Harnik, File)
Money

Warren Buffett shocks shareholders by announcing retirement, warns trade war will hurt America

At 94, Buffett ends six-decade run and warns of global risks from Trump’s tariffs and taps Greg Abel to take over.

4 weeks ago

A diorama depicting the death of Crispus Attucks at exhibit
Arts & Entertainment

Mythical ‘Afric-American Picture Gallery’ turns into reality in new exhibit at Delaware’s Winterthur Museum

An 1859 fantasy of Black material culture is manifested as a “funhouse” of art and cultural criticism at Winterthur.

4 weeks ago

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A truck packed with crates of live chickens driving down the street
Politics & Policy

Delmarva Peninsula’s chicken industry keeps a wary eye on global tariffs, but production still on the rise

As global tariff tensions with China rise, the area’s $4.8 billion poultry industry remains focused on growth despite potential challenges.

4 weeks ago

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Donald Trump holds up a signed executive order
Politics & Policy

Trump files late night executive order calling for an end to funding for NPR, PBS

The order cutting funding for NPR and PBS is “significant,” and puts smaller public media stations at greater risk.

4 weeks ago

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The Jamison Elementary school building
Education

Central Bucks School District child abuse investigation: What you need to know

Three school administrators, including District Superintendent Steven Yanni, have been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation by an external law firm.

4 weeks ago

NJ Transit
Community

NJ Transit unveils contingency plan if rail engineers go on strike this month. Customers encouraged to work from home

More bus service will be provided in the event of a strike. The union representing train engineers rejected a tentative contract agreement last month.

4 weeks ago

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The Jones Road wildfire burns in Ocean County, New Jersey
Courts & Law
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Second person arrested in connection with Ocean County, N.J. wildfire

A 17-year-old has been taken into custody. The teen is facing arson charges in connection to the Jones Road wildfire that started April 22.

4 weeks ago

President Donald Trump gives a commencement address
Politics & Policy

Trump signs executive order directing federal funding cuts to PBS and NPR

The White House, in a social media posting announcing the signing, said the outlets “receive millions from taxpayers to spread radical, woke propaganda disguised as ‘news.’”

4 weeks ago

Immigrant rights advocates marched to the Philadelphia ICE Office, on 8th and Cherry streets, to amplify calls for the release of Seyrerath
Politics & Policy

Trump looks to target ‘sanctuary cities’ as Philadelphia gets ready for potential budget attacks

Philly boasts a long history as a “sanctuary city,” but its current status will be put to the test as leaders face being cut off from federal funding.

4 weeks ago

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Discarded syringes lay near near train tracks in Philadelphia, Monday, July 31, 2017
Health

Philadelphia drug overdose deaths fall, but novel substances in the street drug supplies present new dangers

Medetomidine, a nonopioid veterinary sedative, could be overtaking xylazine in the street drug supply. The drug was found in 72% of street samples from Philly last year.

4 weeks ago

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The sign on the exterior of the community center
Community

Wilmington to launch youth entrepreneurship program for next generation of business leaders

A new pilot program in Wilmington will teach teens business skills, from branding to budgeting, to help them pitch their own business plans.

4 weeks ago

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