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Top House Democrat steps up demand for Trump’s tax returns
The government's failure to respond by an April 23 deadline could send the dispute into federal court.
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He brought ‘Game of Thrones’ languages to life
David Peterson won a contest to create a fictional language for the show called Dothraki.
8 years ago
Beyond South Philly Acme, hepatitis A is on the rise
Philadelphia now sees more than 30 cases of hepatitis A a year, about five times more than just two years ago.
8 years ago
New Delaware beach boardwalk is a platform for eco-tourists
A new boardwalk in Slaughter Beach gives visitors a close-up look at an osprey nest and a tidal pool at a picturesque spot along the Delaware Bay.
8 years ago
Delaware State U. working with African Union to connect African Americans to Africa
Delaware State University has partnered with the African Peer Review Mechanism to help bridge the gap between Africa and its “Sixth Region.”
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Facing a labor shortage, construction tries to rebrand
Wages are rising because employers are desperate for workers like masons, pipefitters and electricians.
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Marvel universe brings all its superheroes to the Franklin Institute
The superhero exhibit traces 80 years of comics and movies. Visitors can also learn about the process of making comics, including drawing, inking, coloring, and layout.
8 years ago
House Dems cheer wins of 1st 100 days, ponder stumbles
The first 100 days is often a milestone for a new Congress — an automatic, if arbitrary, moment to assess the workings of the legislative branch.
8 years ago
Dozens of deaths prompt Fisher-Price recall of 4.7 million sleepers
Fisher-Price says it stands by the safety of its products and issued the recall 'due to reported incidents in which the product was used contrary to warnings, instructions.'
8 years ago
From embassy to prison: Assange settles in for legal battle
The political debate over whether to extradite Assange is already taking shape, with Britain’s opposition Labour Party urging the government not to hand him over to the U.S.
8 years ago
Hear music made ‘using an entire building’ in a West Philly church
This weekend, a church in West Philadelphia will host performances of music composed by experimental sound artist Maryanne Amacher.
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New Jersey enacts law on assisted suicide for terminally ill
Gov. Phil Murphy on Friday signed legislation making New Jersey the seventh state to enact a law permitting terminally ill patients to seek life-ending medication.
8 years ago
As pot bill gains steam in Washington, Sen. Booker drops support
Long an advocate for legalizing marijuana, Booker says he can’t support the pot bill that is gaining steam in Congress because it doesn’t go far enough.
8 years ago
Northeast Philly, suburbs become poorer as inner city gentrifies
Philadelphia’s inner core is gaining wealthy residents while suburban areas are confronting a rise in poverty, according to a new report.
8 years ago
Trump executive order could affect future of stalled Constitution Pipeline
President Donald Trump wants to make it easier for companies to transport natural gas from places like Pennsylvania to the Northeast.
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