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Host Stephen Dubner has surprising conversations that explore the riddles of everyday life and the weird wrinkles of human nature-from cheating and crime to parenting and sports. Dubner talks with Nobel laureates and provocateurs, social scientists and entrepreneurs - and his Freakonomics co-author Steve Levitt.

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Sen. Bob Menendez leaves federal court
Politics & Policy

N.J. U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez will resign in August

Menendez’s resignation follow his conviction on federal bribery and corruption charges.

1 year ago

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Anne Ishii,
Arts & Entertainment

Anne Ishii to step down as leader of Philly’s Asian Arts Initiative

Ishii has been executive director for six years and guided the community-focused organization through the pandemic.

1 year ago

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Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., center, speaks to reporters as he leaves federal court in New York, Tuesday, July 16, 2024.
Politics & Policy

Senate Ethics Committee starts review of Sen. Bob Menendez’s conduct following bribery conviction

The ethics panel could recommend that Menendez be censured or expelled, which would put maximum pressure on the senator to resign.

1 year ago

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) shoots over Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024, in San Francisco.
Community
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New Jersey officials vying for Philadelphia 76ers to open new arena in Garden State

The Sixers already moved their practice facility and corporate headquarters to Camden in 2016.

1 year ago

Kimberly Cheatle
Politics & Policy

Secret Service director steps down after assassination attempt against ex-President Trump at rally

Kimberly Cheatle, who had served as Secret Service director since August 2022, had been facing growing calls to resign.

1 year ago

Vice President Harris greets staff at campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Del.
Politics & Policy

Can Harris — or any other Democrat — access Biden campaign money?

Vice President Harris likely has a strong claim to the funds, but not all legal experts agree. Moreover, the FEC works too slowly to make much of an impact on the race.

1 year ago

Vice President Kamala Harris appears in front of a mic at a press conference
Politics & Policy

Kamala Harris has support of enough Democratic delegates to become party’s presidential nominee

Locking up the nomination was only the first item on the staggering political to-do list for Harris after learning of Biden’s plans to leave the race.

1 year ago

Education School Cellphone Bans
Education

No more distractions: Delaware lawmakers back effort to seal away cell phones in the classroom

Lawmakers approved $250,000 for schools to test out ways of ending the distraction caused by cell phones in the classroom.

1 year ago

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Tracy Somani and her classmates
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Ballet offers no-fear dance classes to wary adults

The "Absolute Beginner" course is designed to teach adults the art of ballet, boost their confidence and reacquaint them with their own bodies.

1 year ago

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Brian and Yvonne
Politics & Policy

‘Invigorated that we have her’: Fans of Kamala Harris flock to Wilmington for her visit to campaign headquarters

Harris wasted no time trekking to Delaware, home of the president, after he quit the presidential race and endorsed her to run against Donald Trump.

1 year ago

Gov. Josh Shapiro speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

‘Deeply personal decision’: Calls for Harris to pick Pa. Gov. Shapiro as running mate swell, as he stays silent

Although Gov. Shapiro won’t answer whether he would take the VP role if offered, that hasn't stopped Pa. Democrats from pushing for Harris to choose him.

1 year ago

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Police car with siren flashing.
Courts & Law

Ex-Philly officer Edsual Mendoza gets at least 8 years in killing of 12-year-old Thomas ‘T.J.’ Sidiero

Mendoza said in court that he felt sorrow and regret just before he was sentenced to 8 to 20 years.

1 year ago

Neil Makhija, Jamila Winder and Tom DiBello
Health

Montgomery County plans to launch 24/7 emergency behavioral crisis center in 2025

Montgomery County officials have yet to determine a location for their $18 million investment into emergency mental and behavioral health care.

1 year ago

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Interior of the dome in Pa. Capitol
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

More funding for home repair program left out of Pa. budget despite high demand

Despite high demand, Pa.'s Whole-Home Repairs program didn’t get additional funding in the latest state budget, leaving thousands of homeowners waitlisted.

1 year ago

Kamala Harris speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

‘She’s ready’: Delaware lawmakers endorse VP Kamala Harris for Democratic nomination

Delaware Sens. Coons and Carper are throwing their support to Harris, who they say can beat former President Donald Trump in November.

1 year ago

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