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Israel says Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles, 99% of which were intercepted

The attack marked the first time Iran has launched a direct military assault on Israel.

2 years ago

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Politics & Policy

Kansas governor vetoes ban on gender-affirming care for minors and 2 anti-abortion bills

Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly's actions set up a series of confrontations with the Republican-supermajority Legislature over those issues.

2 years ago

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Courts & Law
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Person of interest in custody after woman, 1-year-old stabbed in Center City: Police

Officers said in a press conference on Saturday that both attacks seem to be completely random.

2 years ago

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Politics & Policy

U.S. border arrests fall in March, bucking seasonal trends amid increased enforcement in Mexico

The March arrest tally is one of the lowest of Joe Biden's presidency after a record high of nearly 250,000 in December.

2 years ago

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Politics & Policy

White House forum showcases federal dollars working in Delaware

President Biden addressed the Delaware delegation at the beginning of the event in what White House personnel said was a surprise visit.

2 years ago

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Community

Last chance for Philly lifeguards to earn a bonus and help all pools open this summer

Workers who want to keep an eye on swimmers at Philly pools this summer must register by mid-April to qualify for a $1000 bonus.

2 years ago

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Courts & Law

Breastfeeding mothers in New Jersey could soon be exempt from jury duty

Under current state law, breastfeeding is not allowed in a jury setting.

2 years ago

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PlanPhilly
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A former Harrowgate textile mill gets new life as an apartment building

Collins Lofts is the third redevelopment Odin Properties has completed in the North Philly neighborhood.

2 years ago

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Community

Sixers legend Allen Iverson honored with statue outside of team practice facility in Camden

The former MVP and 11-time NBA All-Star will forever be featured performing his signature crossover outside of the practice facility.

2 years ago

Robert MacNeil
Community

Robert MacNeil, co-founder of PBS NewsHour, dies at 93

His connection to PBS began in 1971, when he was hired to co-anchor NPACT, the National Public Affairs Center for Television.

2 years ago

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Community

Philly workers leave $100 million ‘on the table’ on Tax Day, advocates say

About 50,000 residents with low income don’t claim one federal tax credit, which means lower tax refund checks.

2 years ago

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Community

Bridging Blocks has Philadelphians focused on dispelling myths around immigration

Context and understanding was at the heart of Bridging Blocks’ latest talk, which addressed border policy and immigration during an election year.

2 years ago

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Community

South Brunswick’s Indian diasporic community is celebrating Holi, the festival of colors

The religious and community event celebrates spring and the triumph of good over evil — with plenty of color.

2 years ago

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Community

Learn about Sikh culture and history at a unique exhibition in N.J. on Saturday

Sikh artifacts and paintings will be on display, along with martial arts demonstrations, music, food, and community conversations.

2 years ago

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Education

Philly teachers and researchers are weighing the future of education — and how to get there equitably

The annual AERA conference is in Philly this week, focusing on how research and policy changes can help provide educational opportunities for everyone.

2 years ago

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