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Customized ornaments decorate the Christmas tree at Ray's. (Ali Mohsen/Billy Penn)
Arts & Entertainment

Continuing a long-running tradition, Ray’s Happy Birthday Bar offers a spot for regulars and newcomers to commune on Christmas Day.

Like every Christmas throughout its eight-and-a-half decades — excluding 2020, for obvious reasons — the South Philly institution is open for a full day of business.

2 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid (left) tries to get by Toronto Raptors' Dennis Schroder (center) and Jakob Poeltl during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, in Philadelphia
Community

NBA MVP Joel Embiid won’t play in 76ers-Heat Christmas game because of ankle issue

Embiid got hurt during Friday’s win over Toronto.

2 years ago

Two people holding hands
Health

A Philly mom’s message for families dealing with addiction during the holidays

Muriel Alston found a support group for parents of children with substance use disorder “solely by accident.” Now, she’s helping others navigate difficult holiday seasons.

2 years ago

A person crosses South Broad Street during a winter storm in Philadelphia
Community

Enduring extreme cold: What resources are available in Philly, South Jersey and Delaware?

Severe winter weather often triggers special measures to help protect people who are unhoused. Here’s what you need to know.

2 years ago

Smoke rises following an Israeli bombardment in the Gaza Strip, as seen from southern Israel, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023. The army is battling Palestinian militants across Gaza in the war ignited by Hamas' Oct. 7 attack into Israel.
Politics & Policy

At least 68 killed in central Gaza in airstrike, adding to weekend’s bloodshed

As Christmas Eve fell, smoke rose over the besieged territory, while in the West Bank Bethlehem was hushed, its holiday celebrations called off.

2 years ago

(Jerome Eno Photo/Courtesy of Philly Goat Project)
Community

Recycle your Christmas tree and feed some hungry goats during this annual Philadelphia holiday tradition

People can drop off their preloved Christmas trees at one of Philly Goat Project’s three festivals next month.

2 years ago

This image provided by the Department of Defense shows volunteers answering phones and emails from children around the globe during the annual NORAD Tracks Santa event on Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colo., Dec. 24, 2022.
Community

NORAD is tracking Santa’s every move and kids can follow along

The North American Aerospace Defense Command is tracking his sleigh's global movements as Christmas Day approaches from stop to stop.

2 years ago

The exterior of the Eastside Charter School
Education

Plans for STEM Hub at Wilmington school aim to empower marginalized communities’ future

A $26 million project aims to overcome educational gaps through a STEM program that will also address mental health services for the communities.

2 years ago

The Delaware state capitol building
Politics & Policy
6abc

New Delaware laws you need to know about for 2024

The new laws cover a wide range of topics including a minimum wage increase, raises for teachers, new gun laws and legalized marijuana.

2 years ago

A closeup of
Politics & Policy
6abc

Bill to allow some New Jersey 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections

The measure allows 17-year-old voters to participate in June primaries if they turn 18 by the general election.

2 years ago

An upclose view of someone holding a syringe of the flu vaccine
Health

Flu and COVID infections are rising and could get worse over the holidays, CDC says

High levels of flu-like illnesses were reported last week in 17 states — up from 14 the week before, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday.

2 years ago

Travelers walk down a hallway in Grand Central Station
Community

Busiest holiday travel season in years is off to a smooth start with few airport delays

Airlines have canceled just 1.2% of U.S. flights so far this year, the lowest in five years, but bad weather is always a threat.

2 years ago

Pro-Palestinian protesters
Politics & Policy

Israel and Hamas measures get a look as most US state legislatures meet for first time since Oct. 7

A New Jersey legislator is calling to reimburse the travel costs of state residents who had to evacuate from Israel.

2 years ago

A trolley goes by Victorian homes lit up with lights
Community

A South Jersey town has been transformed into a Charles Dickens winter wonderland

Bright lights, trolley tours, and wonderland Christmas displays abound in Cape May.

2 years ago

A woman stares out the window
Health

More people are feeling the weight of collective trauma and winter blues. Here’s how to cope

The winter blues are real, and feel more present these days, an APA study shows. Here’s what psychologists suggest on how to balance our feelings.

2 years ago

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