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missiles in the air at night
International
Military

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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Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

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

Allen Iverson and his former teamates posing next to the statue
Philadelphia
Sports
Billy Penn

Sixers honor Allen Iverson with a statue, but the internet had one small problem with it

“The Answer’s” likeness was added to the Legends Walk at the 76ers training complex on Friday, with AI there to unveil it.

2 years ago

Closeup photo of the statue
New Jersey
Philadelphia
Sports

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
History
Media
National

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

pile of money
Personal Finance
Philadelphia
Taxes

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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Scene from Bridging Blocks event
Immigration
Philadelphia

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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People dancing and throwing colored powder on each other
Community Events
New Jersey
Religion

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

Sikh painting
Community Events
New Jersey
Race & Ethnicity
Religion

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

Shown is the Benjamin Franklin Bridge and the Philadelphia skyline as seen from the Cramer Hill Waterfront Park in Camden, N.J., Wednesday, April 20, 2022.
Government
Immigration
Philadelphia

Pew State of the City: Immigrants make up the largest percentage of Philly’s population since the 1940s, report finds

As a “reemerging gateway,” immigrants have driven Philadelphia’s overall population growth in recent decades.

2 years ago

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O.J. Simpson

O.J. Simpson has died at 76

Simpson's attorney confirmed to TMZ he died Wednesday night in Las Vegas.

2 years ago

Philadelphia City Councilmember Jim Harrity
Economy
Employment
Government
Law
Philadelphia

Philly City Council may expand ‘displaced worker’ law despite business pushback

As office towers are retrofitted, residential buildings’ unionized cleaners in Center City say they worry about job security. But businesses say proposed changes go too far.

2 years ago

HOMES Campaign organizers
Delaware
Economic Development
Economy
Homelessness
Housing

‘Profit over people’: Delaware tenants and community leaders push for rent control amid affordable housing shortage

The HOMES Campaign aims to combat rising rent prices, low-quality homes and increasing displacement in Delaware.

2 years ago

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Abdourahaman Barry poses for a photo at an Eid celebration in Norristown
Community Events
Philadelphia
Religion

Norristown-area Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr at Elmwood Park

A growing Muslim community in Norristown welcomed the end of Ramadan and celebration of Eid al-Fitr with a picnic.

2 years ago

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A sign pointing voters in Bella Vista
Elections
Philadelphia
Religion
Billy Penn

Pennsylvania’s primary lands on Passover this year. Here’s what you need to know to vote

City commissioners and voter advocates are helping Philadelphians who observe Passover cast their votes.

2 years ago

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