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Waning signups for Pa. child care program could forecast weak economic recovery
Experts and advocates fear the decline in enrollment is a sign the pandemic has forced families with low incomes to prioritize home care over earning a paycheck.
2 years ago
Not every war gets the same coverage as Russia’s invasion — and that has consequences
Ongoing wars in, say, Yemen or Ethiopia get minimal attention compared with the media focus on the fighting in Ukraine. And there are ramifications on the humanitarian front.
2 years ago
Crisis deepens, Ukraine accuses Moscow of ‘medieval’ tactics
A third round of talks between the two sides ended with a top Ukrainian official saying there had been minor, unspecified progress toward establishing safe corridors.
2 years ago
Delaware County Libraries unveils new plan — and plans to debut a first-ever app
The agency, in charge of 26 member libraries across Delco, has put forth a strategic five-year plan to guide its vision through 2026.
2 years ago
MLB reacts angrily to locked-out players, season still off
The sides remain far apart on luxury tax, minimum salaries and the proposed bonus pool for pre-arbitration eligible players.
2 years ago
Thousands have been detained in anti-war protests across Russia
Russians in dozens of cities across the country have staged anti-war demonstrations, following a call by advisers close to jailed opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
2 years ago
Ukrainian American parishioners in Montco rally against Russian invasion
Hundreds of parishioners in Bridgeport, Pennsylvania gathered at Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian American Catholic Church for a rally in solidarity with Ukraine on Sunday.
2 years ago
Ukrainian refugee Yastremska falls just short in Lyon final
The 21-year-old Yastremska only fled her home in war-torn Odessa, Ukraine, last week following the Russian invasion.
2 years ago
Russia’s war on Ukraine is dire for world hunger. But there are solutions
Russia's invasion of Ukraine isn't only jeopardizing the lives of Ukraine's citizens. The war is also on track to cause a surge in severe malnutrition and even starvation.
2 years ago
Russian attacks halt plans to evacuate Ukrainian civilians
A second attempt to evacuate civilians from a besieged city in southern Ukraine collapsed Sunday as Russian attacks stopped plans to create a humanitarian corridor.
2 years ago
For Women’s History Month, tech trailblazer April Walker offers wisdom based on experience
Microsoft executive Walker, who grew up in Philly, has advice for young Black women entering the workforce, and the companies that want to retain them.
2 years ago
Residents near Mariner East say ‘restoration’ work looks like more construction to them
Pipeline builder Energy Transfer announced in February that the project was done. This week, a section of pipe was switched out in Delco.
2 years ago
Philly to host listening tour for anti-violence prevention efforts
Residents and community partners can attend in person or virtually to provide feedback on the city’s anti-violence strategy.
2 years ago
How to support Ukrainian people this weekend in Philly
Eat brunch, buy pastries, attend a rally, or make a donation.
2 years ago
Philly awards 2nd round of grants to Kensington community groups tackling opioid crisis
The Kensington Community Resilience Fund directs $200,000 to organizations focused on improving the quality of life in neighborhoods hard-hit by the opioid epidemic.
2 years ago