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Thousands more flights canceled on Christmas Day, putting a damper on holiday travel
The backlog is even worse than it was on Christmas Eve, with 2,521 flights cancelled worldwide, according to Flight Aware.
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On Christmas, Pope Francis prays for pandemic’s end, peace dialogues
Amid a record-setting rise in COVID-19 cases in Italy this week, only a few thousand people flocked to a rain-soaked St. Peter’s Square for Francis’ annual Christmas address.
2 years ago
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey’s home catches fire in Voorhees: Officials
At this time, there are no reported injures, and the cause of the fire remains unknown.
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Celebrating sober: How to support non-drinkers in a boozy holiday world
As we move toward a new year and the revelry that comes with it, there is a good chance we know someone who isn’t drinking or is thinking of giving it up.
2 years ago
Omicron isn’t stopping at least one Christmas tradition — last-minute shopping
Shoppers lined up outside South Jersey shops Friday, despite the recent spike in omicron cases.
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Newark TSA officer saves infant who stopped breathing at airport
TSA officer Cecilia Morales leaped over conveyor belt rollers and saved a 2-month-old boy who stopped breathing at a New Jersey airport security checkpoint.
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‘Letting it shine’: An Abington library is creating space for kids to talk about gender
The Abington Township Public Library’s new program, Rainbow Connections, offers a safe and fun place for LGBTQ+ kids in grades K-5.
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Listen 1:49‘It is not too late’: Pa. residents affected by Hurricane Ida can still receive FEMA aid
FEMA extended its application deadline to Jan. 10 for individuals and businesses in Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Philadelphia counties.
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100 Philadelphians to participate in a decade-long listening project
A new project from Philadelphia Contemporary brings 100 residents together for 10 years to listen to one another. Here are some takeaways for the rest of us this holiday.
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Listen 4:19Writer Joan Didion, whose ‘electric anxiety’ inspired a generation, has died at 87
Didion spoke about the act of writing more astutely than pretty much anybody else. "I write entirely to find out what is on my mind; what I'm thinking," she said.
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To grandmother’s house or no? Omicron disrupts holiday plans
Many health experts are begging people not to let down their guard, but pandemic fatigue is real.
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If you’re planning to watch, the health department suggests getting your booster and wearing a mask.
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Philly air travelers warned about lines, delays — and keeping carry-on presents unwrapped
Air travelers are advised to plan ahead, including booking a parking space, and to expect delays. Here’s what to do if you want to bring wrapped presents on the plane.
2 years ago
Officials hope for a less violence-filled 2022 in Philadelphia
Philadelphia city officials used the final violence update of 2021 to talk about future plans for violence reduction next year.
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5 teenagers charged in armed carjacking of U.S. Rep. Scanlon
State police say Scanlon’s blue Acura MDX was located Wednesday night in Newark, Delaware.
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