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Instagram and Facebook launch new paid verification service, Meta Verified
The monthly subscription service will start at $11.99 a month on the web or $14.99 a month on iOS or Android.
3 years ago
A new earthquake hits Turkey, as teams still respond to earlier catastrophic quake
At least three people were killed and more than 200 injured when a a magnitude 6.4 earthquake, followed by a magnitude 5.8 quake, shook southeastern Turkey on Monday.
3 years ago
1787 letter from cash-poor George Washington hailed as ‘great discovery’
The man later known as the Father of His Country tried to raise money after the Revolutionary War ended by unloading some of his vast land holdings.
3 years ago
Fundraiser for family of slain Temple police officer surges past $225k in less than a day
Christopher Fitzgerald leaves behind a wife and four children. A vigil to honor his memory is set for Tuesday on the university’s North Philly campus.
3 years ago
Philadelphia wants to train LGBTQ people to be board members for local organizations
Named after the late Philadelphia activist Michael Hinson, the city program offers free training with the goal of diversifying nonprofit leadership.
3 years ago
What we know about the Temple police officer fatally shot in North Philadelphia
The incident is thought to be the first time one of the university’s law enforcement officers has been killed in the line of duty.
3 years ago
The strike isn’t over until the new agreement gets ratified by union membership, the Temple University Graduate Student Union said.
3 years ago
Risks for chemical spills are high, but here’s how to protect yourself
The Ohio derailment is a reminder of what can happen for millions of Americans who live near railways. Here are the things people can do to better protect themselves.
3 years ago
Carter Center: Former President Jimmy Carter in hospice care
The Carter Center says former President Jimmy Carter has entered home hospice care.
3 years ago
Temple, TUGSA have reached a tentative deal, university says
TUGSA had been negotiating with the administration for higher wages, better benefits and improved working conditions.
3 years ago
Philly teens are in the center of the gun violence crisis. Here’s what they want to do about it
Gun violence prevention was a popular theme at the annual MLK Day speech competition hosted by the Thomas and Woods Foundation.
3 years ago
Listen 1:41Chiefs fans raise thousands for Jason Kelce’s Be Philly Foundation after Super Bowl 57
Since their Super Bowl victory over the Eagles, Chiefs fans have been supporting Jason Kelce's (Be) Philly Foundation.
3 years ago
Wilmington celebrates fifth annual Cupid’s Fun Run to support Children’s Tumor Foundation
The four-hour celebration aims to raise awareness and money to support research into neurofibromatosis and childhood tumors.
3 years ago
‘We’re here to help’: Local diaper bank begins monthly distribution in Kensington
From diapers and wipes to period and adult incontinence products, the Greater Philadelphia Diaper Bank is providing families with what they need.
3 years ago
Listen 1:53‘Lights Out’ initiative appears to be saving birds from crashing into Philly buildings
The effort to darken buildings at night to protect migrating birds appears to be working, but organizers say more long-term data is needed.
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