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Philly’s carbon emissions are dropping — but the city has a long way to go

Citywide emissions have dropped 20% since 2006, mostly thanks to a cleaner electrical grid. But emissions from cars, trucks, and planes are going up.

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FILE - The Twitter application is seen on a digital device, Monday, April 25, 2022, in San Diego.  The idea that Elon Musk might want to relax Twitter’s content standards after he buys the company is downright alarming for people who have endured waves of harassment and abuse on the platform. The fear is that the hands-off approach Musk has championed will allow Twitter to become more of haven for hate speech, bullying and disinformation.   (AP Photo/Gregory Bull, File)
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Twitter abuse victims fear Musk’s plans, but may not quit

While polls show all types of people are susceptible to online harassment, extensive research has shown that women and people of color are far more likely to be targeted.

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Carli Lloyd rejoins NJ/NY Gotham FC as minority owner

The New Jersey native joins an ownership group led by Gov. Phil Murphy and his wife, Tammy.

3 years ago

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Philly is revising the surprise streetery rules that were a ‘gut punch’ for outdoor dining

The new regulations, which are said to take restaurants’ feedback into account, could go into effect as soon as May 12.

3 years ago

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How to help your Philly neighbors get free smoke alarms installed

More than 20 Philadelphians have died in fires so far this year, and over 300 residents have been displaced.

3 years ago

Students and teachers cheer as The Wall That Heals arrives at William Penn High School in New Castle, Del., on April 26, 2022. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
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Traveling exhibit brings replica of Vietnam Veterans Memorial to Delaware

The Wall That Heals will be open to visitors at William Penn High from Thursday through Sunday afternoon. There’s a candlelight vigil Saturday night.

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Delco to host public workshop series as it seeks a ‘path toward zero waste’

Delaware County is starting to update its 10-year Municipal Waste Management Plan — and it wants the community’s help to achieve an ambitious goal.

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Wilmington, New Castle County reach first wastewater deal in nearly two decades

After nearly two decades of dispute, Wilmington and New Castle County have finally come to a deal on the county’s use of the city’s wastewater treatment plant.

3 years ago

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COVID and gun violence forces the Uplift Center for Grieving Children to pivot in new ways to help

The nonprofit provides grief counseling through peer and crisis support for children and teens grades K-12 who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives

3 years ago

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Project to enhance major crosstown Camden artery to start in May

Officials broke ground on a major road enhancement project on 7th Street, connecting North Camden to downtown.

3 years ago

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Why Philadelphia soft pretzels are better than the rest

The shape results in a unique texture and flavor.

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Russia pounds eastern Ukraine as West promises Kyiv new arms

Two months into the devastating conflict, Western arms have already helped Ukraine stall Russia’s invasion — but its leaders have said they need more support fast.

3 years ago

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Can Musk deliver on his vision for Twitter? Questions remain

Most of Musk's goals strike experts as vague or infeasible; some suggest that Musk may have bitten off more than he can chew.

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Poll: Quality of life good in N.J., but people want to leave due to costs and taxes

Nearly two-thirds surveyed in a Monmouth University poll say they would like to leave New Jersey because it costs too much.

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The world’s oldest person, Japan’s Kane Tanaka, dies at age 119

Although she didn't quite make it to her goal of 120 years old, Kane Tanaka still lived long enough to become the world's oldest person.

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