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Philadelphia’s Ride of Silence honors bicyclists who lost their lives
Philadelphia’s Ride of Silence will honor bicyclists who died or who were injured Wednesday evening.
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Phillies, Philabundance, and Citizens Bank team up to help those who are food insecure
Philabundance is getting help from the Phillies and Citizens Bank to pay for meals for food insecure families, which has been on the rise since the pandemic.
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With Roe in doubt, some fear tech surveillance of pregnancy
Companies that collect data from digital clues people leave online often know their most sensitive health info — gleaned from web searches, health apps and location trackers.
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U.S. Soccer equalizes pay in milestone with women, men
Led by Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe, American women long have pressed for gender equity.
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Benjamin Franklin gave instructions on at-home abortions in a book in the 1700s
Benjamin Franklin is revered in history for his fixation on inventing practical ways to make everyday life easier.
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Senior living, hotel to replace St. Charles Borromeo Seminary
Main Line Health plans to redevelop a 73-acre seminary in Wynnewood to build a health and wellness campus over the next 10 to 12 years.
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Parks on Tap returns to Philly parks for the summer season
Parks on Tap, a series of pop-up beer gardens that go across the city, is back this summer. Part of the sales benefit city parks.
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The exposure to racist acts of gun violence is a mental health concern, local mental health professionals say.
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Years after shutdown, cancer-causing chemical still detected at former refinery site
Nearly three years after the PES refinery closed, levels of cancer-causing benzene found at its property line are still higher than many operating refineries.
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Nonprofits, schools train teens to settle their own arguments in hopes of preventing gun violence
Across Philadelphia, nonprofits are building a network of trained conflict mediators. That includes teaching teens to settle their own arguments without picking up a gun.
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Listen 4:49Europe accused of ‘double-standard’ on Ukrainian refugees
The quick acceptance of Ukrainians fleeing Russia's aggression puts a spotlight on Europe's “double standard” for migrants.
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Authorities: Hate against Taiwanese led to church attack
A former neighbor says the California church shooting suspect’s life unraveled after he was nearly beaten to death several years ago.
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Cherry Hill team taking emotional support dogs to Buffalo after mass shooting
The canines will be there to comfort emergency responders, families and friends of the victims, as well as the community.
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White House says deal near to reopen formula plant
President Joe Biden is offering formula manufacturers and retailers transportation and logistics support to ease the nationwide shortage of baby formula.
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In Ukraine and internationally, scenario darkens for Russia
Russia’s war in Ukraine is hitting new hurdles both on the battleground and internationally. Europe is moving Monday to sharpen and expand its response to Russia’s invasion.
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