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Host Stephen Dubner has surprising conversations that explore the riddles of everyday life and the weird wrinkles of human nature-from cheating and crime to parenting and sports. Dubner talks with Nobel laureates and provocateurs, social scientists and entrepreneurs - and his Freakonomics co-author Steve Levitt.

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Her mission is to turn Pennsylvania into a rye whiskey powerhouse — and it’s working, with more than 20 distilleries on board

The craft spirits boom is strengthened by history and tradition. Can heritage grains make it last?

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Kick-off event will boost AIDS awareness for annual 5K walk in Philly

On Sept. 24, members of the Philadelphia community affected by HIV will share their experiences. The 35th annual AIDS Walk Philly is set for Oct. 17.

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One stop in Norristown brings a chance to connect to food, job contacts, and other aid

A Saturday event in Norristown attracted some people still dealing with Ida’s impact on the area. Another event is set for Sept. 25 in Pottstown.

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New children’s book shows girls that women can build houses too

“The House That She Built” is based on a real house in Utah constructed entirely by women.

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Guided hikes and movie nights: A fall 2021 guide to exploring Philly’s parks

As the delta variant drives a surge in new COVID-19 cases, the outdoor recreation boom may continue. Here’s a guide to exploring Philly’s parks this fall.

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Pennsylvania
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Philly wins another new corporate HQ as Harsco follows Rite Aid to Philly

The industrial services firm said the move will bring 100 jobs to the city. Long based near Harrisburg, Harsco expects to be in Philly by 2023.

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WHYY’s N.I.C.E. partnership amplifies underrepresented community voices

The effort is a collaboration with producers, publishers, journalists, artists, and laypeople who help connect our audiences to diverse communities.

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Harrisburg Hispanic heritage festival back in-person with music, food and vaccines

The Latino Hispanic American Community Center is celebrating its 11th annual Hispanic heritage festival Saturday in Harrisburg.

4 years ago

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Frederick Douglass portrait unveiled at Union League

It is widely considered that the great abolitionist Frederick Douglass was the most photographed American of the 19th century.

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Token jewelry, mini trolleys, cozy sweats: Best merch at the SEPTA store, now open for the first time since March 2020

Heads up, transit fans: online shopping is coming next year.

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Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania liquor stores put 2-bottle limit on some booze

Pennsylvania's state-run liquor system will begin rationing sales of a few dozen products on Friday in response to what it describes as supply shortages beyond its control.

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‘Good for the soul’: Salsa pros offer lunchtime dance lessons at Love Park

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Siempre Salsa Philly is leading a Latin dance lunch break every Thursday at the park across from City Hall.

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After a grim 2020, Philly Fashion District welcomes a fast-fashion giant

Primark is known for its affordable, stylish offerings. Can the Irish retailer help Philadelphia Fashion District turn around after a terrible year?

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4 young people with ties to Simon Gratz High School have been shot in past week

"Think about how tragic that is, not only for my school community but for those families," the principal said.

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‘Mad or nah?’: Philly residents react to the expiration of pandemic-related benefits

P.O.C. hit the streets of Philadelphia to see how residents were reacting to the news that federal unemployment benefits expired a week after the eviction moratorium.

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