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Hosted by Jad Abumrad and Robert Krulwich, Radiolab is a show about curiosity. Where sound illuminates ideas, and the boundaries blur between science, philosophy, and human experience.

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Moderator Virginia Esteban, therapist María Aguilar and assistant professor at the University of Delaware Franssy Zablah speak at the event
Community Events
Delaware
Immigration

Mental health takes a hit as fears over immigration enforcement spread through Delaware’s Latino communities

Stricter immigration policies and rising fear are taking a toll on the mental health of Latino families in Delaware, many of whom face barriers to care and support.

10 months ago

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80-foot tall Luminous Liberty Bell from 1926
History
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

‘America’s greatest flop’: How the nation’s 150th celebration went so wrong

Philadelphia had killed it as host of the nation’s 100th birthday in 1876; the 1926 event went very differently.

10 months ago

Independence Hall in Philadelphia
NPR
Community Events
History
National
Philadelphia

America has a major birthday coming up — here’s what to expect for the big 2-5-0

It's the nation's semiquincentennial! July 4, 2026, is the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Here's how the U.S. is planning to party.

10 months ago

Max Stanford holds two shirts at Bar Jawn in Manayunk
Food & Drink
Sports

Competitive eater ‘Max vs Food’ conquers food challenges at Manayunk bar

Ahead of Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, Max Stanford talks training, recovering and tackling massive meals.

10 months ago

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Fourth of July fieworks over Art Museum
Community Events
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

A 2025 Procrastinator’s Guide to Fourth of July events in Philly

From fireworks and backyard BBQs to museum days and star-powered concerts, make your holiday plans now.

10 months ago

marijuana from The Farm
Delaware
Economy
Government

‘Long overdue’: Delawareans can start buying recreational marijuana Aug. 1

Retail weed will be available first at 13 medical dispensaries that received conversion licenses. Thirty other retail stores are in the pipeline.

10 months ago

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A corporate fat cat made an appearance
Business
Philadelphia
Protests

Philly’s largest union representing city workers could go on strike Tuesday. Here’s what could be impacted and how the city is preparing

The union represents 9,000 blue-collar city employees ranging from sanitation workers to crossing guards.

10 months ago

David Matthau, far left, WHYY’s local Trenton New Jersey reporter
Community Events
Media
New Jersey

Trenton residents come together for a community barbecue powered by Dodge Foundation

“For WHYY to really take a chance and really take an approach like this is important,” said Perry Shaw III, director of the Trenton Community Street Team.

10 months ago

Nicetown rowhomes destroyed
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Billy Penn

What we know so far about the Nicetown fire and explosion

Investigators await clearance to enter site where one person died after three rowhouses collapsed Sunday morning.

10 months ago

Various officials sitting on stools on a stage during a press conference
Gender
Philadelphia
Sports
Billy Penn

At last! Philly to get WNBA franchise in 2030

The expansion team will be co-owned by Sixers owners, with Comcast holding a minority stake. It’s slated to play in same arena as the 76ers.

10 months ago

Philadelphia City Hall in Philadelphia, Monday, Feb. 6, 2023.
Employment
Government
Philadelphia

Philly’s blue-collar union says it will strike at midnight if there’s no deal struck. Here’s what you need to know

AFSCME DC33, which represents Philly’s blue-collar workers, is vowing to strike at midnight if there isn’t an agreement with the city.

10 months ago

Heather Deegan Hires and Ralph Hunter
History
New Jersey
Race & Ethnicity

Atlantic City’s Ralph Hunter envisions new Black history museum in town

The 87-year-old Atlantic City resident said he will be knocking on doors to raise $100,000 for the museum.

10 months ago

inside the Constitution Center
Community Events
History
Philadelphia

Philly’s Chestnut Hill neighborhood cancels Wheels in the Windows event, ‘dreaming for something really big for 2026’

With July Fourth falling on a Friday this year, many local businesses are closing up shop. Neighborhood leaders say they will redirect efforts to the 2026 celebration.

10 months ago

Protesters march through Center City on the way to Rittenhouse Square
International
Philadelphia
Protests
Billy Penn

U.S. and Israeli military actions condemned at Center City protest

About 100 people rallied at City Hall and marched through Center City to denounce American military involvement in the Middle East.

10 months ago

An explosion and fire in Nicetown early Sunday morning
Philadelphia
Public Safety
6abc

Philadelphia explosion levels homes, leaving 1 dead and 2 injured in Nicetown

Two women who lived in one of the adjacent homes were injured when the collapse happened.

10 months ago

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