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Our greatest actors transport us through the magic of fiction, one short story at a time. Sometimes funny. Always moving. Selected Shorts connects you to the world with a rich diversity of voices from literature, film, theater, and comedy. Hosted by Meg Wolitzer.

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Race & Ethnicity

Amate Mujer, or Love Yourself, Woman, event returns to Delaware to celebrate Latinas, self-love and community

More than 300 Latinas are expected for a night of women empowerment, featuring a red carpet, authentic food and inspiring speakers.

11 months ago

Listen 1:31
Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Schwarber (12) is out
Philadelphia
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Alec Bohm and JT Realmuto lift the Phillies to a 7-3 victory over the Washington Nationals

Starting pitcher Zack Wheeler went six innings for the Phillies, giving up two hits and one run.

11 months ago

John Tortorella stands behind his bench
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Flyers fire coach John Tortorella in midst of another losing season

The team named Brad Shaw the interim coach, starting with Thursday’s game against Montreal.

11 months ago

Josh Shapiro speaking to a group of people
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Shapiro announces $5M grant to Philly Muslim community center

A record $5 million redevelopment grant will help a private school that blends Islamic teachings with a standard curriculum.

11 months ago

Listen 1:14
Will Smith holds the Will Smith Way sign
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Philadelphia
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‘Born and raised’: Will Smith returns home for West Philadelphia street naming in his honor

The “Fresh Prince of Bel Air” actor was given a hero’s welcome and the first key to the city issued by Mayor Cherelle Parker.

11 months ago

Listen 1:12
Camille Bell and Johnny Velazquez smile
Business
National
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

Founders of Black-owned brands adapt their hopes and business plans for a post-DEI era

“Target would have been a great boost to our business’s growth ... We’ll just find it elsewhere,” said a Philly makeup company's co-founder about the retailer's DEI rollback.

11 months ago

the Philadelphia Portal
Media
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Philly breaking the Portal is the least surprising story of 2025

The interactive public art installation arrived in LOVE Park in October 2024. It lasted five months before needing repairs.

11 months ago

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Philadelphia
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‘A reckless dismantling’: EPA employees and supporters march in Philly to protest cuts

EPA staffers and retirees worry rollbacks and cuts planned by Trump administration officials could undermine work to protect human health.

11 months ago

Listen 1:25
the Signal app on a phone
Explainers
Military
Technology

What is Signal, the messaging app where Trump officials texted war plans to a journalist?

National security officials texted war plans for military strikes in Yemen to a group chat in the secure messaging app that included the editor-in-chief for The Atlantic.

11 months ago

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Employment
Higher Education
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Community College of Philadelphia’s union sets Wednesday strike date

CCP administration says it has been consistently negotiating and is committed to reaching an agreement.

11 months ago

Rendering of what the Market Street bridge
Philadelphia
Transportation
Billy Penn

Cyclists have doubts about Market Street bridge design

Some riders would end up crossing the street four times, or more.

11 months ago

Juntos protests outside U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Philadelphia
Immigration
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Billy Penn

As some immigrants mull leaving country, Philly advocacy group says stay, but plan

Juntos and legal aid nonprofits are working to help community members develop family preparedness plans.

11 months ago

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Environment
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

SPS Technologies continues to monitor air, water in Jenkintown and says no health risks found

The company has tested air, creeks, soot and debris from the fire. It plans to continue air and water monitoring “for the foreseeable future.”

11 months ago

Listen 1:21
Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper, left, and Nick Castellanos
Philadelphia
Sports

The Phillies head back to regular season play this Thursday. Here’s what to expect, how to watch and who to watch for

The Phillies enter the 2025 season with high betting odds to win the World Series after earning the NL East division title last season.

11 months ago

President Donald Trump, left, and Sen. Dave McCormick
Philadelphia
Politics
Sports

Trump makes NCAA men’s wrestling championships in Philly his latest sports-focused trip

President Donald Trump arrived at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia to loud cheers and a standing ovation.

11 months ago

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