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The U.S. national women’s soccer team wins $24 million in equal pay settlement
The team filed a class action lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation, saying women's team members were paid thousands of dollars less than the men at nearly every level.
2 years ago
The IRS is assigning more workers to deal with a huge backlog of tax returns
Smaller budgets, fewer employees and increased duties have led to taxpayer frustration this filing season. The IRS is establishing a "surge team" to help with the backlog.
2 years ago
Inflation has many retirees worried about outliving their savings
The highest inflation since the 1980s has many retirees scared. Their retirement nest eggs will be in peril if it persists over the long term.
2 years ago
Philly is poised to become the first U.S. city to run its own bank
Supporters say public banking will boost Black and brown businesses and spur investment in disadvantaged areas.
2 years ago
Why we’ll probably see avocado prices rise soon in the U.S.
Earlier this week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture put a temporary suspension on avocados from Mexico after an inspector received a threat. Experts say it might lead to a c
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Accusations of ‘greenwashing’ by big oil companies are well-founded, a new study finds
Chevron, ExxonMobil, BP and Shell used terms like "climate" and "low-carbon" more frequently in annual reports, but their actions on clean energy didn't match their words.
2 years ago
The economy is strong, but inflation drags on
Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker and Moody's Analytics' Mark Zandi discuss inflation and why many measures of the American economy are looking bright.
Air Date: February 16, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:00It’s not just home prices. Rents rise sharply across the U.S.
Renting a place to live is getting a lot more expensive, according to a survey that tracks rental listings across the biggest 50 U.S. cities.
2 years ago
Philly extends freeze on residential water shutoffs, offers virtual utility fairs
PWD and PECO will host virtual seminars through February and March to help customers get started with applications for assistance.
2 years ago
Parx Race and Sportsbook opens first licensed sports betting outlet in Chester County
Ahead of the Super Bowl, Greenwood Racing cuts the ribbon on its new Parx Race and Sportsbook location inside Chickie's and Pete's Malvern.
2 years ago
Philadelphia underperforms national economy, according to Pew report
Philadelphia’s economy has been hit hard by the pandemic, a new Pew Charitable Trusts study finds.
2 years ago
Want information from the IRS? For some, the agency wants a selfie
Taxpayers seeking access to some information about their taxes will be required to submit to facial recognition software, a move that has raised privacy concerns.
2 years ago
The U.S. is considering a radical rethinking of the dollar for today’s digital world
The U.S. is gingerly considering whether to adopt a digital version of its currency, one better suited for today's increasingly cashless world.
2 years ago
How local Black and brown companies can score big contracts with Philly’s biggest institutions
Tips from the pros include networking, streamlining pitches, and getting the right insurance — which a new fund will help provide.
2 years ago
Philly to pilot a guaranteed income experiment, giving cash to some needy residents
As early as March, Philadelphia will start giving up to 60 people $500 a month, for at least 12 months.
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