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Delaware
Energy
Environment

Rehoboth commissioners vote against $20M wastewater partnership

The proposed project would have disposed of 5 million gallons of additional treated wastewater per day from the surrounding Lewes and Wolfe Neck communities.

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The Pulse
Behavioral Health

How to overcome your procrastination habit, advice from a psychologist

Psychologist David Maloney, author of "Procrastination Decoded," shares his personal journey and methods for breaking the procrastination habit.

1 year ago

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Academics in N.J., Philly protest Trump administration cuts to scientific research

Rallies in Center City and at Rutgers University were part of a nationwide day of action to speak out against Trump administration cuts.

1 year ago

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Biology
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

‘It’s the year of the body’ at Philly’s Franklin Institute. ‘Body Worlds: Vital’ is on display through Sept. 1

The traveling exhibit uses preserved human specimens to give a deeper look at how everyday choices impact the body.

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The Pulse

Pushing for Change

A look at what motivates everyday people to effect change, both in their own lives and the wider world.

Air Date: February 14, 2025

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PlanPhilly
Environment
Philadelphia
Public Health

Philly children are exposed to dangerous lead more often than in other cities, analysis finds

An analysis by Drexel researchers found the highest-risk cities had higher rates of poverty, a higher percent of Black residents and more old homes.

1 year ago

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The Pulse
Sex & Relationships
Technology

Destiny or delusion? How two strangers handled their instant spark

Two strangers connect on a video chat website and instantly feel an undeniable bond, but there is one huge problem: Neither of them is single.

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The Pulse
Sex & Relationships
Technology

Dating apps collect a lot of data, but it’s hard for researchers to access. So two scientists made their own app

Experts say the app could lead to new insights on relationships, as well as help students cope with the anxiety of dating.

1 year ago

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The Pulse
Sex & Relationships
Technology

Is it possible to find love using dating apps? 5 tips from dating coach Logan Ury

Logan Ury discusses the science behind dating, how to make meaningful connections online, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

1 year ago

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Environment
Philadelphia
Public Safety

The deadly NE Philly plane crash caused a plume of smoke and a massive crater. Here’s what to know about the environmental impacts

Environmental contractors removed dumpsters worth of contaminated soil from the crater, according to DEP reports.

1 year ago

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Energy
Environment
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

Upper Makefield residents call for answers on Energy Transfer pipeline leak

Some residents in Bucks County reported smells of gasoline in their water as far back as September 2023.

1 year ago

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The Pulse

Meeting Your Match: Navigating the World of Modern Dating

We explore the complicated world of modern dating, and what science has to say about how to find love.

Air Date: February 7, 2025

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Higher Education
Philadelphia

In light of Trump’s anti-‘DEI’ order and funding instability, Philly-area scientists question their future in the U.S.

One researcher described it as a “particularly insidious way” to stymie the work of U.S. scientists.

1 year ago

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PlanPhilly
Economy
Environment
Pennsylvania

Shapiro’s budget proposal includes changes to energy tax breaks, and a board designed to speed up permit reviews

The governor’s energy proposals aim to encourage development of both fossil fuels and renewable energy sources.

1 year ago

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The Pulse
Environment
Politics

Before Trump took office, government science agencies adopted policies to protect their research

Scientists found their work under threat during the first Trump administration. This time, they have contracts to protect them.

1 year ago

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