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South Philly-born singer Bobby Rydell was a dominant force in pop music in the late 1950s and early ‘60s — with half-a-dozen top ten ...

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Meet weightlifting ladies, breast cancer survivors who row, the Trackchair and more!

Tales of adventure in search of lost and elusive species, from the golden toad to India’s wild elephants.

Unrivaled brings fast-paced, player-owned 3-on-3 action back to the city of sisterly affection. Cherri Gregg spoke with some of the grassroots organizers.

Many people are feeling squeezed in today’s economy, with the prospect of affording college and a house, as well as saving for retirement, feeling further out of reach.

We talk about America’s obsession with sports, how it unites us, and how it can shape who we are. Plus, we get a preview for the Phillies' playoff game.

Michelle Dockery & Joanne Froggatt—Lady Mary & Anna—talk to Patrick Stoner about the special relationship of their characte ...

We break down the shutdown negotiations, the political risks for both parties, and the potential impact. How will a shutdown effect you? Who do you think will be blamed?

Center City has seen robust population growth but office vacancies remain stubbornly high and the east side of Market Street is struggling to attract tenants.

Go back to Marty Moss Coane’s 2003 interview with Madeleine Albright, as she reflected on her memoir, “Madame Secretary.”

A saint's canonization, zoo sculptures, viral song parodies, tasty pastries and more! 

A conversation with Columbia University linguist and author John McWhorter on the power of language, the dangers of censorship, and the evolution of slang and swearing.

On this edition of Jukebox Journey, Kevin highlights different types of censorship through the years in American music — from cancel cu ...

What The Biggest Loser taught us about metabolism, shedding pounds — and what it takes to keep weight off.