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With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.
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With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.

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Science

PECO’s profits skyrocket almost 50% after 2025 rate hikes

Critics say investor-owned utilities, which enjoy a monopoly, earn too much at the expense of ratepayers. PECO says the increased rates fund needed infrastructure upgrades.

6 hours ago

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Science

Pennsylvania ramps up bird flu response as officials report over 7 million infections in last month

Since the outbreak's start in 2022, about 14.6 million birds in Pennsylvania have died from the virus. Roughly half of those cases occurred in the first two months of 2026.

16 hours ago

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A Medicare prescription payment plan can help seniors afford their medications, but few know about it, say Philly researchers

The Medicare Prescription Payment Plan allows seniors to spread the cost of their prescriptions as monthly payments throughout the year.

1 day ago

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The Pulse
Science

Revenge Feels Great — But the Cost is High

We talk with lawyer-turned-researcher James Kimmel about his book, "The Science of Revenge: Understanding the World's Deadliest Addiction — and How to Overcome It."

Air Date: February 20, 2026

Listen 49:18
The Johnson & Johnson headquarters
Health

Pennsylvania to grow its life sciences industry with new $1B Johnson & Johnson cell therapy plant in Lower Gwynedd

The project is expected to create more than 4,000 construction jobs and 500 new biomanufacturing roles in the region.

6 days ago

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Health

Delco Council ends disaster declaration for Crozer Health closure

Delaware County Council has ensured that “ambulance coverage is intact and operational” following the collapse of Crozer Health.

6 days ago

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Don Keister reflexiona sobre las fotos
Health

Después de convertir una tragedia personal en acción, una pareja está lista para retirarse del grupo de adicciones de Delaware

La muerte por sobredosis de su hijo hace 13 años llevó a los Keisters a crear atTAcK Addiction.

6 days ago

Canada geese
Science

Bird flu concerns grow in New Jersey as Pennsylvania boosts farm protections

More than 1,100 dead or sick wild birds were reported in New Jersey within three days. No human cases have been reported.

7 days ago

A doctor uses breast imaging AI to get a second opinion on mammography ultrasounds. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
The Pulse
Health

Will My Doctor Be a Bot? AI and the Future of Medicine

Physician and author Robert Wachter joins us to discuss what AI-powered health care will look like in the near future.

Air Date: February 18, 2026

Listen 37:33
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Science

New network of 76 air monitors throughout Philadelphia provides detailed look at air quality

The network will offer hourly air quality index updates posted to a new website, Breathe Philly.

1 week ago

Listen 0:59
A University of Pennsylvania sign
Health

Penn graduate workers reach historic tentative agreement with university, averting strike

Union organizers say the contract will transform their quality of life. Efforts to unionize graduate students started more than 20 years ago.

1 week ago

Listen 1:36
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Health

Philadelphia health advocates urge city to fast-track 2 new Northeast health centers for an earlier opening

Building the health centers could take until 2029 to complete, but residents say the Northeast needs to expand health care options much sooner.

1 week ago

A runner takes advantage of the cleared Kelly Drive footpath in Philadelphia
Health

Inspired by the Olympics? Philadelphia-area outdoor enthusiasts offer tips for exercising in the cold

Tempted to grab some skates, snowshoes or skis after watching the Olympics? Take the right precautions before heading outdoors in the winter.

1 week ago

Listen 1:30
A sign points visitors toward the financial services department at a hospital.
Health

Pennsylvania workers spend larger cut of income on employer-sponsored health benefits, new report shows

Some Pennsylvania workers spend about one in every $10 on employer-sponsored health insurance, according to The Commonwealth Fund.

1 week ago

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A Downy Woodpecker
Science

Love birds? Philadelphians can help scientists by counting them this Valentine’s Day

Skip the roses this Valentine’s Day, and grab your binoculars and a field guide for science, with this weekend's Great Backyard Bird Count.

2 weeks ago

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