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Beyond Anthropomorphism: The Science of Animal Emotions

We explore the inner lives of animals, from pain in lobsters to odd-couple friendships to empathy in baboons.

Air Date: February 27, 2026

Listen 49:34
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Health

New addiction recovery programs and family support services coming to Sussex County

Pennsylvania nonprofit Be a Part of the Conversation is launching recovery programs and parent partnership services in southern Delaware for families affected by addiction.

7 months ago

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The American Red Cross urgently wants your blood as Greater Philly snowstorm affects blood bank supply

The snowstorm caused more cancellations at local blood donation drives and centers, at a loss of about 1,000 blood and platelet donations.

7 months ago

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President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address
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Trump said data centers should build their own power source, but offers few details

President Trump said in his annual State of the Union address that he made deals with data centers to tamp down electricity costs for consumers. But there are few details.

7 months ago

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Billy Penn

New Philly tool provides ‘one-stop shop’ for critical HIV resources

The Philadelphia HIV Resource Finder can help those interested in HIV treatment find it and prevention resources throughout the city.

7 months ago

ChristianaCare planea expandir sus servicios
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ChristianaCare planea un campus de salud en el sur de Delaware para ampliar el acceso a medida que crece la población del condado de Sussex

El campus de salud propuesto por ChristianaCare en Georgetown incluiría una sala de emergencias y atención ambulatoria para atender a la creciente población.

7 months ago

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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.

7 months 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.

7 months ago

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Health

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.

7 months 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
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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.

7 months ago

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland
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.

7 months ago

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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.

7 months 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 months 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

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