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Philly-area MACH2 hydrogen hub spared in latest round of Trump administration clean energy cuts

The Department of Energy slashed more than $7.5 billion for clean energy projects in 16 Democratic-led states, yet Pennsylvania's "green" hydrogen hubs survive, for now.

8 months ago

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The brilliantly colored golden toad — found only in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve in the Tilarán Mountains of Costa Rica — was last spotted in 1989 and then never seen again. (Martha Crump)
The Pulse
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The Search for the Golden Toad and Other Adventures in the Wild

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

Air Date: October 3, 2025

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New Medicare dementia program offers free, enhanced support services to families in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware

The GUIDE program pays local health and home care organizations to provide free dementia respite services, education, training and care coordination.

8 months ago

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Looming health insurance spikes for millions are at the heart of the government shutdown

Democrats have demanded that the subsidies, first put in place in 2021 and extended a year later, be extended again.

8 months ago

Governor Josh Shapiro signs executive order at press conference
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Pennsylvania governor announces new vaccine safeguards, expanded access to shots in executive order

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s executive order, issued Oct. 1, directs state agencies to create vaccine information hubs, safety net programs and insurance requirements.

8 months ago

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Jane Goodall, conservationist renowned for chimpanzee research and environmental advocacy, has died

While living among chimpanzees in Africa decades ago, Goodall documented the animals using tools and doing other activities previously believed to be exclusive to people.

8 months ago

Parent with autism with kids
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For some Philly-area parents and autism advocates, Trump’s Tylenol report reveals split on research, treatment efforts

Some families say they remain frustrated at the overwhelming attention on causes of autism rather than on systems and supports to help kids today.

8 months ago

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Philadelphia’s Academy of Natural Sciences cuts museum hours over funding concerns

Starting Oct. 1, the Academy of Natural Sciences will only be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. A restructuring of staff is expected to follow.

8 months ago

Neil Makhija speaks into a microphone
Health

Montgomery County offers free COVID-19, flu vaccines at community clinics

County residents can make an appointment online or walk in to receive their vaccine.

8 months ago

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland
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Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Springfield Hospital head to auction block

Prospect Medical Holdings is selling real estate from the shuttered hospitals, with a possible auction if enough bids come in, court documents show.

8 months ago

In 2009, Tracey Yukich Lane competed in Reality TV Show 'The Biggest Loser.' (Courtesy of Yukich Lane)
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Surviving ‘The Biggest Loser’: Tracey Yukich Lane's untold story

16 years after "The Biggest Loser", Tracey Yukich Lane opens up about her experience, being painted a villain, and keeping the weight off.

8 months ago

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Solar installers set up an array on the roof of One Hope Community Church in Hunting Park.
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‘Innovative’ solar project on Hunting Park church will help nearby households pay their electricity bills

The arrangement is a way to sidestep Pennsylvania regulations that do not allow community solar in the state.

8 months ago

A piping plover runs across the beach
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Delaware’s piping plover chicks remain at risk from climate change, predators and humans

Though conservation efforts have helped to improve piping plover pairings, researchers say fledgling numbers are not keeping pace.

8 months ago

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Lessons on Weight Loss from ‘The Biggest Loser’

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

Air Date: September 26, 2025

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Construction vehicles are seen at the former SPS Technologies plant in Jenkintown
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SPS Technologies pledges to return to Abington. Construction to begin in 2026

The aerospace parts manufacturer’s old plant went up in flames months ago and prompted evacuations and school closures in Abington, Cheltenham and Jenkintown.

8 months ago

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