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The Daily is the radio edition of the popular podcast by the same name, produced by The New York Times. Hosts Michael Barbaro and Sabrina Tavernise provide an irresistible layman’s approach to some of the most compelling and complicated stories of our time.

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Sisters Adrianna Hecht (l) and Laurenza Giosa moved WellFed to 444 North 4th Street after launching the business from their mom’s kitchen in 2020.
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Billy Penn

WellFed: the sister-owned service delivering healthy meals across Philly

Delivering healthy meals across Philadelphia, Adrianna Hecht and Laurenza Giosa are planning an expansion for their WellFed brand in 2024.

2 years ago

Researchers from Columbia University and Rutgers University found roughly 240,000 detectable plastic fragments in a typical liter of bottled water.(Jody Amiet/AFP via Getty Images)
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Researchers find a massive number of plastic particles in bottled water

Researchers found roughly 240,000 detectable plastic fragments in a typical liter of bottled water. Most of them were nanoplastics — particles less than 1 micrometer in size.

2 years ago

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EPA finalizes new rules for companies producing toxic PFAS chemicals

Companies must now notify the EPA if they want to resume the production of certain PFAS chemicals.

2 years ago

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Pennsylvania extends ACA open enrollment final deadline for Pennie health insurance plans

Pennsylvanians who select health insurance plans this month by the final deadline will get coverage starting on Feb. 1.

2 years ago

A medical professional helps a woman who is donating blood.
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Red Cross declares an emergency blood shortage, as number of donors hits 20-year low

The number of people donating blood has dropped 40% over the last two decades, according to the Red Cross.

2 years ago

MMR — the modern combination vaccine against measles, mumps and rubella — provides stronger, longer-lasting protection against measles than the stand-alone measles vaccine typically given in the U.S. in the early 1960s. (Eric Risberg/AP Photo)
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Philadelphia measles outbreak reaches 8 confirmed cases as city offers walk-in vaccine clinics

The list of potential exposure locations has grown to include health care sites in Delaware and Montgomery County, Pa.

2 years ago

Second Life is a 3D virtual world where users can connect and engage with others. Reporter Grant Hill’s avatar is seen walking through a post-apocalyptic community. (Screenshot of Second Life)
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Democracy in the metaverse: What can we learn from Second Life?

Early metaverse pioneers on lessons learned using a 3D virtual platform.

2 years ago

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Penn Medicine updates masking guidelines due to rise in respiratory viruses

Starting Monday, Penn Medicine says in certain departments like emergency and waiting rooms, everyone two and older is required to wear a mask.

2 years ago

Erica Allen, Executive Director of the Do Care Doula Foundation, engaging with her son in the children's play area. (Johnny Perez-Gonzalez/WHYY)
Health

New Dover health resource center aims to tackle Delaware’s high Black maternal mortality rate

The state’s Black maternal mortality rate is more than double what it is for white or Hispanic residents. The Do Care Doula Foundation aims to change that.

2 years ago

A rider looks at a landscape with stone towers that reach into the sky, with a giant yellow glowing tree at the center.
The Pulse
Science

Why archaeologists study virtual worlds from video games

There’s a growing field of academic study where archaeologists study virtual worlds, or work with game developers to recreate historical sites.

2 years ago

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A Block Island Wind Farm turbine operates
Science

Amidst market challenges for offshore wind, Delaware recommends flexibility for future state projects

Delaware report encourages the state to approach offshore wind with “flexibility” in an uncertain market.

2 years ago

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Virtual Worlds, Virtual Lives

Virtual worlds allow us to reinvent ourselves and build new lives. But some of our troubles follow us there. A look at navigating community, love, and work in digital realms.

Air Date: January 5, 2024

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A woman administers a rapid COVID-19 test.
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Respiratory illnesses are on the rise. Here’s where Philadelphians can find tests and other support services

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health operates five resource hubs across the city. They offer free COVID-19 tests and other health services.

2 years ago

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A close-up of measles germs
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6abc

Philadelphia officials announce more locations of possible measles exposure

The city says the two possible cases were identified after one of the people confirmed to have measles went to a day care, disregarding quarantine and exclusion instructions.

2 years ago

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Spotlight PA

Pa. medical marijuana cards and anxiety: What the research says

If you’re considering using cannabis for anxiety, here are some resources that could be useful.

2 years ago

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