Health & Science

This comes as more researchers, and even some lawyers and public officials, are comparing the harmful effects of ultra-processed food and tobacco.

PECO made record profits in 2025 after a recent rate hike. Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro had called the new proposal “pure greed.”

A discussion with NPR’s Michaeleen Doucleff about dopamine, and escaping the vicious cycle of chasing pleasure.

Chariot Allaire Partners says it is in discussions with two to three “major academic medical centers” in the Philly region to run the vacant hospital.

Proponents of community solar energy say the initiative is a solution to rising costs of electricity.

PGW says it needs to replace an aging liquefier in Port Richmond. Philadelphia Gas Commission staff had recommended not to approve the project.

Scarlet tanagers migrate to Pennsylvania’s forests each year to breed before heading back to South America.

From switching to LED light bulbs, to turning down your hot water heater, here are a few things you can do to save on your electricity bill.

Politicians see Greenland as an asset. Researchers say the island can teach us about the Earth’s past and future.

The move lifts a 40-year de-facto moratorium tied to the federal government finding a permanent facility to store radioactive nuclear waste.

The latest on dementia, from recent medical advancements in diagnosis and treatment, what you can do to lower your risk today, and how family members can find support.

PFAS are commonly found in household items and can remain in the environment — and our blood — for decades.

PECO seeks to raise rates again by 12.5% for Philly and suburban electric customers. The governor's office says Shapiro believes the rate case should be withdrawn immediately.

Neurogastroenterologist Trisha Pasricha says constipation woes on vacation happen to lots of people — but she says there are solutions.

Dozens of data centers are planned for the Philly region. Some lawmakers want to put up guardrails, while others want to speed their development.