
Alan was all set on majoring in biology, but then he realized he liked writing about science more than doing research, so he left Hong Kong and went to study journalism in the U.S. After interning at NPR and WBEZ in Chicago, he has never wanted to work anywhere outside of public radio. He covers space and all other kinds of innovation. He enjoys comic books, LEGO, and dragon boating.
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Einstein Healthcare says its flagship North Philly facility could close without a merger. Federal and state authorities say it will bring less competition.
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The University of Pennsylvania announced that the vast majority of undergraduate classes will be online, with some exceptions like clinical rotations for nursing students.
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Delaware no longer on quarantine list for Pennsylvania, New Jersey
People from Delaware who travel to Pennsylvania and New Jersey will no longer be required to quarantine for 14 days.
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Pa. coronavirus recovery: All large events in Philly canceled for six months
Canceled events include the Thanksgiving Day parade, the Mummers Parade and the Broad Street Run, which had already been postponed to October.
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COVID-19 can spread without people showing symptoms. How do we prepare for that?
It’s unclear how many people might pass the coronavirus along through asymptomatic spread. WHO estimates range as high as 41%. One study put it at 81%.
2 years ago
Should cities pay influencers to help stop the spread of COVID-19?
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The order covers medical and nursing staff as well as other employees like those in housekeeping and maintenance, and applies to all hospitals licensed by the department.
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University cops face renewed scrutiny amid protests against police brutality
Most universities have their own police departments, with officers who can carry guns and arrest people off campus. Activists are again asking why.
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13 police officers injured as George Floyd protest escalates in Philly; Kenney implements curfew
“The peaceful protests earlier were touching showings of our collective grief,” Mayor Kenney said. “But the anger displayed now and this afternoon cannot continue.”
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