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Voffee Jabateh and Ahsan Nasratullah
Community

Africatown’s new $23M center is one step closer to reality in Southwest Philly

The African Center will span 37,000 square feet. Plans include a community center, restaurant, health clinic, day care and office space.

2 years ago

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Ballet dancers on stage
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s arts and culture scene is still a ‘powerhouse,’ but pandemic recovery remains uneven

Despite some success stories, many of the region’s arts and culture organizations have not returned to pre-pandemic levels.

2 years ago

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Protester holds a sign that says 'Genocide'
NPR
Money

Top companies are on students’ divest list. But does it really work?

Protesters want their universities to sell off their investments in companies that have businesses or investments in Israel because of the country's invasion of Gaza.

2 years ago

The heart of Philadelphia commerce in Center City.
Urban Planning

Philly’s commuter foot traffic recovery stalls while Center City offices get emptier

A lack of commuters meant 8.1 million square feet of empty office space in 2023, up from 4.2 million in 2019, according to the annual Center City District report.

2 years ago

Emily Smith and Julia Zagar
Community

Jim’s Steaks reopens this week, embracing Isaiah Zagar’s former home

Two South Street landmarks were destroyed in a 2022 fire: Jim’s Steaks and the neighboring Eyes Gallery. The two buildings are now one.

2 years ago

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2026 Director Michael Newmuis
Politics & Policy

Mayor Parker’s appointed 2026 director to help Philly shine on global stage

There’s a slew of big tourism opportunities in Philadelphia during 2026, so leaders plan to make any economic trickle down more equitable than ever.

2 years ago

An empty hospital hallway
Politics & Policy

Delaware House approves controversial hospital cost review board

Debate lasted more than three hours, at which point House Democrats used a motion to force a vote on the measure.

2 years ago

Sarai Quinice
Health

Philly nail technician opens salon for medical foot and nail care in Delco

Rye’tious Nails combines Sarai Quinice’s nickname “Rye” and a play on “righteous servitude.”

2 years ago

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FDIC
Money

Regulators close Philadelphia-based Republic First Bank, first U.S. bank failure this year

The FDIC said it had seized the Philadelphia-based bank, which did business as Republic Bank and had roughly $6 billion in assets and $4 billion in deposits as of Jan. 31.

2 years ago

Hatsune Miku
Community
Billy Penn

Richie’s Café x Hatsune Miku: How a Temple University coffeeshop is collaborating with one of Japan’s biggest virtual stars

Through May 5, the family-owned business is offering a Miku-themed menu, art, and giveaways.

2 years ago

Taylor Swift themed soaps
NPR
Arts & Entertainment

Taylor Swift fans mean business with Tortured Poets soap, Eras yarn, Kelce cookies

There is a thriving industry devoted to selling crafty products inspired by Swift's music and style.

2 years ago

Jennifer Gay, a TikTok content creator, sits outside the U.S. Capitol
Politics & Policy

Senate passes bill forcing TikTok’s parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature

The revised legislation extends the deadline, giving ByteDance nine months to sell TikTok, and a possible three-month extension if a sale is in progress.

2 years ago

Lina Khan Speaks At The Brookings Institution On Antitrust Enforcement
NPR
Politics & Policy

U.S. bans noncompete agreements for nearly all jobs

The FTC has voted to ban employment agreements that typically prevent workers from leaving their companies for competitors, or starting competing business of their own.

2 years ago

For some people, drawing a line between coworkers and friends is very important. But, can you develop friendships at work?
Studio 2
Community

Should you be friends with your coworkers?, update from the polls, jazz trumpet player Terell Stafford

We spend an awful lot of time with our coworkers but when do workplace relationships become friendships and do they help or hurt us on the job?

Air Date: April 23, 2024 12:00 pm

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Melissa Lynn Torre, founder of the Vellum Street Soap Company, with recycled glass jars and bottles she uses to package the skin products she creates and sells. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community

Looking to cut down on plastics? These Philly-area stores could help

Advocates say corporations need to change their practices to tackle plastics pollution. In the meantime here are some local options for those looking to cut their consumption.

2 years ago

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