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The streaming model is cratering — here’s how that’s hurting actors, writers and fans
Streamers have been removing content from their platforms lately — and they're canceling series after just one season.
2 years ago
Herbal supplement kratom targeted by lawsuits after a string of deaths
Last week, a jury in Washington state awarded a $2.5 million verdict in the first kratom wrongful death trial in the U.S.
2 years ago
As Rehoboth considers following Dewey Beach in banning dispensaries, southern Delaware lawmakers consider county-level regulation.
2 years ago
USDA plans new resource center for Philly’s urban farmers to diversify growth
Philadelphia will get a service center with USDA employees on hand to help urban farmers as part of the Biden-Harris administration economic development plan.
2 years ago
NFL owners unanimously approve the $6.05B sale of the Commanders from Snyder to Harris group
The group also includes basketball Hall of Famer Magic Johnson, Washington-area businessman Mitchell Rales and Harris' co-76ers and Devils owner David Blitzer.
2 years ago
Got tipping rage? This barista reveals what it’s like to be behind the tip screen
The rise in tipping has many customers fuming, but one worker who depends on tips says most customers misunderstand what they are.
2 years ago
The Battery in Fishtown is getting a 62-unit boutique hotel
The new Fishtown hotel known as Riversuites is expected to open by the end of the year.
2 years ago
Environmental org creates tool to help municipalities regulate warehouse development
A model ordinance released by PennFuture aims to limit impacts like truck traffic and increased stormwater runoff.
2 years ago
The Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce formed in 2020 to help Black business owners grow while creating new opportunities for others.
2 years ago
Hollywood actors join screenwriters in historic industry-stopping strike as contract talks collapse
It will be the first time since 1960 that actors and writers picket film and television productions.
2 years ago
Brotherly Grub wins best cheesesteak at the first Black Chef Showdown in South Philly
Hibiscus Cafe won the vegan half of the competition, which brought hundreds out for some serious sandwich sampling.
2 years ago
Microsoft can move ahead with record $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, judge rules
Regulators are seeking to ax the deal because they say it will hurt competition.
2 years ago
Are Amazon Prime Day deals worth it? 5 things to know
Amazon's annual sale will run Tuesday and Wednesday, boasting that the sales offered will be its lowest prices so far this year. Before you buy, read here.
2 years ago
BofA hit with $250 million in fines and customer refunds for ‘double-dipping’ fees, fake accounts
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency found that the bank’s double-dipping on fees was illegal.
2 years ago
Center City foot traffic rebounds on weekends, still lags on workdays
Weekend pedestrian traffic in downtown Philadelphia during May was 94% of what it was in 2019, according to cell phone data compiled by the Center City District.
2 years ago