Economy
New Jersey’s deficit grew by $44 billion last year, as state rakes in record surplus
More than three-quarters of New Jersey’s debt comes from non-bonded obligations such as benefits for current and retired state workers.
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In Kabul, a new ritual: Hungry women wait for bread outside bakeries
Since the Taliban came to power, food insecurity has risen. Women in blue burqas sit in front of the city's upscale bakeries, silently waiting for bread.
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Nonprofits receive $17.5 million to fight hunger and boost New Jersey restaurants
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority plans to award grants to 30 organizations to buy meals for the hungry from struggling restaurants.
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Crypto plunge is cautionary tale for public pension funds
The plunge in prices for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies provides a cautionary tale for the few public pension funds that have dipped their toes into the crypto pool.
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Agency that oversees Philly finances gets an extension until 2047
The agency was supposed to end its work after city bonds were repaid in 2023, but a new extension will keep PICA around until 2047.
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Combatting the global energy crisis
Decreasing energy supply and increasing global demand have led to record high energy prices. Can we meet our energy needs without accelerating climate change?
Air Date: July 6, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:00Summer tourism booming in Rehoboth Beach amid inflation concerns and short-staffing
Delaware beach tourism is on the rise as the summer season gets into full swing. But some businesses are still searching for workers, and grappling with rising prices.
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Fourth of July weekend to test the ‘new normal’ for Philly tourism
Philly tourism officials are closely monitoring to see if the first Welcome America without COVID restrictions brings back crowds at pre-pandemic levels.
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Regional Roundup: July 4, 2022
As many Americans travel July Fourth weekend, we talk about inflation and the economy. Plus, a local scientist has discovered more lizards than any other living researcher.
Air Date: July 4, 2022 10:00 am
Center City businesses are rebounding from pandemic, report finds
A new report finds that heavy foot traffic has helped Center City businesses recover from the pandemic.
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Destruction everywhere, help scarce after Afghanistan quake
Villagers see destruction everywhere and help in short supply days after an earthquake devastated a remote region of southeast Afghanistan and killed at least 1,150 people.
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Biden urges Western unity on Ukraine amid war fatigue
President Joe Biden is praising the global alliance confronting Russia over its war in Ukraine.
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Stocks rally, driving Wall Street to a rare winning week
Stocks rallied on Wall Street Friday, sending the S&P 500 up 3.1% for its best gain in two years.
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Spending N.J.’s $9 billion budget surplus: GOP says it’s been shut out of the process
Republicans want to do more with the state’s unexpected surplus. They’ve proposed tax relief called “Give It Back”: $4 billion in rebates to 4 million residents.
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Companies are selling Juneteenth branded products. Here’s why that’s a big problem
Brands and companies are working to remove their Juneteenth items from shelves, as experts say those who are selling Juneteenth-branded products are "tone-deaf."
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