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The Phillies will be looking to add more flags to the Citizens Bank Park outfield this fall as they aim to win another NL Pennant and the World Series.

A roughly 21% fare hike will also go into effect that day.

You might look at the Schuylkill River and think it's too dirty to jump in. Contamination is a problem, but some advocates say Philly rivers are safer than some may realize.

Gov. Gavin Newsom is taking a page out of President Donald Trump's social media playbook with trolling memes and TikTok trends. Is it time for other Democrats to follow suit?

Understanding the latest research on keeping our brains healthy and sharp at any age. From diet, to exercise, technology and more, with Dr. Daniel Monti and Pam Belluck.

Tech company Waymo is testing robotaxis on streets and highways in Philadelphia. Have self-driving cars finally arrived? And would you hitch a ride in a cab without a driver?

A recent CHOP study shows mortality rates and chronic conditions have increased for young kids - obesity, sleep disturbances, pain, mental health issues, even early puberty.

AI chatbots are becoming more popular, offering people friendship, romance and even sex. Are these 'real' relationships? What do we lose without human connection?

The first national observance was shortly after the American Civil War and was then called Decoration Day. Veterans decorated war graves with blooming flowers.

The idea is planted in the sprawling tax cuts package House Republicans passed early Thursday. In a surprise move, the Senate voted this week to unanimously approve the idea.

Newark airport had thousands of delays and cancellations due to air traffic control blackouts. DOT Sec. Sean Duffy says FAA needs major upgrades and efforts to recruit staff.

Currently, roughly 5.3 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans. Referrals for collection had been put on hold since March 2020.

The Trump administration accused universities of allowing antisemitism. Some say revoking pro-Palestinian protestors' visas and freezing funds is overreach, others disagree.

With so many back-and-forth tariff actions and threats, it can be tough to keep track of where things stand. Here's a rundown of what you need to know.

Americans are pessimistic about their financial futures. Consumer confidence has dropped. Some are too scared to look at their 401Ks. What should we do in this uncertain time?