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Even the replacement venue briefly lost power that weekend, thanks to Ida.
3 years ago
How is Diwali celebrated differently in India and the U.S.?
WHYY host Priyanka Tewari, who grew up in India, speaks with UPenn lecturer Dr. Murali Balaji about his experience celebrating Diwali in the U.S.
3 years ago
Listen 5:28Halloween in West Philly: Tots in costume, a Dumpster Derby, and the ‘Porch of Doom’
Three dozen photos that capture the creative essence of the holiday — and the human spirit.
4 years ago
Women of color growing force as mom influencers
Women of color — especially new moms — who struggle to find culturally relevant parenting advice and products are taking matters into their own hands.
4 years ago
Día de los Muertos: Where the holiday came from and how to celebrate in Philadelphia
The Day of the Dead is about finding beauty and honoring loved ones — and everyone can join in.
4 years ago
Eligible families can now apply for up to $1,500 in aid to pay for heating bills
One in three Philadelphia households could qualify for a federal grant to pay off heating bills. The aid is free and does not have to be repaid.
4 years ago
Getting out and moving helps reduce the risk of falls in older people, study shows
Little steps every day can make a positive difference: Decreased physical activity was linked to more falls, a survey of 2,000 people ages 50 to 80 found.
4 years ago
Episcopal Community Services hosts free forum on racial equity, ending poverty
Episcopal Community Services is a grassroots Philadelphia organization that has been involved in the fight against poverty in the region for decades.
4 years ago
Listen 5:54What to expect as FDA weighs COVID vaccines for younger kids
On Thursday, Pfizer and BioNTech formally applied for emergency use of a lower dose for 5- to 11-year-olds. Here’s what to expect:
4 years ago
Leaked internal documents and whistle-blower testimony have raised questions about Facebook, their harmful practices and if more oversight is necessary.
Air Date: October 7, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 49:00How is the ‘Great Resignation’ affecting your day-to-day life?
Help us better understand the ways the pandemic has hampered the services that you count on and let us know.
4 years ago
2,700-year-old toilet found in Jerusalem was a rare luxury
The Israeli Antiquities Authority said the smooth, carved limestone toilet was found in a rectangular cabin that was part of a sprawling mansion.
4 years ago
My dad is homeless. I don’t think Philly is doing enough to help him
My mom and my aunt occasionally see my dad under the Market-Frankford El in Kensington. I’m grateful I haven’t seen him that way.
4 years ago
New children’s book shows girls that women can build houses too
“The House That She Built” is based on a real house in Utah constructed entirely by women.
4 years ago
Relationships and Autism Spectrum Disorder
What to Say Next: Successful Communication in Work, Life, and Love—with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Air Date: September 14, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 48:59