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Science

Cats can get coronavirus. How worried should you be?

A study published in the journal Science now says the virus can infect both felines and ferrets. But there are some important caveats to the findings.

7 years ago

In the Kauffman household in Radnor, sister Shelby helps out brother Jake with his school work. (Courtesy of Carrie Kauffman)
Community

Never home alone: How parents are managing kids’ enforced togetherness

Even a roomy house can seem crowded these days, as parents and children spend every minute together. Lots of potential for sibling squabbles.

7 years ago

The author (center) with her parents at BlerdCon. Courtesy of Joycelin Farmer.
Community

How the coronavirus put me face-to-face with familial privilege

Howard University student Joycelin Farmer wrestled with gratitude and guilt after being evicted from campus and returning to a wonderful home life.

7 years ago

Puzzles
Arts & Entertainment

Puzzles growing more popular ‘while stuck at home and going stir crazy’

Puzzle demand peaked during the Great Depression. With the economy in free fall and people under “stay at home’’ orders, puzzles are back in vogue.

7 years ago

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Community
Billy Penn

How not to hate your partner: 7 tips to help your relationship survive Philly’s lockdown

If your partner loads the dishwasher, thank them. Seriously.

7 years ago

Alison Steffensen is joined by her daughter, Elin, 3, as she works at the home office she set up in the front yard of her home in Sacramento, Calif., Friday, March 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)
Radio Times
Lifestyle

Working from home during the pandemic

We talk about the challenges of working from home during the pandemic -- how to balance work and family, how to stay focused, and the dos and don'ts of videoconferencing.

Air Date: April 2, 2020 10:00 am

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First grader David waving his magic wand at the Harry Potter Festival in Chestnut Hill, in 2015. (Natavan Werbock for WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

Rowling starts Harry Potter At Home for housebound families

J.K. Rowling is hoping a dash of Harry Potter will help families confined to their homes during the coronavirus pandemic.

7 years ago

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Health
Spotlight PA

Calls to Pa.’s child-abuse hotline fell sharply during first weeks of the coronavirus. Here’s why that’s bad news.

“Right now, we have a lot of invisible kids that are at great risk,” said Scott Hollander, executive director of KidsVoice, a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit.

7 years ago

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Community

Coronavirus: What keeps me inspired during my time at home.

Marnie Johnson loves to look out her kitchen window. And it’s what she sees in her yard that keeps her productive and inspired.

7 years ago

Though Monkey and the Elephant in Brewerytown is closed, foster youth are still relying on the program during the lockdown MICHAELA WINBERG / BILLY PENN
Community
Billy Penn

Can videoconferencing replace family visits? Philly foster kids seek comfort, support and housing amid pandemic

The coronavirus shutdown is creating challenges across the child welfare system, with no past practices to review for advice.

7 years ago

Thomas Duliban working on his laptop. (courtesy of author)
Community

How an extrovert is making the best of the coronavirus lockdown

Thomas Duliban is an extrovert who would rather be traveling than stuck at home. And yet, he’s finding that life indoors isn’t all bad.

7 years ago

Three generations of the Beverly family attend LaVoe's housewarming. (Courtesy of Desiree Beverly-McBride)
Community

‘We can’t be around each other in the way we want’: Funerals amid coronavirus crisis

One Philadelphia family said coronavirus tainted their funeral plans. With limits on guests and a traditional repast, this family honors life amid social distancing.

7 years ago

Roberto Valdes, at age 7, with his mother Kelly Beaz at Hershey Park. (Courtesy of Roberto Valdes)
Community

My mother is a feminist. She raised me to be one, too

For Women’s History Month, Roberto Valdes honors his mother, Kelly Beaz, who taught him the values of feminism.

7 years ago

Xiomara Diaz and her daughter Genesis Diaz leave William Hunter School in Kensington with free meals because of the coronavirus shutdown. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Radio Times
Education

Parenting during the pandemic

We talk to Philadelphia School District Superintendent William Hite about how the district is supporting students and get tips for parents on coping during this trying time.

Air Date: March 24, 2020 10:00 am

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Congressman Andy Kim, representing N.J.'s 3rd district, tours the East Orange VA Medical Center last week. (Rachel Wisniewski for NPR)
Radio Times
Community

Regional Roundup – 03/23/20

This week; checking in with NJ congressman Andy Kim, a local update on how local governments are handling the pandemic, and gardening while quarantined.

Air Date: March 23, 2020 10:00 am

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