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With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.

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Quick thinking by Delaware police dispatchers saves boaters in distress in English Channel

A caller in Albania thought they were calling Dover, England, but instead they reached police in Dover, Delaware.

1 year ago

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Community
Billy Penn

Cheer on the Eagles in Brazilian Portuguese for the Birds’ Brazil game

Here’s some useful phrases you can use during Philly’s season opener in São Paulo.

1 year ago

U.S. Attorney Jacqueline Romero
Politics & Policy

Federal officials in Philly announce takedown of Russian-backed campaign to interfere in the U.S. election

Authorities say Russian-backed companies used internet domains meant to mimic legitimate American media companies to spread U.S. election misinformation.

1 year ago

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Arts & Entertainment

Eagles in São Paulo: Commentators educate audience about NFL in soccer-crazy Brazil

Local commentators and experts in Brazil are seeking to draw attention to NFL football by using funny metaphors, catchy stories about players and loud celebrations on air.

1 year ago

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Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

How to celebrate Brazilian culture in Philly as the Eagles take on the Packers in São Paulo

If you’re tuning in to the game and finding yourself feeling FOMO that you couldn’t make the trip, or yearning for more Brazilian culture, you don’t have to look too far.

1 year ago

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Politics & Policy

White House signaling it will likely stop Nippon Steel’s plans to buy U.S. Steel

Biden had already voiced his objections to the merger, backing his supporters in the United Steelworkers union who oppose the deal.

1 year ago

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Politics & Policy

The U.S. is preparing to accuse Russia of disinformation campaigns targeting the presidential election

Attorney General Merrick Garland is expected to signal the depth of U.S. concerns and signal legal actions against those suspected of being involved.

1 year ago

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Community
6abc

Eagles fans should expect to not have access to X in Brazil after country upholds nationwide block

The Philadelphia Eagles play the Green Bay Packers in Sao Paulo on Friday.

1 year ago

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Arts & Entertainment

Just keep swimming: A New Jersey swimmer’s journey to the English Channel

This week, a New Jersey swimmer heads out to swim the English Channel. Guided by local inspirations, Andrew Robinson is ready for the challenge.

1 year ago

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Evan Gershkovich
Community

Friends of Evan Gershkovich hold a celebration in Princeton after Wall Street Journal reporter’s release

Princeton, New Jersey held a pizza party to celebrate the release of Evan Gershkovich from a Russian prison Aug. 1.

1 year ago

Listen 1:12
Jon Polin and Rachel Goldberg speaking at the DNC
Politics & Policy

Parents of American held by Hamas appeal for hostages’ release during Democratic convention

Jon Polin and his wife, Rachel Goldberg-Polin, were greeted with an extended ovation and chants of “bring him home” by the thousands of Democratic delegates in Chicago.

1 year ago

Protesters in Chicago
Politics & Policy

Hundreds of protesters rally at park and train station on Democratic convention’s 3rd night

Pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian demonstrations rallied Wednesday evening a half mile apart.

1 year ago

United States' Jaime Czarkowski and Megumi Field compete in the duet free routine of artistic swimming at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, in Saint-Denis, France. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)
Arts & Entertainment

Delaware Olympic silver medalist swimmer returns, preps for start of college career

Megumi Field had a busier summer than most incoming freshmen this fall at Stanford, winning the silver medal as part of Team USA's synchro swim team.

1 year ago

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Health

A new global health emergency: What is mpox, where are the outbreaks and will the virus spread?

Here’s a look at what we know about mpox, and what might be done to contain it.

1 year ago

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Community

Sereyrath ‘One’ Van emigrated to Philly in 1984 as his family fled genocide. Advocates are fighting his deportation

“When our families are separated in this way, it's basically permanent,” said one local advocate.

1 year ago

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