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It’s easy to feel as if the world is falling apart. The Connection features wide-ranging conversations about the bonds that hold us together, the forces that drive us apart, the conflicts that keep us from exploring life’s possibilities and the qualities that make us unique and human.
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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

It’s easy to feel as if the world is falling apart. The Connection features wide-ranging conversations about the bonds that hold us together, the forces that drive us apart, the conflicts that keep us from exploring life’s possibilities and the qualities that make us unique and human.

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President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress in the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026.
Money

Trump child savings accounts: What they are, who they can help and their impact on wealth inequality

Trump Accounts — or 530A investment accounts — stem from a concept called “baby bonds,” which the creators hoped would reduce the racial wealth gap.

6 months ago

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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

How American children became picky eaters

American children used to be adventurous eaters. Why has kids’ food become so bland? And why are so many fussy about what’s on their plates?

Air Date: February 27, 2026 12:00 pm

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A phone with social media apps
Politics & Policy

New Jersey lawmakers move bills to address online safety for children

Legislation is being fast-tracked to better protect children’s online privacy and force black box social media warnings to be posted on platforms.

6 months ago

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Studio 2
Courts & Law

Social media on trial

Should tech giants be held accountable for the teen mental health crisis? And what could regulation look like in practice?

Air Date: February 10, 2026 1:00 pm

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Philadelphia City Hall
Politics & Policy

Philly moves forward with plan to make youth ombudsperson office permanent

The office helps improve safety and quality of services to ensure young people in residential placements are being taken care of properly.

6 months ago

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El edificio del Departamento de Educación de Estados Unidos en Washington
Education

Delaware recibe una subvención de 8.7 millones de dólares para ayudar a los profesores a integrar la alfabetización con las clases de educación cívica e historia.

Delaware fue uno de los 24 beneficiarios de la subvención federal. El dinero se destinará a apoyar la educación de niños con dificultades académicas de grados 4 a 12.

7 months ago

outside Penrose Elementary School
Community
6abc

Missing 10-year-old from Philadelphia found safe in Upper Chichester, Pa.

Police earlier said the child went missing after being dropped off at Penrose Elementary School and was last seen in the cafeteria.

7 months ago

Autumn Nelson stands
Health

A 100-year-old Germantown home will become a new birth center for Philly families

Plans to open an independent birth center come on the heels of the Lifecycle Wellness and Birth Center closure in Bryn Mawr.

7 months ago

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A certified medical assistant holds a syringe for a flu vaccine
Health

Here’s what to know about the unprecedented changes to child vaccine recommendations

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will now recommend that all children get vaccinated against 11 diseases, down from 18 a year ago.

8 months ago

The U.S. Department of Education building
Education

Delaware gets $8.7M grant to help teachers merge literacy with civics, history lessons

Delaware was one of 24 recipients of the federal grant. The money will support the education of struggling kids in grades 4 to 12.

8 months ago

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Joseph Halsey standing in front of the class while teaching
Arts & Entertainment

A New Jersey nonprofit is teaching teens about filmmaking, while offering practical support as well

The James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts offers food and clothing assistance and provides counseling to help kids flourish.

8 months ago

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Kathy Filippo and her daughter Jasmine
Community

Foster care proved a perfect match for this New Jersey woman: ‘I needed to take care of someone’

Kathy Filippo has been fostering for 18 years. “When you're in my home, you're family,” she says.

8 months ago

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Cherelle Moore (left) holds her 2-year-old son Qadir at the Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia
Community

Philly families ring in 2026 before bedtime at the Please Touch Museum

The youngest Philadelphians are hoping the new year brings more playtime, new hobbies and plenty of Pokémon cards.

8 months ago

Emily Bhatnagar and her father
Community

Penn student’s book drive nonprofit aims to comfort pediatric cancer patients across Philly region

The nonprofit For Love and Buttercup helps pediatric cancer patients find kindness and hope with books during their hospital stays.

8 months ago

A person dressed as Santa greets two very young children
Community

Wishes can come true with nonprofit helping foster children in New Jersey

One Simple Wish gives adults who can’t become foster parents themselves a way to help kids in crisis.

8 months ago

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