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Is Threads really a ‘Twitter killer’? Here’s what we know so far
Meta's new app, Threads, may be the latest in a long-string of Twitter's competitors, but it appears to have an edge in the game thanks to its ties to Instagram.
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Meta takes aim at Twitter with the launch of rival app Threads
Meta unveiled an app to rival Twitter on Wednesday. Called Threads, the new offering is billed as a text-based version of Meta’s photo-sharing app Instagram.
2 years ago
‘Yon Teens’ say goodbye to Memories in Margate, and remember former owner Jerry Blavat
The Jersey Shore institution for more than a half-century seems doomed to the wrecking ball after the death of its owner Jerry Blavat.
2 years ago
Maryland’s highest court to hear appeals in case chronicled by ‘Serial’ podcast
The court also said Wednesday it will hear appeals from the victim’s family.
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Fox News unveils primetime lineup with Jesse Watters in Tucker Carlson’s former time slot
“Jesse Watters Primetime" will begin at 8 p.m. Eastern on July 17 as part of a revamped weekly nighttime lineup on Fox News.
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Queen Latifah and Billy Crystal are among the 2023 Kennedy Center honorees
Billy Crystal, Renée Fleming, Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah and Dionne Warwick will be honored for their lifetime artistic achievements as the 46th class of Kennedy Center honoree
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WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich loses appeal, will remain in Russian detention
The journalist's parents traveled to Russia to hear the pretrial decision, and they were able to briefly see their son and talk.
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‘Youth Set The Stage’ showcased films, documentaries, and podcasts at WHYY
WHYY, Philly Cam, Poppyn, Lil Filmmakers, Big Picture Alliance, Motivos, PA Youth Vote, Scribe, and Philadelphia Student Union sponsored the event.
2 years ago
Listen 1:02The Forten Family, ‘Schooled’ Season Six, Harm Reduction
We'll talk about public education funding in Pa on the Schooled podcast. Then, harm reduction in response to the opioid epidemic. And, The Forten Family of Philadelphia.
Air Date: June 14, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:12Fox News sends Tucker Carlson cease-and-desist letter over Twitter series, reports say
After his April firing, Carlson kicked off a “Tucker on Twitter” series. Two episodes have aired so far.
2 years ago
I-95 Collapse, ‘Albie’s Elevator’ Premiere
The latest on the I-95 bridge in Northeast Philadelphia that collapsed after a truck beneath it burst into flames. And, WHYY’s new kids’ program Albie’s Elevator now on TV-12!
Air Date: June 13, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:12Black men in media discuss their success and the power of telling authentic stories
WHYY’s N.I.C.E initiative organized an event to celebrate Black men in media, unpack harmful tropes, and inspire young artists.
2 years ago
WHYY News wins 15 Keystone Media Awards for investigative reporting, digital coverage
The Keystone Awards recognize “journalism that consistently provides relevance, integrity, and initiative in serving readers and audiences.”
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Wade Goodwyn, longtime NPR correspondent, dies at age 63
Wade Goodwyn had one of public radio's most recognizable voices but it was his rich writing and keen observations that made him a listener favorite over decades at NPR.
2 years ago
Journalists at Gannett newspapers walk out over deep cuts and low pay
Hundreds of journalists are walking off the job Monday and Tuesday at two dozen newspapers owned by the Gannett company.
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