Military
Delaware veterans heal, connect and build community at new artistic pilot program
The new pilot program hopes to give veterans a creative outlet to express themselves and find purpose after leaving the military.
4 days ago
Listen 1:25Ceasefire goes into effect in Gaza, Israel says, after initial delay
Israel's government announced the ceasefire with Hamas took effect at 11:15 a.m. local time — around three hours after the originally scheduled time for hostilities to cease.
2 weeks ago
Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense secretary pick, grilled at contentious Senate hearing
Hegseth, 44, served in the infantry and was deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan and Guantanamo Bay. He was awarded two Bronze Stars and a Combat Infantryman Badge.
3 weeks ago
There is a draft ceasefire deal for the Israel-Hamas war. Here are the terms — and tensions
Hamas has agreed to a draft of the ceasefire deal, two officials confirmed, but Israeli officials say details are still being worked out.
3 weeks ago
Trump team questioning civil servants at National Security Council about commitment to his agenda
A U.S. official says the nonpolitical employees are being asked about their votes, political contributions and social media posts Trump's team considers incriminating.
3 weeks ago
Israel rallies global support to win release of Princeton student believed kidnapped in Iraq
Elizabeth Tsurkov, a 38-year-old student at Princeton University, disappeared in Baghdad in March 2023 while doing research for her doctorate.
4 weeks ago
Philly welcomes Palestinian refugee for medical treatment
After losing an arm in a bombing, a Palestinian girl is receiving humanitarian aid and care at Shriners Children’s Philadelphia.
2 months ago
Listen 1:12Unidentified drones: Experts explain the unexplained
Reports of drone sightings continue to cause concern. What started in New Jersey weeks ago, has spread to sightings in other areas, including the Philadelphia suburbs.
Air Date: December 17, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:39U.N. halts aid shipments through Gaza’s main crossing after looting. It blames the crisis on Israel
The decision could worsen the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as hundreds of thousands of people are living in squalid tent camps and rely on international food aid.
2 months ago
Trump’s defense choice stuns the Pentagon and raises questions about the Fox News host’s experience
Hegseth opposes “woke” programs that promote inclusion and he questions the role of women in combat.
3 months ago
Delaware County community hosts parade, special events in honor of Veterans Day
"Here in Media, this is our county seat. This is the best Veterans Day parade in the region," said Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer.
3 months ago
Israel’s ousted defense minister says the military has done all it can in Gaza
Yoav Gallant told families of Israeli hostages in Gaza that Israel's military achieved its goals in Gaza and that the prime minister is responsible for holding up a ceasefire.
3 months ago
Bucks County state rep slams Pennsylvania GOP for ‘outright lies’ about his military service
An attorney representing Munroe has sent Dan McPhillips and the Republican Party of Pennsylvania letters requesting retraction of all relevant ads.
3 months ago
Listen 0:54What to know about Republican challenges to overseas and military voting
Lawsuits have been filed in Pennsylvania, Michigan and North Carolina that challenge the validity of ballots cast by U.S. citizens living abroad, including military members.
4 months ago
Mideast violence is spiraling a year since the Gaza war began
When Hamas launched its attack on Oct. 7, 2023, it called on the Arab world to join it in a concerted campaign against Israel.
4 months ago