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Hundreds marched through Center City on Thursday, stopping at Philly campuses and City Hall, calling for a permanent ceasefire and demanding local divestment from Israel.
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Listen 1:48World seeing near breakdown of international law amid wars in Gaza and Ukraine, Amnesty says
The human rights organization's annual report says powerful governments, including the U.S., Russia and China, have led a global disregard for international rules and values.
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Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with big bipartisan vote
The bill passed the Senate on Tuesday after the House had approved the package Saturday.
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The Uncommitted: Pa. primary is another litmus test for Biden’s handling of Israel-Hamas war in Gaza
A coalition wants 50,000 voters to write in “uncommitted” for president, rather than a candidate. The message: Stop aiding genocide or risk losing the state.
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Philly manufacturer of military robot dogs is a target of Gaza war protests
Pennovation’s Ghost Robotics has embraced the weaponization of its robots.
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In Ukraine, the vote to renew U.S. aid was cheered. But unease for the future remains
On Saturday, the U.S. House approved nearly $61 billion in assistance, including nearly $14 billion to help Ukraine buy advanced weapons systems and defense equipment.
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Israel launches missile strikes into Iran in response to Tehran’s attack Sunday
The strikes appear to be the response Israel vowed to carry out after an Iranian attack on Sunday, when Tehran fired hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel.
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A Pa. congressional race could test Democrats who have criticized Israel’s handling of war
Summer Lee is the first Black woman elected to Congress from Pa. If defeated, she would be the first Democratic incumbent in Congress to lose a primary this year.
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Israel says Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles, 99% of which were intercepted
The attack marked the first time Iran has launched a direct military assault on Israel.
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Activists arrested while protesting John Fetterman’s position on Israel
Around 50 protesters converged on the Custom House in Old City on Thursday to demand a ceasefire in Gaza. Around a dozen of them volunteered to enter the building’s lobby.
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Listen 1:10The women of World War II who inspired the now-iconic “Rosie the Riveter” movement will be awarded the long-overdue honor Wednesday.
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Listen 7:35Israel pulls some troops from southern Gaza, 6 months after Oct. 7 attacks
The latest update on Israel's ongoing military invasion comes six months to the day after the surprise attacks led by Hamas on Oct. 7 that sparked the ensuing conflict.
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Army helicopters seen flying through Lehigh Valley area not cause of concern, airport says
According to the Lehigh Valley International Airport, approximately 70 helicopters are using the airport as a staging area for refueling and will move military equipment.
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Philly families march calling for permanent ceasefire in Gaza
A permanent ceasefire resolution, divestment from Israeli bonds, and uncommitted primary votes were top of mind for rallygoers.
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The museum, housed in buildings dating from 1758, is one of two new museums to receive accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums.
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