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People at the Southeast Asian market
Weather

Philly’s Southeast Asian Market bounces back a week after microburst storm destroys inventory

A week after severe storms devastated vendor stands and inventory, the market bounced back and drew in customers.

1 day ago

Tarir Satterfield-Rowe of Camden jogs across a smoke shrouded Ben Franklin Bridge
Weather

Reprieve from wildfire smoke expected to come over the weekend, meteorologists say

Rainfall and a change in wind direction are expected to push the smoky air away from Philadelphia.

3 days ago

Philly’s skyline was barely visible due to wildfire smoke
Weather

Philly pools closed, trash pickup canceled due to very unhealthy air

Wildfire smoke is bringing very unhealthy air pollution to the Philadelphia region. Officials say everyone should avoid optional outdoor activities.

4 days ago

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Smoke drifting into Philadelphia
Weather

Wildfire smoke sparks Code Red air quality warning for Pennsylvania

Air quality in the Philadelphia region is forecast to be unhealthy for everyone Thursday. Officials advise limiting outdoor activities.

5 days ago

Vendors at the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
Community
Billy Penn

Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park devastated by ‘microburst’ storm

The South Philly market is soliciting donations to help vendors who “watched their businesses get destroyed in real time.”

1 week ago

In India, tea gardens often attract wild herds of Asian elephants, causing wildlife to clash with civilization. (Avijan Saha)
The Pulse
Science

Chasing Wildlife: From the Golden Toad to Giant Elephants

Tales of adventure from the wild — in search of lost and elusive species.

Air Date: July 10, 2026

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Philadelphia's skyline is visible above the Eastwick tree line.
Science

Levee plan not viable for Philly’s flood-prone Eastwick neighborhood, says U.S. Army Corps

Earlier this year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that the formally proposed levee would be downsized. Now they say the levee is not feasible.

2 weeks ago

Baloo, a sloth bear living at the Philadelphia Zoo
Community
Billy Penn

The Philadelphia Zoo’s bears got a dream home makeover

A $25 million renovation to the new Carey Bear Country lets endangered bears swim, play and explore new spaces.

2 weeks ago

Andrew Plunkett inspecting a Monarda didyma
Community

Want to grow native plants? This Hopewell Twp. group will help you get started

The Hopewell, NJ Native Plant Swap group gives away plants and seeds, and teaches newbies how to garden.

2 weeks ago

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Miranda Mote stands by her square yard of flax
Science

Pa. residents revive colonial-era practice by growing a ‘square yard’ of flax

The PA Flax Project promotes the revitalization of the industry as a climate-friendly crop that could be used to make the sustainable plant-based fiber linen.

2 weeks ago

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Liyana Mendez, 7, of Philadelphia cools off in the mist fans
Community

Philly medical teams at outdoor FIFA Fan Festival prepare for cases of heat illness as temperatures soar in the region

Temperatures in Greater Philadelphia are expected to reach over 100 degrees during World Cup games and America’s semiquincentennial events.

3 weeks ago

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wetlands
Politics & Policy

3 decades in the making, Delaware lawmakers pass measure to protect state’s wetlands

The legislation will create a tiered permitting system for development based on how critical a nontidal wetland is.

3 weeks ago

Water is spraying from an opened fire hydrant
Weather

Dangerous heat and a few thunderstorms are possible around Philadelphia on the Fourth of July

Feels-like temperatures could reach as high as 110 degrees Wednesday through Friday. Storms could dampen July Fourth fireworks shows.

3 weeks ago

close up of a female deer tick
Health

How to protect yourself — and your yard — from ticks

Experts say this summer is shaping up to be the worst tick season in a decade — and a lot of bites are happening in people's own backyards.

4 weeks ago

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A vacant lot filled with trash.
Urban Planning

City of Chester fights illegal dumping with new greening initiative for vacant lots

Residents say they hope transforming vacant lots into green spaces will help reduce illegal dumping and crime, while improving people's health.

1 month ago

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