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Philadelphia
Temple University student leads research project to impact cultural education in medical field
They are determined to present the distinction between Black hairstyles and medical issues in scans to create a more inclusive medical knowledge in the future.
6 months ago
The inaugural Philly Beer Fest is raising money for Trauma Survivors Foundation
Profits from the first-ever Philly Beer Fest are going to support an organization that helps trauma survivors.
6 months ago
Philly got 2 to 4 inches of snow. Cleanup is underway as conditions improve
Cleanup continues after the overnight snowstorm. Snow totals vary across the region.
6 months ago
Winter snow storm blankets Philadelphia region: See snowfall totals
The accumulating snow came to an end early Saturday morning but the fresh snow is making for a good sledding or skiing holiday weekend.
6 months ago
Philadelphia’s Black, queer history is rich, and these historians want more people to know about it
A pair of Philadelphia historians are working to amplify the lesser-known history of Black, queer figures of Philadelphia and keep their stories alive for the next generation.
6 months ago
Listen 2:02An artist who grew up on the streets of Philadelphia returns with an ‘optimistic’ climate exhibit
Artist Stephen Talasnik’s bamboo sculpture tells the story of melting glaciers.
6 months ago
‘Long Live Sturgeon!’: WHYY, Academy of Natural Sciences host discussion on endangered fish
Scientists discussed the importance of protecting endangered species during an event hosted by WHYY and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.
6 months ago
Listen 1:21Philadelphia traffic stop ends in gunfire; driver fatally wounded, officer injured
The names of the driver and the officer have not been released.
6 months ago
A groundbreaking Iranian cultural event fell to the Islamic Revolution. Now, the Philly arts center is remembering the Shiraz International Arts Fest.
6 months ago
Listen 1:13Would-be homebuyers in Philly to face another challenging spring season
The city’s residential housing market is hot, but there’s not much to buy.
6 months ago
Listen 1:06WHYY and the Free Library of Philadelphia held a Bridging Blocks discussion Thursday on the Mummers, and how they want to shape the tradition for future generations.
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Listen 1:39‘True Biz,’ an adventure yarn with deaf teenagers, is the Free Library’s ‘One Book’ selection
An adventure yarn with deaf teenagers, “True Biz” was a bestseller in 2022.
6 months ago
Listen 1:27A Winter Storm Warning has been expanded to include the heart of the Delaware Valley
Snow develops between 11 p.m. and 1 a.m., which will make for slippery conditions on the roads by Saturday morning.
6 months ago
Mayor Parker enacts long recommended split for L&I
Parker said a recent task force report found that “mission creep” at the department has sapped its ability to do its job properly.
6 months ago
Why Risky Play is Important, A ‘Chinese Menu’ for Lunar New Year
More speed, more heights, more tumbling, more fun? We discuss a new study about the importance of risky play and a new playground at FDR Park that puts it to the test.
Air Date: February 15, 2024 12:00 pm
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