
Religion
Jury poised to deliberate death penalty or life sentence for gunman in Pittsburgh synagogue massacre
The same jurors who convicted 50-year-old Robert Bowers in June on 63 criminal counts listened to closing arguments in the penalty phase of his federal trial Monday.
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The gunman who killed 11 people in a Pittsburgh synagogue is found eligible for the death penalty
A federal jury announced its decision Thursday, setting the stage for further evidence and testimony on whether Robert Bowers should be sentenced to death or life in prison.
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Philly’s LGBTQ Catholic church celebrates 50 years of acceptance and community
Nestled in the heart of the Gayborhood, Dignity’s Philly chapter has members of all ages, from Gen Zers to Boomers
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Authorities charge 5 more in probe of child sexual abuse among Jehovah’s Witnesses in Pennsylvania
The indictments announced Friday are the latest charges in an ongoing probe that has identified 14 suspects.
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Supreme Court solidifies protections for workers who ask for religious accommodations
The Supreme Court is using the case of a Christian mailman who didn’t want to work Sundays to solidify protections for workers who are religious.
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‘Lifting Voices’ celebrates Philly’s rich gospel history with a showcase of modern praise music
In the city where the “Godfather of Gospel” once worked, a new WHYY contest is open to all comers, and entry is free.
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Pope Francis, back to Vatican routine post-surgery, says thanks to shouts of ‘Long live the pope!’
Thousands of pilgrims and tourists in the square exploded in applause when he came to the window.
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Truck driver guilty of killing 11 at Pittsburgh synagogue in deadliest attack on Jews in US history
Jurors must now decide whether the 50-year-old should be sent to death row or sentenced to life in prison without parole as the federal trial shifts to a penalty phase.
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Wilmington's Little Italy is celebrating almost 50 years of honoring Italian heritage and culture.
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What happens to papal power when a pope is unconscious? Nothing
Pope Francis' surgery to repair a hernia in his abdominal wall has raised questions about what happens to papal power when Francis is unconscious or unable to lead the church.
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Muslim youth, community members call on Philadelphia city leaders to address gun violence
Emgage Pennsylvania and CAIR Philadelphia organized the Muslim Day event, connecting students directly with city leaders.
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Listen 1:22Black Clergy of Philadelphia hosting summit on violence
The Black Clergy of Philadelphia believes its summit can result in a workable plan to help fight continued violence in the city.
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Prosecutor: Gunman in Pittsburgh synagogue massacre harbored ‘malice and hate’ for Jews
The federal trial of Robert Bowers comes four and a half years after the shooting deaths of 11 worshipers from three congregations meeting at the Tree of Life synagogue.
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Unraveling the mystery of a childhood illness and a treatment rooted in Vodou
Chris Lundy has always wanted to figure out why his family took him to see a Vodou priest and how this treatment made him better.
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Listen 24:31Was Grace Kelly’s royal marriage set up by a beloved Wilmington priest?
Father Tucker’s role in the movie star’s romance with Prince Rainier of Monaco was unconfirmed, but “he was a legend in his own time.”
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