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Technology

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Politics & Policy

New Jersey Gov. Sherrill signs the Fair Price Protection Act, banning surveillance pricing

The new law prohibits companies from using your location, browsing history and income to help set the price you pay for merchandise.

1 day ago

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Health

Philadelphia nurse hopes new tool will more accurately predict women at highest risk for postpartum hemorrhage

One study found that 4 in 10 women who had postpartum hemorrhages after delivery were considered low risk when admitted.

2 weeks ago

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Princeton University
Education

Princeton ends century-old tradition of unsupervised exams amid AI concerns

University leaders say artificial intelligence and fear of doxing have weakened the student-run system.

1 month ago

Studio 2

The changing way we work

Microshifting, polyworking, hybrid, RTO mandates and AI...disruptions to modern work continue.

Air Date: June 15, 2026 12:00 pm

Listen 51:12
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick speaks
Education
Billy Penn

Colin Kaepernick sparks Philly students’ creative storytelling with AI

The activist and former NFL quarterback’s Lumi app is helping with the school district’s five-year plan to improve literacy.

2 months ago

Studio 2
Lifestyle

How constraints make us happier and more productive

In a world with seemingly infinite competition for our time and attention, how do we decide what to prioritize?

Air Date: June 3, 2026 1:00 pm

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Huanmei Wu and Terry Heiman-Patterson pose for photo
Science

Temple researchers are building AI-powered health care ‘digital twins’ for people with ALS

A digital twin is a virtual representation of patients. Doctors plan to use the program to simulate treatments and therapies.

2 months ago

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SemPresto epinephrine autoinjector
Science

Jefferson Health doctor dreams up EpiPen alternative autoinjector that attaches to your phone

The SemPresto autoinjector epinephrine device attaches to smartphones with magnetic technology and could be used for allergic reactions.

2 months ago

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Studio 2
Health

The Big Fix: getting kids off screens

Can we make technology safer and healthier for kids and teens? Do social media and phone bans actually work? And who should be responsible for setting the boundaries?

Air Date: May 27, 2026 12:00 pm

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Members of the Lower Merion Board of School Directors speak
Education

Some Lower Merion parents don’t want their kids to use tech at school. But districts are pushing back

Parents across the country who are worried about excessive screen time in schools are lobbying educators to go back to pencils and paper.

2 months ago

Anti-Waymo protestors gathered outside City Hall
Community

Philadelphia officials question city’s lack of power over driverless cars

City Council members warned that autonomous vehicles could threaten jobs, raise safety concerns and operate beyond Philadelphia’s regulatory control.

2 months ago

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Constance Jones uses a Caroline's Cart to shop with her son at ShopRite
Science

‘It’s a lifesaver’: Philadelphia parent and advocates want more stores to have shopping carts for children with special needs

The carts are designed for older children and even adults with special needs. A national advocacy group recently started an effort to promote them.

2 months ago

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Josh Shapiro is speaking at a podium.
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania sues AI company, saying its chatbots illegally hold themselves out as licensed doctors

The lawsuit alleges that Character Technologies Inc., the company behind Character.AI, has chatbots that engage in "the unlawful practice of medicine and surgery.”

3 months ago

Morning traffic in Philadelphia
Community

Philly Tech Week is back with America250 themed events. Here’s what to know

Taking place May 4-8 this year, more than 90 tech-focused events are planned, celebrating America’s semiquincentennial.

3 months ago

Studio 2

AI and the future of work

Are doomsday predictions of AI’s impact on workers overblown?

Air Date: April 21, 2026 12:00 pm

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