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Science

Artificial intelligence to be used by SEPTA, PPA to catch drivers illegally parked in bus lanes

High-tech cameras will be mounted onto more than 150 buses and trolleys so the Philadelphia Parking Authority can identify and ticket vehicles illegally parked in bus lanes.

4 months ago

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Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Best of Philly tourism: Off-the-beaten-path edition

We rounded up the coolest spots in Delaware, New Jersey, Philadelphia and the suburbs for food and drink, outdoor activities, attractions worth the cost and free things to do.

Air Date: April 3, 2025 12:00 pm

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Phil Murphy speaks
Courts & Law

Creating and sharing deceptive AI-generated media is now a crime in New Jersey

The creation and dissemination of deceptive deepfake media is now a crime punishable by up to five years in prison.

4 months ago

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Politics & Policy

In their own words: Trump officials shrugging off Signal leak once decried Clinton’s server

Some of the text's participants who spoke out against Clinton haven't commented publicly at all about the Signal leak.

4 months ago

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Community

What is Signal, the messaging app where Trump officials texted war plans to a journalist?

National security officials texted war plans for military strikes in Yemen to a group chat in the secure messaging app that included the editor-in-chief for The Atlantic.

4 months ago

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Politics & Policy

Trump officials texted war plans to a group chat in a secure app that included a journalist

Trump told reporters he was not aware that the sensitive information had been shared, 2 1/2 hours after it was reported.

4 months ago

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Education

Drexel lab uses animation, 3D printers, music to teach STEM disciplines

Students learn animation, 3D printing and making music at Drexel lab dedicated to integrating sciences and the arts.

5 months ago

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Studio 2: On the Road at Princeton Public Library (Left to right: Avi Wolfman-Arent, Cherri Gregg, Tom Griffiths, Arvind Narayanan)
Studio 2
Lifestyle

How AI is changing the world

AI experts Arvind Narayanan and Tom Griffiths discuss the rise, risks and opportunities of artificial intelligence at Princeton Public Library for Studio 2: On the Road.

Air Date: March 4, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 52:56
Elon Musk receives a chainsaw
Money

Federal technology staffers resign rather than help Musk and DOGE

The mass resignation of engineers, data scientists and product managers is a temporary setback for Elon Musk and President Trump's tech-driven purge of the federal workforce.

5 months ago

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Money

Trump administration set to purchase $400M worth of armored Teslas

It comes as ethics experts raise conflict of interest questions about the chief executive of Tesla, Elon Musk, who is a top White House official.

6 months ago

The global media streaming service turns 20 in 2025.
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

The 20th anniversary of YouTube

YouTube will celebrate its 20th anniversary Friday. We'll explore the platform's remarkable journey from its 2005 launch as a simple video-sharing site to a global powerhouse.

Air Date: February 12, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:14
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The Pulse
Science

Destiny or delusion? How two strangers handled their instant spark

Two strangers connect on a video chat website and instantly feel an undeniable bond, but there is one huge problem: Neither of them is single.

6 months ago

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The Pulse
Science

Dating apps collect a lot of data, but it’s hard for researchers to access. So two scientists made their own app

Experts say the app could lead to new insights on relationships, as well as help students cope with the anxiety of dating.

6 months ago

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The Pulse
Science

Is it possible to find love using dating apps? 5 tips from dating coach Logan Ury

Logan Ury discusses the science behind dating, how to make meaningful connections online, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

6 months ago

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Studio 2
Lifestyle

Finding a tech-life balance: Could you survive with a flip phone?

As tech continues to take over our lives, a lot of folks are craving a simpler, less connected vibe—kind of like the good old days of flip phones and way less digital noise.

Air Date: February 6, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 46:46
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