Tag: philadelphia
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact examines Trump's communism claims, debate over U.S. first capital
PolitiFact examines President Trump's recent claims labeling Democrats as communists and delves into the historical debate over whether New York City or Philadelphia was the United States' first capital.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentElectionSocial Issues Donald TrumpCommunismNew York CityPhiladelphiaU.S. HistoryPolitical RhetoricPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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Ben Franklin Bridge Celebrates 100 Years of Connecting Philadelphia and Camden
The Benjamin Franklin Bridge, a vital link between Philadelphia and Camden, commemorates its 100th anniversary this month. Its elegant design was shaped by University of Pennsylvania's Weitzman School of Design faculty, including Paul Philippe Cret.
Science & TechnologyHealthEducationArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceAstronomy and SpaceEnergyMusicTransportation Benjamin Franklin BridgePhiladelphiaCamdenDelaware River BridgeWeitzman School of DesignPaul Philippe CretArchitecture
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Penn Today Highlights Top Social Media Moments of 2026
Penn Today's "Seen on Social: 2026" recaps the University of Pennsylvania's most popular social media posts, covering campus evolution, student life, academic insights, and cultural highlights, including a March Madness sendoff and a study on sleep medication.
EducationMediaHealthSportMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TV University of Pennsylvaniasocial mediacampus lifePhiladelphiaPenn Medicineremote workMarch Madness
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Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 94 Months for $1.5 Million Cargo Theft Conspiracy
Philadelphia man Salahudin Reddy received a 94-month prison sentence for a cargo theft conspiracy. He admitted to stealing over $1.5 million in goods, including crab legs, TVs, and U.S. dimes, from interstate shipments.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalTransportation Salahudin ReddyPhiladelphiaCargo TheftSentencingFBIInterstate ShipmentCrime
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Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Child Pornography and Abuse
Philadelphia's Isaiah Smith, 20, received a 20-year federal prison sentence for possessing child pornography, including videos he recorded while sexually abusing two young children. This runs consecutively to a state sentence.
Isaiah SmithPhiladelphiaChild PornographyChild AbuseSentencingFBIProject Safe Childhood
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Doctors, Physician's Assistant Charged in Alleged Voicemail 'Pill Mill' Scheme
Two doctors and a physician's assistant face charges for allegedly running a voicemail refill line to unlawfully distribute Schedule II controlled substances, contributing to the opioid crisis and patient deaths, as part of a national healthcare fraud takedown.
Law EnforcementHealthPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalMedical ScienceSocial IssuesGeneral Politics Healthcare FraudOpioid CrisisControlled SubstancesPill MillFBIPhiladelphiaDepartment of Justice
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Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Double Carjacking
Matthew Hill, 30, of Philadelphia, received a 12-year prison sentence for two carjackings in 2023. He used Facebook Marketplace to lure victims, then brandished a handgun during test drives before stealing their vehicles.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegal Matthew HillPhiladelphiaCarjackingFirearmFacebook MarketplaceFBI Violent Crimes Task ForceViolent CrimeFBI
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Philadelphia Woman Pleads Guilty to Double Voting in 2024 Election
Miya Pack, 40, of Philadelphia, pleaded guilty to voting twice in the 2024 presidential election, once in New Jersey and again in Pennsylvania. She faces up to five years in prison for the offense.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentElectionLegal Miya PackPhiladelphiaelection fraud2024 presidential electionvotingBergen CountyPennsylvaniaFBI
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Penn Commemorates America's 250th Anniversary with Franklin's Enduring Lessons and Historical Exhibitions
The University of Pennsylvania marks America's 250th anniversary with reflections on Benjamin Franklin's legacy, a new exhibition, expert discussions on the Declaration of Independence, and a unique recreation project.
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessGeneral PoliticsEducationDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues Benjamin FranklinUniversity of PennsylvaniaAmerican IndependencePhiladelphiaArthur Ross GalleryDeclaration of IndependenceHistory
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Penn President Reflects on Franklin's Legacy for America's 250th Anniversary
Penn President J. Larry Jameson highlights Benjamin Franklin's enduring principles as the university commemorates America's 250th anniversary. The celebration includes diverse events and a WXPN music series, reaffirming Penn's commitment to national ideals.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesMusic University of PennsylvaniaBenjamin FranklinAmerican Independence250th AnniversaryJ. Larry JamesonHigher EducationPhiladelphia
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University of Pennsylvania Commemorates Revolutionary History for America's 250th
The University of Pennsylvania marks America's 250th anniversary by exploring its and Benjamin Franklin's pivotal roles in the Revolutionary era, from Franklin's arrival to the Class of 1776.
Politics and GovernmentEducationGeneral Politics University of PennsylvaniaBenjamin FranklinAmerican RevolutionPhiladelphiaHistory250th Anniversary
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Penn Explores Revolutionary America Ahead of Nation's 250th Anniversary
The University of Pennsylvania is commemorating America's upcoming 250th anniversary with new exhibitions, courses, and historical insights into the Revolutionary era, exploring visual culture, constitutions, and linguistic evolution.
Politics and GovernmentHealthWorldConflictGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesMedical ScienceEurope University of PennsylvaniaAmerica 250Revolutionary AmericaPhiladelphiaExhibitionsHistoryConstitutions
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Media Monitor: TIME Reports on White House UFC Event, National Mall Markings, and World Cup Details
TIME magazine is reporting on a controversial $60 million UFC event at the White House, mysterious markings on the National Mall, and details about the 2026 World Cup halftime show.
Politics and GovernmentSportBusinessWhite HouseFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEconomyEntertainmentLaw Enforcement UFCNational MallWorld CupCongressPhiladelphiaAnniversaryTIME magazine
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Philadelphia Car Salesman Sentenced for Multi-Million Dollar Wheelchair Vehicle Fraud
Philadelphia used car salesman Edward Scott Rock received a 41-month prison sentence for defrauding over 100 customers seeking wheelchair-accessible vehicles, causing more than $1.45 million in losses through a non-delivery scheme.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalEconomySocial IssuesFederal Government Edward Scott RockPhiladelphiafraudwheelchair-accessible vehiclesmail fraudwire fraudFBI
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Penn Establishes United Center for Civil Rights
The University of Pennsylvania has launched a new United Center for Civil Rights, merging three offices to strengthen civil rights reporting, prevention, education, and response efforts, aiming to improve community support.
HealthScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEnvironmentEducationSocial Issues University of PennsylvaniaCivil RightsCenter for Civil RightsJ. Larry JamesonCampus & CommunityPhiladelphia
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Philadelphia Declared 'No Drone Zone' for FIFA World Cup and Summer Events
Philadelphia has been designated a 'No Drone Zone' for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and other summer events. The FBI, FAA, and DHS warn operators of severe penalties for unauthorized flights, including fines and federal charges, to ensure public safety.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSportFederal GovernmentLegalTransportationSocial Issues DronesPhiladelphiaFIFA World Cup 2026FBIFAATemporary Flight Restrictions
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Philadelphia Men Sentenced for Gunpoint Robberies
Two Philadelphia men, Tyler Nichols and Dadisi Williams, received 20 and 15-year prison sentences respectively for multiple gunpoint commercial robberies and attempts across Philadelphia and Lower Merion Township.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues PhiladelphiaGunpoint RobberySentencingTyler NicholsDadisi WilliamsFBI Violent Crimes Task ForceHobbs ActFBI
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Ohio Man Pleads Guilty in Multi-State Car Theft Conspiracy
An Ohio resident pleaded guilty to a conspiracy involving the fraudulent rental and overseas sale of over 20 vehicles. Souleymane Kah used fake or stolen IDs to acquire cars, which were then exported, facing up to 25 years.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessLegalFederal GovernmentTransportationEconomy Souleymane Kahcar theftconspiracyrental carsFBIPhiladelphiaWesterville
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Pennsylvania Man Sentenced for Alaska PFD Wire Fraud Scheme
A Philadelphia man received 1.5 years in prison for a 2022 wire fraud scheme targeting Alaska's Permanent Fund Dividend. He used stolen identities and VPNs, but diligent review by the Alaska Department of Revenue and FBI prevented $22,988 in fraud.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalEconomy Adepoju Babatunde SalakoAlaska Permanent Fund DividendWire FraudIdentity TheftPhiladelphiaFBIAlaska Department of Revenue
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Penn Innovations Span Community Film, AI, and Veterinary Health
Penn students and faculty are advancing diverse fields, from creating community-focused films in Philadelphia neighborhoods to developing AI for sound design and business, and offering crucial advice on senior cat health.
EntertainmentScience & TechnologyHealthBusinessEducationFilm and TVArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceSocial Issues University of PennsylvaniaFilmmakingVeterinary MedicinePhiladelphiaSmartDJCat Cognition
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Five Arrested in Major New Jersey-Philadelphia Drug Trafficking Bust
Five individuals, including two Jamaican nationals, were arrested in a Homeland Security Task Force operation. They face charges for distributing methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine across southern New Jersey and Philadelphia, with significant drug seizures made.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentJamaicaFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalSocial Issues Drug TraffickingFentanylMethamphetamineNew JerseyPhiladelphiaHomeland Security Task ForceArrestsFBI
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Library of Congress to Preserve Digital Collections in America250 Time Capsule Using Synthetic DNA
The Library of Congress will contribute synthetic DNA encoded with digitized collections to the America250 Time Capsule in Philadelphia this July, utilizing cutting-edge molecular data storage for 250 years of preservation.
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetNanotechnologyFederal GovernmentEducation Library of CongressAmerica250 Time CapsuleSynthetic DNAMolecular Data StorageDigital PreservationPhiladelphiaHistorical CollectionsU.S. Library of Congress
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Penn Innovators Recognized for Impactful Robotics, Community Health, and Tech Solutions
Penn students and faculty earn top prizes for innovative projects, including robotic tree trimming, vision care for the unhoused, and efficient computer chips. The university also funds community initiatives and recognizes scholarly achievements.
HealthScience & TechnologySocial IssuesWorldMedical ScienceRoboticsComputers and InternetEducationEconomyAsia University of PennsylvaniaPresident's Innovation PrizeCommunity ServicePhiladelphiaComputer ChipsHealthcare
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Two Sentenced to Prison Following Dismantling of Interstate Drug Trafficking Operation
Two men have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in a major interstate drug trafficking organization. The illicit operation spanned across multiple states, stretching from Philadelphia to Detroit and reaching Morgantown, West Virginia.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesFederal Government CrimeDrug TraffickingFBIPittsburghPhiladelphiaDetroit
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University of Pennsylvania Announces Student Vision Care Initiative and Diabetic Kidney Disease Breakthrough
The University of Pennsylvania highlights recent achievements, including a student-led initiative providing vision care to unhoused populations in Philadelphia and a medical breakthrough mapping a new form of diabetic kidney disease to improve future patient treatments.
Finance Medical ResearchPublic HealthCollege EducationUniversity of PennsylvaniaDiabetic Kidney DiseaseShared VisionPhiladelphia
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Consumer Prices Rise 2.4% Nationally in January, Regional Variations Noted
The Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) saw a 2.4% increase nationwide in January. The Mid-Atlantic region experienced varied inflation rates, with Washington-Arlington-Alexandria seeing the highest rise at 2.8%.
BusinessEconomy Consumer Price IndexInflationMid-AtlanticPhiladelphiaWashington D.C.BaltimoreNortheast RegionBureau of Labor Statistics