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What Philly can – and can’t – do to reduce the number of people killed in car crashes

Philadelphians die in traffic crashes more than people who live in Chicago, Boston, Washington and New York.

The Conversation · Sep 21

Revolutionary War battlefields often romanticize combat, but this mass grave just outside Philadelphia shows the violence soldiers actually experienced

“I think I found a bone.”

The Conversation · Aug 28

Should you drink Philly’s tap water?

If you live in Philly and want to know information about your tap water quality, start with the latest consumer confidence report, which is required to be produced annually by every community water system in the country. Most people never read them, but the reports provide essential information about drinking…

The Conversation · Jul 30

US to reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 high-volume airports over government shutdown

The cuts could represent as many as 1,800 flights and upward of 268,000 seats combined, according to an estimate by an aviation analytics firm.

Euronews · Nov 6, 2025

Cracks in MAGA world – will the movement survive Trump?

In the days after the killing of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk, MAGA world was united in mourning. But his death left a void that seems difficult to fill. Divisions are becoming increasingly visible.

Euronews · Oct 18, 2025

US government shutdown – why should Europe worry?

The ongoing budget fight in Washington has the unintended consequence of harming the European economy. Especially EU exporters could be in for a rough ride.

Euronews · Oct 1, 2025

Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Carter dismissed six seconds into new NFL season after spitting on opponent

The defensive tackle was thrown out for spitting at the start of the Eagles’ 24-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2025

Historian uncovers evidence of second mass grave of Irish immigrant railroaders in Pennsylvania who suffered from cholera, violence and xenophobia

When commuters on the R5 SEPTA train that connects suburban Chester County to Philadelphia approach Malvern station, they might spot a square stone monument on the right side in a clearing surrounded by a thick stand of forest.

The Conversation · Aug 1, 2025

Palmeiras’ Estevao Willian urged to give next club Chelsea glimpse of his talent

The highly-rated Estevao agreed a deal to join Chelsea last year and will do so after his involvement in the current tournament ends.

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2025

Shane Lowry and Sepp Straka share lead ahead of Truist Championship final round

The Ryder Cup colleagues have a three-stroke advantage with Rory McIlroy six shots off the pace.

The Independent UK · May 10, 2025