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The Colored Girls Museum is proud to announce the pilot season of our new podcast, The Girlfriend Kit: Ask A Colored Girl, hosted by DaSaint and Vashti Du Bois. Our featured girlfriends for the pilot season include Page Turner, Cassandra Bolding of BlackLotus, Gordita Libre, Rev. Leslie D. Callahan, Pastor of St. Paul’s Baptist Church, Elizabeth Wellington, Queenphierce, Jeannine Cooke of Harrietts Bookshop, and Starfire. Show topics cover everyday girlfriend triumphs and tribulations from g ...
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In History Hit's Historical Fiction podcast, authors of newly published novels talk about their work, historians and writers discuss how great historical figures are depicted in fiction, and commentators explore contemporary concerns about "fake news" and "post-truth". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Black Visuality explores the creative practices, expressions, perspectives, and life-ways found throughout the African Diaspora.
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Official Page for #NachoPodcasts featuring archived episodes of "The Uncle Nacho Show" and "Nacho Average Sportscast" hosted by #Nacho. Email: uncle.nacho.tres@gmail.com
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Two Philadelphia artists come together to break new ground at the Colored Girls Museum
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The Colored Girls Museum in Germantown is introducing a new exhibit, and KYW's Shara Dae Howard says the museum's founder intends for it to be groundbreaking. 📸: Holli Stephens/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy
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Case of Chesco man and fiancée, accused of abusing his 12-year-old girl to death, heads next to Common Pleas Court
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A couple accused of abusing a 12-year-old girl who died have waived their rights to a preliminary hearing. As KYW’s Nina Baratti tells us, the girl’s father and his fiancée are facing a long list of charges, including first-degree murder. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy
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Upper Darby Police: 2 men carjacked vehicle with 2-month-old still inside; one fired a gun
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Police are on the lookout for two suspects after they carjacked a father sitting in a car with his two kids in Upper Darby. One of those kids was still inside when they took off in the vehicle. As KYW’s Nigel Thompson reports, a crowded bus caught a stray during the chaos, but no one was injured. Photo credit: Nigel Thompson/KYW Newsradio…
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Staff at Crozer's Taylor Hospital rally against operating room closure, predicting more cuts
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Workers, elected leaders and supporters rallied in front of a Delaware county hospital that’s shutting down its operating room this Sunday. As KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo tells us many believe this is a sign of what’s to come. 📸: Crozer HealthBy Audacy
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Philadelphia gets almost $9M federal grant to improve electric vehicle charging network
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Philadelphia has received almost $9 million to install fast electronic vehicle chargers in neighborhoods that otherwise might not get them. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports the money is coming from a federal transportation department grant. Photo credit: Getty ImagesBy Audacy
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Temple University is deploying new technology to aid downward trend of serious crime on campus
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Temple University says serious crime on campus is down, and leaders point to smart policing and improved technology as strategies to continue that trend. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports. Photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy
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Series of statewide legislative hearings highlight challenges of transportation funding in Pennsylvania
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As the current Pennsylvania legislative session nears an end, transportation advocates are pushing for a new funding bill. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert tells us recent hearings show support for increased funding, but also, the hurdles that need still to be cleared. Photo credit: Getty Images…
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Rates of COVID-19 infection are up, but more people driven by misinformation are saying they won't get the new vaccine
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The summer surge of COVID-19 infections continues across the country and the FDA recently approved updated vaccines. But according to the Annenberg Public Policy Center at the University of Pennsylvania, the number of Americans believing misinformation about the vaccine and the virus is on the rise. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams ha…
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Philadelphia correctional officer and two incarcerated men accused of smuggling drugs and weapons into city prison
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Three people — including a former Philadelphia correctional officer — have been indicted by the feds, accused of smuggling drugs and weapons into a Philly prison. Here’s KYW's Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson. 📸: Philadelphia District Attorney's OfficeBy Audacy
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Camden gets $1M EPA grant to transform vacant industrial site
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A former industrial site in Camden will soon be developed for 15 single-family homes. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty tells us $1 million in federal funds will make it possible. photo credit: Mike Dougherty/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy
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Bucks County police searching for man who shot innocent bystander outside gentleman’s club
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Police in Bucks County are searching for a man who shot an innocent bystander outside a gentleman’s club overnight. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.By Audacy
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Incidents involving airplane passenger behavior are down 80%
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The number of reported airplane passenger incidents is down 80% compared to 2021 -- and there were a lot fewer people flying that year, too. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg has more.By Audacy
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Harriz, Walz to give first major TV interview
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Vice President Kamala Harris will be joined by her running mate Tim Walz tonight for her first major TV interview since President Joe Biden dropped out of the race. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy has more. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)By Audacy
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Pickleball courts returning to Dilworth Park for second year
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Pickleball is coming back to Center City. Courts will be installed at Dilworth Park for the second year in a row. People can start playing at the City Hall plaza starting on Sept. 9. Courts are available to rent for $40 an hour. Reservations open on Sept. 4 at noon. Courts are open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The season runs through Oct. 13. (Phot…
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Annual vigil in Camden County offers hope to those fighting addiction
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An annual vigil at Blackwood’s Timber Creek Park Wednesday night helped spread a message of hope to people fighting substance use disorder and remembered those lost to the disease. KYW Newsradio’s Nina Baratti was there.By Audacy
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Philadelphia man sentenced to 15 years for possessing child pornography, failing to register as sex offender
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A Philadelphia man will be going to prison for 15 years for possession of child pornography, and after failing to register as a sex offender that stemmed from a previous conviction, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. The office says 34-year-old Christopher Daniels had already served time in prison for …
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12 rescued from sinking boat on Schuylkill River, police say
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A group of people on the Schuylkill River had to be rescued early this morning when one of their boats started taking on water. It happened around 12:30 this morning as they were partying near the Platt Bridge. The Police Marine Unit and the Coast Guard towed away the sinking boat. (Photo credit: NBC10)…
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Travel tip: Make sure your name on your ticket matches your ID
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Airlines require that the name on your reservation matches the name on your government-issued ID, like your driver's license or passport. But what about your middle name? Does it need to show on your ticket for domestic tickets? CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg has more. (Illustration by Getty Images)…
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Medical Report: Back to school can be risky for teen drivers
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Mornings are tough for teens and many are clearly not as alert. The start of the school year can be a risky time for teen drivers. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy
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Speeding motorcyclist kills University of Delaware student just as classes begin
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A tragedy at the University of Delaware, where officials say a first-year student was killed when someone riding a motorcycle failed to pull over for police, sped off, and hit her in the crosswalk. KYW’s Nina Baratti has the latest. 📸: NBC10 PhiladelphiaBy Audacy
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Data on drug overdose deaths expected to show decline in Philadelphia for first time since COVID-19 pandemic
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Philadelphia is expecting to see the first decrease in drug overdose deaths since the COVID-19 pandemic when it releases data later this year. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports the city shared its efforts to reduce overdoses at the White House on Wednesday for Overdose Awareness Week (Aug. 25 - 31). 📸: Spencer Platt/Getty Images…
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Get ready to kickstart your career and unlock some new opportunities
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CareerLink Awareness Day is about a week away! On Sept. 5, Pennsylvanians at any stage in their career can learn about career opportunities and more in Media and Chester. KYW's Justin Udo has the details. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy
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Would-be Trump assassin considered targeting Biden; Pelosi response to Capitol riot becomes political fodder
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Correspondent Scott MacFarlane speaks with KYW Newsradio's Michelle Durham about the latest developments on Capitol Hill: The FBI's investigation into the attempted assassination of former President Trump in Butler, PA reveals no motive or evidence of a co-conspirator. Trump faces a new Jan. 6 indictment with charges adjusted to reflect the U.S. Su…
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Rowan University welcomes largest incoming class
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Rowan University has been expanding and adding new areas of study under the direction of university President Dr. Ali Houshmand. This year’s incoming class is 5,000 strong. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty was at move in day. (Photo credit: Mike Dougherty/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy
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Man shot at, set on fire inside West Philly apartment
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wo people have been arrested after police say a man was shot at and set on fire inside an apartment building in West Philadelphia. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy
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No more free rides for Drexel faculty and staff, as university pulls plug on popular post-pandemic perk
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Drexel University faculty and staff are losing a two-year-old travel benefit that has allowed them to ride SEPTA for free. As we hear from KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon, Drexel blames rising costs. 📸: Holli Stephens/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy
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Camden school board president refuses to resign amid sexual assault settlement
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Parents in Camden are calling for the president of the city school board to resign in the wake of a sexual assault claim decades earlier. KYW Newsradio’s Nina Baratti was at a community meeting Tuesday night where tempers flared. (Photo credit: Camden City School District)By Audacy
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Skee-Ball tournament, Tomato Festival and all the ‘Shore Things’ happening this Labor Day weekend 🌊 🏖️
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While the temperature certainly feels like the middle of summer, this weekend marks the official end of the season down the shore, and a bunch of beach towns are making the most of it. KYW Newsradio's Mike Dougherty shares this Labor Day weekend's "Shore Things."By Audacy
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US appeals court revives a lawsuit against TikTok over 10-year-old Delco girl's 'blackout challenge' death
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A U.S. appeals court has revived a lawsuit filed by the mother of a 10-year-old girl from Chester who died attempting a viral "blackout challenge" that the family says she watched on TikTok. The challenge dared people to choke themselves until they lost consciousness. Federal law generally protects online publishers from liability for content poste…
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Heat index values expected to hit triple digits
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It’s going to be a hot one today as temperatures soar into the 90s and an excessive heat warning goes into effect later this morning. As a result, 63 Philly schools that don't have air conditioning are dismissing early again today. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.By Audacy
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Medical Report: Can certain types of cancer be prevented?
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One of the great misconceptions about cancer is that little can be done to prevent it. Many forms of cancer can actually be prevented by the choices we make. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy
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1 critically injured, 3 others wounded in Kensington shooting
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Four people were wounded in a shooting Tuesday night while they were hanging out along G Street, just north of Allegheny Avenue, in Kensington, according to police. Officials said a car pulled up around 9 p.m. and two guys got out and started firing. A 20-year-old man is in extremely critical condition at the hospital after he was shot six times th…
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These travel destinations in the US don't require a car to get around
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There are some great destinations to visit around the U.S. where you don't need a car. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg has some suggestions. (Photo by: Michael Siluk/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)By Audacy
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Car rolls into Schuylkill River after couple accidentally shifted it into drive, police say
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Well, how do you explain this to your insurance company? A couple was inside a parked car along Kelly Drive when they accidentally shifted it in drive — sending the vehicle right into the Schuylkill River, according to police. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.By Audacy
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Interstate undercover 'Operation Rat Pack' yields 8 arrests in Delco drug trafficking ring
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Eight men were arrested last week when police busted a Delaware County drug trafficking ring, and the district attorney says they’re still looking for one more. KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo reports.By Audacy
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As Acme parent company defends $24.6 billion merger in court, Temple researcher challenges anti-trust concerns
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You could start to see some changes at your local Acme unless the government successfully blocks the biggest supermarket merger in U-S history. KYW's Conner Barkon has more. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy
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Federal program expands funding to help more families that are growing in Pennsylvania
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More help at home is on the way for growing families in need across the commonwealth. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy
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18 years after skipping bail in Montco, sex offender returns from England, where he served time for raping another child
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A 41-year-old who sexually assaulted a child in 2004 but fled the country before his sentencing, is back in Montgomery County. As we hear from KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert, the man was extradited after a 12-year prison sentence in England for committing similar crimes. 📸: Montgomery County District Attorney's Office…
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Reports predicting impact of new 76ers arena draw challenges from Chinatown as City Council prepares to develop legislation
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Impact reports on the proposed downtown 76ers arena, released yesterday, have cleared the way for the legislation needed to initiate the project. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports it’s just the start of a very long process. 📸: Nigel Thompson/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy
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Mother of Nicolas Elizalde, killed in 2022 shooting outside Roxborough High, takes School District of Philadelphia to federal court
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The mother of the student killed outside Roxborough High School nearly two years ago is suing the school district for failing to protect her son from gun violence. We get the story from KYW education reporter Mike DeNardo. 📸: Courtesy of Marge LaRueBy Audacy
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List makers, take note: The best tools to defend your health could be a pencil and paper
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KYW's Michelle Durham and KYW Medical Editor Dr. Brian McDonough answer a listener question about how to prepare for a doctor appointment. McDonough's advice: To make the most of your time with the doctor, prepare by writing down your questions to avoid forgetting them. Doctors appreciate the engagement, it helps ensure you cover important topics, …
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Rutgers suspends Students for Justice in Palestine chapter
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Rutgers University officials have suspended the Students For Justice in Palestine chapter for the 2024-25 school year. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more. 📸: Students for Justice in Palestine, Rutgers University-New BrunswickBy Audacy
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Bristol Borough man sentenced to 15-30 years in prison for killing infant son
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A 31-year-old Bristol Borough man is sentenced to at least 15 years in state prison for killing his infant son. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports. 📸: Bucks County District Attorney's OfficeBy Audacy
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Philly Airport throws 'birthday party' for 5th anniversary of therapy dog program
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Philadelphia International Airport threw a party for the four-legged therapists that help calm travelers. Members of the Wagging Tails Brigade of therapy dogs have been dutifully cuddling with and licking passengers for the last five years. Several of them were presented with birthday presents and a customized cake. Passersby were invited to eat cu…
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Applications open for ready-to-drink cocktail permits in Pa.
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A shake-up in Pennsylvania’s cocktail market is creating quite a stir. Grocery stores, gas stations and other retailers will soon be able to sell ready-to-drink cocktails. Pre-mixed drinks in cans and bottles have only been stocked at Fine Wine and Good Spirits stores up until now. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is accepting applications, st…
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Federal appeals court allows Florida to enforce ban on gender-affirming care for minors
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A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Florida to enforce a ban on gender-affirming care for minors. The law prohibits transgender minors from being prescribed puberty blockers and hormonal treatments, even with their parents’ permission. It also requires that transgender adults only receive treatment from a doctor and not from a registere…
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The importance of accepting cultural norms while traveling
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Wherever you travel, it's not about exporting U.S. culture, it's about immersing yourself in a foreign culture and understanding acceptable cultural norms. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg explains. (Photo by Lauren DeCicca/Getty Images)By Audacy
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Medical Report: Why do some teens struggle with alcohol consumption more than others?
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Why do some teens struggle with alcohol and alcohol dependency while others don’t? A new report says don’t overlook family dynamics and personality traits. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy
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Dozens of Philly schools to dismiss early due to high temps
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The school year just started, but a number of Philly schools are having early dismissal today because of the heat. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.By Audacy
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Man arrested, charged for assaulting 5 people on Market Street
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Police say around 7:15 a.m., a man, identified as 36-year-old Donnell Bruce, pushed three elderly people to the ground “in an unprovoked attack” near 22nd and Market streets. (Photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)By Audacy
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