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"The atmosphere is tense,” said Edgar Ramirez, the founder of Philatinos Radio and a coordinator for El Carnaval de Puebla. “If we do it, people will come, but I think it’s also our responsibility not to expose them if it’s not necessary.” billypenn.com/2026/01/02/e...
January 3, 2026 at 2:01 AM
"The atmosphere is tense,” said Edgar Ramirez, the founder of Philatinos Radio and a coordinator for El Carnaval de Puebla. “If we do it, people will come, but I think it’s also our responsibility not to expose them if it’s not necessary.” billypenn.com/2026/01/02/e...
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Breakthrough of the year? Renewable energy www.science.org/content/arti...
December 21, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Breakthrough of the year? Renewable energy www.science.org/content/arti...
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Never stop talking about how the supposed president is a child RAPIST!!
December 22, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Never stop talking about how the supposed president is a child RAPIST!!
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U.S. pals:
Do. Not. Donate. To. Salvation. Army.
There are better charities out there. Much better.
Do. Not. Donate. To. Salvation. Army.
There are better charities out there. Much better.
December 12, 2025 at 3:43 PM
U.S. pals:
Do. Not. Donate. To. Salvation. Army.
There are better charities out there. Much better.
Do. Not. Donate. To. Salvation. Army.
There are better charities out there. Much better.
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Trump is now directly threatening Indiana lawmakers that if they refuse to pass his preferred gerrymander, he’ll strip the state of federal funding. Not metaphorically, literally.
December 11, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Trump is now directly threatening Indiana lawmakers that if they refuse to pass his preferred gerrymander, he’ll strip the state of federal funding. Not metaphorically, literally.
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RELEASE THE FULL GODDAMN EPSTEIN FILES NOW ALREADY.
December 7, 2025 at 10:36 PM
RELEASE THE FULL GODDAMN EPSTEIN FILES NOW ALREADY.
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Lindsey Stirling - Carol of the Bells (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by Lindsey Stirling
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December 7, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Yes, who is more likely to regard the sacrifice of people as abhorrent than those who follow a religion centered on celebrating the sacrifice of a person?
November 28, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Yes, who is more likely to regard the sacrifice of people as abhorrent than those who follow a religion centered on celebrating the sacrifice of a person?
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The fix was in long ago.
November 24, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The fix was in long ago.
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Trump wrongly indicted me. I’ll rightly impeach him.
Impeachment isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. I know firsthand the lengths Trump is willing to go in order to silence dissent — but is it working?
Impeachment isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. I know firsthand the lengths Trump is willing to go in order to silence dissent — but is it working?
November 24, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Trump wrongly indicted me. I’ll rightly impeach him.
Impeachment isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. I know firsthand the lengths Trump is willing to go in order to silence dissent — but is it working?
Impeachment isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. I know firsthand the lengths Trump is willing to go in order to silence dissent — but is it working?
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Their anti-intellectualism and misogyny are on full display.
Department Of Education No Longer Considers Nursing A 'Professional Degree' Thanks To 'Big Beautiful Bill'
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November 24, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Their anti-intellectualism and misogyny are on full display.
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“They’re not just registering,” said Angelique Hinton of PA Youth Vote. “They’re voting, they’re becoming ambassadors for the importance of being civically engaged to their peers, even to their parents.”
Philly youth voting and activism are increasing
Philly youth voter participation is increasing. Activism is following
billypenn.com
November 21, 2025 at 9:15 PM
“They’re not just registering,” said Angelique Hinton of PA Youth Vote. “They’re voting, they’re becoming ambassadors for the importance of being civically engaged to their peers, even to their parents.”
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A flurry of funding cuts are threatening resources for those struggling with HIV. The federal, state and local cuts will affect programming for many HIV-focused organizations, including Philadelphia FIGHT. billypenn.com/2025/11/18/h...
Funding cuts threaten people in Philly living with HIV
Organizations that provide services like HIV education and living recommendations are being forced to cut programming after funding cuts
billypenn.com
November 19, 2025 at 6:54 PM
A flurry of funding cuts are threatening resources for those struggling with HIV. The federal, state and local cuts will affect programming for many HIV-focused organizations, including Philadelphia FIGHT. billypenn.com/2025/11/18/h...
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The holiday season is here! We put together a roundup of all of the holiday light shows you can see in and around Philly. billypenn.com/2025/11/14/h...
Philly’s favorite tree-lighting ceremonies and holiday shows for 2025
The city’s more-than-50-foot Christmas tree just arrived at City Hall. To celebrate, we’re listing off light shows starting now through the holiday season.
billypenn.com
November 19, 2025 at 7:56 PM
The holiday season is here! We put together a roundup of all of the holiday light shows you can see in and around Philly. billypenn.com/2025/11/14/h...
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Older Philadelphians are getting creative with ceramics thanks to a Clay Studio on wheels.
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The Clay Studio’s Claymobile is bringing creativity to Philly seniors
The Clay Studio’s Claymobile program aims to help older adults retain a sense of agency, creativity, community and independence
billypenn.com
November 11, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Older Philadelphians are getting creative with ceramics thanks to a Clay Studio on wheels.
billypenn.com/2025/11/10/c...
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Regional Rail riders should brace for a rough week of packed cars, cancellations, and delay headaches as the agency announced it would curtail service further to reach a Nov. 14 deadline on safety checks. billypenn.com/2025/11/10/s...
Packed cars, cancellations, and delay headaches: Regional Rail riders should brace for a rough week
The agency announced it would curtail service further to reach a Nov. 14 deadline on safety checks.
billypenn.com
November 10, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Regional Rail riders should brace for a rough week of packed cars, cancellations, and delay headaches as the agency announced it would curtail service further to reach a Nov. 14 deadline on safety checks. billypenn.com/2025/11/10/s...
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The Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show begins today and closes Sunday, filling the Pennsylvania Convention Center with seemingly endless aisles of artists’ booths adorned with glass sculptures, colorful textiles, jewelry and more.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show is back for its 49th year
Head to the Pennsylvania Convention Center and enter a sea of booths from 195 creative artisans from across the country.
billypenn.com
November 7, 2025 at 9:09 PM
The Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show begins today and closes Sunday, filling the Pennsylvania Convention Center with seemingly endless aisles of artists’ booths adorned with glass sculptures, colorful textiles, jewelry and more.
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Even before the first kick, the game served as a rallying cry for the growing push to bring more professional women’s sports events to the Philly area.
USWNT vs. Portugal: Shocking defeat for U.S. team, but women’s sports fans and advocates still celebrate
In a banner year for women’s sports in Philly, fans and advocates were excited to see top-level women’s soccer in the area — and they want more.
billypenn.com
October 24, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Even before the first kick, the game served as a rallying cry for the growing push to bring more professional women’s sports events to the Philly area.
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He’s sounding as unhinged as his boss lately.
October 11, 2025 at 7:12 PM
He’s sounding as unhinged as his boss lately.
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Student athletes can text with a chatbot named “Sam” about career planning, mental health support and other resources, with an eye to prepping for life after school.
Temple researchers win NCAA grant to build AI-mentor for student-athletes
JournAI aims to support the holistic development and well-being of college athletes at all levels. And no, it won't write term papers for you.
billypenn.com
October 10, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Student athletes can text with a chatbot named “Sam” about career planning, mental health support and other resources, with an eye to prepping for life after school.
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Spectators gathered at Fort Mifflin to watch the Parade of Ships up the Delaware River. The procession is the first event of Homecoming 250, commemorating the historic anniversary of the Navy and the Marine Corps.
Philadelphians welcome Navy ships as anniversary party kicks off
Spectators watched the parade of ships from Fort Mifflin, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Navy and Marines.
billypenn.com
October 9, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Spectators gathered at Fort Mifflin to watch the Parade of Ships up the Delaware River. The procession is the first event of Homecoming 250, commemorating the historic anniversary of the Navy and the Marine Corps.
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This administration is flooding the zone so furiously that people have largely lost track of the lethal attacks on boats in the Caribbean, the gov’t shutdown, the economy, failed release of the Epstein files & so much else. It’s a tactic of would-be strongmen.
October 8, 2025 at 6:37 PM
This administration is flooding the zone so furiously that people have largely lost track of the lethal attacks on boats in the Caribbean, the gov’t shutdown, the economy, failed release of the Epstein files & so much else. It’s a tactic of would-be strongmen.
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Philadelphia has many employee-owned companies. Keystone Bicycle Co. is a worker-owned cooperative in the city. They told Billy Penn that "community is a top priority" with this structure. billypenn.com/2025/10/04/e...
Employee-owned companies in Pa. offer unique benefits, including stability
Philadelphia has many employee-owned companies. Employee-owners and experts tell us why, and who it works for best.
billypenn.com
October 8, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Philadelphia has many employee-owned companies. Keystone Bicycle Co. is a worker-owned cooperative in the city. They told Billy Penn that "community is a top priority" with this structure. billypenn.com/2025/10/04/e...