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Dating apps are making it easier to swipe right for a match who’s vaccinated
Some of the largest dating apps are allowing users to filter potential matches by their vaccination status, while offering vaccinated users access to premium features.
2 hours ago
76ers trust playoff process leads to 1st NBA title since ’83
The Sixers (with 8-1 odds) really can win the NBA championship for the first time since 1983. No Super Team assembly required.
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In rural India, less COVID-19 testing, more fear — and a few ventilators for millions
Hospitals are full. Testing is scant. Illiteracy is high. Most deaths aren't registered. COVID's wrath in rural India is difficult to measure but health experts are worried.
5 hours ago
Accused serial stalker, rapist tied to Philly-area attacks arrested in Indiana
Authorities confirm that 28-year-old Kevin Bennett, of Indianapolis, Indiana, was arrested by authorities in his home state.
6 hours ago
As US schools resume testing, large numbers are opting out
With new flexibility from the White House, states are adopting a patchwork of testing plans to curb the stress of exams while still capturing some data on student learning.
7 hours ago
Biden betting on wage growth, while GOP warns of inflation
Officials say higher wages are a goal of President Joe Biden and a byproduct of his $1.9 trillion relief package.
8 hours ago
Internet Explorer, the love-to-hate-it web browser, will die next year
Microsoft is officially pulling the plug on perhaps the most-hated web browser that once dominated the competition. Internet Explorer will be put to rest in Summer 2022.
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Multiple schools in the Mastery network will host vaccination clinics on campus. They will be open to eligible students, their families, and members of the community.
11 hours ago
Philly judges win Democratic primaries for statewide courts
Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Timika Lane won a three-way primary contest this week for a Superior Court seat.
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N.J. hosts ‘Grateful for the Shot’ vaccine clinics in collaboration with faith-based organizations
The events are part of “Operation Jersey Summer,” a statewide campaign focused on getting all eligible people who live, work, or study in New Jersey to get the jab.
14 hours ago
Philly youth organizations now hiring for more than 1,000 summer jobs
More than 15 local employers hope to recruit teachers, aides, coaches, tutors, and youth group leaders for jobs this summer.
16 hours ago
Palestinians see victory in Gaza truce as Israel warns Hamas
Like the three previous wars, the latest round of fighting ended inconclusively.
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Schools are dropping mask requirements, but a new CDC study suggests they shouldn’t
COVID-19 spreads less in schools where teachers and staff wear masks.
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Jewish activists protest Bala Cynwyd billionaire’s support of right-wing Israeli think tank
Jewish activists picketed a company owned by two Montgomery County financiers over their support for right-wing Israeli groups.
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Early CDC coronavirus test came with inconsistent instructions, cost U.S. weeks
The shortcomings of the test kits cost the nation precious weeks as officials sought to detect virus hotspots and manage the outbreak.
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