The discovery of a new species of manta ray in the southern Atlantic has been confirmed by scientists.
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On the Lighter Side
When you want a dependable BYOB, try one of these local spots.
Kennet Square will hold the 40th annual Mushroom Festival on September 6-7, 2025.
Will Cosmic Crisp be your new favorite apple?
Scarlet Sunrise is a new Jersey tomato, introduced by Rutgers after 13 years of development.
This may be a perfect match: Famous 4th Street Deli and Franklin Fountain have paired up to make several frozen sweets.
For the first time in five years, Manayunk Restaurant Week is returning from September 8-14, 2025.
FYI
According to the Economy League of Greater Philadelphia, SEPTA service cuts will impact the very foundations of our area’s economy.
After the federal e-filing system was hacked, security has been upgraded.
Trends We’re Watching
More people in America than ever are working past traditional retirement age, according to the Pew Charitable Trust.
What Doesn’t Surprise Us At All
After their second Super Bowl win, the Eagles franchise has moved up from 9th to 6th place on the 2025 list of NFL team valuations.
Selling video game cheat codes is a $100 million industry.
Experienced doctors lost skills after relying on AI to help identify cancer.
Thread Recommendations
After nearly 40 years, the restored Lansdowne Theater is reopening on August 22.
The 2025 Mangrove Photography Award photos have been published.
A city founded by Maya rebels holding out against Spanish invaders has been uncovered by archaeologists in Mexico.
Audio Files
The Bruce Springsteen Archives at Monmouth University, NJ, are preparing to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Born to Run, Springsteen’s breakout third album.
Fresh Air with Terry Gross is celebrating 50 years of interviews.
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