Iran war is the worst hit to the global economy since COVID, World Bank says
The bank says that the war is slashing global growth prospects and that a prolonged conflict could tip dozens of developing nations into years of stagnation.
An 80 year old rabbi from Chestnut Hill, a Senegalese immigrant, a former Vietnamese refugee walk onto a stage
Six Philadelphia women, between ages 69 and 86, are telling their stories as part of a new theatrical production.
FDA’s e-cigarette authorization: Fruity vapes not significantly better than tobacco ones
A new memo from U.S. health regulators is raising questions about a recent decision to authorize the first fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adult smokers.
Strong storms, 100-plus heat indexes, kick off Philly’s World Cup fest
Temperature records may fall both days, but relief is coming this weekend.
El Niño has formed officially, and it likely will be one of the strongest on record
Strong El Ninos have coincided with some of Philly's strangest winters.
FIFA’s yearslong effort to woo Trump culminates with the World Cup
Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, has unabashedly courted the president’s favor. Soccer officials privately ask, who really benefits?
Artist Miguel Horn’s sculptures will adorn new Avenue of the Arts median
Construction on the median was scheduled to begin in January and wrap up this month, but has since been delayed until the fall.
Are bar tabs a funeral expense? | Morning Newsletter
The FOP has been billing taxpayers for questionable expenses under the guise of funeral arrangements. And though the city encouraged block parties this summer, organizers are being denied permits.
In Umbria, sweet white wines still reign
This Italian region has been known for dessert wines since the Middle Ages. Now, its whites carry the tradition — and a touch of sweetness.
2026 Infiniti QX60: New look, new engine, new experience?
The three-row SUV from Nissan’s luxe brand is nice but snug even among competitors. Under the hood, the high-tech engine replacing the old V-6 has some decidedly low-tech limitations.