On a winter day in 1895, a Quaker inventor brought his movie projector into the halls of the Franklin Institute and stunned its distinguished guests. The Phantoscope, as C. Francis …
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What is the first thing you do in the morning after you awaken? Many people immediately check their phones for notifications of messages, alerts and social media updates by their …
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Three Mile Island owner seeks $1.6 billion federal loan to restart nuclear plant for Microsoft AI facility
by myphillyconnection 52 viewsConstellation Energy, the utility company that owns Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island nuclear plant, is expected to seek a $1.6 billion federal loan guarantee for its project to restart a reactor …
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Gloria Dei Church creates app so visitors can take self-guided tours of its nearly 350-year-old cemetery
by myphillyconnection 65 viewsA nearly 350-year-old cemetery in South Philly with an estimated 5,000 people buried on its grounds has launched an app for self-guided tours. While Gloria Dei Episcopal Church – known …
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NJ attorney general sues TikTok, accusing app of exploiting teens for profit
by myphillyconnection 62 viewsN.J. Attorney General Matthew Platkin is suing TikTok, accusing the China-based company of violating consumer protection laws by exploiting children's vulnerabilities and contributing to their mental health issues. In a …
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New Portal sculpture at LOVE Park will link Philly to other cities via livestream
by myphillyconnection 187 viewsA circular sculpture installed at LOVE Park – resembling a portal – soon will connect Philadelphia to several cities around the world that have identical sculptures hooked up to 24/7 …
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Mawn’s Phila Lorn wins James Beard Award for best emerging chef
by myphillyconnection 66 viewsPhila Lorn, the chef behind the Cambodian restaurant Mawn, won the James Beard Award for best emerging chef at Monday night's ceremony in Chicago. The honor is given to a …
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Have a sweet tooth? Reading Terminal Market’s ice cream festival returns July 12
by myphillyconnection 56 viewsBrain freezes are about to hit Reading Terminal Market, as the food hall prepares to host another ice cream festival. The annual event will bring out 11 vendors selling sorbet, …
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Bok Bar reopens April 10 with a menu crafted by a James Beard Award semifinalist
by myphillyconnection 68 viewsBok Bar, a South Philly summer staple, is reopening for another season on Thursday, April 10. The rooftop spot will be open Wednesdays through Sundays through Sunday, Nov. 2. Bok …
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Barnes Foundation to host ‘Spring Fling’ party April 11
by myphillyconnection 72 viewsThe Barnes Foundation is celebrating springtime through art, music and cocktails at its upcoming Young Professionals Night next month. On Friday, April 11, the Barnes will host its "Spring Fling" …