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American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"

Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.

  • Jun 15
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Iran and U.S. reach peace deal, Trump and Pakistani prime minister say

Pakistan's prime minister said Sunday the U.S. and Iran had reached a deal that includes "the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon."

  • Jun 15
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule and how to watch

With 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, it's like "a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks," U.S. team captain Tim Ream told CBS News.

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Latvia says drone shot down as "result of Russian electronic warfare"

A series of drone incursions into countries neighboring Ukraine and Russia is fueling concern that their four-and-a-half year war could spread.

  • Jun 8
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Israel and Iran trade strikes, imperiling fragile ceasefire in war's 100th day

Israel and Iran were firing missiles at each other Monday, endangering the shaky truce that's been in place as well as talks on a deal to end the fighting.

  • Jun 8
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Iran attacks Kuwait airport as Israel, Lebanon reach tentative ceasefire

Israel and Lebanon agreed Wednesday to renew their fragile ceasefire and create a number of "pilot" security zones inside Lebanon where Hezbollah would be banned.

  • Jun 4
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Vance says "still TBD" if Trump will sign a U.S.-Iran deal

The vice president says the U.S. and Iran are "very close" to a deal, but are "not there yet." Meanwhile, the U.S. struck Iran, which retaliated against a U.S. base.

  • May 29
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Iran says U.S. violating ceasefire as Trump seeks "good deal or no deal"

As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.

  • May 27
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Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda declared global health emergency

At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.

  • May 18
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China's Xi warns Trump about "conflicts" if Taiwan isn't "handled properly"

President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.

  • May 14
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Humidity increases Wednesday with shower chances, storms possible later this week | NEXT Weather

Wednesday is quiet but getting more humid, and then we could see some showers or storms Thursday or Friday in the Philadelphia area. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.

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How to donate to the 2026 Alex Scott: A Stand for Hope Telethon

Learn more about Alex Scott, her lemonade stands, and the years-long efforts to help children and their families fight cancer.

  • Jun 3
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Jalen Brunson on showing respect, hard lessons from dad and not losing his cool

An image of Jalen Brunson and his father, Rick, in an emotional hug after the Knicks' championship win on Saturday spread rapidly. But what came before that moment says a lot more about their relationship.

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Pa. swim school manager charged with unlawful sexual contact with minor

Todd Hill, a swim school manager in Aston, Pennsylvania, is charged with seven felonies in a sexual assault of a minor investigation in Delaware.

  • 4H ago
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Stein Your Florist Co. closing Northeast Philadelphia location

Stein Your Florist Co. is closing its storefront in Philadelphia's Mayfair-Tacony neighborhood and consolidating all business at its location in Burlington, New Jersey.

  • Jun 16
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101-year-old WWII vet returns to Battleship New Jersey for homecoming

Paul Robbins, the last known living World War II crewmember, returned to the Battleship New Jersey for an emotional homecoming Monday.

  • Jun 15
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Pa. swim school manager charged with unlawful sexual contact with minor

Todd Hill, a swim school manager in Aston, Pennsylvania, is charged with seven felonies in a sexual assault of a minor investigation in Delaware.

  • 4H ago
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In wake of tragedy, Del. church preserving the past and shaping the future

Despite being burned in a fire last month, Mother African Union Church in Wilmington is preserving the past and shaping the future.

  • Jun 16
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Wilmington encampment cleared, but demonstrators worry it won't solve the problem

While city crews cleared the encampments at Christina Park in Wilmington, demonstrators said that it won't solve the problem.

  • Jun 15
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Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation grant helps little girl achieve remission

Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.

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Alex Scott's wish is slowly coming true thanks to her doctors

Alex Scott's wish was that her lemonade stands could help raise money to find cancer treatments and cures, and that's what's happening.

  • Jun 15
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How this N.J. healthcare clinic is empowering LGBTQ+ community

Cooper's LGBTQ+ clinic in Collingswood, New Jersey, is empowering the community to get the best inclusive healthcare possible.

  • Jun 15
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Target recalling 2 types of baby wipes over contamination concerns

Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.

  • Jun 5
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Permits to stay open late during World Cup expected to be approved next week

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.

  • Jun 4
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Kalaya and Friday Saturday Sunday named among North America's 50 Best

Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.

  • May 29
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Houston Rockets owner to control 4 Atlantic City casinos after $17B deal

Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.

  • May 28
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What to know about FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill in Philadelphia

Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.

  • Jun 11
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SEPTA announces upgrades to NRG Station ahead of World Cup

SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.

  • Jun 10
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SEPTA reopens long-shuttered Center City subway concourse

SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.

  • Jun 2
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Jalen Brunson on showing respect, hard lessons from dad and not losing his cool

An image of Jalen Brunson and his father, Rick, in an emotional hug after the Knicks' championship win on Saturday spread rapidly. But what came before that moment says a lot more about their relationship.

  • 3H ago
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Marsh, Bohm, Schwarber homer as Phillies beat Marlins behind Luzardo

Brandon Marsh, Alec Bohm and Kyle Schwarber homered, JesΓΊs Luzardo pitched seven strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins 8-2.

  • 16H ago
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Flyers, Maple Leafs swap goalies in surprise trade before NHL draft

The Flyers acquired Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit in a surprise four-player trade with the Maple Leafs ahead of the 2026 NHL draft.

  • Jun 16
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Former NHL player Kyle Calder dies at 47 after an illness

Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.

  • Jun 16
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Tony Awards honor "Schmigadoon!" and more. See the full winners list.

"Schmigadoon!" β€” which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 β€” won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.

  • Jun 8
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Philadelphia school district helping mold future trade workers with 5-day CTE camp

Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.

  • Aug 2, 2024
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"Girl Talk" mentoring program tackles bullying, creates safe space for Philadelphia girls

With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.

  • Jul 26, 2024
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High school graduate paving the way for a future in nursing

Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.

  • Jul 19, 2024
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After long road to recovery, Aidan and his family hold lemonade stands for ALSF

For Aidan, it was a long road to recovery, but as he and his mom found out, a little kindness can go a long way when you're in the fight of your life. Here's Aidan's story.

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20 years of A Stand for Hope Telethon. This is Alex Scott's story.

More than 20 years ago, Alex Scott had a dream: to hold lemonade stands to raise money so her doctors could find cures for all kids with cancer. This is Alex's story.

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Phillies auction off Kyle Schwarber, Jhoan Duran merch to benefit Alex's Lemonade Stand

Every year for the past 20 years, Philadelphia's sports teams, the Phillies included, have helped us raise a lot of money in the fight to end childhood cancer. In 2026, it's no different. Also, the Phillie Phanatic was there, and he ... mostly behaved.

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Doctors who treated Alex Scott reunite with a pediatric cancer survivor, now 17 years old

Edie Gilger is a pediatric cancer survivor who, thanks to research that made it out of the laboratory and into a clinical trial, is now a healthy 17-year-old. During our Alex Scott: A Stand for Hope Telethon, Edie and her mother Emily reunited with Dr. Yael Mosse and Dr. John Maris, who treated Alex and later saved Edie's life. "We realize that we wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for what they are doing as well as Dr. Mosse and Dr. Maris

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Program transforming vacant lots into green spaces in Chester

The goal of the LandCare program is to improve the appearance of neighborhoods and encourage community connection.

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