ObituariesF. John White II, chairman emeritus of Public Financial Management Co. and celebrated political strategist, has died at 78 He was, then-Mayor Ed Rendell said in 1993, “one of the key five or 10 people in government, and he’s not even in government.”
ObituariesF. John White II, chairman emeritus of Public Financial Management Co. and celebrated political strategist, has died at 78 He was, then-Mayor Ed Rendell said in 1993, “one of the key five or 10 people in government, and he’s not even in government.”
BusinessHanwha wants to build a lot more ships in Philly as U.S. seeks to stimulate domestic industry
BusinessHanwha wants to build a lot more ships in Philly as U.S. seeks to stimulate domestic industry
BusinessStagflation threatens to hit the U.S. as it did 50 years ago, economist Zandi saysEven if oil prices aren't the reason, immigration policy and tariffs create concerns about inflation aside stagnant economic growth, as the U.S. saw in the 1970s and early ’80s.
BusinessStagflation threatens to hit the U.S. as it did 50 years ago, economist Zandi saysEven if oil prices aren't the reason, immigration policy and tariffs create concerns about inflation aside stagnant economic growth, as the U.S. saw in the 1970s and early ’80s.
BusinessStagflation threatens to hit the U.S. as it did 50 years ago, economist Zandi saysEven if oil prices aren't the reason, immigration policy and tariffs create concerns about inflation aside stagnant economic growth, as the U.S. saw in the 1970s and early ’80s.
BusinessStagflation threatens to hit the U.S. as it did 50 years ago, economist Zandi saysEven if oil prices aren't the reason, immigration policy and tariffs create concerns about inflation aside stagnant economic growth, as the U.S. saw in the 1970s and early ’80s.
BusinessWhy AI superathletes could be winning $100 million bonuses in Silicon ValleyA recent recruiting spree by Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and other CEOs has shone a spotlight on the immense value tech companies place on these relatively obscure workers.
BusinessWhy AI superathletes could be winning $100 million bonuses in Silicon ValleyA recent recruiting spree by Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and other CEOs has shone a spotlight on the immense value tech companies place on these relatively obscure workers.
BusinessNew state laws pave the way for using gold as legal tenderMissouri, Texas, and other states have passed bipartisan laws designed to make it easier for consumers to spend their gold. The new laws are partly driven by skepticism about the strength of the U.S.
BusinessNew state laws pave the way for using gold as legal tenderMissouri, Texas, and other states have passed bipartisan laws designed to make it easier for consumers to spend their gold. The new laws are partly driven by skepticism about the strength of the U.S.
BusinessBilly Long is sworn in as IRS commissioner, taking over an agency he once sought to closeHe will lead an agency that has been beset with massive staffing cuts and leadership turnover. The former congessman has no background in tax administration.
BusinessBilly Long is sworn in as IRS commissioner, taking over an agency he once sought to closeHe will lead an agency that has been beset with massive staffing cuts and leadership turnover. The former congessman has no background in tax administration.
BusinessCrypto market value tops $4 trillion as stablecoin bill passesA sweeping U.S. legislative push to regulate the sector has traders and investors anticipating higher prices in the weeks ahead.
BusinessCrypto market value tops $4 trillion as stablecoin bill passesA sweeping U.S. legislative push to regulate the sector has traders and investors anticipating higher prices in the weeks ahead.
HealthJulia Haller named new CEO of Philadelphia’s Wills Eye Hospital, succeeding Joe BilsonHaller, a retinal surgeon, will remain ophthalmologist-in-chief at the Center City institution.
HealthJulia Haller named new CEO of Philadelphia’s Wills Eye Hospital, succeeding Joe BilsonHaller, a retinal surgeon, will remain ophthalmologist-in-chief at the Center City institution.
Nation & WorldHouse gives final approval to Trump’s $9 billion cut to public broadcasting and foreign aidSome Republicans were uncomfortable with the cuts, yet supported them anyway, wary of crossing Trump or upsetting his agenda.
Nation & WorldHouse gives final approval to Trump’s $9 billion cut to public broadcasting and foreign aidSome Republicans were uncomfortable with the cuts, yet supported them anyway, wary of crossing Trump or upsetting his agenda.
BusinessTrump says Coke will shift to cane sugar. But increasingly, shoppers want no sugar in their sodasZero-sugar drinks are the fastest-growing products for Coca-Cola and PepsiCo. An industry analyst doubted there will be a full shift away from high-fructose corn syrup because of supply-chain issues.
BusinessTrump says Coke will shift to cane sugar. But increasingly, shoppers want no sugar in their sodasZero-sugar drinks are the fastest-growing products for Coca-Cola and PepsiCo. An industry analyst doubted there will be a full shift away from high-fructose corn syrup because of supply-chain issues.
BusinessFirst, the shoes went back on. Now, at U.S. airport security, more liquid in carry-ons may be at handHomeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said she is looking at changes to the TSA screening process, including the amount of liquids travelers can carry on planes.
BusinessFirst, the shoes went back on. Now, at U.S. airport security, more liquid in carry-ons may be at handHomeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said she is looking at changes to the TSA screening process, including the amount of liquids travelers can carry on planes.
BusinessEmployees at the nation’s consumer financial watchdog say it’s become toothless under TrumpOnce a powerful guardian against wrongdoing by banks and financial services companies, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has seen its enforcement efforts grind to a halt.
BusinessEmployees at the nation’s consumer financial watchdog say it’s become toothless under TrumpOnce a powerful guardian against wrongdoing by banks and financial services companies, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has seen its enforcement efforts grind to a halt.
HealthThese Pennsylvania hospitals had the highest percentage of revenue from Medicaid last yearSeven of the 15 adult hospitals with at least 20% of their revenue from Medicaid are in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Crozer-Chester Medical Center topped the list.
HealthThese Pennsylvania hospitals had the highest percentage of revenue from Medicaid last yearSeven of the 15 adult hospitals with at least 20% of their revenue from Medicaid are in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Crozer-Chester Medical Center topped the list.
Opinion2025 BMW X3: Technology invades a fun driving experienceThe once-svelte and fun SUV gets bigger while keeping the driving thrills alive. But a side order of unintuitive technology puts the brakes on the whole experience.
Opinion2025 BMW X3: Technology invades a fun driving experienceThe once-svelte and fun SUV gets bigger while keeping the driving thrills alive. But a side order of unintuitive technology puts the brakes on the whole experience.
PhiladelphiaWhy there are so many billboards for personal-injury lawyers in the Philly areaThe amount attorneys spent on SEPTA ads is projected to increase 400% since 2021.
PhiladelphiaWhy there are so many billboards for personal-injury lawyers in the Philly areaThe amount attorneys spent on SEPTA ads is projected to increase 400% since 2021.
HealthChristianaCare and Virtua Health are exploring a mergerIf the two nonprofits in New Jersey and Delaware reach a final deal, it would create a $6 billion-plus system with nine hospitals, plus thee micro-hospitals.
HealthChristianaCare and Virtua Health are exploring a mergerIf the two nonprofits in New Jersey and Delaware reach a final deal, it would create a $6 billion-plus system with nine hospitals, plus thee micro-hospitals.
BusinessWho is Robert Siegfried, University of Delaware’s $71.5M donor?The CPA, a University of Delaware graduate, recently pledged millions to the school. How did an accountant get so rich?
BusinessWho is Robert Siegfried, University of Delaware’s $71.5M donor?The CPA, a University of Delaware graduate, recently pledged millions to the school. How did an accountant get so rich?
BusinessFederal judge reverses rule that would have removed medical debt from credit reportsThe judge, who was appointed by Trump, found that the rule exceeded the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s authority.
BusinessFederal judge reverses rule that would have removed medical debt from credit reportsThe judge, who was appointed by Trump, found that the rule exceeded the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s authority.
