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Backlash to House testimony shines spotlight on new generation of Ivy League presidents

Backlash to House testimony shines spotlight on new generation of Ivy League presidents

The university presidents called before a congressional hearing on antisemitism last week had more in common than strife on their campuses: The leaders of the University of Pennsylvania, Harvard, and MIT were all women who were relatively new in their positions.

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Biden-Harris Administration prepares for third student debt relief negotiation session

December 4, 2023--The Biden-Harris Administration took another step in its continued efforts to provide financial relief to significant numbers of student loan borrowers with the release of an updated copy of the proposed regulatory text.

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Pennie's First Open Enrollment Period Deadline for Health Coverage is Friday, Dec. 15

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis joined Pennsylvania InDepartment Mike surance Commissioner Humphreys, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh, Pennie Executive Director Devon Trolley, and community health experts for a news conference at the Hamilton Health Center in Harrisburg to remind Pennsylvanians of Pennie's first open enrollment deadline, December 15, 2023, which is the last day to enroll in health coverage that will start January 1, 2024.

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Wreaths Across America announces 2023 Escort to Arlington Route

What has become known as the country's longest veterans' parade - Wreaths Across America's annual \"Escort to Arlington\" - kicks off on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. The official route will travel down the East Coast, stopping at schools, memorials, and other locations along the way to spread the year-long mission to REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those who serve, and TEACH the next generation the value of freedom.

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Mural Arts Philadelphia, City of Philadelphia & Philadelphia Phillies honor Phillies Legend Richard "Dick" Allen with New Mural

Mural Arts Philadelphia, the nation's largest public arts program, alongside the City of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Phillies, announced and unveiled the design of a new mural coming soon to 2221 South Broad Street in Philadelphia.

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Norman Lear's comedy helped diverse Americans tune in to each other

For many of us old enough to remember Archie Bunker's living room chair before it became a Smithsonian Museum exhibit, Norman Lear helped television comedy get over its fear of real life.

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Steve Harvey's "Judge Steve Harvey" Takes a Stand among the 10 Best TV Shows of 2023

Renowned comedian, Humanitarian, Philanthropist, veteran TV host, and bestselling author Steve Harvey adds another feather to his cap as his show \"Judge Steve Harvey\" secures a spot in the prestigious list of the 10 Best TV Shows of 2023. In this reliably funny and life-affirming quasi-court show, Harvey brings his signature charm to the role of a judge, presiding over everyday folks facing off on small-claims complaints.

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The horror in Gaza must end

The human catastrophe in Gaza cannot continue. The heinous October 7 Hamas-led terrorist attacks in Israel have been followed by a brutal Israeli assault on Gaza, with bombing intensity unprecedented in this century. Twelve hundred Israelis were killed with another 240 taken hostage. The number of Palestinians slain now exceeds 18,000, including an estimated 10,000 women and children.

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When wealthy donors oust university presidents over how they answer congressional questions; a frighteningly dangerous precedent

America's prestigious universities play a big role in determining who gets into America's wealthy elite.

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New PIDA Loans will create and retain 302 total jobs in five counties

Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced the approval of five new low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) to support business expansion and boost the economy in Bucks, Lehigh, Monroe, Perry, and Philadelphia counties. The projects supported through these loans will create 256 new, full-time jobs and retain 46 existing jobs.

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