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US regulators seize troubled lender Republic First Bancorp: U.S. regulators have seized Republic First Bancorp and agreed to sell it to another lender ...
reuters.com/business/finance/us-regulators-set-seize-republic-first-bancorp-wsj-reports-2024-04-26/
Columbia’s University Senate Calls for an Investigation Into the Administration: The senators voted for a resolution that accused the administration of ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/us/columbia-university-nemat-shafik-vote.html
Quick Glance: Columbia University Senate Pushes for Admin Investigation
- The university senate voted on a resolution accusing the administration of breaching the rights of students and professors.
- Based on a report by the senate executive committee, the administration was criticized for engaging in harmful actions.
- Allegations included the hiring of aggressive private investigators who harassed students and intruded into student rooms.
- The resolution passed with a 62-14 vote, falling short of a censure proposal against Dr. Shafik.
Central Pa. beer wholesaler prepares to roll out electric freight trucks: The company will acquire eight electric vehicle freight tractors to permanently replace ...
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/wilsbach-distributors-goes-electric-with-its-freight-trucks-shows-off-high-tech-facility.html
Columbia protest at a stalemate as students remain camped on lawn: Talks between protesting students and Columbia University remained at a stalemate Friday ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/columbia-stalemate-continues-student-protesters-still-camped-lawn-rcna149573
Quick Glance: Demands of Pro-Palestinian Protesters on College Campuses
- Protesters call for universities to divest from companies linked to Israel.
- Demands include investment transparency, cutting academic ties with Israeli universities, and supporting a ceasefire in Gaza.
- Debate over effectiveness of divestment campaigns and potential impact on companies.
- Protests aim for symbolic victory for justice and equality, while experts highlight the limited effect of divestment on companies.
Columbia University senate to examine administration amid campus protests: Columbia’s University Senate created a task force to examine the school ...
washingtonpost.com/education/2024/04/26/columbia-university-senate-president-protests/
Rite Aid to close 16 more stores, including 4 in Pa.: Since October, the company has announced in bankruptcy filings the closings of more than 400 stores.
pennlive.com/business/2024/04/rite-aid-to-close-16-more-stores-including-4-in-pa.html
Kyle Rittenhouse Reacts to Shooting Survivor Speaking at His College Event: Rittenhouse has hit back after Paul Prediger criticized him as they made dueling ...
sacbee.com/entertainment/article287830015.html
‘DIVEST’: College endowments turn into flash point of student protests: Many student groups are pushing schools to exert financial pressure on Israel ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/04/26/bds-divestment-gaza-campuses-israel/
There’s two more stops on the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile central Pa. tour: Here’s where to see it
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/theres-two-more-stops-on-the-oscar-mayer-wienermobile-central-pa-tour-heres-where-to-see-it.html
After the 76ers' playoff loss to the Knicks, Kelly Oubre Jr. was involved in a car accident, crashing his Lamborghini when he reportedly ran a red light and ... Show more
Regulators close Philadelphia-based Republic First Bank, first US bank failure this year
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/regulators-close-philadelphia-based-republic-first-bank-first-us-bank-failure-this-year.html
Help! Megabus Canceled My Trip But Won’t Refund the Booking Fee.: A traveler spent $53.98 to reserve a bus ride from Philadelphia to Boston ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/25/travel/megabus-service-fees-refunds.html
Dunkin’ bringing another unit to Cumberland County: A former bank is being renovated for the restaurant with multiple drive-thru lanes.
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/dunkin-bringing-another-unit-to-cumberland-county.html
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Penn State DE Chop Robinson selected by Miami Dolphins with No. 21 overall pick in 2024 NFL draft
pennlive.com/pennstatefootball/2024/04/penn-state-de-chop-robinson-selected-by-miami-dolphins-with-no-21-overall-pick-in-2024-nfl-draft.html
Fiona Beal admits murdering and burying partner in Northampton: Fiona Beal sent messages to Nicholas Billingham's friends using his mobile phone, a trial hears.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-68846713
Penn State OT Olu Fashanu selected by New York Jets with No. 11 overall pick in 2024 NFL draft
pennlive.com/pennstatefootball/2024/04/penn-state-ot-olu-fashanu-selected-by-new-york-jets-with-no-11-overall-pick-in-2024-nfl-draft.html
See all of the highlights from the 2024 TIME100 Gala: TIME100 Summit and Gala 2024 | TIME Thank you to Premier Partner Booking.com | Official site | The best hotels, flights, car rentals & accommodation ; Signature Partners Citi, Merck ... Show more
Chairman and past president of Pa. grocery store chain dies : Richard Redner, who was nicknamed “The Boss,” expanded the Reading-based chain from 10 to 44 ...
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/chairman-and-past-president-of-pa-grocery-store-chain-dies.html
Amongst a slew of European earnings, consumer goods companies were in the spotlight. Industry giant Nestle missed its sales forecast and Unilever beat ... Show more
Consumer gulf widens as demand for premium and budget foods grows | Reuters
Consumer gulf widens as demand for premium and budget foods grows | Reuters
Cigna to offer Humira rivals with $0 copay at specialty pharmacy: Cigna plans to make close copies of AbbVie's blockbuster arthritis drug Humira available with ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/cigna-offer-humira-rivals-with-0-copay-specialty-pharmacy-2024-04-25/
The FCC's restoration of net neutrality is a win for Internet users across the U.S. as it forbids service providers such as Comcast and Verizon from doing ... Show more
Quick Glance: FCC Votes to Restore Net Neutrality Rules
- The FCC voted 3-2 along political party lines to reinstate rules from 2017 to prevent internet service providers from disrupting your internet speed.
- Restoring net neutrality has been a focus for President Joe Biden and was approved by a majority of the FCC.
- Net neutrality protects consumers from ISP control, promotes fair rules, and safeguards against online fraud and scams.
- The discussion on net neutrality also raises questions about service pricing and highlights the importance for internet infrastructure.
Southwest Airlines is taking a look at its open seating policy: Southwest Airlines is reconsidering its open seating policy.
dallasnews.com/business/airlines/2024/04/26/southwest-airlines-is-taking-another-look-at-its-open-seating-policy/
Quick Glance: Is Southwest Ending Free Seating?
- Southwest Airlines is seriously considering seating allocation and passenger boarding to enhance its financial performance.
- Unlike most other airlines, Southwest does not have a premium section with higher fares.
- The airline is closely examining customer preferences regarding seating and boarding processes.
- Experts believe that Southwest could potentially earn a significant amount of money by introducing assigned seating.
College protesters want their schools to divest from ties to Israel. Here's what that means
nbcnews.com/business/business-news/college-protesters-divest-from-israel-what-it-means-rcna149147
How 9 homeowners bought their house, from loans to what to look for: How do you buy a home in this economy? See tips from homeowners who managed to do so.
washingtonpost.com/business/interactive/2024/advice-home-buyer-tips-loans-mortgage-2024/
Battleground state Pennsylvania gets first electric school buses funded by Biden admin
thehill.com/homenews/education/4620801-pennsylvania-electric-school-buses-infrastructure-law/
Hydel retain Girls’ 4x100m title at Penn Relays - Jamaica Observer: PHILADELPHIA, USA— Hydel High defended their High School girls' Championships of America ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/26/hydel-retain-girls-4x100m-title-penn-relays/
"It's been tough but I'm not a quitter…It's unfortunate…got to keep pushing.”
- Joel Embiid. 🙏
(h/t @ohnohedidnt24 )
Dye your hair... like Velveeta!: Velveeta's hair dye comes on the heels of a cheese-scented nail polish.
axios.com/2024/04/25/hair-dye-velveeta-cheese-gold-marketing
'LOOKING AT DIFFERENT PLACES': Executives at Wall Street firms said they plan to increase recruiting at schools that have more effectively managed anti-Israel ... Show more
Other colleges could upend Columbia, Harvard amid antisemitism rise | Fox Business
Other colleges could upend Columbia, Harvard amid antisemitism rise | Fox Business
Celebrate National Pretzel Day: Auntie Anne's, Wetzel's Pretzels among places to get deals
usatoday.com/story/money/food/2024/04/25/national-pretzel-day-2024/73398995007/
TikTok sale necessary to keep China from gaining advantage over U.S.: Casey: Casey spoke to reporters after accepting the endorsement of the 177 ...
pennlive.com/politics/2024/04/tiktok-sale-necessary-to-keep-china-from-gaining-advantage-over-us-casey.html
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Virginia basketball working on its non-conference schedule: Virginia’s basketball roster may be in limbo as the program pursues a number of transfer ...
richmond.com/sports/college/virginia-basketball-working-on-its-non-conference-schedule/article_0d5e6ad8-0407-11ef-8e50-3ba58596d628.html
Footwear retailer, Cole Haan opens third store in Pa.: The store opened on Thursday.
pennlive.com/business/2024/04/footwear-retailer-cole-haan-opens-third-store-in-pa.html
‘Gentle giant’ pup up for adoption will steal your heart and couch. Meet Bazooka Joe
sacbee.com/news/nation-world/national/article287938840.html
Wawa’s president says central Pa. expansion won’t spell trouble with Sheetz: Central Pa. is poised to become the epicenter of the convenience store wars as Wawa ...
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/wawas-president-says-central-pa-expansion-wont-spell-trouble-with-sheetz.html
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‘Lost touch with reality’: How TikTok’s vaunted lobbying operation went wrong: The app always faced an uphill battle in Congress because of its owner’s ties to ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/24/tiktok-china-lobbying-washington-00154232
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Gov. Shapiro jabs at university leaders over safety concerns during pro-Palestinian protests
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/gov-shapiro-jabs-at-university-leaders-over-safety-concerns-during-pro-palestinian-protests.html
Status of 2 Rite Aid stores on same central Pa. street might be causing some confusion among customers
pennlive.com/business/2024/04/status-of-2-rite-aid-stores-on-same-central-pa-street-might-be-causing-some-confusion-among-customers.html
Paid articlePaid Great PA News Quiz: 2024 matchups, Senate screenshots, protest votes, and Roe remarks
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/great-pa-news-quiz-2024-matchups-senate-screenshots-protest-votes-and-roe-remarks.html
Regional companies under pressure: Some are fleeing abroad: Several companies in the Heilbronn region are giving up part of their production or relocating it ...
stimme.de/ueberregional/baden-wuerttemberg/wirtschaft/ausland-statt-deutschland-stihl-ist-kein-einzelfall-art-4913489
Troubled Philadelphia-based regional bank Republic First Bancorp was seized by Pennsylvania regulators Friday, marking the first regional banking failure this ... Show more
2024 NFL mock draft (Version 6.0): Connecting the dots for one last first-round projection
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/25/2024-nfl-mock-draft-version-6/
Columbia's president, no stranger to complex challenges, walks tightrope on student protests
apnews.com/article/columbia-president-minouche-shafik-protests-30a231f01f8a900ec9585dcf92337ec4
Protests embroil Columbia, other campuses as tensions flare over war in Gaza: Live updates
eu.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/22/columbia-university-pro-palestinian-protests-israel-updates/73409061007/
Quick Glance: Student Protests: Arrests at Yale and NYU
- Police arrested dozens of people at pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Yale University in Connecticut and New York University in Manhattan, as student protests over Israel’s war in Gaza continue to roil US campuses.
- At Yale University, at least 47 protesters were arrested and will face disciplinary action.
- The police crackdowns came after Columbia University canceled in-person classes and cleared tent encampments on its campus in New York City.
- The universities repeatedly asked students to leave, warning of legal and disciplinary consequences if they did not.
Pro-Palestinian encampments and protests spread on college campuses across the U.S.
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246594938/pro-palestinian-campus-protests-columbia-yale-nyu
More than 25% of U.S. adults over 50 expect never to retire: AARP: About 1 in 4 have no retirement savings, according to research that shows how a graying ...
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/04/more-than-25-of-us-adults-over-50-expect-never-to-retire-aarp.html
California, 21 other states back EPA vehicle emissions rules: A group of 22 states led by California and five cities are backing the U.S. Environmental ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/california-21-other-states-back-epa-vehicle-emissions-rules-2024-04-23/
More Than 4 Dozen Unions Demand 'End of Repression' of Columbia Protests: "The right to protest is necessary for every struggle, and the direct attack on ...
commondreams.org/news/unions-columbia-solidarity
Efforts to tackle student protests in America have backfired badly: Police intervention at Columbia has provoked protests at other universities
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/23/efforts-to-tackle-student-protests-in-america-have-backfired-badly
Why loose horses were seen bolting through London - and where they ended up: The seven horses created havoc in central London after escaping and rushing down the ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/loose-horses-were-seen-bolting-32661022
Caught on camera: Bucks Co. Taco Bell manager saves choking baby: Surveillance video captured the moment a Taco Bell manager was hailed as a hero after helping ...
nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/taco-bell-manager-saves-choking-baby/3835775/
Columbia University main campus classes will be hybrid until semester ends; NYU students, faculty arrested during protests
cnn.com/2024/04/22/business/columbia-tensions-passover-virtual-classes/
Gaza protests: Humboldt halts classes, more tents go up at UC Berkeley: In swelling anti-war protests, thousands of university students in California and across ...
sfchronicle.com/california/article/gaza-protests-humboldt-halts-classes-tents-go-19418700.php
Quick Glance: Spread of Anti-War Protests at U.S. Universities
- University of Minnesota student sets up protest camp following arrests of pro-Palestinian demonstrators.
- Pro-Palestinian protests sweep campuses nationwide, demanding universities cut ties with Israel.
- Arrest of over 100 student protesters at Columbia University sparks solidarity protests at other colleges.
- Student anti-war protests spread across the country, from Yale to University of California, demanding divestment from Israel.
Making the impossible look routine. Scottie Scheffler hooped the longest eagle of the week at Harbour Town's second hole. #ComcastBusinessTOURTOP10
‘Don’t Have a Cow’ beer arrives at central Pa. convenience store chain: The craft beer sells in cans decorated with a black and white cow theme.
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/dont-have-a-cow-beer-arrives-at-central-pa-convenience-store-chain.html
The largest mobilization since the beginning of the Gaza war shakes up US universities
english.elpais.com/usa/2024-04-24/the-largest-mobilization-since-the-beginning-of-the-gaza-war-shakes-up-us-universities.html
Protestors at Pitt demand university disclose ties to Israeli organizations: Echoes of the chant, “Free free Palestine” rang throughout the lawn in front of the ...
post-gazette.com/local/city/2024/04/23/palestine-protest-pitt-israel-gaza-college-campus/stories/202404230078
Furniture delivery inquiry blindsided Barty Smith on NFL draft day 50 years ago: Fifty years ago, Barty Smith was awaiting the phone call from an NFL team at his ...
richmond.com/sports/college/schools/university-richmond/nfl-draft-barty-smith-university-of-richmond/article_c3916418-0259-11ef-bd93-6724df6be86a.html
76ers' Tyrese Maxey Wins NBA's Most Improved Player for 2023–24 Season: Philadelphia's All-Star point guard took home another award this season ...
si.com/nba/2024/04/23/76ers-tyrese-maxey-wins-most-improved-player
OH, SHEETZ: As President Biden grabs a bite at a local convenience store, his administration delivers a legal bite of its own. Biden admin hits Sheetz convenience store chain with lawsuit, despite campaign stop | Fox Business
What happened to Harrisburg woman’s SUV before fatal crash? ‘I really don’t understand’
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/what-happened-to-harrisburg-womans-suv-before-fatal-crash-i-really-dont-understand.html
Paid articlePaid Proposed hydroelectric dam could put York County hiking trails underwater: The $2.5 billion project would encompass about 1,000 acres and require the acquisition ...
pennlive.com/outdoors/2024/04/proposed-hydroelectric-dam-could-put-york-county-hiking-trails-underwater.html
Former church leader molested girl in Cumberland County McDonald’s: police: Police believe the 76-year-old, who they say molested the 9-year-old in front of ...
pennlive.com/crime/2024/04/former-harrisburg-church-leader-molested-girl-in-cumberland-county-mcdonalds-police.html
Verizon reports fewer quarterly subscriber losses on flexible plan demand: Verizon Communications said on Monday it lost fewer-than-expected wireless subscribers ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/verizon-posts-fewer-first-quarter-subscriber-losses-flexible-plan-demand-2024-04-22/
Harrisburg veteran’s family left homeless after rental scams, a growing problem: After waiting hours for what he thought would be the keys to his struggling ...
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/harrisburg-veterans-family-left-homeless-after-rental-scams-a-growing-problem.html
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Kylie Kelce Reveals Sweet Retirement Gift She Got for Husband Jason Kelce: The NFL star's wife revealed the special gift she got for her husband on social media.
newsweek.com/kylie-kelce-shares-jason-kelce-retirement-gift-1893014
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is coming back to central Pa. Here’s where to see it
pennlive.com/entertainment/2024/04/the-oscar-mayer-wienermobile-is-coming-back-to-town.html
Paid articlePaid York County winery to ‘test the waters’ with new events, including line dancing: Five years since agreeing to purchase Naylor Wine Cellars, the owners of Allegro ...
pennlive.com/food/2024/04/york-county-winery-rooted-in-music-to-test-the-waters-with-line-dancing.html
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Responsibility for Hitting a House with a Golf Shot
- Hitting a house with a golf shot requires a proper response, similar to a traffic accident hit-and-run situation.
- While homeowners on golf courses are often seen as self-reliant, both law and etiquette dictate that a golfer is responsible for damages.
- Ignoring responsibility after damaging a house can lead to legal consequences, emphasizing the importance of maintaining proper ethical behavior.
- Although the homeowner's reaction may vary, it is always crucial to take ownership and handle the situation appropriately.
The Richest Man in Pennsylvania Is Not Having a Good Month: Jeff Yass' bets on DJT stock—and against one of the members of the Squad—are not looking so hot.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/jeff-yass-tiktok-bytedance-summer-lee-pennsylvania-trump-djt-not-a-good-month.html
Protest for Palestine at the elite Columbia University in New York: The management of Columbia University is wrestling with the boundaries of free speech on its ...
nzz.ch/international/protest-fuer-palaestina-an-der-elite-universitaet-columbia-in-new-york-ld.1827646
Guy Fieri is visiting this N.J. restaurant and bar soon: The mayor of Flavortown is back in Jersey!
nj.com/food/2024/04/guy-fieri-is-visiting-this-nj-restaurant-and-bar-soon.html
The exact date the UK will face 10 days of rain: Forecasters predict 10 days of rain across much of the UK from Thursday, April 25.
metro.co.uk/2024/04/22/exact-date-uk-will-face-10-days-rain-20689909/
Guilt-Tripping for the Public Good Often Achieves Its Intended Result: The emerging science of laying guilt through public messaging can help safeguard the ...
scientificamerican.com/article/guilt-tripping-for-the-public-good-often-achieves-its-intended-result/
Rite Aid to close 13 additional locations in 5 states, court docs say: Rite Aid has announced plans to close 13 additional stores after filing for Chapter 11 ...
fox8.com/news/more-rite-aids-in-ne-ohio-closing/
Climate advocates want to solve their 'biggest problem' in the US: Turning out voters
abcnews.go.com/US/climate-advocates-solve-biggest-problem-us-turning-voters/story
Report: Hornets interviewing former NBA, Duke guard JJ Redick for head coaching vacancy
sports.yahoo.com/report-hornets-interviewing-former-nba-duke-guard-jj-redick-for-head-coaching-vacancy-230845859.html
This Philly penthouse can be yours for $26 million, or $25,000 a month: Agents who sell Philadelphia's most expensive penthouses said that after a lackluster ...
inquirer.com/real-estate/housing/luxury-high-end-apartment-real-estate-sales-20240423.html
Knicks HC Tom Thibodeau on not being Coach of the Year finalist: ‘I couldn’t care less about that’
nydailynews.com/2024/04/22/knicks-tom-thibodeau-coach-of-the-year-finalist/
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