Michael Tanenbaum
Michael Tanenbaum is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice.com, with interests ranging from technology and behavioral health to local community initiatives and cultural life. Michael has written for the Argentina Independent and Bespoke Magazine and previously served as a news editor for Xfinity.com before joining PhillyVoice. He received his B.A. in The Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University.
May 5, 2021
Alternative Medicine
A new form of CBD may offer more potent pain relief and ease opioid cravings
Temple University researchers are investigating the pain relieving properties of KLS-13019, a CBD derivative that shows signs of halting pain effects in mice with peripheral neuropathy. The analog drug could also be an important tool in helping people recover from opioid use disorder, with evidence showing it can disrupt pathways that reinforce cravings.May 5, 2021
Jobs
Amazon Fresh now hiring for new Bucks County grocery store
Amazon Fresh is seeking full-time and part-time employees for its upcoming grocery store in Warrington, Bucks County, located at 425 Easton Rd. in the Creekview Center. The store is one of several the tech giant has planned in the Philadelphia region.May 5, 2021
Entertainment
John Mulaney announces first comedy shows since Pennsylvania rehab stint
Comedian John Mulaney will perform his first live stand-up sets since he completed a 60-day stint at a Pennsylvania rehab facility for cocaine and alcohol addiction. Mulaney will be at Manhattan's City Winery for five sold out shows from May 10-14.May 4, 2021
Eagles
Giants safety Jabrill Peppers implies DeVonta Smith was unhappy to be drafted by Eagles
New York Giants safety Jabrill Peppers tweeted side-by-side photos of Kadarius Toney, the team's first-round pick, and Philadelphia Eagles first-round pick DeVonta Smith. Peppers suggested Toney's smile showed he's happy to play in New York, while Smith's serious expression suggests otherwise about his destination in Philly. Giants fans, however, have a had a few meltdowns in response to the 2021 NFL Draft.May 4, 2021
Government
Pennsylvania will remove COVID-19 restrictions on Memorial Day
Pennsylvania will lift all remaing COVID-19 restrictions on restaurants, gatherings and other businesses on Memorial Day, May 31. The state's mask mandate will stay in effect until 70% of the population is fully vaccinated. Philadelphia has not yet committed to Pennsylvania's timeline for ending COVID-19 restrictions.May 4, 2021
Odd News
Out-of-control Chinese rocket could crash land on Earth — and Philly may be in its path
The core of China's Long March 5B Y2 rocket, launched on April 29, did not deorbit and is currently circling around Earth with an expected crash in the coming days or week. The 100-foot tall core was spotted traveling at more than 15,800 mph and could pose a threat to parts of the United States, including Philadelphia, if it makes its reentry over U.S. skies.May 4, 2021
Lawsuits
South Jersey McDonald's sued for alleged feces-stained burger wrapper
A Millville mother and daughter are suing a local McDonald's in South Jersey where they allegedly purchased a burger with poop stains on its wrapper earlier this year. The family is seeking unspecified compensatory and punitive damages after they say they were sickened and suffered emotional distress.April 30, 2021
Eagles
Giants fan has entertaining meltdown over Eagles' draft-night deal to pick DeVonta Smith
As the Philadelphia Eagles traded up with the Dallas Cowboys in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft to select Alabama's DeVonta Smith, one New York Giants fan's soul was crushed during a livestream. The Giants, who appear to have been targeting Smith, traded back and later selected Florida wide receiver Kadarius Toney.April 30, 2021
Food & Drink
Sabrina's Café closes South Philly location after two decades
Sabrina's Café has permanently closed its location in Philadelphia's Italian Market, where the restaurant first opened at 910 Christian St. in 2001. Four other Sabrina's Café locations — Art Museum, University City, Wynnewood and Collingswood — will remain open.April 30, 2021
Courts
Delco man gets probation for casting dead mother's vote for Donald Trump
Bruce Bartman, 70, of Marple Township, was sentenced to five years of probation after pleading guilty to casting a ballot for his dead mother in the 2020 presidential election, voting for Donald Trump on her behalf. Bartman unsuccessfully tried to do the same for his deceased mother-in-law. He will be prohibited from voting for four years.Just In
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