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.
September 6, 2019
Lawsuits
FOX29's Karen Hepp sues Facebook, Reddit for $10 million over sketchy photo
FOX29 anchor Karen Hepp filed a federal lawsuit seeking $10 million in damages from Facebook, Reddit and other internet companies. The Good Day Philadelphia host claims her photo appeared in sexualized advertisements and threads without her authorization.September 6, 2019
Health News
Wharton professor leads autism study challenging 'extreme male brain' theory
A marketing professor at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School is among a group of North American researchers challenging a theory for one possible cause of autism spectrum disorder.September 5, 2019
Sixers
Sixers to honor Charles Barkley with statue at Camden practice facility
The Philadelphia 76ers will immortalize Charles Barkley next week with a statue unveiling at the team practice facility in Camden, putting him alongside the likes of franchise greats Wilt Chamberlain, Julius Erving and Billy Cunningham.September 5, 2019
Celebrities
Director Kevin Smith blasts photo theft in keto weight loss phishing scam
Kevin Smith says his photo was used without his approval for a ketogenic diet supplement. He and other celebrities have targeted in phishing scams for diet pills.September 5, 2019
Health News
Penn researcher behind Alzheimer's discoveries wins $3 million prize
A pioneering researcher at the University of Pennsylvania will receive a $3 million Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences for her groundbreaking work on neurodegenerative diseases. Virginia M.Y. Lee was selected for her discovery of proteins found in Alzheimer's and other conditions.September 5, 2019
Investigations
Camden woman pleads guilty in fatal stabbing of identical twin sister
A Camden woman accused of fatally stabbing her identical twin sister in June pleaded guilty in court Thursday and could face up to ten years in state prison, prosecutors said.September 4, 2019
Investigations
Cyclist fatally struck by car in Northeast Philly
A cyclist died Wednesday morning in Northeast Philadelphia after he was struck by a vehicle in the area of Tacony, police said.September 4, 2019
Eagles
Young Eagles fan obsessed with Jalen Mills gets surprise jersey, tickets
Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Jalen Mills will give tickets to the family of a young fan who went viral on Twitter with her excitement over receiving his jersey.September 4, 2019
Mental Health
CHOP study finds potential blood-based biomarker for PTSD
A receptor protein found on the surface of brain cells could help explain why some people are prone to developing post-traumatic stress disorder, according to new research led by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.September 4, 2019
NBA
Jameer Nelson advises Markelle Fultz to drown out noise with fresh start in Orlando
Former St. Joe's standout and longtime Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson has some words of wisdom for Markelle Fultz as he tries to revive his stalled NBA career: Don't worry about anybody else.Just In
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