Michael Tanenbaum

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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.


tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

July 18, 2019

Health News

Drexel University president says 40% of clinical staff will lose jobs due to Hahnemann Hospital closure

Drexel University's clinical staff will be cut by 40% as a result of the planned closure of Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia, university president John Fry said in a letter.

July 17, 2019

Social Media

Eagles' DeSean Jackson posts world's best FaceApp old man photo

If you don't live under a rock, you've probably been seeing and reading a lot about FaceApp, the Russian-made photo service that uses artificial intelligence to make you look old — old enough to soon die and be under a rock!

July 17, 2019

Food & Drink

Phillies' Bryce Harper, Flyers' Kevin Hayes review Tacconelli's Pizza

The Phillies' Bryce Harper and Flyers' Kevin Hayes joined Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy in Port Richmond to try Tacconelli's Pizza, one of the oldest pizza places in Philadelphia. It was part of the website's One Bite pizza review.

July 17, 2019

Investigations

Suspected Bucks County air conditioner thief leaves trail of beer

Lower Southampton Township police are searching for a man who allegedly stole three air conditioning units from a local business on June 16, 2019. Investigators said the suspect left behind an empty beer bottle at the scene.

July 17, 2019

Children's Health

Philly rolls out 'I Call the Snacks' campaign targeting sugary foods

A new series of 30-second ads from the Philadelphia Department of Public Health seeks to empower parents to take control of the snacks their kids are eating. It's part of a campaign called "I Call the Snacks."

July 16, 2019

Transportation

Pennsylvania approves 6% increase on turnpike tolls for 2020

For the 12th consecutive year, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission voted Tuesday to approve another increase in tolls for 2020, this time by another 6%.

July 16, 2019

Environment

Baltimore Sun calls for Maryland to sue Pennsylvania over Chesapeake Bay pollution

The editorial board of The Baltimore Sun wants Maryland to sue Pennsylvania over the problem of pollution in the Chesapeake Bay. Pennsylvania is behind its goals in minimizing the environmental impact of downstream sediment from the Susquehanna River.

July 16, 2019

Public Transportation

SEPTA project impacting Airport Rail Line requires temporary shuttle buses

Travelers going to and from Philadelphia International Airport will have to make use of a shuttle bus service for two weeks as SEPTA completes work in the area of University City Station. Shuttle buses will run from July 20-August 4, 2019.

July 16, 2019

Odd News

Viral Bagel Boss guy slated for Atlantic City fight at Showboat Casino

Long Island's Chris Morgan, who went viral last week for having a meltdown at a Bagel Boss, will reportedly parlay his humiliation into a fight in Atlantic City, earning five or six figures in the process, according to TMZ. 

July 15, 2019

Sixers

Sixers 2019 Statement Edition jersey possibly shown in leaked photo

Watching two NBA teams play each other on any given night has become a bit of a guessing game at first glance in recent years. Ever since Nike took over as producer of the league's jersey, each team can roll out four different looks, in many cases wildly different from the primary uniforms.

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