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.
July 26, 2016
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WATCH: Stephen Colbert brings antics to DNC in Philly
During a week of live broadcasts of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," it was a foregone conclusion that the lovable comic-media critic would find a way to drip sarcasm on the proceedings of the Democratic National Convention.July 26, 2016
Medical
Penn researchers create placenta-on-a-chip to study preterm birth
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have created the world's first placenta-on-a-chip, a model of the interface between mother and fetus that will be used to identify causes and preventive measures for preterm birth.July 26, 2016
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Conventioneers whine on Twitter about DNC in Philadelphia
Heat, humidity, throngs of protesters and blustery thunderstorms can put just about anyone in a crabby mood, especially when it all interferes with work or a commute home. On the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, some visitors from out of town — and plenty who live here — vented their many frustrations about the city's layout and preparation for a four-day political summit.July 25, 2016
Politics
Kenney speaks out in defense of Black Lives Matter movement
With the 2016 Democratic National Convention officially underway in Philadelphia, Mayor Jim Kenney has embraced the national spotlight as his administration hosts its first major event. For months, speculation about the tone and safety of protests has dominated coverage of the city's preparation, even more so in the wake of recent violence over racial injustice and police brutality.July 25, 2016
Sixers
Sixers' Ben Simmons buys youngster a fresh pair of Nikes
In the month since the Sixers picked LSU's Ben Simmons first overall in the NBA Draft, the potential franchise cornerstone has already endeared himself to the city of Philadelphia. He's done the cheesesteak bit on late night TV. He's "run through the streets of Philadelphia" (i.e., been Photoshopped doing so) as an homage to "Creed." He's even dazzled threading the needle on the court, where it counts, in the NBA's Summer League.July 25, 2016
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WATCH: Paul Simon sound checks 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' at DNC
American folk and world music legend Paul Simon is one of many high-profile celebrities visiting Philadelphia for the Democratic National Convention to speak, work, perform, or just plain soak up the political process.July 25, 2016
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Wasserman Schultz won't gavel open convention
Outgoing Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman says she won't gavel her party's national convention to order on Monday afternoon.July 25, 2016
Weather
First day of DNC in Philly marked by severe weather
On a sweltering and humid Monday to kick off the 2016 Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, the clouds finally gathered late in the afternoon and burst with torrential rains.July 21, 2016
Crime
Man charged in armed robbery of popular Center City tavern
A man who allegedly robbed a popular Center City tavern at gunpoint in May faces multiple charges, federal prosecutors announced Thursday.July 21, 2016
Restaurants
Philadelphia restaurant named among best new spots in United States
Philadelphia's thriving restaurant scene just received another feather in its cap after Eater critic Bill Addison placed Queen Village's Kanella South on his 2016 list of the Best New Restaurants America.Just In
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- Standouts from the Phillies' first winning series – a sweep! – since Easter weekend
- Eagles way-too-early 53-man roster projection
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