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 12, 2016
Protests
Pennsylvania woman's arrest photo becomes symbol for Black Lives Matter protesters
This revealing moment photographed before a woman's arrest last weekend at a Baton Rouge protest has become a powerful symbol for the movement against police brutality and racial profiling in the United States.July 12, 2016
Environment
Phytoplankton bloom brings turquoise waters to Jersey Shore
Residents and visitors along the beaches of the Jersey Shore have been pleasantly surprised by a tropical tinge that spread across the coastal Atlantic Ocean in recent weeks. The cause, marine scientists say, is a sudden bloom of phytoplankton brought in by a drought-like reduction in river flows throughout the region.July 11, 2016
Games
#PokémonGo goes swimmingly in Philly, so far
As soon as Nintendo let loose the virtual creatures of PokémonGo, the real world became a new and much more magical place. The free mobile geocaching game has uniquely and simultaneously swept both the internet and the streets by storm, encouraging people to get some light exercise while living out the fantasy of its spiritual predecessor, N64's "Pokémon Snap."July 11, 2016
Eagles
Confessions of a former Swoop: Ryan Hughes reflects on Eagles career
The life of a professional mascot is far more interesting than most of us would ever have imagined. It may be pure fiction that the Eagles' Swoop of "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective" went to blows with Flipper the Dolphin in the mid-nineties, but there's a lot to be said in real life for repping one of the most rabid fan bases in the United States.July 11, 2016
Business
Thomson Reuters to sell Philly IP & Science division for $3.55 billion
Multinational mass media and information firm Thomson Reuters announced Monday that it will sell its Philadelphia-based intellectual property and science division, as several other global assets, to a pair of private equity firms for $3.55 billion.July 11, 2016
Videos
WATCH: New Hope firefighters rescue tangled fox from soccer net
Unfortunately, wild animals are sometimes the victims of civilization's encroachment on their natural habitats. To the best of our ability, we try to help them out of trouble, hunt responsibly and peacefully coexist with them in our communities.July 10, 2016
Pregnancy
Study: Exercise beneficial for mom and baby during pregnancy
A new study led by researchers at Thomas Jefferson University confirms that vigorous exercise, contrary to prior belief, can be particularly beneficial to pregnant women and their babies.July 10, 2016
Restaurants
Johnny Brenda's chef planning BYOB in Fishtown
As restaurant and venue combos in Philadelphia go, many would agree that Johnny Brenda's in Fishtown remains the longstanding best of the best. There's an eclectic mix of artists, a warm and inviting atmosphere and a great selection of salads and classic American fare.July 10, 2016
Odd News
New Jersey pizzeria blitzed by children calling about horror video game
Usually, pizza places are thrilled when the phone won't stop ringing. It means business is brisk and booming in a notoriously competitive industry.July 10, 2016
Celebrities
Kevin Hart: 'Don't let the media start a race war'
In the midst of nationwide protests over last week's police killings of minorities and the targeted sniper attack in Dallas, Philadelphia-born actor and comedian Kevin Hart took to social media this weekend to warn against the dangers of a media-fueled "race war."Just In
- Philadelphia Eagles 2027 draft picks
- A 50,000 gallon Dixie Cup removed from roof of shuttered Lehigh Valley factory
- Spirit Airlines, one of three carriers at Atlantic City's airport, is preparing to shut down
- Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna drop new song they debuted at Coachella
- In Crust We Trust joins Fishtown's growing pizza scene at former Vince's storefront
- Flyers-Hurricanes starts Saturday night in Carolina for Game 1
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