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 20, 2023
Development
Comcast Spectacor CEO takes aim at Sixers claims about scheduling disadvantage at Wells Fargo Center
As the 76ers try to build momentum for their proposed arena in Center City, one consistent talking point about the team's motivation to leave the Wells Fargo Center has been a desire to schedule the NBA calendar without the constraints of sharing with the Flyers.July 20, 2023
Development
Consultants chosen for impact studies on 76ers arena plan in Center City
The 76ers are paying for the city's impact studies on the team's proposed Center City arena. Consultants for two of the three studies have been selected by the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corp. But some of the team's critics in Chinatown, who oppose the project, say the city should foot the bill to ensure the studies are independent.July 20, 2023
Health News
Dahlia flower holds powerful extract that helps treat and prevent diabetes
Researchers in New Zealand have shown that the petals of dahlia flowers contain molecules that reduce brain inflammation, which helps manage high blood sugar. The researchers at the University of Otago developed an extract containing the flavonoid butein and two other molecules that can help people with diabetes and prediabetes manage their blood sugar levels. More than 37 million people in the U.S. live with diabetes and another 96 million Americans have prediabetes, meaning their blood sugar levels are higher than normal and they have to make lifestyle changes to prevent the onset of more serious disease.July 19, 2023
Recreation
Atco Dragway abruptly closes after 63 years in Camden County
The Atco Dragway, a home for auto enthusiasts in the region since 1960, has permanently closed, the owners said Tuesday on Facebook. The future of the quarter-mile track had been in question for several years after plans emerged for its possible sale.July 19, 2023
Wildlife
Delaware County girl, 12, recovering from shark bite at Florida beach
Magnolia Woodhead, a 12-year-old girl from Springfield, Delaware County, survived a shark bite during a family trip to Florida in the last week of June. Woodhead was swimming at Cocoa Beach when the shark bit her thigh. She needed 50 stitches. The attack is one of several that have been reported at Central Florida beaches in recent weeks.July 19, 2023
Development
15-story apartment apartment building proposed behind AMC movie theater near Temple University
Tower Investments CEO Bart Blatstein has proposed a 15-story apartment building with 242 units at 1600 N. Broad St., which is currently a parking lot behind the AMC movie theater near Temple University. The retail strip and the nearby Edge apartment building are owned by Blatstein. The parking lot where the new project is proposed is owned by the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority.July 18, 2023
Media
In FOX News primetime debut, Jesse Watters' mom urges him to avoid 'conspiracy rabbit holes'
FOX News debuted its new primetime show hosted by Philly-native Jesse Watters on Monday night. The conservative pundit finished the episode by taking a call from his mother, Anne Purvis, who urged her son not to drive ratings by peddling conspiracy theories.July 18, 2023
Podcasts
'The Always Sunny Podcast' put on hold amid actors, writers strikes
"The Always Sunny Podcast" will be on hold amid the ongoing actors and writers strikes, the show's hosts said on Instagram. The SAG-AFTRA strike prohibits actors from going on podcasts to promote their shows. The strike could potentially interfere with live tapings of the podcast scheduled in Philadelphia on Sept. 23 and New York City on Oct. 12. Rob McElhenney, who recently announced he had been diagnosed with neurodevelopment disorders at 46 years old, had planned to discuss those findings on the podcast later this month.July 17, 2023
Development
Restoration work begins at Cobbs Creek Golf Club in West Philly
The revitalization of the Cobbs Creek Golf Course in West Philly began Monday. The plans include reopening of the historic 18-hole championship course and building a year-round education center and short course operated by Tiger Woods' TGR Foundation. The 107-year-old course along Lansdowne Avenue, divided by Cobbs Creek, has been shut down since 2020. The Cobbs Creek Foundation, the nonprofit leading the renovations, plans to invest at least $100 million into the 340-acre property over the next few years.July 17, 2023
Social Media
Why did a camel show up in Northern Liberties and eat a baguette?
A camel seen on North 2nd Street in Northern Liberties was connected to photoshoot by Petit Clair, a children's clothing brand. Videos shared on social media showed the camel eating a baguette in the area of 2nd Street and Fairmount Avenue. Many wondered what the camel was doing in the city.Just In
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