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.
August 29, 2025
Arts & Culture
A 60-foot-tall sculpture in Northern Liberties now glows on the Delaware River waterfront
A new sculpture on the Delaware River waterfront in Northern Liberties — called River Soundings — lights up at night and pays homage to the history of nautical navigation. The 60-foot-tall artwork is at the Rivermark apartment complex.August 29, 2025
Weather
After Philly's hot start to the summer, it's been one of the coolest Augusts in years
This August in Philadelphia has been one of the coolest the city has had in years, with the mean temperatures at its lowest since 2017 with a few days to go. The cooler pattern follows above-normal temperatures in June and July.August 28, 2025
Business
The new freeze-dried John's Water Ice candy has a sweet backstory
John's Water Ice in South Philly recently teamed up with local business SugarCrunch to create a freeze-dried, candy version of the classic frozen treat. The tale of how it happened traces back three generations.August 28, 2025
Investigations
Cybercrime group possibly linked to swatting calls at Villanova, other universities
The cybercrime group Purgatory may be linked to last week's swatting incident at Villanova University and similar false reports of active shooters at other universities, according to the Global Project Against Hate and Extremism.August 27, 2025
Media
Mike Jerrick is getting his own late night show on FOX29
Mike Jerrick, the longtime co-host of FOX29's 'Good Day Philadelphia,' will host a new late night show starting Sept. 8. The half-hour show, called 'Mike,' will follow the traditional late night format.August 26, 2025
Investigations
Stop & Shop fined $75,000 for selling spoiled meat with wrong expiration dates in New Jersey
Grocery store chain Stop & Shop sold spoiled meat and poultry products at stores in Ocean County, New Jersey, according to consumer safety investigators. The company has agreed to pay a fine and correct product labeling issues.August 26, 2025
Courts
Pa. can't throw out mail-in ballots with incorrect dates on envelopes, federal court rules
A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that Pennsylvania can't toss out mail-in ballots that contain inaccurate dates on their return envelopes, which has led to thousands of disqualified votes in past elections.August 26, 2025
Movies
Trailer for Bradley Cooper's third film as director is released ahead of festival premiere
In 'Is This Thing On?' — Bradley Cooper's next film as a director — Will Arnett stars as a man who turns to stand-up comedy in New York's amateur scene to come to grips with his looming divorce.August 25, 2025
Adult Health
Looking to lose weight? The viral 'pink salt trick' doesn't work, dietitians say
The 'pink salt trick' of mixing water with Himalayan pink salt and lemon juice is the latest weight-loss fad gaining traction on social media. But dietitians say it isn't rooted in science.August 25, 2025
Recreation
Netflix House to open at King of Prussia Mall on Nov. 12
Netflix will open its new Netflix House entertainment venue at the King of Prussia Mall on Nov. 12. The fan hub will have mini golf, virtual reality games, a restaurant and themed installations based on Netflix shows and movies.Just In
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