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.
November 5, 2019
Technology
Chester County teen wins $25,000 prize for vehicle blindspot technology
Alaina Gassler, a 14-year-old student at Avon Grove Charter School in West Grove, Pennsylvania, won the $25,000 top prize at the Broadcom MASTERS competition. Gassler's project was a prototype for a camera-based system to project images of a driver's blindspot on the interior pillar that blocks it.November 5, 2019
Eagles
Eagles' DeSean Jackson shares hospital photo after 'successful' surgery
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson successfully underwent surgery Tuesday morning to repair a core muscle injury. The Eagles are looking to bring in another wide receiver in his absence while he recovers.November 4, 2019
Eagles
Eagles' DeSean Jackson 'angry,' but says 'Trust the process' on core injury
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson took to Instagram after it was announced he would undergo surgery to repair an injured core muscle that has kept him off the field for most of the season.November 4, 2019
Food & Drink
Greek BYOB Dmitri's closes after 30 years in Queen Village
Queen Village BYOB Dmitri's has shut its doors for good after 30 years on South Third Street, while its second location in Northern Liberties could be receiving a complete makeover. The Greek restaurant was a popular place for its seafood and low-key ambiance. The phone number to the restaurant's location at 795 S. Third Street has been disconnected.November 4, 2019
Sixers
Allen Iverson reacts to Travis Scott's Halloween costume tribute, Embiid's trash talk
Philadelphia 76ers legend Allen Iverson said it was 'dope' to see rapper Travis Scott dress up as him for Halloween. Iverson also talked about the Sixers' hot start to the NBA season and Joel Embiid's aggressive style on the court.November 4, 2019
Weather
Philly region could see first snow of season this week
Philadelphia could get its first look at snow later this week as a front comes through and temperatures plummet, according to the National Weather Service.November 4, 2019
Addiction
Diabetes drug found to reduce symptoms of nicotine withdrawal
The diabetes drug pioglitazone may have a secondary role in helping smokers battle nicotine withdrawal symptoms as they try to kick the habit, according to new research.November 1, 2019
Investigations
New Jersey man, 72, found dead after going missing on hike in Utah
Norman Applegate Jr, 72, of Seaside Park, was found dead on Oct. 29 in Boulder, Utah. He went missing Sept. 26 after a day hike. Authorities said Applegate's death does not appear to be suspicious.November 1, 2019
Eagles
Eagles' Brandon Brooks, Lane Johnson say they puke at same time every game day
Philadelphia Eagles right guard Brandon Brooks has been bravely transparent about his struggles with an anxiety disorder that formerly caused him to miss games on Sunday.November 1, 2019
Adult Health
Philly health department reports annual decrease in HIV diagnoses
Philadelphia is making strides in the prevention of HIV consistent with national trends, recorded a 14% decline in new diagnoses between 2017 and 2018, according to the city's public health department.Just In
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