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 22, 2015
Investigation
One man killed, one critically injured in North Philadelphia shootings
Philadelphia police are investigating after one man was killed and a second man was critically injured in a shooting early Sunday morning in North Philadelphia.November 22, 2015
Health News
Is scurvy, an 18th century seafarers' disease, making a comeback?
In the United States, the prevalence of nutrient deficiencies is pretty stark: nine out of 10 Americans fell short of key nutrients in their diet in a 2011 study for the National Milk Mustache Campaign.November 22, 2015
Paris Attacks
Eagles of Death Metal speak on Paris attacks in Vice interview
For the first time since the deadly Paris terrorist attacks on November 13, members of the American band Eagles of Death Metal, who were performing at the Bataclan concert hall where 89 people were killed, will speak out about the harrowing experience in an upcoming Vice interview.November 21, 2015
Pie
At Walmart, Patti LaBelle's Sweet Potato Pie sold a unit per second for 72 hours
Philadelphia music legend Patti LaBelle's kitchen savvy has hit major paydirt for Walmart in recent months after the company's senior buyer for cakes reached out for a little secret advice and marketing magic.November 21, 2015
Investigation
Pregnant woman fatally stabbed in NYC, baby survives suspected snatching
Police in New York City have taken a suspect into custody after a 22-year-old pregnant woman – possibly targeted in a baby-snatching – was fatally stabbed in the Bronx Friday afternoon.November 21, 2015
Wildlife
Pennsylvania launches 'Mammal Atlas' project to track state wildlife
The state of Pennsylvania is home to a diverse range of wildlife that fortunately has plenty of habitats to accommodate the needs of different species.November 21, 2015
Missing Teen
Missing Cheltenham teen found dead after police search
The search for missing Cheltenham teenager Jacob Marberger concluded Saturday as Pennsylvania State Police confirmed the Washington College student – wanted for weapons offenses and feared to have been armed – was found dead in Berks County.November 21, 2015
Miracles
Philadelphia baby's tumor shrinks after kiss from Pope Francis
A kiss from Pope Francis during his September visit to Philadelphia appears to be working its magic on a 1-year-old baby suffering from a rare, inoperable brain tumor.November 21, 2015
Bands
Philly band Summer Fiction shoots music videos at Divine Lorraine
Back in September, Philadelphia city officials broke ground on the long-awaited $44 million Divine Lorraine restoration, a project that will bring more than 100 residential units, retail and ground level restaurant to the historic Victorian building on North Broad Street.November 21, 2015
Videos
'Uncover Philly': Fall in Philadelphia
For the latest installment of his "Uncover Philly" series, videographer Cory Popp set out to capture the fleeting beauty of autumn in Philadelphia, a companion piece to his cheerful Spring montage earlier this year.Just In
- 55 students in a single classroom: What a surge in freshman enrollment means for Philly's Girls High
- Pa. lawmakers are considering limits on Flock cameras. But how many are already in Philly?
- Fiber is both diet fad and fixture for good health
- Why the Academy of Natural Sciences named a fish after Ernest Hemingway
- Eagles-Bears Week 3 injury report, with analysis
- Bill Giles, former Phillies owner and CEO, dies at 92
- Dumpling Fest Philadelphia returns Oct. 28 with a self-guided restaurant crawl
- Ride a train to a pumpkin patch and explore a South Jersey grove this October
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