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Shruthi Narayanan is a rising junior at Duke University studying public policy and computer science with a minor in journalism and media studies. She writes an opinion column for The Duke Chronicle, covering local news, politics, culture, and current events. Coming from Minnesota, Shruthi is excited to be in Philadelphia this summer and learn more about the city as a newsroom intern.

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Things to do: The Philadelphia Fringe Festival goes full circus this September

Fire shows, aerial acts, and comedy magic take center stage as Philadelphia's premier arts festival dedicates an entire hub to …

Philadelphia Jewish museum vandalized twice in two weeks, reverses decision to remove Israeli flag

The Weitzman Museum reversed its decision to temporarily remove a vandalized Israeli flag after facing criticism, as antisemitic incidents at …

Philadelphia attorney challenges SEPTA's service cuts with three-pronged legal strategy

Philadelphia attorney George Bochetto is mounting an unprecedented legal challenge against SEPTA's service cuts, arguing the transit agency is sitting …

Philly AIDS Thrift celebrates 20 years with $5 million milestone block party

Philadelphia's quirkiest thrift store is throwing an epic block party complete with fire-breathing clowns, celebrity dunk tanks, and pie-eating contests …

A summer story of hope: 16 baby tortoises bring joy to Philadelphia zoo

Philadelphia Zoo's nearly 100-year-old tortoise just became a mom for the second time this year, and her 16 babies are …

Philadelphia pawn shop empire collapses under $23 million stolen goods scheme

The owner of Philadelphia's self-proclaimed oldest pawn shop, known for hosting celebrity musicians like Alice Cooper and Kurt Vile, pleaded …

How Rapper Skrilla's arrest revealed character in crisis

YouTuber Jon McCann witnessed more than just an arrest during a music video shoot, he saw compassion in an unexpected …

Philadelphia School Board reviews student engagement in arts and activities

Philadelphia School Board officials discussed trends in student involvement in co-curricular activities and arts programs, revealing mixed results across grade …

Philadelphia schools face perfect storm as teachers poised to strike, transportation crisis looms

Philadelphia schools face a perfect storm as 14,000 teachers threaten to strike just days after SEPTA cuts 32 bus routes, …

PECO launches $10 million relief fund to help customers combat soaring summer electric bills

PECO launches $10 million relief fund offering $500 grants to help middle-income families with soaring summer electric bills.

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