Culture

SS United States ship gets a date for its final voyage — to the ocean floor

The historic ocean liner SS United States, which has been docked in Philadelphia for decades, has been given a date to be sunk off the Florida Gulf Coast as an artificial reef. The ship will make its final journey to Okaloosa County, closing a long chapter for the vessel that became a Philadelphia landmark.

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Culture

Philadelphia marks Indigenous Peoples Day today

Philadelphia is observing Indigenous Peoples Day on Monday, October 12, with local events and recognition across the city. The morning roundup also highlights Frankford's vibrant church community and some uniquely spooky Halloween candy options popping up around town.

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Politics

Trump publicly urges Sen. John Fetterman to switch to the Republican Party

President Trump told reporters he would love to see Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman become a Republican, adding public pressure to ongoing speculation about Fetterman's political future. The comments came Saturday at Joint Base Andrews and are drawing attention ahead of the 2026 midterm cycle.

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