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A Philadelphia bakery is adding some extra cheer this holiday season to the art of gingerbread house construction, by offering up BYOB workshops for the 21+ crowd. (Dec. 19)
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THIS BYOB WORKSHOP AT BREDENBECK'S (BRED'-en-bex) BAKERY LETS PARTICIPANTS MIX A LITTLE WINE OR BEER INTO A NIGHT FILLED
SOUNDBITE Maria Georgiadis (jor-jee-AD'-iss):
"Because it was wine...
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US northeast pounded by heavy snow, record number of flight cancellations
The relentless snow and ice storms this winter have led to the highest number of flight cancellations in more than 25 years, according to analysis by The Associated Press.
"It's just been a horrible winter for flying. We're looking at...
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Reax to bin Laden death at former home of the twin towers
1. Man handing out New York Metro newspapers, saying "Free Metro here, read about Bin Laden being killed."
2. SOUNDBITE: (English) Drew Kroessler, 55-year-old from New Jersey:
"Its retribution, I think he had his chance. He made his mark...
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A high-ranking monsignor on trial in Philadelphia 'won't run' from the Catholic Church's sex abuse crisis, his lawyer said Monday when the landmark child endangerment trial opened.
HEADLINE: AP reporter: landmark Philly priest trial opens
CAPTION: A high-ranking monsignor on trial in Philadelphia 'won't run' from the Catholic Church's sex abuse crisis, his lawyer said Monday when the landmark child endangerment...
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USA: HEATWAVE ACROSS MANY PARTS OF THE US
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As the United States celebrated Independence Day, many people were wilting in the stifling heat which is gripping much of the country.
Temperatures in the 90s have been the norm as far north as Maine.
Hot, humid and...
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USA: REPUBLICAN CONVENTION & INTERNET COMPANIES
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Four years ago, a handful of internet companies attempted to cover the Republican National Convention in San Diego.
The Philadelphia 2000 convention has already been dubbed the first E-convention ... and new technology is...
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USA: ACTIVISTS WANT MUMIA ABU-JAMAL CASE REOPENED
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Civil rights activists from the U-S and abroad have again asked for a review of the case of convicted killer Mumia Abu-Jamal.
They were in Washington D-C on Wednesday to appeal directly to the Justice Department for a retrial...
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Marriage bureau officials in Philadelphia say they are sympathetic to same-sex couples, but can't grant them marriage licenses until the law changes in Pennsylvania. (Feb. 18)
Marriage bureau officials in Philadelphia say they are sympathetic to same-sex couples, but can't grant them marriage licenses until the law changes in Pennsylvania.
The comments Tuesday come as advocates pursue competing legal...
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A layer of light, powdery snow blankets Northeast as residents hurried to dig out before the frigid temperatures move in on Friday night. (Jan. 3)
The storm that paralyzed much of the northeast gave only a glancing swipe to Washington, DC, where less than two inches fell overnight.
In the morning, the storm had moved on up into New England and left Washington to dig out.
On the...
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USA: PHILADELPHIA REPUBLICAN CONVENTION
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Republican supporters will converge on Philadelphia this weekend for their party's political convention.
They will come to cheer on the campaign of the party's likely nominee for U-S president, George W. Bush.
But not far...
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Police said a Pennsylvania woman drained several bank accounts, took a co-worker's driver's license, faked a 911 call about being stuffed in a car trunk and then boarded a flight with her daughter to Disney World
Investigators try to unravel bizarre hoax case
Investigators are still trying to unravel an abduction hoax case. Police say Bonnie Sweeten faked a 911 call about being stuffed in a car trunk in Pennsylvania and then flew with...
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A prosecutor has confirmed that a body found in woods in suburban Philadelphia is that of an ex-Marine suspected of killing his ex-wife and five of her relatives. (Dec. 16)
A prosecutor has confirmed that a body found in woods in suburban Philadelphia is that of an ex-Marine suspected of killing his ex-wife and five of her relatives.
Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman posted on her...
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The Philadelphia studio that housed American Bandstand from 1952 to 1964 still looks much like it did in those days. Dick Clark took over as host in 1956, after the original host was fired.
HEADLINE: A look inside the historic ''Bandstand'' studio
CAPTION: The Philadelphia studio that housed American Bandstand from 1952 to 1964 still looks much like it did in those days. Dick Clark took over as host in 1956, after the...
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Britain's Prince Charles and Camilla visit Philadelphia
1. Close up, British flag, pull to wide shot of honour guard
2. Guard of honour
3. Close up, guard member, pull to wide, guard of honour and Independence Hall
4. Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, arriving outside...
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A Philadelphia area dealership said there has been demand for vehicles, including the McLaren MP4-12C that has a base price of $229,000. (
HEADLINE: Despite economy, luxury car sales up
CAPTION: Luxury car sales in the United States are accelerating. A Philadelphia area dealership said there has been demand for vehicles, including the McLaren MP4-12C that has a base price...
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A woman accused in an abduction hoax that began near Philadelphia and ended at Walt Disney World will be sent back to Pennsylvania to face charges.
HEADLINE: Woman in abduction hoax waives extradition
CAPTION: A woman accused in an abduction hoax that began near Philadelphia and ended at Walt Disney World will be sent back to Pennsylvania to face charges. (May 29)
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A wide swath of Pennsylvania woke up Thursday to white-out conditions and a forecast for much more to come as a weather system arrived with the potential to be the biggest storm of an already memorable winter season. (Feb. 13)
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A wide swath of Pennsylvania awoke Thursday to a fresh coating of snow and a forecast for much more to come over the course of the day, as a weather system arrived with the potential to be...
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Police on Monday surrounded a home outside Philadelphia where they believe a suspect had barricaded himself after shootings at multiple homes. (Dec. 15)
Police on Monday surrounded a home outside Philadelphia where they believe a suspect had barricaded himself after shootings at multiple homes.
The man was suspected of killing five people Monday morning at three different homes, police...
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AP's baseball reporters discuss the World Series as it shifts to Philadelphia.
HEADLINE: Game 3 in the World Series brings a change in rules
CAPTION: Associated Press baseball reporters John Klobucar, Ron Blum and Mike Fitzpatrick compare notes in preparation for the shift of the World Series from New York to...
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Alleged mistreatment of pregnant Chinese woman during deportation
1. Wide pan of Jacob Javits Federal Plaza to crowd
2. SOUNDBITE: (English) John Liu, New York City Council Member:
"What we are here today is to call attention to this travesty that has occurred and to demand a full investigation into...
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Voters are heading to the polls in Pennsylvania, where the Democratic primary contest could decide the nomination. Voters say they're enjoying their state's prominent role in the election process.
HEADLINE: Polls open for crucial Pennsylvania primary
CAPTION: Voters are heading to the polls in Pennsylvania, where the Democratic primary contest could decide the nomination. Voters say they're enjoying their state's prominent role in...
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USA: SOUTH KOREAN PRESIDENT KIM DAE JUNG VISIT
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South Korean President Kim Dae-jung says he'll continue economic and political contact with North Korea despite criticism from his political opponents in Seoul.
Kim made the comments on Sunday in Philadelphia,...
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Jon Bon Jovi's ribbon cutting ceremony for a low-income housing development
Jon Bon Jovi's hit tune "Who Says You Can't Go Home?" took on new meaning Tuesday (22 APRIL 2014) as the rock star cut the ribbon on a namesake housing development for low-income residents and the formerly homeless in Philadelphia.
The...
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Clashes in capital after Morsi declares state of emergency
1. Pan of riot police firing tear gas at protesters who run away
2. Zoom in to tear gas among protesters
3. Protesters throwing stones at riot police
4. Protesters looking up as police fire tear gas
5. Pan left from tear gas canister to...