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Philadelphia InquirerWednesday, 7 October 2026
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Philadelphia’s population of children is dropping
The demographic trend has the potential to become a big workforce and financial problem if it does not turn around.
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What, exactly, did Trump say about Los Angeles?
The White House insists a shocking remark during a rally speech was taken out of context. Here are his words.
Shawn McCreesh
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French riot police fire tear gas as more than 250,000 join protests
Students and their supporters take to the streets across France to demand more government funding for education.
Nicolas Garriga and Oleg Cetinic
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Garrity hopes ‘the cavalry will be coming’ in Pa. governor’s race
The state treasurer is challenging Gov. Josh Shapiro in a midterm year when Republicans already face strong national headwinds.
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