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Michaela DePrince was adopted by an American couple and joined the Boston Ballet in 2021.
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Michaela DePrince was adopted by an American couple and joined the Boston Ballet in 2021.
Nine Philadelphia-area boys are back from the trip of a lifetime to the Ivory Coast in West Africa, thanks to local mentors.
Botswana's government says a 2,492-carat diamond pulled from the Karowe Mine is the biggest ever found in the country.
Mentors gave a group of teens from Philadelphia a taste of the flavors of the Ivory Coast as they prepare to embark on the trip of a lifetime to West Africa.
A group of teenage boys from Philadelphia are preparing to embark on a trip of a lifetime to West Africa, Their mentors gave them a taste of the flavors they'll be savoring on the Ivory Coast on Tuesday.
The Philly students will witness firsthand the journey of products, such as rubber, originating from African trees and culminating in American-made Michelin tires.
The students are mentees in Bamba's KB + Mo Bamba Education Abroad Program. Bamba's family hails from the Ivory Coast.
Several young men from our area are taking a trip of a lifetime. Two stars from our sports teams are helping them learn about their roots.
A North Wales boy is raising money through his Italian soda stand to visit his homeland of Ethiopia in September.
Nigerian chef Hilda Baci cooked more than 100 pots of food over the course of 4 days, each big enough to serve 30 to 35 people.
Yevgeny Prigozhin's Wagner army has been key to Putin's war on Ukraine. CBS News' has discovered how it's paid for by "profiteering" in Africa.
The students from a school in Liberia were celebrating the Birds.
Although still in its infancy, with under 60,000 imports a year, the robotics industry in Africa is developing rapidly.
A profile of five of the most extreme whitewater rafting locations in the world
A look at five of the world's largest protected areas
Rich discussed Gov. Scott Walker's visit to Philadelphia, the Republican debate and Cecil the Lion. He also spoke with Tom Rogan of the National Review about Jonathan Pollard and Matt Brouillette, President of the Commonwealth Foundation regarding the Townhall meeting and Presidential race.
Authorities say that 26 people have been indicted for taking part in an international carjacking and theft ring in New Jersey and New York that sent high-end cars to West Africa.
Cue the misogynistic jokes: A new study claims men really might be better than women with directions.
Thousands of doctors who know all about Ebola, an infectious disease, are meeting in Philadelphia. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie sits down with one doctor who just got back from Africa treating those sickened by the disease.
Throughout the years, epidemics and plagues have shaken up societies and cultures around the world.
The travel advisory issued Thursday applies to non-essential travel to Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone.
The recent outbreak of the Ebola virus in Africa has begun attracting attention in the U.S. for good reason.
Here's where to take part in the celebration of African American history, culture and heritage in the Philadelphia area.
Nouadhibou is an African sea town, whose shores serve as the final resting place for more than 300 ships. The rusted hulks that litter its coastal waters are considered an eyesore by many (go figure), but they've brought some unexpected benefits to the local community as well.
AAA Mid-Atlantic says the average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in New Jersey on Friday was $3.60, up 18 cents from last week.
Matvei Michkov scored a power-play goal in overtime as the Flyers overcame a two-goal deficit in the third period to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity.
A man is recovering after he was shot in the left foot while riding a SEPTA bus in North Philadelphia Friday night, according to police.
Ahmed Muhumed took first place in the Philadelphia half marathon after never running one before, the frequent 5K and 10K runner said.
Police in New Hampshire, where Dartmouth is located, announced that Alpha Phi was charged with one count of facilitating an underage alcohol house.
Saturday is a blustery fall day leading up to the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel week, where snow and rain chances are possible.
Police in New Hampshire, where Dartmouth is located, announced that Alpha Phi was charged with one count of facilitating an underage alcohol house.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Matvei Michkov scored a power-play goal in overtime as the Flyers overcame a two-goal deficit in the third period to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity.
A man is recovering after he was shot in the left foot while riding a SEPTA bus in North Philadelphia Friday night, according to police.
Ahmed Muhumed took first place in the Philadelphia half marathon after never running one before, the frequent 5K and 10K runner said.
Don Bell will be inducted into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame and Pat Ciarrocchi has been named the 2024 Person of the Year.
Philadelphia's largest municipal workers' union, AFSCME District Council 33, reached a one-year contract agreement with the city.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The Justice Department says it found a pattern of misconduct and civil rights violations by the Trenton Police Department.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Starting Dec. 1, hopping on a SEPTA bus, train, or trolley will likely cost you more. The Transit Authority approved a 7.5% rate increase on Thursday across much of its system.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Matvei Michkov scored a power-play goal in overtime as the Flyers overcame a two-goal deficit in the third period to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity.
The Philadelphia 76ers snapped a five-game losing streak with a 113-98 win over the Brooklyn Nets in an NBA Cup game.
Philadelphia 76ers say center Joel Embiid is managing swelling in his left knee and will miss a second consecutive game Sunday.
The Philadelphia Phillies did not tender Austin Hays a contract on Friday, making the outfielder a free agent.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Runners from all over the country and the world come to Philadelphia for marathon weekend. Eva Andersen reports from the finish line at Saturday's half marathon.
An officer was taken to a hospital by another officer after a crash at 7th and Luzerne streets in Philadelphia.
A strike with the largest city union was averted, SEPTA got an infusion of federal highway money from PennDOT and runners for the Philadelphia half marathon and marathon are all over Center City. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines.
Rain and potential snow could disrupt holiday travel. Here's what to know as our NEXT Weather team tracks 3 storms.
Police say a man who was shot in the head while trying to steal a car in Northeast Philadelphia Friday afternoon has died.