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A 10-year old boy has just become the youngest person ever to receive a reward from Facebook after he uncovered a bug on its Instagram platform.
Some were not thrilled with the new idea.
A trip to the doctor's office revealed something other than the baby's sex for one Indiana mom.
With less than 100 days until the Democratic National Convention, the host committee has created a social media campaign to energize Philadelphians about the event coming to town.
Maybe Facebook should have tried harder to buy Snapchat. The disappearing messaging app just surpassed Instagram as the "most important social network" among teens, according to a new Piper Jaffray report.
Chris broadcasted live from the Liberty USO at the Philadelphia International Airport for Volunteer Appreciation Month, learned about live streaming on Facebook and discussed Speaker of the House Paul Ryan announcing he is not interested in being the Republican party's nominee for President. He talked with the CEO of Philadelphia International Airport, Chellie Cameron, at 7:50 about hosting the Liberty USO, Patrick Kerkstra from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00 about the Pennsylvania Senate passing medical marijuana legislation, and Joe Brooks from the Liberty USO at 8:20 about National Volunteer Month.
Chatbots, Live video, and VR technology were all on the agenda Tuesday at Facebook's annual developer conference.
"Have you seen this dog Sam?" "It was last seen flying across Lancashire," reads a missing dog poster showing a white cuddly toy puppy named Sam taking a selfie against a spectacular view of Earth.
Like it or not Facebook's live streaming is here to stay.
Brands active on Instagram are bracing for a possible dip in organic reach many experienced when Facebook changed its algorithm, fearing they will now have to pay to be seen on the service.
Despite having fewer followers across Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, a new study suggests Bernie Sanders has a more engaged audience of any presidential candidate.
Apple and the FBI are in a widely watched standoff, and a similar situation is unfolding in Brazil with WhatsApp.
Facebook seriously wants to live-stream NFL games.
Some small businesses no longer view Facebook as a free way to connect with customers. They're now paying the tech giant to help boost their bottom line.
The social network is rolling out interactive mobile ads called "Canvas".
Now you can do a whole lot more than "like" a Facebook post. "Love," "Haha," "Wow," "Sad," and "Angry" are five new Facebook buttons that people can click when responding to a post.
The video posted by April Storey, from California, shows a new nontraditional way of working out...using wine.
A guidance counselor who was fired from Central Bucks West High School after a Facebook post last year, is being reinstated.
Facebook is giving friendship collages to its 1.6 billion users in celebration of the social network's 12th birthday.
Three of New Jersey's five medical marijuana dispensaries have had their business pages shutdown by Facebook, cutting off what advocates call an integral place for customers to learn about which plant strains best treat their illness and where to find discounts.
Facebook, the world's largest social network, is cracking down on gun sales on its site and through its photo sharing service Instagram.
It won't be long before Facebook's 1.6 billion users have more ways to quickly express their feelings on the world's largest social network.
Chris discusses Bill O'Reilly's interview with Donald Trump and his decision to boycott tonight's Republican presidential debate. He talked with comedian Rory Albanese in advance of his appearance at Helium comedy club at 7:20 and to author and reporter Matt Katz about his new book on New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, American Governor at 8:20.
In a blog post, David Marcus, the head of Facebook's chat service Messenger predicts 2016 will mark the end of phone numbers. Jonah Berger, Wharton professor and author of "Contagious: Why Things Catch On" agrees.
The Facebook founder's response to a grandmothers comment has gone viral.
At least five more women have accused Andrew Gallo of drugging and raping them after meeting him on a dating website.
Philadelphia police sources say the woman who was found dead at the home on the 4100 block of Parrish Street was 51 years old.
Thorndale line train service is suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
Six high school students in Philadelphia were arrested for a series of unprovoked assaults in Center City last week.
A man was sentenced to 4-8 years for VUFA 6105 after he threatened an elderly man over a parking space in Philadelphia.
At least five more women have accused Andrew Gallo of drugging and raping them after meeting him on a dating website.
Part of Girard Avenue in Northern Liberties remains closed as crews work on cleaning up a water main break in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police sources say the woman who was found dead at the home on the 4100 block of Parrish Street was 51 years old.
Thorndale line train service is suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
Six high school students in Philadelphia were arrested for a series of unprovoked assaults in Center City last week.
At least five more women have accused Andrew Gallo of drugging and raping them after meeting him on a dating website.
Thorndale line train service is suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
Six high school students in Philadelphia were arrested for a series of unprovoked assaults in Center City last week.
A man was sentenced to 4-8 years for VUFA 6105 after he threatened an elderly man over a parking space in Philadelphia.
The Pennsylvania native and wife of former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is launching her new podcast "Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce" on Thursday, Dec. 5.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
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.
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.
Thorndale line train service is suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
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.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
Brandon Graham now only trails Trent Cole and Reggie White on Philadelphia's all-time sacks list.
James Harden had 23 points and eight assists, Ivica Zubac had 16 points and 12 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers coasted to a 125-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Eagles will look to extend their winning streak to seven games tonight against the Rams on Sunday Night Football at SoFi Stadium.
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.
Monday at Philadelphia International Airport is projected to be one of the slowest days of the holiday travel week, but that’ll change in just a few hours.
Police have an arrest warrant for a man believed to be armed at a home on Nottingham Road, near Northampton Road.
SEPTA service is suspended on the Paoli-Thorndale and Cynwyd lines because of downed wires near the tracks. Crews are making repairs.
Right now, the Philadelphia Police Department is characterizing the incident as a death investigation. It's unclear how the woman died — if it was an attack — or if her death was caused by something else.
Crews continued to work on cleaning up after a water main break created chaos in Philadelphia's Northern Liberties neighborhood Sunday.