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Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Major Ken Roberts speaks to his Junior ROTC class at Philadelphia Military Academy, Tuesday Oct. 1, 2015, in North Philadelphia. (For the Inquirer and Daily News/ Joseph Kaczmarek) <br /><br />

Rating schools on more than test scores

The Sawan brothers (from left): Michael, Dia, Tony, Ghassan, and George.

5 Philly brothers, 4 restaurants and 0 drama

Taylor Swift and Calvin Harris. (Photos via Getty Images)

Report: Swift, Harris split after ‘happy ending’

Flyer goalie Michal Neuvirth watches the puck during the second period.

Flyers down Panthers for first win of season

Ruben Amaro Jr.

Ex-Phillies GM Amaro eyeing job as manager?

Democrat Jim Kenney (left) and his Republican opponent Melissa Murray Bailey (right) face off in front of a WHYY studio audience during the 2nd Philadelphia mayoral debate.

Few fireworks at 2nd mayoral debate

Substitute company falls short again
Cops: Pa. football player stabs teammate
Teen shot in the head in North Philly
Philly orchestra OKs unusual contract
Slot machines coming to Pa. airports?
Arrest in transgender woman's slaying

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Chase Utley of the Los Angeles Dodgers looks on during batting practice prior to game three of the National League Division Series against the New York Mets at Citi Field on October 12, 2015 in New York City.

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Citi Field reception for Chase Utley was not warm

Think Tank

Norcross riverfront project won't cure Camden

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On Colbert's pope jokes, Brady 'could care less'

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Owner/chef Cristina Martinez and her co-owner husband Ben Miller inside their South Philadelphia Mexican restaurant Barbacoa on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2015. (MICHAEL BUCHER/For the Inquirer)

South Philly chef serving more than tacos

Michael Johnson wears a firearm as he waits outside of Roseburg Municipal Airport for President Barack Obama´s arrival in Roseburg, Ore., Friday, Oct. 9, 2015. (AP Photo/Ryan Kang)

Editorial: It's too easy to get guns

High court: Justices 'disturbed' by reports of Eakin emails
Lucy The Elephant passes on PETA $$$
Trump faces tough questions at bipartisan NH event

Health & Science

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Brown eggs sit in a carton. They can be a source of salmonella.

Salmonella outbreaks: What do I need to know?

How to create healthier indoor spaces
Summer babies make the healthiest adults?
Hip and groin injuries in the athlete

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Cops: Wiz Khalifa cited for public urination in Pittsburgh

'Alice in Wonderland': A Philly original?

'Alice in Wonderland': A Philly original?
Actor Randy Quaid in custody
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The Twisted Tail´s Western Halloween takes place on Saturday, Oct. 31 (Photo by J. Allen)

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U.S. Rep. Bob Brady takes a sip from the holy glass. (courtesy of Rep. Bob Brady)

On Colbert's pope jokes, Brady 'could care less'

Report: Swift, Harris split after ‘happy ending’
Watch: ‘Broad City’ is sick of celebrating Columbus Day
Amber Rose cancels upcoming reality show
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Jose Garces looks at the cell phone of his assistant, Brooke Everett, during a new-menu tasting meeting at Garces Trading Company in Philadelphia on Tuesday, September 30, 2015. ( STEPHANIE AARONSON / Philly.com )

A menu is born: Inside a Garces taste-test

La Colombe: More than just coffee
Tavern offers updated comforts in Queen Village
A La Mousse: Luxe desserts in Chinatown
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Next mayor to influence whether the area will be an 'energy hub'

The companies behind Budweiser and Miller beers may merge.

How Bud-Miller deal would enrich Big Tobacco

6 held in Air France union brawl that left execs shirtless
Panama condo owners to Trump: You're fired!
Dell buying storage-device firm for $67B

Eagles Phillies Sixers Flyers Union College Forum

Box score: Flyers 1, Panthers 0

Ryan Mathews runs with the football against the New Orleans Saints.

Eagles finally off and running

Bradford slowly progressing
Wood, Holmes stand out in loss
Murray still underperforming
Eagles' win over Saints by the numbers

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Control disguised as support

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Dad upset that new mom bad-mouths him to their baby

Solomon Jones reflects on the Eve of his daughter's adulthood
Kiddin' Around at 'Down the Rabbit Hole'
Dr. Timaree: How to keep 'phubbing’ from ruining your love life

Democrat Jim Kenney (left) and his Republican opponent Melissa Murray Bailey (right) face off in front of a WHYY studio audience during the 2nd Philadelphia mayoral debate.

Few fireworks at 2nd mayoral debate

Hillary Clinton slams Trump in front of his casino
State Republicans want to gamble with casino revenue
Gun advocates challenge zoos' bans on possession around US
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Rendering of the proposed Liberty Property Trust mixed-use development on the Camden waterfront.

Norcross riverfront project won't cure Camden

In college and life, greater diversity makes us better
Proactive policing ensures that black lives matter
Would-be killers target gun-free zones
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Michael Johnson wears a firearm as he waits outside of Roseburg Municipal Airport for President Barack Obama´s arrival in Roseburg, Ore., Friday, Oct. 9, 2015. (AP Photo/Ryan Kang)

Editorial: It's too easy to get guns

D.A. keeping secrets
GOP leaders, blame yourselves
Blame Second Mile, not Penn State, for Sandusky's sins
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Weaving among icebergs on the approach to Ilulissat, pop. 4,453, Greenland´s third largest village. (Steve Haggerty Photography/Colorworld/TNS)

Chancy dance with icebergs on High Arctic cruise

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Flying museum visits Coatesville

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A customer holds a nozzle to fill up his tank in a gasoline station. (REUTERS / Eric Gaillard)

How about nitrogen in gasoline?

Does the HR-V offer enough to win over customers?
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For sale: Fabulous outdoor fireplaces for Fall nights

Model homes revamped at 2 Liberty Place
Talk continues on GFCIs in garages
Predicted housing shortage coming true?
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