U.S. Mint Presses Final Penny After More Than 200 Years

A long decline into irrelevance ended on Wednesday in Philadelphia.

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Halt in Fees on Chinese Vessels Endangers U.S. Shipbuilding Efforts

The two countries agreed to suspend the fees for a year as part of their recent trade pact, but America still aims to build more commercial ships.

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Pierre Robert, Philadelphia’s ‘Citizen’ D.J., Dies at 70

He became a stalwart of Philadelphia’s rock airwaves after moving from California, broadcasting a live show for more than 40 years.

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Arthur Waskow, 92, Influential Rabbi and Activist for Social Justice, Dies

Through more than two dozen books and two organizations he helped start, he had a profound impact on the intellectual and political life of Jewish congregations in the United States.

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Biden Completes a Course of Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer

Former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. began radiation therapy last month for an aggressive form of prostate cancer. It is unclear if his treatment has ended.

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Appeals Court Weighs Whether Alina Habba Is a Lawful U.S. Attorney

President Trump installed his former personal lawyer as the top federal prosecutor in New Jersey. A legal challenge could clarify the limits of his power to keep U.S. attorneys in office without Senate involvement.

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Not All National Parks Remain Open in the Shutdown. Here’s What to Know.

Some underground attractions are closed, and many outdoor sites have reduced their services.

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The $400 Million Restaurant Man

Stephen Starr has become one of America’s most successful restaurateurs, making and replicating dining magic at places like Pastis and Osteria Mozza.

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Newark Airport Crisis Has Eased but Tech and Staffing Issues Persist

United Airlines said it had a very good summer at Newark airport. But air traffic control equipment issues and staffing shortages remained unresolved.

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Jim Murray, Football Executive and Charity Founder, Dies at 87

Before helping lead the Philadelphia Eagles to the Super Bowl in 1981, he helped found the first Ronald McDonald House to help the families of seriously ill children.

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