Front Breaking
New islet transplant method will allow Type 1 Diabetes patients to achieve "insulin independence"
The researchers, co-led by Michael Rickels, the Willard and Rhoda Ware Professor in Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases in the Perelman School of Medicine, found that many patients didn’t need insulin to maintain their blood sugar for up to eight years.
Former Penn professor and Penn Museum curator David Bourke O’Connor has died at 84
O’Connor served as a professor of ancient Egyptian history and archeology and as a curator of the Penn Museum's Egyptian collection, according to the Penn Almanac.
Penn theatre groups produce play featuring abortion scene amid reproductive health care debate
The play was written by Ruby Rae Spiegel and centers around two high schoolers in Florida attempting to find a way to terminate an unwanted pregnancy, foiled by regulations and a hostile environment and attitudes toward abortion.
Yomi Abdi | Quit ‘quiet quitting’
Columnist Yomi Abdi argues why Penn students should ditch the trend of quiet quitting.
Vinay Khosla | The time to unionize is now
Columnist Vinay Khosla argues that RAs and GRAs would benefit in a multitude of ways from unionizing, especially in the context of a growing student workers’ union movement in higher education.
Biden and Obama to campaign for Pennsylvania Democrats in Philadelphia this weekend
Biden and Obama will speak at a campaign event for Senate nominee Lt. Gov. John Fetterman and gubernatorial candidate Attorney General Josh Shapiro.
Eyes on March: Coach Mike McLaughlin ‘excited to see the team succeed’
With six rookies, two sisters, and a fifth-spot ranking ahead of the season, coach Mike McLaughlin looks forward to seeing growth within the team prove on the court.
Emails, tryouts, and time management: Walking on to a Penn sports team
Joining a Penn sports team after the acceptance letter is a process varying by sport, with some paths drawing a clearer process than others.
The legacies of leadership and unspoken synergies of Penn football linebackers
"Alignment, stance, keys, responsibility" are all basic fundamentals for linebackers, who also cultivate a fundamental culture of support and growth together.
What's at stake for Pennsylvanians in November's midterm elections
With contentious races for governor and Senate in Pennsylvania, The DP spoke with Penn community members about how the upcoming Nov. 8 elections’ results will have direct consequences on Americans’ everyday lives, including Penn students.
Ivy League men's basketball power rankings: Preseason
Ranked first in the Ivy League preseason poll, Penn is closely trailed by rivals vying for every chance to snatch the top seat.
Student-run Fiber Arts Circle provides resources and a space for Penn's knitters and crocheters
The Fiber Arts Circle, according to its leaders, aims to serve as a safe space where students can take a break from Penn's competitive culture.
Elon Musk acquires Twitter for $44 billion six months after initial announcement
Musk first offered to buy the social media company in late April, after becoming the largest shareholder in the company earlier that month.
The smallest freshman class in the Ivy League: Cam Thrower and Chris Ubochi of men's basketball
With only each other to rely on in their class, but so much to prove, the two freshmen face a unique first season in collegiate level basketball.
Phoebe White of cross country: Running part of a pack to lead within the team
Although the aim of her sport is to lead amongst the rest, junior Phoebe White values being part of a pack for support and motivation.
'We want to get back to the NCAA Tournament': Coach Steve Donahue talks upcoming season
One challenge of this season will be an increased number of games for Penn men's basketball, so consistency will be key to the team currently ranked first in the Ivy League preseason poll.
For family and lifelong friendships: Women's soccer celebrates Senior Day sendoffs
Parents and siblings of the players watched as the departing seniors joined their found family in Penn women's soccer for the final time at home.
Boardroom diversity report shows only one female CEO on Philadelphia’s 100 top public companies
The percentage of female top earners across Philadelphia's top 100 public companies now stands at 15%, female executives at 19%, and female directors at 25%.
American Heart Association names Penn professor as 2022 Distinguished Scientist
Volpp, a cardiac arrest survivor, won the award for his research into how cardiovascular outcomes can be impacted by certain health policies.