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What does it mean to live a good life? What is true happiness? What are the habits and practices that lead to human flourishing? No Small Endeavor examines these questions with host Lee C. Camp.
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No Small Endeavor

What does it mean to live a good life? What is true happiness? What are the habits and practices that lead to human flourishing? No Small Endeavor examines these questions with host Lee C. Camp.

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Jenny Matta and her family are seen at the Trophies are seen at the Dave Reynolds Memorial Biathlon in Rehoboth, Delaware
Community

Rehoboth Beach biathlon honors lifeguard Dave Reynolds’ legacy

The Dave Reynolds Memorial Biathlon brings lifeguards, families and community members together in a holiday weekend tradition.

3 hours ago

Miranda Mote stands by her square yard of flax
Science

Pa. residents revive colonial-era practice by growing a ‘square yard’ of flax

The PA Flax Project promotes the revitalization of the industry as a climate-friendly crop that could be used to make the sustainable plant-based fiber linen.

13 hours ago

A pedestrian crossing sign by the side of Roosevelt Boulevard.
Community

Pedestrian, cyclist deaths make up larger share of Philadelphia’s traffic fatalities

As Philadelphia’s crash deaths move closer to pre-pandemic levels, pedestrians and cyclists are making up a growing share of fatalities on city streets.

14 hours ago

Albert DerMovsesian of Willow Grove tapes up copies of the missing panels
Politics & Policy

Activists look to keep the story of Washington’s slaves alive as thousands visit Independence Park for July 4 festivities

The exhibit remains half-restored as local leaders consider their next moves after a federal appeals court ruled in favor of the Trump administration.

21 hours ago

People leaving the Parkway.
Community

After days of oppressive heat, thunderstorms cut Philly’s July 4th concert short

After storms forced attendees to evacuate, the concert resumed around midnight with a shortened performance by The Roots, followed by fireworks.

22 hours ago

Paraguay fans cheer on their team during the game.
Community

Paraguay and France fans come together for Philly’s final World Cup game

Excited and anxious, Paraguayan-Americans held out hope for another underdog win.

22 hours ago

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates his team's victory at the end of the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Paraguay and France in Philadelphia, Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Arts & Entertainment

France shines in Philly’s World Cup finale for another sell out crowd

Philly’s role as World Cup host has come to an end with a dominant performance by France on a scorching Fourth of July afternoon.

23 hours ago

Bruno in stroller at dog show
Community

Patriotic Pet Parade at Betsy Ross House in Old City celebrates America’s 250th birthday

The competition boasted 22 pets donning a range of red, white and blue attire.

1 day ago

Reenactors read the Declaration of Independence at Valley Forge National Historical Park
Community

Valley Forge National Historical Park, born on the Fourth of July, celebrates America250

The pivotal Revolutionary War site in the Philly suburbs hosted hundreds of people for live readings of the Declaration of Independence, a cannon fire demonstration and more.

1 day ago

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker introduces actor and playwright Colman Domingo
Community

Mayor Cherelle Parker honors actor Colman Domingo and other Philadelphians with inaugural Celebration of Freedom awards

The honorees included former rapper Gillie Da King, former U.S. ambassador David L. Cohen and Comcast Spectacor CEO Daniel J. Hilferty.

1 day ago

A family poses for a picture in from of a water station at the FIFA Fan Fest in Philadelphia
Community

‘I’m melting’: Soccer fans brave the heat at FIFA Fan Fest on July 4

FIFA put up shade tents, water bottle filling stations and water misters to help fans stay cool at Lemon Hill.

1 day ago

Birds on a wire highlight Wilmington's unconventional mural for America's 250th birthday. (Cris Barrish/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

‘Common threads we share’: Wilmington mural for America’s 250th features birds on a wire and subtle tribute to Bob Marley

Muralist Christian Kanienberg says he’s “more interested in creating pieces of art that just happen to be murals that are conversation starters.”

1 day ago

Striking PECO workers picket outside the company headquarters
Money

PECO workers strike on July Fourth for the first time in the utility’s history

The strike centers mainly on wages and benefits. PECO says it has “comprehensive plans” to maintain service during the strike.

1 day ago

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Tens of thousands of people packed Wawa Welcome America's Pops on Independence concert
Arts & Entertainment

Philly POPS performs at Independence Park with Idina Menzel, even as heat wave forces cancellation of other July 4 events

The city’s free July Fourth concert on the Parkway is still on. Organizers say Saturday's star-studded show will happen rain or shine.

2 days ago

At the National Constitution Center, an 1833 copy of the Declaration of Independence
Politics & Policy

Semiquin- what? Why Independence Day is celebrated on July 4

The Continental Congress voted for independence two days earlier, but the Declaration transformed July 4 into a lasting national symbol.

2 days ago

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