
Arts & Entertainment
Will Smith resigns from film academy over Chris Rock slap
Smith’s resignation came two days after the academy met to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Smith for violations against the group’s standards of conduct.
3 years ago
USMNT to play England, Iran and possibly Ukraine at World Cup
The 15th-ranked Americans were drawn to start against the European playoff winner on Nov. 21, the tournament’s opening day in Qatar, then meet No. 5 England on Nov. 25.
3 years ago
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Philly Theater Week, Prince Tribute in Delaware among weekend highlights in the Delaware Valley.
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Listen 5:14Academy: Will Smith refused to leave Oscars after Rock slap
Many have questioned why Smith was allowed to remain seated front row at the Academy Awards after the incident.
3 years ago
A cup and a chair will tell a profound story at the Philly Jewish museum
A cup and a chair began and ended a hostage standoff at a Texas synagogue. The items will help the Jewish museum in Philly tell a story of kindness and struggle.
3 years ago
‘Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff’: How to Declutter for Good
In Matt Paxton's latest book, America’s top cleaning expert and star of the hit PBS series 'Legacy List' distills his fail-proof approach to decluttering and downsizing.
Air Date: March 30, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:00Young USWNT squad called up for Uzbekistan friendlies in Ohio and Chester
Coach Vlatko Andonovski left veterans including Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, Christen Press and Tobin Heath off the squad as he continues to evaluate players.
3 years ago
From the vaults to the walls at PAFA, women artists are front and center
The exhibition sheds light on the sacrifices and achievements by women artists throughout history to the present day.
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Listen 5:50‘My Broken Language’ with Quiara Alegria Hudes
The Free Library of Philadelphia selected Quiara Alegría Hudes' 'My Broken Language' for the One Book, One Philadelphia of 2022. We revisit our interview with Hudes today.
Air Date: March 29, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:00The Museum of the American Revolution is making sure the stories of women’s roles in the American Revolution are told loud and proud.
3 years ago
Will Smith and Chris Rock should have both known better
The sight of West Philly’s own Will Smith slapping another Black man on the international stage has deeper implications than a joke about hair.
3 years ago
Philly’s Will Smith, Questlove take home trophies at the Oscars
Will Smith did indeed win his first Oscar for King Richard, in which he played the father of Venus and Serena Williams.
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Will Smith slaps Chris Rock following Oscars joke about Jada Pinkett Smith
Before presenting the Oscar for the category, comedian Chris Rock joked that Jada Pinkett Smith might be in the running for "G.I. Jane 2."
3 years ago
Oscars set for return to normal, except all the changes
The telecast for the 94th Academy Awards will begin, as usual, at 8 p.m. EDT on ABC. But little else about how this year’s Oscars get underway is traditional.
3 years ago
Questlove, Will Smith, and more: All the Philly region nominees to watch at the 2022 Academy Awards
This year’s Oscar noms showcase a ton of local talent.
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