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Harden celebrates on the court.
Philadelphia
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Harden scores 23 as 76ers cruise past Nets 121-101 in Game 1

The Sixers are trying to win their first NBA championship since 1983 and advance past the second round for the first time since 2001.

2 months ago

The Phillie Phanatic rides on a cart on field with the hot dog cannon in hand.
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Billy Penn

A history of Phillies fans throwing hot dogs, a longstanding tradition

Philly’s got decades of experience with the meat-based, tube-shaped messages of disgruntlement.

2 months ago

A group of people wait outside the Electronic Eats gaming and food truck.
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Electronic Eats, Philly’s first gaming food truck, aims to become a platform for the community

In addition to hosting several arcades’ worth of titles, the truck's menu is designed in the spirit of gaming.

2 months ago

A close-up of a painted paper maché fantastical creature.
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Billy Penn

A new era begins for Eyes Gallery as it reopens on South Street

The Philadelphia gem, more than a half-century old, inaugurates its new location this weekend.

2 months ago

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid poses for a photograph during media day at the NBA basketball team's practice facility, Monday, Sept. 26, 2022, in Camden, N.J. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
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Kate Scott talks Sixers playoffs, Embiid for MVP ahead of Nets matchup

The Sixers begin their postseason Saturday, hosting the Brooklyn Nets in Round 1 of the playoffs.

2 months ago

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Indigenous artist Nathan Young is a member of the Delaware tribe of Indians. He returned to his ancestral homeland to create an immersive sound installation on the grounds of Pennsbury Manor, colonial estate of William PennIndigenous artist Nathan Young is a member of the Delaware tribe of Indians. He returned to his ancestral homeland to create an immersive sound installation on the grounds of Pennsybury Manor, colonial estate of William Penn
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Pennsbury Manor whispers the noisy history of the Lenape people

Sound artist and Lenape descendant Nathan Young has installed noise and avant-garde music at William Penn’s historic estate.

2 months ago

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A Washington Commanders helmet and Philadelphia 76ers owner Josh Harris
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Philadelphia
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76ers owner’s group has agreement to buy Washington Commanders: AP sources

Harris and Rales are set to pay $6 billion for the storied NFL franchise.

2 months ago

Cherry blossoms at Fairmount Park along Kelly Drive. (Ella Lathan/WHYY News)
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Cherry Blossom Festival, Slow Art Day, Festival of Colors in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

April 14 - April 16: Wine & Daffodils in Del., Cherry Blossom Fest in Philly, Chicago Experience in South Jersey are among the weekend event highlights.

2 months ago

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A crane rises in Chinatown

Mural Arts Philadelphia developed a giant, iconic image on the new 21-story Crane Building that can be seen for miles.

2 months ago

Chelsea's Christian Pulisic reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Chelsea
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Premier League preseason tournament matches coming to Philly this summer

Pa. native Christian Pulisic’s Chelsea will kick off the inaugural Premier League Summer Series on July 22 at Lincoln Financial Field.

2 months ago

Julieta Zavala poses with one of her designs currently on display at the Delaware Art Museum.
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Delaware Art Museum highlights Latino culture in temporary exhibit

The Delaware Art Museum is exhibiting “Estampas de la Raza” to highlight the Latino community's cultures, traditions, identities, struggles, and memories.

2 months ago

Michael Barnes embraces his 13-year-old son, Elijah, behind a drum set at the Clef Club.
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How Philly’s next mayor may rely on arts groups to address civic problems

Mayoral candidates say they want to use the arts to address civic problems. Some even see it as an important part of anti-violence work.

2 months ago

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Rabbits invaded the South Street Easter Promenade and provided attendees with chocolate eggs and bunny ears
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Philadelphians hop down South Street for 90th annual Easter Promenade

Sunday’s sunny skies and warm weather, paired with colorful attire, made for a perfect South Street Easter Promenade.

2 months ago

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Tiger Woods lines up a putt on the 16th hole during the weather-delayed second round of the Masters golf tournament
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Tiger Woods has withdrawn from the Masters over a plantar fasciitis injury

The five-time Masters champion completed seven holes of his third round on Saturday before play was called off due to inclement weather.

2 months ago

Members of the Philadelphia 76ers raise the NBA championship trophy in 1983,
History
Philadelphia
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The guy who worked for one of the best teams in Philly sports history — and one of the worst

Ron Rabena recalls the vibe of two Sixers seasons that couldn’t have been more different.

2 months ago

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