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Arts & Entertainment

A book is held up in front of the ornate gateway in Philadelphia's Chinatown.
Books
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia

‘Interior Chinatown’ is the Free Library of Philadelphia’s all-city read

The comic novel written like a TV screenplay by Charles Yu takes on serious issues of being Asian in America. He’s now turning it into a TV show.

3 years ago

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The exterior of Hedgerow House in Rose Valley
History
Pennsylvania
Performing Arts

Hedgerow Theatre, the ‘mother of Philadelphia theater,’ turns 100

Hedgerow Theatre in Rose Valley, Pa., was once America’s leading repertory theater company.

3 years ago

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Rihanna singing during Super Bowl halftime show
Music
Sports
6abc

Philly ASL performer goes viral during Rihanna’s Super Bowl halftime show

Justina Miles, a Philadelphia native, took the internet by storm with her ASL interpretation of Rihanna's medley of hit songs.

3 years ago

Vincent Mason and David Jude Jolicoeur on stage
Music

De La Soul co-founder Trugoy the Dove dead at 54

David Jude Jolicoeur, known widely as Trugoy the Dove and one of the founding members of the Long Island hip hop trio De La Soul, has died. He was 54.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) reacts after their loss against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz.
Philadelphia
Sports

Questionable late flag takes drama out of Super Bowl ending

Many fans — and some football commentators — disagreed with the call. Former NFL tight end Greg Olsen wasn't happy with the decision on the Fox broadcast.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (88) catches a pass as Kansas City Chiefs safety Bryan Cook (6) defends during the second half of Super Bowl LVII
Philadelphia
Sports

What’s a catch? Super Bowl raises the question again

The question was asked a few times during the Super Bowl between the Chiefs and Eagles.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, left, hands off to running back Kenneth Gainwell during Super Bowl LVII
Philadelphia
Sports

Super Bowl field turns into a super slip and slide

“It was like playing on a water park," Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata said.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) runs against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vasquez)
Philadelphia
Sports

Jalen Hurts’ brilliant Super Bowl effort falls short

Whether it was through the air or on the ground, Jalen Hurts dominated the Super Bowl offensively for the Philadelphia Eagles. It just wasn't enough to outduel Patrick Mahomes

3 years ago

Rihanna performs during the halftime show at the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Music
Sports

Rihanna soars in Super Bowl halftime performance

The performance lacked the surprise guests stars included in many previous Super Bowl halftimes, save one — her representative revealed afterward that the singer is pregnant.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) runs into the end zone for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Philadelphia
Sports

Eagles take Super Bowl lead behind 4th down conversions

Nick Sirianni's fourth-down aggressiveness paid off in a big way for the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl.

3 years ago

State Farm Stadium is decorated ahead of Super Bowl LVII in Glendale
Sports
TV

Super Bowl ads use celebs, humor, lots of dogs

With economic uncertainty looming ahead and the war in Ukraine stretching on, advertisers just wanted people to feel good.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) makes the touchdown catch against Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (21) during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Philadelphia
Sports
TV

Super Bowl LVII: Chiefs vs. Eagles live updates

Follow along for live updates on Super Bowl LVII in Glendale, Arizona, where the Philadelphia Eagles face the Kansas City Chiefs.

3 years ago

Rihanna poses for a photo after a halftime show news conference
Music
Performing Arts
TV

Rihanna, trio of anthems highlight Super Bowl star power

The 13-minute mini-extravaganza is only one part of the entertainment sideshow surrounding Sunday's big game between the Eagles and Chiefs in Glendale, Arizona.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts passes the football during the NFC Championship game
Philadelphia
Sports
TV

Super Bowl Guide: Where to watch and who to watch

Here are some things to know ahead of Sunday's game between the Eagles and the Chiefs.

3 years ago

First lady Jill Biden talks with Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce
Philadelphia
Politics
Sports

Jill Biden not shy about her ‘Philly girl’ sports fandom

For the first lady, who grew up in the Philly suburbs, her unabashed public expressions of support for the city's pro teams are a rare kind of devotion.

3 years ago

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