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President of Spain's soccer federation, Luis Rubiales (left) stands next to Spain Head Coach Jorge Vilda after their World Cup victory at La Moncloa Palace in Madrid, Spain, Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023
International
Sports

FIFA suspends Spain soccer federation president Luis Rubiales for 90 days

FIFA's disciplinary committee is investigating Rubiales' conduct at the Women’s World Cup final which included kissing a player on the lips without her consent.

3 years ago

A close-up of Bernice King. A memorial to her father, Martin Luther King Jr., is visible in the background.
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Thousands converge on National Mall to mark the March on Washington’s 60th anniversary

The original march in 1963 drew as many as 250,000 people and helped till the ground for passage of federal civil rights and voting rights legislation in the next few years.

3 years ago

Michelle Carrera speaking with Bill Rogers
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‘Cracking the federal code’: New grant could help Latino businesses find money

The Truist Foundation’s $1.2 million grant will unlock federal money for small Latino businesses.

3 years ago

President of Spain's soccer federation, Luis Rubiales (center) stands with Spain's Women's World Cup soccer team after their World Cup victory at La Moncloa Palace in Madrid, Spain, Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023
International
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Spanish soccer president refuses to resign despite kissing a player on the lips at Women’s World Cup

Several Spanish media outlets had reported that Rubiales was planning to step down.

3 years ago

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Animals
Pennsylvania
6abc

33 cats, 3 dogs rescued from deplorable conditions inside Bucks County hotel room

Images show the cats huddled together underneath the bed where they lived for months.

3 years ago

Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia
Sports
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Billy Penn

Concerns about the Phillies’ new facial recognition gate? Experts say it’s too soon to tell

The tech rolled out this week at Citizens Bank Park. It reportedly doesn’t store face images.

3 years ago

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Government
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Public Safety

What’s Philadelphia doing on gun violence prevention? New guide provides updates and lays out assets

City of Philadelphia public safety leaders have made a resource guide to help point residents affected by gun violence to services.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia

Ukraine’s flag flies above Philadelphia as nation celebrates Independence Day

Hundreds celebrated Ukraine’s Day of Independence with “great pain and sorrow,” as the country continues to fight for its freedom.

3 years ago

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Terri Wiley works behind the cafe at American Grammar
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Billy Penn

New cafe American Grammar opens in Kensington, a thoughtfully-fashioned book-lover’s dream

For operators Terrance and Terri Wiley, building a coffee shop that encourages creativity and exploration has long been a goal.

3 years ago

Jet crash
International
Military

Mercenary chief Prigozhin is presumed to have died in a plane crash seen as the Kremlin’s revenge

According to Russia’s civil aviation authority, the founder of the Wagner military company and six other passengers were on a private jet that crashed Wednesday.

3 years ago

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PlanPhilly
Housing
Philadelphia

‘I have the foundation now’: Habitat for Humanity to mint 6 Philly homeowners after yearlong delay

The project hit a snag in October 2021 after residents raised concerns about the development’s footprint.

3 years ago

Close-up shot of Yevgeny Prigozhin
International

Private jet crash in Russia kills 10. Wagner chief Prigozhin was on passenger list

Mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin was on the passenger list, but it wasn’t immediately clear if he was on board.

3 years ago

Outdoor seating at a New Jersey restaurant
Community Events
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Burlington County Restaurant Week summer edition underway

The event has twice as many participating eateries as the winter edition.

3 years ago

people lined up at a row of taps at the bar Tapster
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

54 taps and a laid-back vibe at Tapster, the new self-service bar in Rittenhouse

In addition to beer, by-the-ounce drinks include wine, cocktails, kombucha, and other non-alcoholic options.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Naked Bike Ride 2018. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community Events
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Philadelphia
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‘Flesh and fun’: Philly Naked Bike Ride returns for its 14th year

The 14th Philly Naked Bike Ride takes place Saturday at 2 p.m. There’s no need to sign up and it’s free to ride.

3 years ago

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