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Billy Penn

Philly World Cup fans get free rides home from games this summer thanks to Airbnb

Soccer fans in other cities like Boston and New York face soaring transportation costs amid fights with FIFA, but Philly fans will get a reprieve.

6 months ago

A section of the new Philadelphia Stars Negro League Baseball mural
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Mural Arts to unveil new Philadelphia Stars Negro League mural in West Philly

The group will celebrate Jackie Robinson Day by unveiling the expanded design for the new wall that’s being built near the corner of Parkside and Belmont avenues.

6 months ago

Paulo Costa, left, of Brazil, fights Azamat Murzakanov, of Russia
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Billy Penn

‘A great fight town.’ UFC returns to Philly as latest major sports event planned for 2026

UFC 330 will be the MMA promotion’s first event in the city since 2019, and the first “numbered” event here since 2011.

6 months ago

The Philadelphia Flyers gather around the net of goalie Dan Vladar
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The Flyers are back in the playoffs after 6 years. Here’s what to know

After a six-year drought, the Orange and Black are back in the Stanley Cup Playoffs to face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

6 months ago

The Philadelphia Flyers gather around the net of goalie Dan Vladar, top left, as they celebrate after making the playoffs after an NHL hockey game against the Carolina Hurricanes, Monday, April 13, 2026, in Philadelphia.
Arts & Entertainment

The orange-and-black are back as Flyers celebrate clinching 1st playoff spot since 2020

Fans celebrated the long-awaited return to the playoffs, marking a significant milestone for a franchise with one of the NHL's longest championship droughts.

6 months ago

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey
Community

Philadelphia 76ers to face Boston Celtics in first round of NBA playoffs

The Sixers defeated the Orlando Magic in the play-in tournament, earning a first-round matchup with the Boston Celtics in the playoffs.

6 months ago

Addison Weismiller of St. Georges Tech faces off against an opponent
Community

‘It’s all gas, no brakes’: Delaware fully sanctions high school girls wrestling

The number of girls competing has nearly tripled over three seasons. Next year, the sport will have its first official state championships.

6 months ago

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The Phillie Phanatic giving high-fives
Community
Billy Penn

The Phanatic reigns supreme: The Phillies legend beat Gritty to be crowned Pa.’s top mascot

The tournament run by the Pennsylvania Governor’s Office had 16 mascots from major and minor teams and colleges face off to find out which is the state’s favorite.

6 months ago

The World Affairs Council started the new initiative
Education

Young Philadelphians are stepping up as youth diplomats for America 250

These high school students will welcome international visitors, fostering cultural connectivity throughout the milestone event in the city.

6 months ago

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Community

Philadelphia set to host ‘Ivy Madness’ in 2027, celebrating the Palestra’s 100th anniversary

The top four Ivy League teams will be invited to the 2027 "Ivy Madness" tournament in Philadelphia to decide who gets the conference’s bid to the NCAA Tournament.

6 months ago

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Community
Billy Penn

Philly’s soccer summer ramping up: two new soccer fields to offer local fans their own place to play

A temporary field at City Hall and a permanent installation at Tip Top Playground in Northern Liberties are designed to build excitement for the World Cup.

7 months ago

The Penn Relays, an iconic track and field competition
Community
Billy Penn

Philadelphia paved the way for the nation’s sports fans with America’s first stadium

The iconic Franklin Field, where the Penn Relays, Penn football games and other sporting events are held, was the first stadium in the nation.

7 months ago

Golfer Tiger Woods stands by his overturned vehicle in Jupiter Island, Florida
Community

Tiger Woods arrested at crash scene on suspicion of DUI, sheriff says

Authorities say Tiger Woods showed signs of impairment at the scene of a car crash in which he struck another vehicle and rolled his Land Rover.

7 months ago

Working with nail clippings to create a replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Philly-based artist wants your toenails to make a replica FIFA World Cup trophy

Clancy Philbrick is asking the world to mail him their (clean) fingernail and toenail clippings for his critique on labor and the wealth divide.

7 months ago

A rendering of Philadelphia’s Fan Festival site
Community

Free World Cup fan zones expanding to 3 other cities across Pennsylvania

Gov. Josh Shapiro says free World Cup fan zones in Reading, Scranton and Pittsburgh will expand the soccer celebration beyond Philadelphia.

7 months ago

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