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Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Taylor Swift’s engagement ring is pretty extravagant, but it pales compared to this Philadelphia icon’s

While experts are guesstimating the price of the singer’s ring, Princess Grace Kelly’s famous rock still reigns supreme.

1 month ago

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Community

The Olympic sport of curling is attracting new players in South Jersey

Members of the Jersey Pinelands Curling Club are traveling across the nation to participate in competitions.

1 month ago

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Xfinity Live! to become Stateside Live! this fall

Stateside Vodka, a liquor brand based in Philadelphia, has entered into a naming rights partnership with the entertainment venue.

1 month ago

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Billy Penn

Former Eagles chef offers a bit of tailgate heaven: classic recipes from every NFL city

The cookbook is “Kickoff Kitchen,” by Tim Lopez, who fed the Birds for over a decade. It includes 64 classic regional recipes.

1 month ago

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Community

Fiesta Futbolera 2025 celebrates Philly’s soccer culture ahead of next year’s FIFA World Cup

People braved the summer heat to check out the second annual South Philly street festival hosted by the Philadelphia Union.

1 month ago

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Science

How do mascots like the Phillie Phanatic stay fresh in the summer heat? Vodka and water

Mascots need frequent breaks, hydration and proper ventilation to stay cool, and a mix of vodka and water helps combat odors inside their costumes.

1 month ago

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Courts & Law

Transgender runner Evie Parts sues NCAA and Swarthmore College for removal from track team

The claim states the NCAA is not a governmental organization and doesn’t have jurisdiction over Pennsylvania state law or Title IX.

1 month ago

Chelsea FC supporters cheer in the stands at Lincoln Financial Field
Community
Billy Penn

A Philly guide to watching the English Premier League

The world’s most popular soccer league returns this weekend, and Philly fan groups and bars for (almost) all of the action.

1 month ago

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Billy Penn
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

FIFA is looking for 2026 World Cup volunteers, with first chance for tickets coming in September

Philly plans to have at least 3,000 volunteers helping around key venues like the Linc, Lemon Hill and Philadelphia International Airport.

2 months ago

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Community

In its 20th year, the Danny Rumph Classic honors a fallen basketball player with the chance to save lives

The Philadelphia-based tournament honors its namesake and sometimes attracts All-Star talent from the NBA.

2 months ago

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Politics & Policy

Eagles’ Saquon Barkley not joining President Trump’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition

The Eagles running back said he was “shocked” by the president’s offer and declined it to focus on the upcoming season.

2 months ago

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Community

Mural Arts, Phillies honor legend Dick Allen with new mural in South Philadelphia

Family members, former teammates and elected officials remembered Allen’s achievements in the face of racism.

2 months ago

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Community

Former Trenton gang member, now a champion boxer, is teaching kids valuable life lessons at his summer boxing camp

Michael Hilton also works with the Trenton Restorative Street Team as a high-risk interventionist, helping to settle disputes.

2 months ago

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Ryne Sandberg, former Phillies manager
Community
Billy Penn

Remembering Ryne Sandberg, the key player in possibly the worst trade in Phillies’ history

The onetime Phillies draft pick turned out to be one of the greatest players ever — after the team traded him away.

2 months ago

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Community
Billy Penn

U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team coming to Chester in October

The friendly match at Subaru Park will be one of two to honor retiring stars.

2 months ago

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