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Ken Jennings Explores the Afterlife, Hittin’ Season for the Phils, Things to Do

Jeopardy! host and former champion Ken Jennings' new book is an offbeat and hilarious guide to the afterlife. He joins us to talk about '100 Places to See After You Die.'

Air Date: August 10, 2023 12:00 pm

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Spain's Laia Codina (center) celebrates with teammates Esther Gonzalez (left) and Irene Paredes (right) after scoring her team's fourth goal on Switzerland during the round of 16. (Buda Mendes/Getty Images)
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Meet the last 8 teams in the running for the Women’s World Cup

Here are the stars to watch and the key storylines to follow in the quarterfinal matches that begin Thursday.

3 years ago

Fireworks explode over the Philadelphia Museum of Art during an Independence Day celebration, Friday, July 4, 2014, in Philadelphia.
Arts & Entertainment

Philly philanthropies launch $9 million fund for America’s 250th birthday

America’s 250th birthday is coming in 2026, along with the World Cup, All-Star Game, and PGA Tour. Will you be ready?

3 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies' Trea Turner acknowledges the crowd after hitting a three-run home run during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023, in Philadelphia.
Community
Billy Penn

Did Phillies fans save Trea Turner’s season?

Like with Alec Bohm, one can hope this marks a turning point as the team steams toward another wild card berth.

3 years ago

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6abc

Media Theatre in Delaware County showcases winning little league game for community

Win or lose, the town of Media is excited to see their team on the big screen.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies' Brandon Marsh is helped off the field after an injury during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023, in Philadelphia
Community

Phillies place OF Marsh on 10-day injured list with left knee contusion

Phillies manager Rob Thomson expects Marsh to be sidelined for two to three weeks.

3 years ago

Sweden's forward #08 Lina Hurtig (C) and teammates celebrate their win following a penalty kick shootout over two-time defending champion U.S. at the Women's World Cup. It was the U.S.'s earliest exit from the tournament.
NPR
Community

Knocked out. Sweden bounces top-ranked U.S. out of the Women’s World Cup in penalties

It was the earliest tournament exit for the two-time defending champions.

3 years ago

A person walks by a sign reading Drexel University.
Community
6abc

Drexel University men’s basketball player found dead inside on-campus apartment

Terrence Butler was a native of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, according to the school's website.

3 years ago

Brazil forward Marta waves after the World Cup match against Jamaica in Melbourne on Wednesday.
NPR
Community

With Brazil’s exit, Marta delivers an emotional farewell to the World Cup

She holds the record for most World Cup goals scored by a man or woman.

3 years ago

A police car is in the foreground. The El is visible in the background.
Studio 2

Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, The Future of Pro Sports, Remembering Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver

Homicides in Philadelphia, and across the country, have decreased since 2022. We'll talk with PPD Commissioner Danielle Outlaw about what's working, and what's falling short.

Air Date: August 2, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 49:31
The Evil Owl, the Blurry Owl, the Owl on the Branch, and everything in between.
Education
Billy Penn

Temple has a new logo, so here’s a look back at 25 owls that came before

The Evil Owl, the Blurry Owl, the Owl on the Branch, and everything in between.

3 years ago

USA forward Sophia Smith (R) fights for the ball with Portugal midfielder Dolores Silva during the 2023 Women's World Cup match in Auckland, New Zealand on August 1, 2023.
NPR
Community

The U.S. ties Portugal 0-0 to advance to the knockout round at Women’s World Cup

The top-ranked and two-time defending champion U.S. did just enough to squeak into the knockout round.

3 years ago

Eagles players show off the new throwbacks
Community
Billy Penn

Kelly green is back: Everything you need to know about the Eagles new-old jerseys

Pro shop tailgating for the throwbacks started around 4 a.m., but you can also pick up the new merchandise online.

3 years ago

Members of the U.S. Women's National Team celebrate their game-tying goal against the Netherlands at the Women's World Cup on July 27 in Wellington, New Zealand.
NPR
Community

What time is the U.S. playing Portugal in the Women’s World Cup? Not when you think

Fox Sports is telling viewers that coverage begins at 1 a.m. ET Tuesday. But the match actually kicks off two hours later.

3 years ago

Jalen Hurts wearing a kelly green jersey
Community
6abc

Here is when the Philadelphia Eagles will wear Kelly green this season

The jerseys will replicate the ones worn in the days of Randall Cunningham from 1985 to 1995.

3 years ago

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