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Philly theaters unite to stage 3 plays by Pulitzer-winning playwright James Ijames

Most theater subscriptions offer a patron access to a single theater’s season. But Philadelphia’s new Citywide James Ijames Pass provides tickets to three James Ijames – pronounced EYE-ms, rhymes with “chimes” – plays at three theaters in Philadelphia. Subscribers will also get one mustard-colored beanie, one of Ijames’ signature accessories.

The Conversation

Philadelphia woman’s Honda becomes tourist attraction after freezing into a literal ice block

Someone tell Mr. Freeze we've found his car.

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Philadelphia woman orders used Prada bag. Then she reveals why you should be shopping on Japanese eBay: ‘Where do you think I get my Birkins!’

eBay is one of the largest destinations for bargain hunters where a plethora of vintage, preowned, and designer products across the site. Oftentimes, photos and descriptions of items can be deceiving, so you never know the quality of the item until you open that package.

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Man left in critical condition after brawl over snow-cleared parking spot in Philadelphia

Philadelphia police used the fight as a reminder that residents do not own street parking spots and that ‘savesies’ are illegal

The Independent UK

East Coast Snowstorm Brought Out Philly UTV Drivers, Who Drove Up the 'Rocky' Steps

In Philadelphia, where the iconic 'Rocky' steps are located, a UTV driver used the massive snowstorm last week to recreate the iconic scene. We're not sure if it was 100% legal.

RideApart

Philly’s ambitious plan to scare off ICE

City leaders know how to shield the community — if the mayor has the guts

Salon

Americans are still ditching New York and LA at alarming rates, but Miami's on the list now, too

“Miami’s migration tells a striking story,” says the Bank of America Institute. Meanwhile, the Midwest is “still having a moment.”

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Oversalting your sidewalk or driveway harms local streams and potentially even your drinking water – 3 tips to deice responsibly

Snow has returned to the Philadelphia region, and along with it the white residues on streets and sidewalks that result from the over-application of deicers such as sodium chloride, or rock salt, as well as more modern salt alternatives.

The Conversation

Philadelphia sues US government for removal of slavery-related exhibit

Display at President’s House site, residence to George Washington, had information on people enslaved by him

The Guardian - US

Philadelphia sues over removal of slavery exhibit at Independence National Historical Park

The National Park Service has removed an exhibit on slavery at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park

The Independent UK

Philadelphia Could Be Next on ICE Crackdown: Here's Why All the Clues Point Here

TikTok rumours and official threats from the 'border czar' point to a major ICE crackdown in Philadelphia. Discover why the city's sanctuary status puts it at risk.

International Business Times UK

ICE is rumored to be heading for Philadelphia. Everyone is saying the same thing

‘Philly people are a different breed,’ wrote one user, while another added: ‘Bro ice is going to be protesting’

The Independent UK

Why Philly has so many sinkholes

In early January, a giant sinkhole formed at an intersection in the West Oak Lane neighborhood of North Philadelphia after a water main break. Just two weeks earlier, the city reopened a section of the Schuylkill River Trail in Center City that had been shut down for two months due…

The Conversation

‘You don’t want this smoke’: US sheriff reflects on her viral remarks about ICE

Philadelphia sheriff Rochelle Bilal’s words have become a rallying cry against Trump’s immigration crackdown

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How a Wild 15 Hours of MLB Free Agency Led to J.T. Realmuto Re-Signing With Phillies

The 34-year-old catcher is back in Philadelphia.

The Independent UK

How early should you book World Cup travel

FIFA has received over 500 million ticket requests for the World Cup thus far

The Independent UK

Verizon announces credit for customers impacted by huge outage. Here’s how it will work

Wednesday’s outage lasted nearly 10 hours, affecting over 1.5 million Verizon users nationwide, hitting cities like New York, Philadelphia, Houston, and Miami hardest

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Nick Sirianni Explains Why Eagles Made Change at Offensive Coordinator

The Eagles' search for a new offensive coordinator begins.

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Eagles GM Shares Broad Comments on A.J. Brown Trade Rumors

Brown’s future in Philadelphia remains up in the air.

The Independent UK

Former NCAA players and fixers charged over rigged basketball games, prosecutors say

Federal prosecutors are charging 26 people, including former college basketball players who allegedly tried to fix games as recently as last season, in what they call a scheme to rig NCAA and Chinese Basketball Association games

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‘We will put you in a cell’: Philadelphia DA promises justice for ICE psychos, says Trump cannot help them

"Donald Trump has no power whatsoever to pardon you.”

The Guardian - US

Accused US grave robber allegedly admits he sold human remains online

Jonathan Gerlach remains in custody after officials say they found skulls, bones and other remains in his car and home

The Independent UK

Three suspects on the loose after teen is found shot dead in bathroom of Chipotle

Khyon Smith-Tate, 16, was found fatally shot near Temple University in North Philadelphia

The Independent UK

Philadelphia cemetery announces security overhaul after man allegedly stole more than 100 skeletons

Surveillance video reportedly captured Jonathan Gerlach’s car near the cemetery with ‘numerous bones and skulls in plain view in the back seat’

International Business Times UK

George Kittle Injury Update: NFL Star Shockingly Finished Bottle of Tequila After Tearing His Achilles

George Kittle downed a bottle of Patron after tearing his Achilles in San Francisco's wild-card victory over Philadelphia, with the tequila delivered from the owners' suite.

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