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What to do if someone you know in Philadelphia or elsewhere is detained by ICE

If someone you know is detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, it can be incredibly challenging to find and communicate with them.

The Conversation · May 11

A look at the main contenders for the US PGA Championship title

The challengers are queuing up to take a shot at McIlroy in the second major of the year.

The Independent UK · May 8

A Knicks takeover in Philadelphia? Embiid’s plea to 76ers fans meets the resale market for Game 3

Joel Embiid has urged 76ers fans not to sell their playoff tickets to Knicks supporters

The Independent UK · May 7

Joel Embiid Has One Direct Request for 76ers Fans Ahead of Series vs. Knicks

He doesn’t want a repeat of the 2024 playoff series vs. New York.

Sports Illustrated · May 3

Celtics vs. 76ers Game 7 History: Who Holds the Edge in the Most Common Game 7 Matchup in the NBA?

The Celtics look to avoid a collapse against the 76ers in Boston on Saturday night. History says they should have the edge.

Sports Illustrated · May 2

How Harriet Tubman and Philadelphia abolitionists coordinated dangerous journeys to freedom

A roughly 14-foot-tall bronze statue of the United States’ most famous abolitionist, Harriet Tubman, will become a permanent fixture outside Philadelphia’s City Hall later this year. It will be the first statue of a Black female historical figure in the city’s public art collection.

The Conversation · May 1

Stockings once worn by Philly’s wealthiest man show the value of women’s mending in early America

At the time of his death in 1831, Stephen Girard – a Philadelphia merchant, banker and philanthropist – was the wealthiest man in the United States. In his will, he left the city of Philadelphia an extraordinary gift of roughly US$6 million, which is almost $227 million today.

The Conversation · Apr 29

Meet the Liberty Bell fans visiting little-known replicas scattered across the country

If you can't visit the original Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, you might find a dead ringer nearby

The Independent UK · Apr 29

What Happens If You Fall at a Business in Kensington, Philadelphia?

Many people experience slip and fall accidents at businesses in Kensington, Philadelphia, but navigating what to do next can be confusing.

inkl · Apr 29

Alleged Fixer at Center of College Hoops Federal Investigation to Plead Guilty

Marves Fairley allegedly is a linchpin of the men’s college basketball and NBA game-fixing scandals.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 28