Philadelphia
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Philadelphia-Based Urban Outfitters Struggles to Find Gen-Z’s Jeans Preferences
Previously a mainstay of millennials, Philadelphia-based Urban Outfitters is struggling to keep up with the youth and their jeans preferences, writes Chloe Berger for Fortune. The retailer is planning to court younger suburbanites and college students by focusing more on denim, loungewear, and recently work-approved athleisure. “Our segment has seen rapid and seismic shifts as…
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Wall Street Journal: Former Eagles Head Coach Has a Goal to Reorder Football
Former Philadelphia Eagles head coach Chip Kelly is aiming to reorder football and win a national title in the process by stepping down the coaching ladder, writes Laine Higgins for The Wall Street Journal. Kelly already revolutionized almost every aspect of college football during his time as head coach at the University of Oregon. His…
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Philadelphia Commute Times Shorten Slightly, But Remain Among Longest Nationwide
While commute times have shortened slightly in Philadelphia, the city is still above the national average and is still among the longest in the nation, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia workers spent 31.1 minutes traveling to work last year, compared to the national average of 26.8 minutes, according to a report by…
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SS United States Leaves Philadelphia Home of Nearly Three Decades
The SS United States hosted a small event over the weekend to bid farewell to its Philadelphia home of nearly three decades as it heads to Florida for semi-retirement, writes Ximena Conde for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The SS United States Conservancy and Florida officials from Okaloosa County marked the occasion with a small transfer-of-title ceremony…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among the Most Food-Friendly Cities in America, According to New Study
Philadelphia is among the top metro cities in the United States when it comes to food-friendliness, write Max Bennett and Eri Heyl for Patch. A new WalletHub study ranked more than 180 of the most populated cities in the nation in order of food-friendliness. Philadelphia ranked at No. 26 on the list. “In the best…
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Surgeons at CHOP Successfully Separate Conjoined Twins from Philly Ahead of Their First Birthday
Surgeons at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia successfully separated conjoined twins Amari and Javar Ruffin ahead of their first birthday, writes Brian Brant for People. The boys turned one on September 29, just over a month after their surgery. On October 8, the twins finally left the hospital with their parents Tim and Shaneka and siblings…
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Philly Startup Acquires Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator Alum Lluna
Lluna, one of the few Philadelphia-based companies to go through the Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator, was recently acquired by the local startup The Best Answer, writes Ryan Mulligan for the PHL Inno. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Lluna’s CEO and co-founders will exit the company following the completion of the…
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Trea Turner Documentary About Ovation That Helped Turn His Season Around Set for Oct. 18 Release on Netflix
A new documentary highlighting first-year Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner is set to debut on Netflix on October 18, write Tom Dougherty and Josh Sanders for CBS News Philadelphia. The documentary, called “The Turnaround” is produced by Philadelphia native Kyle Thrash and Oscar-winner Ben Proudfoot. The documentary follows Phillies fan, Bridesburg resident, and content creator…
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Meet Jean Darnell, the Nationally Recognized Educator Tasked With Reviving Philadelphia’s School Libraries
After fighting censorship in Texas, nationally recognized educator Jean Darnell moved to Philadelphia to help revive local school libraries, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Darnell is the first Philadelphia School District library chief since the system allowed its school libraries to wither starting in the 1990s. Decades ago, the district had almost…
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Former Eagles Safety, Football Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins Commits to Supporting Single-Parent Families
Brian Dawkins has been retired from the NFL for 13 years, and in that time he has focused on building a strong legacy beyond football, reports WHYY. Given his blessings, Dawkins feels responsible for blessing as many others as possible. Five years ago, he launched his own nonprofit, the Brian Dawkins Impact Foundation. The crown…
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Looking for Phillies Gear, Clothing, and Merchandise? Try These Local Shops
With the Philadelphia Phillies in the midst of their third straight playoffs, “Red October” is in full force, and what better way to show support for the team than by sporting the team’s merchandise, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia has several shops that will likely have just what you are looking for.…
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This Cult From the Late 1600s Was Born in Philadelphia
Pennsylvania is the birthplace of several unusual cults and religious groups and one in particular was born in Philadelphia, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Among the first doomsday cults in the New World is tied to the woods of the Wissahickon Valley in Philadelphia. This cult is the Society of the Woman in the…
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Five Reasons to Hire a PR Firm in Philadelphia
As a Philadelphia-area business owner, you already know that managing your company’s public image is essential. No matter your industry, maintaining strategic media relationships and effectively navigating crisis management situations can significantly influence your brand’s reputation — and directly impact your business’s bottom line. Some businesses assume they can handle public relations for their company…
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Enjoy the Best of Philadelphia’s Historical Sites with These Visitor Tips
As the birthplace of the United States, Philadelphia has much to offer in the way of historical sites, and these tips will help you enjoy them even more especially if you are visiting with kids in tow, writes Tamara Gruber for We3Travel. Start early, as some attractions, such as Independence Hall, require timed entry tickets…
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Bryce Harper’s Love for Philly Culture and Wawa Got Him in Trouble with MLB
Bryce Harper is known for his love of all things Philly, including the local favorite grocer Wawa, which led to some issues with MLB this summer, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. During a game earlier this year, Harper, the Phillies star hitter and first baseman, put on custom-made Wawa cleats and a headband.…











































