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Why Philadelphia Could Be the Best Value Host City at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
For international fans dreading the price tag of attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Philadelphia might be the answer they’re looking for. While criticism over…
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Philadelphia Hotels Not Seeing Many Bookings From World Cup Hype
Despite the hype surrounding the FIFA World Cup coming to Philadelphia, there hasn’t been much of a spike when it comes to hotel bookings in…
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Sixers Want to Ensure Knicks Fans Don’t Outshine Home Crowd During Second Round Playoff Series
As the Philadelphia 76ers prepared for Game 3 and Game 4 of their second playoff series, the team is making efforts to ensure there’s not…
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Democratic Party Leaders Arrive in Philadelphia to Evaluate 2028 Convention Bid
Democratic Party leaders are in Philadelphia this week to assess the city’s bid for hosting the 2028 Democratic National Convention, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS…
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Uber Launches New Campaign Opposing Proposed Philadelphia Rideshare Tax
Uber has launched a new campaign a month after Mayor Cherelle Parker’s most recent budget address, where she proposed a rideshare tax, writes Isaac Avilucea…
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Philadelphia Sees Decline in International Visits, Neighboring Nation Leads the Trend
Philadelphia experienced a decline in international tourism last year, with visits from Canadians dropping sharply as part of a broader nationwide trend, writes Mike D’Onofrio…
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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Target Turnpike Toll Violators
Pennsylvania lawmakers are cracking down on Turnpike toll evaders, considering harsher penalties for frequent offenders, writes Mike D’Onofrio and Ryan Deto for AXIOS Philadelphia. The state has lost over…
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Eastern State Nears Fundraising Goal to Open New Center, Pursue Exhibit Upgrades
Eastern State Penitentiary has met 90 percent of its fundraising goal to construct a new center and upgrade its interior ahead of the nation’s 250th…
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Former Pro Surfer Trades in Surfboard to Open, Operate New Pizzeria in Fishtown
Mason Lesser, a former professional surfer, is now finding success in his new career venture as the owner of a Philadelphia pizzeria, writes Isaac Avilucea…
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Philadelphia Sees Historic Drop in Homicides, But Commitment to Strategy Must Be Maintained
In 2025, Philadelphia recorded its lowest number of homicides in six decades. Experts credit this trend to the city’s investment in prevention and crime-fighting strategies,…
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Philadelphia Tops Major U.S. Cities for Closest Average Bus Stop Distance
Philadelphia ranked first in the nation for closest bus stops, according to a new analysis by the Works in Progress transit blog, writes Mike D’Onofrio…
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Philadelphia Region Braces for Busy Filming Year in 2026
The Philadelphia region’s film industry is gearing up for its busiest year yet, driven by $100 million in state tax credits and growing international interest,…
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New City Controller Report Reveals Price Tag for Philly’s 250th Birthday Celebrations
Philadelphia will spend $620 million on the nation’s 250th birthday celebrations, which is roughly ten percent of the $6.8 billion budget that was approved for…
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National Park Service Restores Slavery Exhibit at President’s House Site in Old City
Just under a month after they were taken down, the National Park Service has restored the slavery exhibit panels located at the President’s House site…
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See How Philadelphia Universities Fare in Foreign Contributions Over Last Four Decades
With nearly $2.8 billion in foreign funding over four decades, the University of Pennsylvania outpaces all other schools in Greater Philadelphia by quite a wide…
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2 Philadelphia Eateries Ranked Among Top 100 Independent Restaurants in America
Restaurant Business recently released its most recent top 100 list of the nation’s top-grossing independent restaurants and two Philadelphia eateries made the list, writes Mike…
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How Philadelphia’s College Enrollment Has Changed Since 2023 Supreme Court Ruling on Student Admissions
It has been more than two years since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of eradicating race-based admissions in college and universities. A new…
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See Where Gritty Ranks in Annual Salary Among NHL, Professional Sports Mascots
A new analysis of the highest-paid mascots last year has been released and Gritty, the Philadelphia Flyers mascot, made a pretty penny in 2025, writes…
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