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Philadelphia plans to close 17 neighborhood public schools – here’s what went wrong when it shuttered 30 schools in 2013

The Philadelphia School Board voted in May 2026 to close 17 of its 218 schools. Seven are elementary schools, five are middle schools and five are high schools. Additionally, three other high schools will move into existing schools and share buildings.

The Conversation

Philadelphia's Fight Against Fentanyl Reaches Turning Point as Federal Budget Cuts Threaten Lives

Philadelphia's fight against fentanyl is showing measurable results, with overdose deaths declining steadily due to expanded prevention and treatment efforts. Despite this success, unstable funding and a dangerous drug supply continue to pose serious risks.

Medical Daily

Waived for Mac McClung: Former Sixer Julian Champagnie Breaks Spurs Record to Ignite Game 7 Finals Berth

Julian Champagnie, once waived by the 76ers, has emerged as a key player for the Spurs, helping them reach the NBA Finals with his impressive scoring and shooting abilities.

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Philadelphia Woman Shares Why Her Grandmother Used to Forage Dandelions. She Made Delicious Recipes Out of ‘Free Food.’

Foraging content is usually informative, and rarely does it bring people to tears. But after Marie from Philadelphia shared a recipe from her grandmother, TikTok was left sobbing. “Koreans make everything into kimchi,” Marie explained on her Tiny Grandma (@tiny_grandmom) TikTok account. There, she shares stop-motion puppet animations of her…

The Mary Sue

Bride Sues Her Wedding Planner After She Turned The Special Moment Into A “Day From Hell”

It started with a $6,000 promise from a Philadelphia wedding planner calling herself the “Fairy Bride Mother.” Instead, Ashley Lopez’s dream day turned into a total nightmare. An hour before the vows, she was texted that there was no food for her guests. Things just kept getting messier from there…

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Revisiting the Jared McCain Trade: How the Thunder Fleeced the 76ers for a Crucial Playoff Piece

Looking back at the Thunder-76ers Jared McCain trade and Daryl Morey’s infamous quote that Philly was selling high on the young guard.

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Richardson Introduces Accelerate Prism, an AI-Powered System to Drive Sales Behavior Change and Revenue Growth

PHILADELPHIA, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Richardson, a global leader in sales training and performance improvement, today announced the launch of Accelerate Prism, an AI-powered sales excellence system designed to help sales teams scale consistent selling behaviors and turn sales capability into measurable revenue outcomes. Accelerate Prism represents a new…

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Philadelphia Nurse spots her Jamaican Co-Worker’s Name on her Hospital’s Memorial Paper for Patients Who Passed Away. Then She walked in Alive

Jamaican nurse misunderstood her Philadelphia hospital’s memorial paper for late patients and wrote her own name with “Thin Mints.”

The Mary Sue

Memorial Day 2026 events: Here are major highlights at DC, Chicago, Boston, San Diego, Philadelphia and Colorado Springs

Memorial Day 2026 will feature nationwide parades, ceremonies, and gatherings honoring fallen U.S. military members. From Washington D.C.'s National Memorial Day Parade to unique tributes in Hawaii, communities will blend solemn remembrance with patriotic celebrations. The holiday weekend also unofficially marks the start of summer for many families.

The Economic Times

How community groups, activists and local media turned Camden into a model of police reform

In 2025, Camden, New Jersey – a city of about 72,000 residents that sits across the Delaware River from Philadelphia – experienced its first homicide-free summer in nearly 50 years.

The Conversation

Amtrak is smashing ridership records. Is it ready to handle the World Cup?

The United States’ rail system has a dedicated customer base, but remains a niche option for most this summer

The Guardian - US

Advocates celebrate 230th anniversary of Ona Judge's escape from enslavement by George Washington

Advocates for telling the whole truth of American history are celebrating the legacy of Ona Judge, from her footprints in Philadelphia to her face in New Hampshire

The Independent UK

Quote of the day by Benjamin Franklin: 'We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid.' Life lessons on knowledge, intelligence and success by author, inventor and diplomat, who was also a US Founding Father

Quote of the day by Benjamin Franklin focuses on the importance of learning, knowledge and personal growth. The quote, “We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid,” explains how education, reading and self-improvement shape life. Benjamin Franklin’s journey from a printer’s apprentice to a writer,…

The Economic Times

Philadelphia readies a July 4 World Cup knockout amid Liberty Bell lore and cheesesteaks

Philadelphia is gearing up for the World Cup this summer, hosting six matches at the Eagles' stadium, including a big knockout game on July 4

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International Business Times UK

Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Storms Hit Philly Area With 70mph Winds, Suspending Trains and Smashing Homes

Severe thunderstorms are forecasted to hit Pennsylvania, affecting Memorial Day weekend plans with potential travel disruptions and flash floods.

The Guardian - UK

Kurt Vile: Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me review – indie rock’s most easygoing dude gets existential

Sounding characteristically virtuosic but unbothered, Vile is more forward-thinking than ever on a record that surveys the bliss and bumps of life in his mid-40s

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Democratic socialist Chris Rabb won the Democratic primary for Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District on May 19

Christopher Rabb defeated Sharif Street, Ala Stanford, and Shaun Griffith in the Democratic primary for Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District on May 19, 2026. Incumbent Dwight Evans did not run for re-election. Rabb, Stanford, and Street led in media attention, campaign fundraising, and endorsements. No Republicans ran in the district.

The Guardian - US

Progressive Chris Rabb wins closely watched Democratic primary in Pennsylvania: ‘We are indomitable’

Tight primary in Philadelphia district, seen as key test of ‘Mamdani moment’ across US, bolsters Democrats’ left flank

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A 2026 World Cup that doesn’t rip off fans? Some cities are showing that it’s possible

Philadelphia, Kansas City and Atlanta are among the hosts showing that price-gouging at this summer’s tournament is, ultimately, a choice

The Conversation

Philadelphia will celebrate Ona Judge Day to honor Martha Washington’s enslaved maid who made a daring escape to freedom

On the evening of May 21, 1796, Ona Judge made the daring decision to free herself.

Cycling Weekly

'The women’s event should be the feature event of the day': How the Philadelphia Cycling Classic made prize parity a tradition

When the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this August, so does its long-standing prize parity tradition with equal $75,000 purses for the men’s and women’s events

Sports Illustrated

Each NFL Team’s Longest Road Trip For the 2026 Season

Between the league’s record nine-game International Series slate and a bevy of cross-country flights, all 32 NFL teams will be tested when they head out on the road this season.

The Guardian - UK

When I look at what Zohran Mamdani is doing as mayor, I’m jealous of New Yorkers

Sure, he’s not perfect, but on libraries, childcare and potholes, he’s getting the job done. Why can’t more politicians give a damn?

International Business Times UK

Taxpayer-Funded VIPs? Kash Patel Under Fire for Flying Girlfriend to $50K Concert Suite

Kash Patel is criticised for allegedly using an FBI jet for personal travel, raising questions about misuse of taxpayer resources and blurring lines between official duties and personal leisure.

Latin Times

Afther the VIP Snorkel Trip scandal, FBI Director's alledged 50,000 Concert Date With Girlfriend Becomes New Political Headache

FBI Director Kash Patel is facing a new wave of ethics questions after reports revealed he flew with his girlfriend on an FBI jet to a George Strait and Chris Stapleton concert in Philadelphia, attended the event from a luxury suite worth as much as $50,000 and declined to explain…

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