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New York Times: Would Joel Embiid Have ‘G.O.A.T.’ Potential Without the Injuries? He Believes So
With the 2024 Olympics in Paris right around the corner, Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has a chance to reach the mountaintop. Reaching the NBA mountaintop — winning an NBA championship — is something that has continued to elude Embiid 10 years into his NBA career. The Sixers have since signed 9-time All-Star Paul George,…
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Micro-wedding Venues in Philadelphia Keep Opening as Demand Grows
As the popularity of micro-weddings continues to grow, so does the number of venues in Philadelphia offering packages for ceremonies with no more than 50 guests and a cost under $1,000, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Angela Gaspar, a Philadelphia wedding photographer, recently married her now husband, Avi Rubinsky, at Philly Elopement Co.,…
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How Community Connector Roland Bui is Using the Culinary Scene to Make Philly a Better, More Vibrant City
Roland Bui is many things and holds various titles, but among his most treasured occupations is that of a culinary connector, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In the role, he connects local chefs, business owners, and dining connoisseurs to bridge gaps between the groups. “There are a lot of creative people and creative…
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Comcast Believes 2024 Olympics Presents Great Opportunity for Peacock Streaming Service
As the 2024 Olympics in Paris approaches, Comcast has great confidence that it will help elevate Peacock’s standing within the streaming landscape, write Lucas Shaw and Hannah Miller for Bloomberg. Peacock did a lot in preparation for the Olympic games. In January, Peacock President Kelly Campbell assembled two task forces to plan for the Olympics.…
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Maura Buri: Peirce College MBA Graduate and Raymond L. Palzer Academic Leadership Award Winner
In June 2024, Peirce College celebrated its 159th Commencement Ceremony and to continue the celebration, the College will feature some of its Class of 2024 graduates through the summer. One is Maura Buri, full-time Collections Manager, Master of Business Administration (MBA) Graduate, and Alumni Association Raymond L. Palzer ’52 Academic Leadership Award Winner. While attending…
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North Philly Rapper Tierra Whack Finds Inspiration From Many Different Areas
Tierra Whack has had a whirlwind spring that included the release of her critically acclaimed debut album, a great Tiny Desk performance on NPR, and winning a serious battle with depression. Whack can point to a number of things that serve as inspiration to her, writes Manakaprr Contech for Rolling Stone. A foodie, Whack highlights…
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The Mann’s Historic Partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra to Be on Full Display July 24-27
When The Philadelphia Orchestra returns to the Mann Center for the Performing Arts for the second week of its summer residency in Fairmount Park, it will celebrate 100 years of legendary composer George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” The performance on Wednesday, July 24, will also feature American jazz artists, the Marcus Roberts Trio – and…
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Avenue of the Arts Set to Spend $100M on New Beautification Project Starting in 2025
Avenue of the Arts will be undergoing a $100 million beautification project, resulting in a series of streetscape improvements starting next year that will eventually extend 10 blocks along South Broad Street from City Hall to Washington Avenue, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The beautification project will be led by Avenue of the Arts Inc.,…
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These Popular Takeout Windows in Philadelphia Are Guaranteed Not to Disappoint
Whether you are in the mood for fried chicken sandwiches, cheesesteaks, donuts, or ice cream, Philadelphia is full of takeout windows that are guaranteed to satisfy your craving while providing fast service, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine. At Porcos Porchetteria in Point Breeze, you can order tasty sandwiches, ice cream,…
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Temple University Engineers Invent Soy-based Bandages As an Alternative to Healing Wounds
Temple University engineers have invented a soy-based material to create natural bandages that can be cheaply produced and help skin heal better from wounds and burns that usually result in scarring, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. Following more than a decade of research and experimentation, Philadelphia scientists are seeking approval from the U.S. Food and…
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Philadelphia is One of the Best Large U.S. Cities for Economic Growth, According to New Study
Certain U.S. cities have emerged as beacons of prosperity and growth as the nation continues to navigate the complexities of a post-pandemic world, writes Andreea Neculae for CoworkingCafe. Philadelphia is one of those cities, as it has ranked as the 8th best large U.S. city for economic growth. CoworkingCafe recently published a new study highlighting…
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Philadelphia’s Ben Franklin Parkway Was Inspired By an Avenue in Paris
The Ben Franklin Parkway is one of Philadelphia’s most recognizable places, and it got its inspiration from an avenue 4,000 miles away in France, write Jacqueline London and Kaleah Mcilwain for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The boulevard is called Champs-Élysées. While the inspiration was clear, it took decades to come to fruition. During the 1890s, Philadelphians…
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New York Post: Philadelphia is the Most Expensive City in the U.S. to Get Ice Cream
With the summer heat upon us, ice cream is one of the most essential desserts as we look for solutions to stay cool. However, with inflation, the cost of ice cream has gone way up, and one city has the distinction as the most expensive to buy a scoop, writes Brooke Steinberg for the New…
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Post Brothers, Tower Investments Welcome First Residents to New 630-Apartment Building
Post Brothers and Tower Investments began planning for a massive multifamily and retail development back in 2017, and the project is finally a reality, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The One Thousand One building at Broad Street and Washington Avenue welcomed the first residents to its 630-apartment first phase on July 1.…
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Eligible ‘Historically Disadvantaged’ Philly Businesses Can Apply for Second Round of Boost Your Business Financing
“Historically disadvantaged” businesses in Philadelphia can apply for the second round of Boost Your Business financing to receive $50,000 zero-interest forgivable loans to help them create jobs and boost revenue, writes Gene Marks for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The funding is provided by the Philadelphia Department of Commerce and PIDC. To be eligible, businesses have to…
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Free Library of Philadelphia Could Open All Locations 6 Days a Week Starting This Fall
The Free Library has aimed to open all 55 of its Philadelphia area branches six days a week for years, and that soon come to fruition, writes Jacob Brown for WHYY. The Free Library system is close to finalizing its goal. Currently, 25 of the Free Library’s 55 branches are open six days a week.…
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Julissa Boglio-Garcia: Peirce College Graduate’s Journey to Commencement
Julissa Boglio-Garcia is a graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program at Peirce College. She began her educational journey at Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) as a part-time student in 2015. “I enrolled at CCP to complete my prerequisites for nursing. I graduated with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) and applied to many…
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Philly’s Black-led Youth Agricultural Programs Provide Various Enrichment Opportunities for Local Young People
Black-led youth agriculture programs in Philadelphia provide enrichment opportunities for young people considering career paths in agriculture, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. They help provide joyful experiences for kids and teens while also bolstering land sovereignty, food justice, and community strength for all. Life Do Grow Farm by Urban Creators in north-central Philadelphia is…
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