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May 01 2026SPORTS

Flyers, Phillies and a Photo Showdown

The weekend brought surprises across Philadelphia sports. In the NHL, the Flyers shocked their rivals by taking a 3‑0 series lead over the Penguins and holding on to win Game 6, ending the series. In the NBA, the Sixers stayed in the playoff race against the Celtics, helped by Joel Embiid’s early re

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Apr 30 2026LIFESTYLE

Revived Greyhound Hub Brings New Life to Philly Bus Travel

Philly’s old Greyhound stop at 10th and Filbert Streets is set to open its doors Friday after a three‑year pause, welcoming the first FlixBus from Richmond at 12:20 a. m. The revamped terminal now houses 189 chairs for passengers to escape the weather, replacing the earlier curbside spots on Spring

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Apr 30 2026HEALTH

Loretto Foundation gets new fundraising leader ahead of big birthday

The Loretto Foundation just brought in Barbara Karas as its new development director, just in time for the group’s 50th birthday this fall. Karas won’t just be another face in the office—she’s taking charge of fundraising, donor talks, and even the company’s own employee charity drive. Her job is hu

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Apr 28 2026BUSINESS

A Life of Swag, Service and Sweet Feasts

Norman Cohn was a man who turned simple ideas into big successes. He began selling holiday‑themed food to local shops while still in high school, and that first venture sparked a long career of owning dozens of companies. In the 1960s he and his father bought the Advertising Specialty Institut

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Apr 28 2026CELEBRITIES

George Clooney’s New Chapter: Slow‑Down, Philanthropy and a Fresh Focus

George Clooney is about to turn 65, and he has decided to change the rhythm of his life. He told a reporter at a film awards event that he will spend more time on the Clooney Foundation for Justice, which he started with his wife Amal. The couple’s charity works to protect human rights and bri

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Apr 26 2026CELEBRITIES

From Actress to Owner: The Real Story Behind the 80s Star’s Wealth

Jami Gertz isn’t just known for her roles in classic movies like “The Lost Boys” and “Sixteen Candles. ” Behind the scenes, she built a fortune that rivals many in Hollywood. But her wealth didn’t come from acting alone. In 1989, she married Tony Ressler, a private equity investor with deep pockets.

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Philly fans face a streaming night of Philly sports and TV chaos

Tonight’s Philly sports scene turns into a remote-control nightmare for fans stuck juggling screens. The NFL draft’s second round kicks off at 7 p. m. on ABC, ESPN, and the NFL Network—easy enough to find. But 76ers fans checking out Game 3 of their playoff series against Boston will need Amazon Pri

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Apr 22 2026HEALTH

Early Use of Mepolizumab Helps a Heart Attack Patient with Rare Allergy‑Related Disease

A patient who had severe heart attacks caused by a rare allergic inflammation called eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA) was treated early with the drug mepolizumab. The condition, which involves high levels of a white‑blood‑cell type called eosinophils, can attack the blood vess

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Sports betting apps: fun for some, risky for others

A billionaire who made his money betting on markets now warns that sports prediction apps can hook young men fast. These platforms let users place bets in seconds through their phones, often linking directly to bank accounts. Unlike older gambling styles, there’s no waiting in line or handing over c

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Rethinking Medicine: Old Ideas for New Health Solutions

Some health practices have been around for centuries, yet modern science often ignores them. Many of these methods come from older medical traditions that looked at health differently. Instead of focusing only on tests and lab results, they considered the entire person—mind, body, and even lifestyle

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