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Jalen Hurts runs for winning TD in overtime, Eagles rally past Josh Allen, Bills
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts scores the game winning touchdown against the Buffalo Bills during overtime in an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
football
NFC goes through Philadelphia, but 49ers and Cowboys aren’t far behind
Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland (26) runs back an interception for a touchdown during an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. Dallas won 45-10. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade)
football
Eagles looking for more from A.J. Brown in clash vs. Bills
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) runs down filed during a play during an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Peter Aiken)
football
Jalen Hurts leads second-half rally as Eagles beat Chiefs 21-17 in Super Bowl rematch
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) runs into the end zone for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 20, 2023 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
baseball
Phillies aim to oust D-backs, return to World Series
Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Brandon Marsh and center fielder Johan Rojas smile during the ninth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5 of the baseball NL Championship Series in Phoenix, Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
baseball
Thomas’ tying homer, Moreno’s decisive hit send D-backs over Phillies 6-5, ties NLCS at two games
Arizona Diamondbacks' Alek Thomas rounds the bases after a two-run home run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the eighth inning in Game 4 of the baseball NL Championship Series in Phoenix, Friday, Oct. 20, 2023. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
hockey
Cam Atkinson scores twice, leading the Flyers to a 4-1 win over the Oilers
Oct 19, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Bobby Brink (10) celebrates goal by left wing Joel Farabee (86) (not pictured) against the Edmonton Oilers during the first period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
hockey
Couturier scores on penalty shot to help Flyers beat Canucks 2-0
Philadelphia Flyers' Sean Couturier, left, makes a penalty shot against Vancouver Canucks' Thatcher Demko, right, during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
world
Police issue arrest warrant for 19-year-old acquaintance in death of Philadelphia journalist
Josh Kruger, left, then the Communications Director, the Office of Homeless Services at City of Philadelphia, at a tent encampment in Philadelphia, on Jan. 6, 2020. The journalist and advocate who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve as a spokesperson for Philadelphia's most vulnerable was shot and killed at his home early Monday, Oct. 2, 2023 police said. (Jessica Griffin/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP)
opinion
Taylor Swift is the answer to Canada’s economic problems
Tony Keller
world
Philadelphia journalist who advocated for homeless and LGBTQ+ communities shot and killed at home
Josh Kruger, left, then the Communications Director, the Office of Homeless Services at City of Philadelphia, at a tent encampment in Philadelphia, on Jan. 6, 2020. The journalist and advocate who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve as a spokesperson for Philadelphia's most vulnerable was shot and killed at his home early Monday, Oct. 2, 2023 police said. (Jessica Griffin/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP)
world
Peaceful protest over dismissal of murder charges against Philadelphia cop overtaken by looters, mob
People stand outside an Apple Store in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023 after it was ransacked the previous evening. Police say groups of teenagers swarmed into stores across Philadelphia in an apparently coordinated effort, stuffed bags with merchandise and fled. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
football
Jalen Hurts, Eagles host Kirk Cousins, Vikings in prime time again in their home opener
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts runs against the New England Patriots during an NFL football game at Gillette Stadium, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023 in Foxborough, Mass. (Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini)
u.s. politics
From the streets to city hall, Philadelphians band together to combat gun violence
basketball
NBA fines James Harden $100,000 for public comments about status with 76ers
FILE - Philadelphia 76ers' James Harden reacts during Game 2 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series, Monday, April 18, 2022, in Philadelphia. Harden appears determined to sever ties with the Philadelphia 76ers after the star guard called team president Daryl Morey a liar at a promotional event at China. Harden’s comments, video of which surfaced Monday, Aug. 14, 2023, came almost seven weeks after he picked up his $35.6 million option with the 76ers for this season and then promptly said he wanted to be traded.(AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
football
Backups Mariota, Thompson-Robinson struggle as starters rest in Eagles-Browns 18-18 preseason tie
Cleveland Browns quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) hands off the ball to Browns running back John Kelly Jr. (41) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
baseball
Nick Castellanos’s two-run double revs Phillies’ offence in 9-4 win over Blue Jays
Philadelphia Phillies centre fielder Johan Rojas (18) makes a diving catch against the Toronto Blue Jays during fourth inning MLB interleague baseball action in Toronto on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
world
Biden says gun violence ‘tearing communities apart’ after latest mass shootings
FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Joe Biden speaks about his plans for continued student debt relief after a U.S. Supreme Court decision blocking his plan to cancel $430 billion in student loan debt, at the White House in Washington, U.S. June 30, 2023. REUTERS/Leah Millis/File Photo
world
Five dead in Philadelphia-area shooting spree, nation’s worst violence yet around July 4
Philadelphia police stand at the intersection of 56th Street and Kingsessing Avenue after multiple people were shot in Southwest Philadelphia, late Monday, July 3, 2023. (Yong Kim/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP)
world
Driver lost control of gas-filled tanker before fire collapsed U.S. highway, officials say
This screen grab from video provided by WPVI-TV/6ABC shows the collapsed section of I-95 with fire trucks on the scene in Philadelphia, Sunday, June 11, 2023. (WPVI-TV/6ABC via AP)
baseball
As May ends, even some weaker teams have reasons for hope in baseball’s playoff chase
CHICAGO, IL - MAY 29: Mike Tauchman #40 of the Chicago Cubs hits a sacrifice fly for an RBI in the fourth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Wrigley Field on May 29, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)
baseball
Phillies come back to defeat Blue Jays 2-1 on error in 10th inning
Philadelphia Phillies' Edmundo Sosa dives to score the game-winning run on a fielder's choice by Bryce Harper during the 10th inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Wednesday, May 10, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
baseball
Castellanos powers Phillies to 8-4 win over Blue Jays
May 9, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Alec Bohm (28) slides safely into home ahead of tag by Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) during the eighth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
basketball
Embiid scores 33, 76ers beat Celtics 115-103 for 3-2 lead
Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) tries to stop Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid during the first half of Game 5 in an NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinal playoff series Tuesday, May 9, 2023, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
basketball
Harden makes winning three in OT, 76ers tie series with Celtics
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 07: James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter in game four of the Eastern Conference Second Round Playoffs at Wells Fargo Center on May 07, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
basketball
76ers’ Embiid doubtful as Celtics vow adjustments for Game 2
Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla during Game 1 in the NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinals playoff series, Monday, May 1, 2023, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
basketball
NBA Playoffs: A star-studded Round 2 of the playoffs is here
Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James makes his way down the court after a basket against the Memphis Grizzlies during the first half in Game 6 of a first-round NBA basketball playoff series Friday, April 28, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
basketball
Harden scores 45, hits late three as 76ers down Celtics 119-115
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 01: James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates after hitting a three point shot during the second half against the Boston Celtics in game one of the Eastern Conference Second Round Playoffs at TD Garden on May 01, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. The 76ers defeat the Celtics 119-115. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
soccer
Toronto FC travels to Philadelphia looking to better execute on offence
Nashville SC defender Shaq Moore, left, slows down Toronto FC forward Federico Bernardeschi (10) during the first half of an MLS soccer match Saturday, April 8, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. One week after Lorenzo Insigne returned to action after missing six games with a groin injury, fellow Italian Bernardeschi is questionable for Saturday's visit to the Philadelphia Union (2-4-2) with a lower body injury. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Mark Humphrey
football
Quarterback Hurts agrees to five-year, US$255-million extension with Eagles, source says
FILE - Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts looks to pass against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of the NFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, in Philadelphia. Jalen Hurts is set to sign one of the richest deals in NFL history, agreeing to a five-year, $255 million extension with the Philadelphia Eagles, including $179.3 million guaranteed, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press. The Eagles announced on Monday, April 17, “QB1 is here to stay,” but terms were not yet announced, according to the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal was not yet final. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, FIle)
baseball
Kikuchi strong again as Jays lose Grapefruit League finale to Phillies
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Yusei Kikuchi, of Japan, delivers to the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Friday, March 17, 2023, in Dunedin, Fla. Kikuchi put in one last strong pitching performance this spring as the Toronto Blue Jays ended their Grapefruit League campaign Tuesday with a 6-5 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Chris O'Meara
baseball
Turner’s two-run homer leads Phillies over Jays in Grapefruit League action
Toronto Blue Jays’ Kevin Kiermaier slides into third during a spring training game at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Fla., Monday, March 27, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Mark Taylor
hockey
Dave Scott to retire as chairman of Flyers’ parent company; Dan Hilferty named as successor
FILE - Comcast Spectacor Chairman and then-CEO Dave Scott, a Philadelphia-based sports and entertainment company that owns the Philadelphia Flyers, speaks with members of the media during a news conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Philadelphia. Comcast Spectacor announced Monday, March 27, 2023, that Dave Scott has decided the retire. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
world
Eight injured in blast at Pennsylvania chocolate factory
soccer
CF Montreal looking forward to home crowd as search for first points continues
CF Montreal forward Mason Toye (13) walks across the pitch as Nashville SC players behind him celebrate a goal in the second half of an MLS soccer game, Saturday, March 11, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. After an extended time away that included two weeks of training camp in Florida and three Major League Soccer road games, CF Montreal will finally be playing in front of its home crowd. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Mark Humphrey