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The ‘Boy in the Box’ was finally identified. DNA may now unravel the mystery of eight others buried next to him

Philadelphia Police are ‘awaiting results’ after taking DNA from eight victims buried in potter’s field who died in suspicious circumstances in a bid to learn their identities, James Liddell writes

The Independent UK

Packers just complicated the start of their most likely postseason path

The Packers are most likely going to be the No. 7 seed, which would require a trip to Philadelphia to play the Eagles in the NFC Wild Card Round.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Eagles Clinch NFC East Title With Dominant Win

Philadelphia Eagles dominate Dallas Cowboys to secure NFC East title, showcasing their playoff potential.

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Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins on Andy Reid, Steve Spagnuolo’s success with Chiefs

Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins spoke to @EdEastonJr about Andy Reid, Steve Spagnuolo's success with Chiefs

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US civil rights probe faults Philadelphia school district over handling of antisemitism reports

Federal education officials say the Philadelphia school district failed to show it protected Jewish students from harassment despite “repeated, extensive notice” that students, teachers and administrators were engaging in antisemitic behavior

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Micah Parsons hates the Eagles so he won’t be rooting for a Birds win over Commanders

Micah Parsons says he hates the Eagles so he won't be rooting for a Philadelphia win over the Washington Commanders

The Conversation

The Wanamaker organ has been part of a treasured holiday tradition in Philly for over 100 years − a historian explains its illustrious past and uncertain future

After Macy’s announced in November 2023 its plans to close approximately 150 locations across the United States, some Philadelphians fretted – not so much about the fate of the Center City department store, but about a local treasure housed inside.

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Commanders RB Brian Robinson on facing Eagles: ‘We feel like we are the better team’

Washington running back Brian Robinson says the Commanders feel like they are better team than the Philadelphia Eagles

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The Independent UK

Suspects who executed man in home invasion went to wrong house looking for guns, says DA

Andrew Gaudio, 25, was shot dead while his 61-year-old elderly mother, Bernadette Gaudio, was left paralyzed when two men raided their home in Philadelphia December 8

The Conversation

Yes, Philadelphia is a sanctuary city − but that offers undocumented immigrants little protection from mass deportations

Philadelphia is what’s known as a sanctuary city. While the term has no fixed definition, it usually refers to a city that has declared its refusal to cooperate – or even works at odds – with federal immigration enforcement.

Sports Illustrated

Jason Kelce Had Priceless Reaction to Jason Kelce Lookalike Contest in Philadelphia

Apparently, lookalike contests are all the rage nowadays.

The Independent UK

Teen left fighting for life and two others wounded in shooting at Philadelphia Christmas village

The shooting was one of 11 to take place in Philadelphia over the weekend

The Conversation

I’m a former assistant DA who works with survivors of sex trafficking − here’s why a recent Philly sting marks a shift in how Pennsylvania confronts the commercial sex industry

Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry and the Pennsylvania State Police announced the arrests of 22 people connected to a long-standing, Philadelphia-based human trafficking ring on Oct. 22, 2024.

The Independent UK

Jason Kelce lookalikes chug beer, smash phones, and go shirtless in latest viral contest

The latest in a string of celebrity lookalike contests was held in Philadelphia this weekend

The Independent UK

Duo accused of trafficking $19 million worth of stolen goods through their Philly pawn shop

From November 2019 through December 2023, Larry and Nathaniel Leonard allegedly sold millions in stolen goods via eBay

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