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31 LSU Athletes Set to Compete in Paris 2024 Olympics
The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris are set to begin this week with the Opening Ceremony set to begin at 12:30 P.M. on Friday. LSU will be represented as 31 current and former Tigers representing a total of 20 different countries will be going for gold in basketball, tennis, beach volleyball, gymnastics, track and field, and swimming and diving events.
Shapiro on VP shortlist; Philly Olympians; Pissed at Parker office mandate | Morning roundup
Why is Josh Shapiro a frontrunner to be the next VP?. Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro is a top contender for vice president under Kamala Harris. What would he bring to the ticket?. Meanwhile, Mayor Parker joined a long list of national and local politicians who are endorsing Kamala Harris in her bid for the presidency.
Philadelphia Eagles 53-Man Roster Projection: Difficult Decisions at Wide Receiver and Cornerback
The Philadelphia Eagles are eager to start training camp as they look to put last season’s miserable ending to bed. Eagles general manager Howie Roseman made several notable moves this offseason, addressing many of the biggest weaknesses. Following Roseman’s latest moves, Philadelphia will have several difficult decisions to make...
Eagles’ New Running Back Saquon Barkley ‘Tried’ Convincing Jason Kelce Not to Retire
The Philadelphia Eagles’ newest superstar did his best to keep the franchise’s seven-time Pro Bowl center around for one more season — to no avail. Saquon Barkley — who signed a three-year, $37.75 million contract with the Eagles on March 13 — attempted convincing Jason Kelce to change his mind about retirement, which the 13-year NFL veteran announced March 4.
This picture of Matvei Michkov with Keith Jones and Danny Briere is incredible
Matvei Michkov is officially in North America. He found his way there on Tuesday morning after reports rumoring this earlier in the week. He is ready to become a full-time Philadelphia Flyers player after having his KHL contract terminated so he can come over from Russia. It is exciting to...
Upper Macungie pedestrian safety plan has admirable goals. But putting it into practice has divided officials.
UPPER MACUNGIE TWP., Pa. — The township's new pedestrian safety plan was adopted last year with the admirable goals of eliminating traffic fatalities and improving pedestrian access. But putting that plan into practical use already is proving more difficult, and has caused some disagreement amongst officials. Last year, Upper...
Insomnia Cookies announces major expansion
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (WHTM) — The popular Philly-based bakery called Insomnia Cookies recently shared plans for a major expansion in the coming years. Insomnia Cookies is a popular bakery based out of Philadelphia that is most known for offering and delivering a wide variety of “delicious warm cookies.”. The...
Asking Eric: Do my actions at neighborhood parties cross the line?
Dear Eric: I live in a very social neighborhood that has fun guest-oriented activities and events all the time. We all strive to be good neighbors, hosts and guests, but I often find I’m on the outside of what seems to be appropriate. Examples: A call goes out to...
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Minnesota Twins prediction, MLB odds, best bets for 7/23/2024
The Philadelphia Phillies will face off against the Minnesota Twins in an MLB matchup at Target Field on Tuesday, scheduled to commence at 7:40 p.m. ET. The Phillies will send Zack Wheeler (10-4, 2.70 ERA) to the mound, while the Twins are going with Simeon Woods Richardson (3-1, 3.51 ERA).
Twins top Phillies 7-2, after Ober rebounds from Harper's early 2-run homer to finish 7 innings
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota starter Bailey Ober rebounded from Bryce Harper's two-run homer for Philadelphia in the first to settle in for seven innings, and the Twins beat the Phillies 7-2. Ober threw only 83 pitches and retired 17 of his last 18 batters. The 6-foot-9 right-hander gave up four hits and one walk and improved to 4-1 with a 2.23 ERA in his last six starts. His record for the season is 9-5. Phillies starter Ranger Suárez fell to 10-5. He lost his fourth straight decision and failed to finish the sixth inning for the third time in his last four starts.
Phillies vs. Twins: Betting Trends, Odds, Records Against the Run Line, Home/Road Splits
Simeon Woods Richardson will start for the Minnesota Twins looking to shut down Trea Turner and the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday at 7:40 PM ET. The Twins are listed as +125 moneyline underdogs for this matchup with the favorite Phillies (-150). The game's total has been set at 8 runs.
Asking Eric: How to confidently take the lead in neighborhood gatherings
Dear Eric: I live in a very social neighborhood that has fun guest-oriented activities and events all the time. We all strive to be good neighbors, hosts and guests, but I often find I’m on the outside of what seems to be appropriate. Examples: A call goes out to...
Saquon Barkley admits big regret about departure from Giants
In an episode of the "Scoop City" podcast uploaded on Tuesday morning, Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley told Dianna Russini of The Athletic that he had one big regret about his offseason departure from the New York Giants."I had a goodbye video to Giants fans — I don’t think I handled that situation right at all," Barkley said. "I said a quick thank you to the Giants fans, but I actually had a legit response like a goodbye, and I let the hate on Twitter take me away from that, and that was really immature of me, and that’s...
Why Playing In The Olympics Will Make Joel Embiid Better
After, the announcement of the roster for the 2024 United States Men’s Olympic Basketball Team a lot of attention was on Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers star who was recovering from meniscus surgery. As a result, various media members, fans, and players were wondering if he would even play in the Olympics. Nevertheless, Embiid and the rest of Team USA just wrapped their exhibition schedule. Through a limited sample size, we are seeing how the Olympics will help Embiid improve his game. Let’s dive into these improvements and how they will benefit Embiid this upcoming season.
Rangers division rival swept up in ‘Michkov Mania’
The New York Rangers and the rest of the Metropolitan Division likely took notice July 1 when the Philadelphia Flyers signed 2023 first-round pick Matvei Michkov after his contract was surprisingly terminated in the KHL. And somehow if that got lost in the shuffle with the start of NHL free...
Whitehall-Coplay (Pennsylvania) district ready to open new elementary school
The Whitehall-Coplay (Pennsylvania) School District is preparing to open the newly finished Gockley Elementary School. The Lehigh Valley News reports that the two-story, 93,000-square-foot building in Whitehall will be the new home for the district's kindergarten and first-grade students. It is replacing the old Gockley Elementary School, which was built in 1978.
Report: Sixers to sign veteran guard Reggie Jackson
Although Paul George is set to have his introductory press conference this afternoon, he won’t be the only former Los Angeles Clipper to be a topic of conversation in Philadelphia today. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the Sixers are set to sign veteran guard Reggie Jackson:. Presumably, Jackson...
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