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Map at Lion Sports Bar shows it's had customers from 165 countries and 48 states during the World Cup

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:07:58 Z

(PhillyVoice - Food & Drink) The Lion Sports Bar, a soccer pub in Center City, put up a map and asked customers to place a sticker on their home cities and countries during the World Cup. Visitors from 165 nations and 48 states made their mark.

5 Phillies thoughts: Even just a good Aaron Nola can go a long way

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:24:11 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Thoughts on why just getting good outings from Aaron Nola can make a big difference for Phillies, potential replacements for Brad Keller, and more.

Sixers film study: Where Dean Wade can impact winning – plus where he cannot

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:25:27 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) In seven NBA seasons, Dean Wade has never averaged more than 6.0 points or 4.9 shots per game. What drew the Sixers to him?

ESPN survey shows that the Eagles are both loaded and underrated

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:41:10 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Over the last couple of weeks, ESPN surveyed "league executives, coaches and scouts" to come up with a list of the top 10 players at each positional group. The Philadelphia Eagles had eight players crack those top 10 lists, which was second in the...

Phillies playoff push begins: what's their path to October?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:55:41 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The season is about to re-start and the push for a playoff spot will begin in earnest this week. The Phillies are in solid shape, sitting just two games behind the Braves for the NL East lead.

Phillies power ranking roundup: Can they keep up the fireworks to topple Atlanta?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:55:19 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Looking at where the national sports outlets have the Phillies ranked headed into the post-All-Star break.

Three free agent signings who make sense for the Eagles prior to training camp

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 02:43:51 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Each year before the start of training camp, Howie Roseman tends to sign a veteran player to help bolster the team's depth. Obviously, it's July, so it's not exactly as if there are a bunch of world-beaters available. Recent examples include EDGE...

Nearly all teens want to learn how to drive. But barriers prevent many from doing so, CHOP study finds

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) A gap exists between the number of teens who want to learn to drive and the number who actually secure a driver's license, CHOP researchers found. The gap is especially prevalent among older teens in lower-opportunity neighborhoods.

When Philly is the center of the sports universe

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:32:23 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Between the World Cup and the MLB All-Star Game, Philadelphia embraced all of it and made it clear: This is always the place to be.

Grading the Phillies' first half performance

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:18:55 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Phillies are 54-43, just two games behind the Braves for the NL East lead and firmly in a Wild Card playoff spot. That's the good news.

Five non-obvious questions facing the Eagles headed into training camp

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:47:06 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) We know what the obvious questions are about the Eagles headed into camp. What are the less-obvious ones?

Flyers get Penguins at home for 2026-27 season opener

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:49:23 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Out of the gate, the Flyers will get a rematch of last year's rollercoaster of a first-round playoff series, very likely with more fireworks to go off.

Revisiting the results of PhillyVoice's 2025-26 preseason Sixers survey

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:01:30 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Before the 2025-26 Sixers season began, 736 fans filled out our survey, registering opinions about the 2025 offseason and an unpredictable campaign ahead.

Red-yellow-green light: Eagles injury concerns heading into training camp

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:46:35 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Barring any surprises, the Philadelphia Eagles probably won't have anyone on their PUP list heading into training camp. But they do have more than a handful of players with injury concerns, so let's round them up here.

Antidepressants can make people more susceptible to heat-related illnesses

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) Antidepressants can make people more susceptible to heat exhaustion and heatstroke. When it's hot, people taking certain medications should avoid outdoor activity, stay hydrated and wear sunscreen, health experts say.

Report: LeBron James has 'a focus' on Sixers, Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:05:28 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) It sounds like at least five contenders remain in play to sign LeBron James, but the Sixers are one of three particularly strong suitors.

The Home Run Derby was signature Philly, and it was perfect

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:30:24 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Philly finally got a Home Run Derby, and made the annual summer showcase in July feel like a borderline pennant clincher in October.

Rate of firearm suicides in the U.S. was one death every 19 minutes in 2024, new analysis shows

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:20:22 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) While deaths involving guns decreased from 2023 to 2024 due to a drop in homicides, suicides involving firearms reached a record high, a new report says.

2026 NFL pre-preseason power rankings: Can the Rams handle the pressure?

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:35:19 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Rams will enter NFL training camp as our No. 1 team. Will they live up to the hype, or fall into the "Dream Team" trap.

Sixers mailbag: Will Jaylen Brown stunt VJ Edgecombe's development?

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Answering your latest Sixers questions as the LeBron James sweepstakes continue.

Jefferson's Sidney Kimmel Medical College to open Allentown campus

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:42:36 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) Thomas Jefferson University plans to open a Sidney Kimmel Medical College branch campus in Allentown. Its first class will begin instruction in July 2029.

What is cyclosporiasis? Here's what to know about the severe stomach bug sickening people throughout the U.S.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:34:56 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) Cases of cyclosporiasis, a intestinal illness that causes watery diarrhea , have been surging across the country. Here's everything to know, and how to prevent it from spreading.

The Midsummer Classic Hits Philadelphia: Your Guide to MLB All-Star Week in the City

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:36:08 Z

(Philly Bite Sports) PHILADELPHIA - The wait is over, Philadelphia. For the first time in three decades, the biggest stars in professional baseball have descended upon the birthplace of America. The 2026 MLB All-Star Week is in full swing, transforming the city into a...

Mailbag: Is the historically great Eagles OL becoming increasingly precarious?

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:36:05 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) We are deep into the darkest period of the NFL calendar. Hat tip to the World Cup for helping get us through it, even if we no-showed against Belgium. Let's do a mailbag or two to pass the time, shall we? And as always thanks for doing half the work...

Philadelphia Baseball is Back

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 01:50:42 Z

(Philadelphia Sports Nation) Senior catcher Andrew Cossetti homered in the Hawks 11-4 win. Photo by Joe Schneyder I’m not talking about a stunning move for the Athletics from the plans of going to Las Vegas back to Philly. And no, you didn’t miss the Phillies winning their third...

5 Sixers thoughts: LeBron James contenders keep waiting, Eastern Conference as good as ever and more

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) No matter where LeBron James signs this summer, the Eastern Conference is going to be loaded in 2026-27.

MLB Draft pick tracker: Phillies continue to prioritize velocity, size

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:39:52 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Phillies opened their 2026 draft by taking a swing at a talented high school shortstop with traits and potential despite a lingering back injury.

Phillies first-round shortstop has some intriguing comparisons

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 04:18:57 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) A recent back injury might lead to some Aidan Miller comps for new Phillies first-round shortstop Tyler Spangler, but the prospect's size and athleticism draw a different comparison.

Exposure to everyday chemicals can add up – a toxicologist offers simple steps to reduce your dose

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) Chemical exposures may affect health depending on the dose, timing and circumstances. Here are some tips for reducing unnecessary chemical exposures.

Revisiting PhillyVoice's 10 predictions for the 2025-26 Sixers season

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) How did our expectations for the 2025-26 Sixers season line up with reality?

MLB All-Star Games in Philadelphia, by the numbers

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:13:02 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The 96th MLB All-Star Game has brought the baseball circus to Philadelphia this week

Eagles mailbag: Create an NFL starting 22, choosing no more than one player per team

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:57:45 Z

Ivermectin isn't a cancer miracle drug, but influencers claim otherwise

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) Researchers have been studying the animal deworming drug ivermectin for decades, but there is no evidence that it’s a safe or effective way to treat cancer in people. Here's how to avoid sprinting past scientific evidence.

Former Sixers forward Alex Reese honors late mother with unique jersey number: 'It just helps me think of her'

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) During his time with the Sixers, Alex Reese became the second player in NBA history – and the first since 1950 – to wear 65 on his jersey. It is much more than an oddity.

Mike Schmidt, Chase Utley star in Phillies All-Star Game hype video

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:05:29 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Two Phillies legends star in the team's hype video promoting the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, which is next week at Citizens Bank Park.

The Flyers didn't get Leo Carlsson, but they might've grabbed the NHL's attention

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:05:20 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Leo Carlsson offer sheet didn't work, but it sent a message that could benefit the Flyers later on.

Should Don Mattingly have 'interim' removed from his title?

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:41:29 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) After once saying he didn't want to manage again, Don Mattingly has changed his tune recently. Does he deserve the job going forward?

Is Tyrese Maxey the main attraction for LeBron James as he considers joining Sixers? Rich Paul answers

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 03:26:34 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Another day, another conversation about LeBron James' fit with the Sixers on the podcast of his agent, Rich Paul.

E-bikes are causing more brain injuries. Wearing the right helmet can make a big difference, Jefferson specialist says

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) It's important to wear the right helmet to help prevent brain injuries while riding an e-bike. E-bike helmets have a special designation and provide more padding than standard bike helmets. Here's how to choose one.

As male nurses become more common, men's overall health may see a boost

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) More than 13% of registered nurses in the United States were male in 2025, up from just 2.7% in 1970. This growth signals a gradual but significant shift in cultural perceptions of masculinity, and it may help boost men's health overall.