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Jayden Daniels has 5 TD passes as the Commanders end the Eagles’ winning streak at 10
17 hours, 4 minutes ago

Jayden Daniels has 5 TD passes as the Commanders end the Eagles’ winning streak at 10

Associated Press  

— After Jalen Hurts left with a concussion, Jayden Daniels threw five touchdown passes while running at will in the rookie quarterback’s latest masterful performance, and the Washington Commanders ended the Philadelphia Eagles’ winning streak at 10 by rallying to defeat the NFC East leaders 36-33 on Sunday. The Eagles played without Hurts for the vast majority of the game …

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Zach Ertz is playing for Commanders against the Eagles a week after being concussed
21 hours, 48 minutes ago

Zach Ertz is playing for Commanders against the Eagles a week after being concussed

Associated Press  

— Zach Ertz is playing for the Washington Commanders on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles a week after leaving their last game at New Orleans with a concussion. Coach Dan Quinn on Friday ruled out only defensive tackle Jonathan Allen, who is eligible to come off injured reserve two months after surgery to repair a torn pectoral muscle, leaving the …

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NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves
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1 day, 5 hours ago

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Holding visiting Miami to just eight fourth-quarter points, the Orlando Magic set a franchise record in rallying from 22 points down at the start of the final period to beat the Heat, 121-114, on Saturday. Bam Adebayo scored 23 points and grabbed six rebounds, Terry Rozier notched another 23 points off the bench and Tyler Herro recorded 22 points, six …

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Darius Garland scores 26 points, NBA-leading Cavaliers rout 76ers 126-99 for 25th win in 29 games
1 day, 10 hours ago

Darius Garland scores 26 points, NBA-leading Cavaliers rout 76ers 126-99 for 25th win in 29 games

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Darius Garland scored 26 points and Evan Mobley had 22 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists, sending the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers to a 126-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night. Takeaways 76ers: Coach Nick Nurse felt comfortable with his rotation until rookie shooting guard Jared McCain underwent knee surgery Tuesday. Cavaliers: After a scoreless first quarter, …

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Tippett’s OT goal and 4-point game powers the Flyers to a 5-4 comeback win over the Blue Jackets
1 day, 11 hours ago

Tippett’s OT goal and 4-point game powers the Flyers to a 5-4 comeback win over the Blue Jackets

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Owen Tippett scored at 3:30 of overtime to punctuate a four-point game and the Philadelphia Flyers snapped a three-game losing streak with 5-4, come-from-behind win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night. Morgan Frost scored twice and Tyson Foerster tied the game with less than two minutes remaining in the third period as Philadelphia won for the …

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Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid working through injuries and mental health struggles
2 days, 3 hours ago

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid working through injuries and mental health struggles

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Joel Embiid is trying to believe in the good that can come from asking for help. Ask even the most casual 76ers fan, and they can rattle off a CliffsNotes version of Embiid’s injury timeline: The broken bones in his feet, the grotesque dislocated finger that made it resemble a used bendy drinking straw, the torn meniscus in …

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2024 Major League Baseball Luxury Tax Payrolls List
2 days, 15 hours ago

2024 Major League Baseball Luxury Tax Payrolls List

Associated Press  

Final 2024 payrolls for the 30 major league teams for purposes of the luxury tax, as defined by baseball’s collective bargaining agreement and sent to clubs by the commissioner’s office. The Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, New York Yankees and Philadelphia exceeded the threshold for the third consecutive season and pay at a 50% rate on the amount over …

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US civil rights probe faults Philadelphia school district over handling of antisemitism reports
2 days, 20 hours ago

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

Associated Press  

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, the U.S. Department of Education has concluded after a federal civil rights investigation. The Philadelphia district, among the largest public school systems in the U.S., did not evaluate whether a hostile environment existed …

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A beginner’s guide to Kwanzaa
3 days, 9 hours ago

A beginner’s guide to Kwanzaa

Associated Press  

Kwanzaa has become a nationally recognized celebration of African culture and community in the United States since its founding in 1966 and also is celebrated in countries with large African descendant populations. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Kwanzaa emerged during the Black Freedom Movement of the 1960s as a way to reconnect …

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Eagles can clinch the NFC East by beating the Commanders, but home field matters more to them
3 days, 16 hours ago

Eagles can clinch the NFC East by beating the Commanders, but home field matters more to them

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Saquon Barkley has yet to win a division title since entering the NFL and thinks it would be cool if he and the Philadelphia Eagles could accomplish that. It’s not a myth about the energy and vibe you have playing at home.” Riding a franchise-record 10-game winning streak into their game Sunday at the Washington Commanders, Barkley …

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Opinion: A peaceful transfer of power — you can thank Harris and Biden
4 days, 14 hours ago

Opinion: A peaceful transfer of power — you can thank Harris and Biden

LA Times  

Did you miss it? Gabriel Sterling, the top Georgia election officer who four years ago publicly and presciently warned Trump that “someone’s going to get killed” because of his provocations, and who endured death threats himself, said of the electors’ meeting this week, “To be honest, I forgot about it.” As Trump declared in last month’s victory speech, “It’s time …

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The Sports Report: USC men have found their groove and get another win
4 days, 14 hours ago

The Sports Report: USC men have found their groove and get another win

LA Times  

Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. “We’re starting to click.” After the Trojans shot a stellar 57% from the field in wins over Washington and Montana State, USC’s newfound firepower manifested primarily beyond the three-point line Wednesday. They got rid of the suspension and they got to lower down the fine a little bit, which was good.” Continue reading here …

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Anze Kopitar, Kevin Fiala lead Kings in rout of Flyers
4 days, 14 hours ago

Anze Kopitar, Kevin Fiala lead Kings in rout of Flyers

LA Times  

Anze Kopitar scores a goal against Flyers goalie Aleksei Kolosov in the third period. Anze Kopitar and Kevin Fiala scored two goals each, and the Kings rallied to beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3 on Thursday night. Warren Foegele tipped Jordan Spence’s shot past Philadelphia goalie Aleksei Kolosov for the winner 1:54 into the third period. Fiala scored the first and …

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NFL Week 16 odds, picks for every game: NFL Saturday is back with postseason coming into focus
4 days, 14 hours ago

NFL Week 16 odds, picks for every game: NFL Saturday is back with postseason coming into focus

New York Times  

NFL Saturday is back, as Week 16 features four days of action with every team in play. —Steven Louis Goldstein Expert picks Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs It’s all eyes on Patrick Mahomes and his sprained ankle in Week 16 as the Chiefs play their second of three games in an 11-day span while fighting to secure the number …

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Embiid fracture 'not as severe' as before
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5 days, 14 hours ago

Embiid fracture 'not as severe' as before

China Daily  

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid shoots a ball after the game against the Orlando Magic at Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, Dec 6, 2024. Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse expressed optimism about Joel Embiid's return to action, saying his recent sinus fracture is "not nearly as severe" as the two previous facial fractures sustained by the 2023 NBA MVP. …

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Embiid fracture 'not as severe' as before
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5 days, 14 hours ago

Embiid fracture 'not as severe' as before

China Daily  

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid shoots a ball after the game against the Orlando Magic at Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, Dec 6, 2024. Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse expressed optimism about Joel Embiid's return to action, saying his recent sinus fracture is "not nearly as severe" as the two previous facial fractures sustained by the 2023 NBA MVP. …

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Teen left fighting for life and two others wounded in shooting at Philadelphia Christmas village
6 days, 1 hour ago

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

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A teenager has been …

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Eagles shove aside injuries, in-house dissention to celebrate 10-game winning streak
6 days, 12 hours ago

Eagles shove aside injuries, in-house dissention to celebrate 10-game winning streak

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley both played through injuries that served more as minor inconveniences than long-term concerns for the Eagles. So, it turns out, do bruised egos and hard feelings caused by criticism and gossip spread not by fans, social media tolls or sports talk radio — but from inside Philadelphia’s locker room. Hurts said he played …

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Steelers coach Mike Tomlin optimistic star LB T.J. Watt will be available for showdown with Ravens
6 days, 20 hours ago

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin optimistic star LB T.J. Watt will be available for showdown with Ravens

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is optimistic star linebacker T.J. Watt’s balky ankle won’t keep him out of Saturday’s visit to Baltimore. Tomlin said he saw Watt walking around the team’s facility on Monday morning without much issue. Tomlin defended having Watt in the game with Philadelphia driving up two scores in the waning minutes, saying he was …

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2024 NFL Week 15: Sunday’s standout games and what to look out for
1 week, 1 day ago

2024 NFL Week 15: Sunday’s standout games and what to look out for

CNN  

CNN — Week 15 of the 2024 NFL season sees four games between teams currently in the playoff positions, with all four taking place on Sunday. With Russell Wilson quarterbacking the team, the Steelers are 6-1 and looking like serious playoff contenders in what is head coach Mike Tomlin’s 18th season in Pittsburgh. Not all is sunny in Philadelphia, though, …

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NBA: Joel Embiid suffers sinus fracture, misses 2nd half of 76ers’ loss to Pacers
1 week, 2 days ago

NBA: Joel Embiid suffers sinus fracture, misses 2nd half of 76ers’ loss to Pacers

The Hindu  

Joel Embiid sustained a sinus fracture when he was struck in the face going for a defensive rebound late in the first half of the Philadelphia 76ers’ loss to the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George — billed as Philadelphia’s “Big Three” after George’s offseason arrival — have played parts of only three games together. …

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Great resignation: Black teachers are fleeing Philly schools
1 week, 2 days ago

Great resignation: Black teachers are fleeing Philly schools

Raw Story  

Tracey, a high school teacher in the Philadelphia School District, remembers the hurtful comments she heard from parents when she started her career over a decade ago as a young Black teacher in what was then a predominantly white area of southwest Philly. “And I’m like, what does my race and the fact that I don’t have children have to …

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Months after a mom and military vet was gunned down on a Philadelphia street, cops say they caught a suspect
1 week, 3 days ago

Months after a mom and military vet was gunned down on a Philadelphia street, cops say they caught a suspect

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Months after a mom …

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Scott Laughton scores career-high 4 goals for the Flyers’ 4-1 victory over the Red Wings
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1 week, 3 days ago

Scott Laughton scores career-high 4 goals for the Flyers’ 4-1 victory over the Red Wings

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Scott Laughton scored a career-high four goals to break out of a drought and help the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Thursday night. After scoring just once in his previous 25 games, Laughton had his second career hat trick and became the first Flyers player to score four goals since John LeClair in 2002. …

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