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FIFA Clears Folarin Balogun for USMNT’s World Cup Match Against Belgium U.S. men’s national team forward Folarin Balogun has been cleared by FIFA to play in Monday’s World Cup Round of 16 match against Belgium after his one-match suspension was lifted, according to a report published Sunday.1 The decision reverses what had appeared to be […]

Five Arrested After Flag-Burning Attempt During Philadelphia’s July Fourth Celebrations Five people were arrested in Center City on Saturday after police said a small group of protesters tried to burn an American flag during Philadelphia’s Fourth of July celebrations, interrupting what officials otherwise described as a largely peaceful day across the city. According to police, […]

Philadelphia’s World Cup Moment Draws Nearly 410,000 Fans Philadelphia’s run as a host city for the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup ended with the kind of numbers that signal more than just a successful sports event — they point to a full-scale civic showcase. Over six matches at Philadelphia Stadium, nearly 410,000 fans came through […]

Rain Didn’t Stop Philly’s July 4th Concert as The Roots, Meek Mill and Will Smith Close Out Celebration Philadelphia’s marquee July 4 celebration stretched deep into the early morning hours after severe weather halted the city’s “One Philly: Unity Concert for America,” but organizers ultimately brought the show back — and ended the night with […]

The shooting in a Florida Walmart parking lot illustrates how the right to bear arms truly doesn’t apply to Black people.

Celebrate America's 250th by understanding the complexities of Black American patriotism through powerful music and history.

Mondawmin Mall, a 70-year-old Baltimore landmark, reflects urban resilience and community evolution in America.

As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th year, the expected patriotism of a sanitized history exposes the deep chasm Black Americans must navigate every Fourth of July.

Donald Trump's income increased by more than $2.2 billion, due mostly to his cryptocurrency holdings and related ventures, according to his latest financial disclosure forms.

Sixers acquire Jaylen Brown from Celtics in blockbuster NBA trade, reshaping Eastern Conference landscape

Rich Paul spoke with Max Kellerman via their Game Over podcast and the discussion of LeBron James on the move was front and center.

R&B legend Q Parker celebrates 30 years in music, gearing up for new album and cruise performance, inspiring fans with his romance-filled sound.