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Two-time Super Bowl champion Osi Umenyiora is helping African athletes reach the NFL without ever playing football before. Nigerian Uar Bernard just became the latest success story after being drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles.
Tanner Antalosky celebrated his final cancer treatment with a bell-ringing ceremony and got the surprise of a lifetime from his care team. The 10-year-old Eagles superfan received a DeVonta Smith jersey and a party filled with green decorations at Lehigh Valley's Topper Cancer Institute.
Where only five breeding pairs of bald eagles lived in Louisiana during the 1960s, tour guides now spot up to 60 eagles on a single outing. This remarkable comeback shows how targeted conservation efforts can bring a species back from the brink.
Scientists are using blood samples from baby bald eagles to map PFAS contamination across Wisconsin's rivers. The eagles act as early warning systems for toxins threatening both wildlife and people.
A Chelan County road worker spent three days monitoring an injured bald eagle he discovered while clearing a deer carcass, refusing to abandon the national symbol until rescuers could arrive. The eagle is now recovering at a rehabilitation facility.
A bald eagle rescued from a Truckee trail six weeks ago is now flying in specialized rehabilitation chambers, marking a major milestone in its journey back to the wild. The eagle's progress reflects a stunning comeback story for a species that nearly disappeared from America's skies.
A quick-thinking citizen and Bradenton police officers rescued a struggling bald eagle from a busy intersection, getting the injured bird life-saving treatment. The eagle, now named Freedom, is recovering with wildlife experts after receiving care for an infected wing.
When a concerned citizen spotted an injured bald eagle struggling on a busy Florida street, a quick call sparked a coordinated rescue effort that saved the majestic bird's life. The eagle, now named Freedom, is recovering and eating well under expert care.
Starting January 2027, Philadelphia will require employers to provide reasonable accommodations for menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause symptoms. The groundbreaking ordinance follows Rhode Island's lead and sets a new standard for workplace protections.
When five people spotted a bald eagle struggling on a busy highway, Delta police jumped into action, scooping the injured bird into their cruiser before it could be hit again. Now the 10-year-old eagle is fighting to recover at a wildlife rehab center, with caregivers hopeful he'll soar again.
A bald eagle is healing at a Vancouver Island wildlife center after being shot, while British Columbia moves forward with a historic ban on lead ammunition to protect raptors. The province's proposed regulation could save countless eagles from accidental poisoning.
Two bald eagle chicks hatched over Easter weekend in California's San Bernardino National Forest, delighting thousands watching the live stream. Jackie and Shadow, the eagle parents who've become internet celebrities, raised $1.6 million from fans to protect their nesting ground.
Formerly incarcerated individuals in Philadelphia walked across Temple University's stage Friday after completing a workforce training program designed to launch new careers. The city's Office of Public Safety program combines job skills with therapy and behavioral support for lasting change.
Philadelphia just became the latest city to officially ban horse-drawn carriages, closing the door on an industry that exposed animals to dangerous urban conditions. The new law ensures the practice can never return to the City of Brotherly Love.
Philadelphia made real progress reducing gun violence and poverty rates according to a new Pew report. The wins show sustained community efforts are paying off in one of America's largest cities.
Philadelphia just installed charging stations that power up electric vehicles in 20 minutes instead of hours. The city plans to switch its entire fleet to clean vehicles by 2030.
Twenty Philadelphia-area students will each receive $5,000 scholarships from Dunkin' to pursue their college dreams this fall. The beloved coffee chain has now invested nearly $1 million in local education since 2009.
Major League Baseball and the Philadelphia Phillies are pouring over $5 million into projects that will transform veteran services, youth baseball fields, and literacy programs ahead of the 2026 All-Star Game. The investment continues a 29-year tradition that has channeled nearly $125 million into host cities.
West Coast Eagles' young star Harley Reid delivered a masterclass performance, leading his team from behind to upset the GWS Giants by 17 points. The 20-year-old's career-best game helped the Eagles snap a six-game losing streak in front of nearly 37,000 fans.
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While other cities hike transit prices tenfold for the 2026 World Cup, Philadelphia is giving fans free rides home after every match. Thanks to an Airbnb partnership, soccer lovers can celebrate without worrying about the cost of getting back safely.
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