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Jeffrey Allen Townes, better known as DJ Jazzy Jeff, poses for a photo in the recording studio section of his home in Bear, Del. on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.

DJ Jazzy Jeff produces Philly’s official ‘Sonic ID’ for FIFA World Cup 2026

The West Philly native has crafted a funk song reminiscent of the Philly soul era of the 1970s, complete with a smooth blend of horns, strings, and percussions.

Melanye Finister starred as Beneatha in a People's Light production of "A Raisin in the Sun" more than 30 years ago. Today she's starring as Beneatha's mother, Mama.

Why did a veteran Philly actor take 30 years to come back to ‘A Raisin in the Sun’?

Elizabeth Wellington

Amanda Seyfried stars in the Kensington-set thriller "Long Bright River," which is streaming on Peacock.

Amanda Seyfried is in ‘awe’ of Philadelphia

Brett Goldstein (left), Jason Sudeikis, and Brendan Hunt in “Ted Lasso.” The series will return for a fourth season.

Jason Sudeikis confirms ‘Ted Lasso’ will return for fourth season — and he’ll be coaching a women’s team

Gabriela Carroll

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DJ Jazzy Jeff produces Philly’s official ‘Sonic ID’ for FIFA World Cup 2026

The West Philly native has crafted a funk song reminiscent of the Philly soul era of the 1970s, complete with a smooth blend of horns, strings, and percussions.

Jeffrey Allen Townes, better known as DJ Jazzy Jeff, poses for a photo in the recording studio section of his home in Bear, Del. on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.

Jeffrey Allen Townes, better known as DJ Jazzy Jeff, poses for a photo in the recording studio section of his home in Bear, Del. on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.

DJ Jazzy Jeff produces Philly’s official ‘Sonic ID’ for FIFA World Cup 2026

The West Philly native has crafted a funk song reminiscent of the Philly soul era of the 1970s, complete with a smooth blend of horns, strings, and percussions.

Why did a veteran Philly actor take 30 years to come back to ‘A Raisin in the Sun’?

Elizabeth Wellington

Melanye Finister starred as Beneatha in a People's Light production of "A Raisin in the Sun" more than 30 years ago. Today she's starring as Beneatha's mother, Mama.

Amanda Seyfried is in ‘awe’ of Philadelphia

Amanda Seyfried stars in the Kensington-set thriller "Long Bright River," which is streaming on Peacock.

Philadelphia Ballet’s new N. Broad St. building is becoming a reality

From front right: Ashley Lewis, Kyleigh Johnson, Anna Serratosa, and Jorge Garcia of the Philadelphia Ballet at their new building on North Broad Street on Wednesday.

Here's why you won't hear the words 'jawn' and 'cheesesteak' in Peacock's 'Long Bright River'

Liz Moore, author of "Long Bright River," was executive producer for the forthcoming Peacock series of the same name.

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Morgan Freeman speaks about Gene Hackman with an image of Gene Hackman on the screen during the Oscars on Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Gene Hackman died at home a week after wife Betsy Arakawa died from hantavirus, authorities say

Morgan Lee, Susan Montoya Bryan, and Lisa Baumann, Associated Press

Sean Baker accepts the award for best film editing for "Anora" during the Oscars on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Where to watch ‘Anora,’ ‘The Brutalist,’ and other Oscar favorites in Philadelphia-area theaters

Bedatri D. Choudhury

Morgan Freeman speaks about Gene Hackman with an image of Gene Hackman on the screen during the Oscars on Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Gene Hackman died at home a week after wife Betsy Arakawa died from hantavirus, authorities say

Morgan Lee, Susan Montoya Bryan, and Lisa Baumann, Associated Press

Sean Baker accepts the award for best film editing for "Anora" during the Oscars on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Where to watch ‘Anora,’ ‘The Brutalist,’ and other Oscar favorites in Philadelphia-area theaters

Bedatri D. Choudhury

Brett Goldstein (left), Jason Sudeikis, and Brendan Hunt in “Ted Lasso.” The series will return for a fourth season.

Jason Sudeikis confirms ‘Ted Lasso’ will return for fourth season — and he’ll be coaching a women’s team

Gabriela Carroll

Barbra Levan in front of her father’s house in Pottstown, on March 4, 2025, after the property had been cleaned out. The house will be featured on a Discovery Channel show called "Filthy Fortunes."

A sprawling, cluttered property in Pottstown got a made-for-TV cleanout

Terri Akman, For The Inquirer

Brett Goldstein (left), Jason Sudeikis, and Brendan Hunt in “Ted Lasso.” The series will return for a fourth season.

Jason Sudeikis confirms ‘Ted Lasso’ will return for fourth season — and he’ll be coaching a women’s team

Gabriela Carroll

Barbra Levan in front of her father’s house in Pottstown, on March 4, 2025, after the property had been cleaned out. The house will be featured on a Discovery Channel show called "Filthy Fortunes."

A sprawling, cluttered property in Pottstown got a made-for-TV cleanout

Terri Akman, For The Inquirer

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Renee Terhune shows off a tattoo at McGillin's Olde Ale House in Center City, Philadelphia on Friday, March 17, 2023. McGillin's continued its tradition of green beer and a celebration for St. Patrick’s Day.

☘️ Time to wear green | Things to Do

This weekend, head to the St. Patrick's Day parade, check out the cherry blossoms in your city, and dive into a new Philly Hulu series.

March skiers at the Jack Frost-Big Boulder Resort in Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains. Pocono resorts reported a good ski season for winter 2024-25.

Tourism & Gaming

‘Highest attended ski season ever’: Poconos finally catches a cold, but in a good way

Dancers from the McDade-Cara School of Irish Dance travel down Market Street during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Philadelphia on March 12, 2023.

Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2025: Route, road closures, and how to watch

The pappardelle at Centrolina in Washington in 2022. Centrolina features meticulously made regional Italian food on a frequently rotating menu.

A really Philly guide to Washington, D.C., restaurants

A Dryptosaurus aquilunguis skeleton at the museum's entrance. It was the world's first-ever discovered tyrannosaur, found in 1866, a mile from the museum site at what is now Ceres Park.

Photos of new South Jersey fossil park and dinosaur museum

The Eagles’ Jordan Mailata sings a Christmas song during an event for Operation Snowball in December.

Jordan Mailata, Philly Specials to be honored by Philadelphia Music Alliance

The Philadelphia Music Alliance will honor Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata, on behalf of the Philly Specials, on April 30 during the Walk of Fame Gala.

Philly songwriter Ron Gallo's song "If Only Zelenskyy Had a Nice Suit" has over 7 million views on Instagram.

Philly songwriter Ron Gallo goes viral with ‘If Only Zelenskyy Had a Nice Suit’ and ‘ICE at Jersey Kebab’

The Philly native's song for Ukraine has garnered more than 7 million views on Instagram

Roberta Flack at the Black Girls Rock! Awards in Newark in 2017. The legendary singer's niece says she looked up to her as a pillar of artistic excellence and integrity.

When love is music, and music is love: A thank you to my aunt, Roberta Flack

Philadelphia was one of the cities that truly embraced Roberta Flack as its own, writes the late singer's niece.

Shari Flack-Council, For The Inquirer

Kraftwerk performs at the Franklin Music Hall on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Philadelphia is the first stop on the band's "Multimedia" tour, which celebrates the 50-year anniversary of the group’s album "Autobahn."

Kraftwerk’s Philly show was a terrific, neon-lit kinetic experience

The influential German electronic band played Franklin Music Hall in celebration of the 50th anniversary of 'Autobahn,' its classic album.

Kraftwerk on stage in Dublin in 2023. The German electronic band will kick of its North American tour at the Franklin Music Hall on Thursday.

Philly music this week, with Kraftwerk, Jorja Smith, Smokey Robinson, an R.E.M. tribute, and a Philly indie music festival

The German electronic band will kick off its tour in Philly, the Motown legend plays Down the Shore, and the Fallser Club showcases local bands in East Falls.

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Gameday Central: Phillies Extra (Aidan Miller)

Gameday Central: Phillies Extra (Aidan Miller)

Phillies top positional prospect Aidan Miller joins The Inquirer’s Scott Lauber to share insights from his first major league camp, his experience in the Spring Breakout prospect showcase, and more.

David O'Neil, former manager of Reading Terminal Market, shows an old photo taken by Laszlo of the market.

Spanning centuries, Penn’s new Reading Terminal photo archive captures the ‘magic of the market’

Rosa Padilla stocking the shelves at the new Pathmark in North Philadelphia in 1999.

Philadelphia News

Supermarkets spent 60 years avoiding North Philly. But Black entrepreneurs have fought to bring — and keep — them there

Lynette Hazelton

Joseph Fulton, a boiler cook and 30-year employee, preps crab imperial for the dinner rush at the Lobster House, which is celebrating its 100th year in 2022.

New Jersey News

At the Lobster House, one of the nation’s busiest restaurants, it takes a small army to serve up seafood

Who won our Italian Hoagie Bracket?

The best Italian hoagie in Philly, according to Philadelphians

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

David O'Neil, former manager of Reading Terminal Market, shows an old photo taken by Laszlo of the market.

Spanning centuries, Penn’s new Reading Terminal photo archive captures the ‘magic of the market’

Rosa Padilla stocking the shelves at the new Pathmark in North Philadelphia in 1999.

Philadelphia News

Supermarkets spent 60 years avoiding North Philly. But Black entrepreneurs have fought to bring — and keep — them there

Lynette Hazelton

Joseph Fulton, a boiler cook and 30-year employee, preps crab imperial for the dinner rush at the Lobster House, which is celebrating its 100th year in 2022.

New Jersey News

At the Lobster House, one of the nation’s busiest restaurants, it takes a small army to serve up seafood

Who won our Italian Hoagie Bracket?

The best Italian hoagie in Philly, according to Philadelphians

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

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