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BeWOW Six-Week Challenge: Week 3

You made it to Week 3! Feel like you’re dragging? Think of it this way: At the end of this week, you’ll have completed half […]

Foobooz

Cheu Noodle Bar Kicking Off a Pop-Up Series

Cheu Noodle Bar is kicking off a series of pop-up collaborations on Tuesday, August 6th. For the first event Ben Puchowitz is working with Scott […]

The Scene

The Philadelphia Zoo’s Fifth Annual Summer Ale Festival

The Philadelphia Zoo’s Fifth Annual Summer Ale Festival was held Sat., July 20, attracting nearly 1,200 people. The annual event combines an exceptional sampling of […]

Birds 24/7

Roseman: Vick Knew There Would Be A Competition

Howie Roseman addressed the media Monday afternoon as rookies and selected vets reported to the NovaCare Complex for the start of training camp.

When the Eagles last gathered — at minicamp back in June — Michael Vick made it known that he would like Chip Kelly to name his starting quarterback prior to camp opening. That obviously did not happen.

The Eagles general manager was asked if the idea of an open competition was discussed with Vick when the two sides were working on a restructured contract.

“Every conversation I’ve had and everyone in this building has had with Michael about competition, he’s all for it,” said Roseman. “He wants the best players to play and he’s not shying away from competition in any aspect. He knew that when we signed him — he knew there was going to be competition at every spot — and he said nothing other than he wants to compete.”

Property

House of the Week: Magnificent 1860 Brownstone Listed for $4.3 Million

This 19th-century brownstone at 20th and Spruce is simply exquisite. From the boxed wainscoting and triple crown molding to the hand-carved door frames and carved […]

Be Well Philly

To Do This Week: Michael Jackson vs. Janet Jackson Ride at Flywheel

Which Jackson is the best Jackson? You decide this week at Flywheel, which will host a head-to-head theme ride rocking both Michael and Janet tunes. […]

Property

Most Unusual Home With Secret Zen Room Is Under Contract!

The five-bedroom blue house at 933 Caldonia Street has hardwood floors, a large deck, a huge backyard, a pool and two-car garage. Still, none of that […]

Be Well Philly

Stay Safe in the Sun

Learn about the new FDA guidelines for sunscreen with this video from Dr. Oz.

Birds 24/7

Eagles’ Roster Breakdown: The 90-Man Rating System

Today marks the beginning of a new era of Eagles football, and here at Birds 24/7, that means it’s time to try something new.

At the beginning of each training camp, I like to take a look at the roster, position-by-position. It helps me figure out where the true battles will take place, how the final 53 might shape up, etc.

This week, 90 men will take the field at the NovaCare Complex. Some are hoping to be Pro Bowlers; others would be happy with a spot on the practice squad.

Keeping that in mind, allow me to introduce the Kapadia Training Camp Rankings (yes, the name needs work). The idea is simple. Below you will find a five-tiered rating system.

Birds 24/7

Eagles Wake-Up Call: Training Camp Is Here

Tomorrow marks the one-year anniversary of Birds 24/7.  Amazing how much has changed since we launched.

Here is an excerpt from our first post:

 The Eagles are coming off a devastatingly disappointing season and the head coach, ring-less for 13 years and counting, is in full fight-out-of-the-corner mode. Joe Banner has been exiled, the organization is potentially on the verge of a significant restructuring  but no worries, says the quarterback, the Eagles have what it takes to create a dynasty. You get the feeling, one way or another, something big is about to go down.

We all know how it played out. The Eagles went 4-12, Andy Reid was fired after 14 years of service, and Chip Kelly got the gig following a roller-coaster coaching search. Now, a lot about the team is unrecognizable. The roster, the staff, the philosophy, practices, even the training camp location has changed. The old guard has been replaced by the new school.

Is the new school legit? That question will keep the Eagles in the national spotlight for the foreseeable future. That, and a quarterback competition/controversy that could ultimately involve three different players.

It is an amazing time to follow this team. There are endless story lines and so many questions to be answered. And it all starts now. We’re excited to get it going.

Birds 24/7

What They’re Saying: All Eyes On Vick Vs. Foles

Michael VickWith training camp just about here, the Eagles’ quarterback competition is getting a lot of attention from the national media. Here’s the roundup.

Birds 24/7

On Chip Kelly, Statistics, Math And Turnovers

Chip Kelly on the one number he pays attention to in the box score, plus some extended thoughts on the Eagles’ use of analytics and math.

Birds 24/7

Eagles Training Camp Preview: Safeties

Nate AllenWhat are fair expectations for Kenny Phillips? And does rookie Earl Wolff have a chance to start right away? Our training camp preview series rolls on with a look at the safeties.

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Property

Wealthy Millennials See Condos on Instagram, Feel Cool, Spend Millions

Bucking the recent conventional wisdom that millennials are holding off on buying homes due to a fear of getting into further debt, the Wall Street […]

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Property

Splendiferous Renovation: Abandoned Row Home Becomes Artist’s Eco-Friendly Paradise

With fraught conversation over vacant land and properties in the news almost every day, it’s gratifying to see the occasional example of what can be […]