Meet six Philadelphia public-school grads, and read the wise and witty words that helped launch their college careers.

Declare independence from the crowds and check out these Revolutionary sites.

From underdogs and Union connections to party starters and title contenders, here’s who to root for.

On July 4th weekend, America 250 will bury a time capsule in Independence National Historical Park. But what should a Philly time capsule really have?

Here’s when to go, where to watch, and who to root for.

Here’s how to make the most of Philadelphia’s once-in-250-years summer.

Rooting for Messi, El Tri, England, Brazil, or an underdog? Here’s where to find your people — and your match-day drink — around town.

What does a Zen guru, Philly cheerleader, rabid pirate enthusiast, and former Sixers owner do when diagnosed with terminal cancer? Climb the world’s most famous mountain, of course.

Why this chapter of our city’s story might be our best since, well, 1776