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reporter at @inquirer.com, cofounder kensingtonvoice.com | [email protected] (he/him)
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I wrote about Larry King’s estate sale. I am currently the high bidder on the Pac-10 baseball from the 2000s. defector.com/13-things-i-...
13 Things I Learned From The Larry King Estate Sale | Defector
An estate sale gives you a chance to look inside a person’s life. Did they own nice silverware? Were they a hoarder of worthless little tchotchkes? Did they have a creepy doll collection? A normal and...
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August 6, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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Are there more pressing things in the world to be concerned about than culinary semantics?

Absolutely, but being ridiculously petty about unimportant stuff to grease the pain of existence is an art form, and Philly is a true master of the craft.

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My Delco hoagie came in a godforsaken bag that said ‘Submarine’
The very foundation of everything I've learned about hoagies since moving here was shaken by a paper bag.
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August 6, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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I tried to narrow down It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia's best seasons down to the Top 5 for @inquirer.com. The Gang has put Philly's irrevent humor and crassness on full display for the past 20 years.

Here are the 5 best seasons, ranked: www.inquirer.com/entertainmen...
The 5 best seasons of ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,’ ranked
The Philadelphia Inquirer ranks the best seasons of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." Not all can be winners, but some are comedic gold.
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August 5, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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And don't miss my colleague @mediabyhenry.bsky.social's great breakdown of the show's five best seasons

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The 5 best seasons of ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,’ ranked
The Philadelphia Inquirer ranks the best seasons of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." Not all can be winners, but some are comedic gold.
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August 4, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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From @inquirer.com colleague @mediabyhenry.bsky.social:

Where to watch the FIFA Club World Cup in Philly: 11 bars for serious soccer fans

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Where to watch the FIFA Club World Cup in Philly: 11 bars for serious soccer fans
From Tír na nÓg to Philly’s new FIFA-affiliated Lion Sports Bar, these 11 soccer pubs are top spots to watch the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup matches in Philadelphia.
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June 17, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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‘No one wants war’: Philly advocacy groups react to U.S. bombings in Iran www.inquirer.com/news/us-iran... via @inquirer.com
‘No one wants war’: Philly advocacy groups react to U.S. bombings in Iran
Iranians across the Philadelphia region were on edge Sunday after the strikes, so were friends and relatives of people living in Israel who feared retaliation.
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June 23, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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From @inquirer.com colleague @mediabyhenry.bsky.social:

A service guide to Club World Cup games in Philadelphia for newcomers and casual fans.

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The FIFA Club World Cup is coming to Philly. Here’s what you need to know.
Philadelphia will host eight FIFA Club World Cup matches at Lincoln Financial Field this summer in June and July.
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June 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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A Philly family that converted a Wawa into an elevated halal market is now eyeing up their latest venture — taking over the former Big Lots store next door. Seated dining, better takeout, and more. www.inquirer.com/food/asr-mar... via @inquirer.com
This Northeast Philly halal market turned a Wawa into a hit. Now it’s taking over a Big Lots.
ASR Market, a halal grocery that began in a converted Wawa, is expanding into a former Big Lots building in Northeast Philadelphia with a larger location and dine-in space.
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June 10, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Philly residents reported more than 6k potholes over the past year. @mediabyhenry.bsky.social and Lizzie Mulvey report on what the city did about them. Come for the watchdog data journalism. Stay for the video of a skateboarder doing a sick ollie over a giant pothole www.inquirer.com/news/philade...
Where potholes rule the streets: Ranking Philly’s most pothole-plagued neighborhoods
The Inquirer maps out which neighborhoods have the most potholes in Philadelphia and explains how the city repairs roads.
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May 19, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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This story about Philly potholes has a little of everything: maps, furious city residents, buried traffic cones, skateboarding.

Via @inquirer.com data reporter Lizzie Mulvey and @mediabyhenry.bsky.social
Where potholes rule the streets: Ranking Philly’s most pothole-plagued neighborhoods
The Inquirer maps out which neighborhoods have the most potholes in Philadelphia and explains how the city repairs roads.
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May 19, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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What Philadelphia neighborhood has the most potholes and the slowest repair times? See where your neighborhood ranks with this new data piece via @inquirer.com www.inquirer.com/news/philade...
Where potholes rule the streets: Ranking Philly’s most pothole-plagued neighborhoods
The Inquirer maps out which neighborhoods have the most potholes in Philadelphia and explains how the city repairs roads.
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May 19, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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Inquirer reporter @mediabyhenry.bsky.social explains what you need to know if you’re flying soon and don’t have a REAL ID. (4/4)
Flying soon and don’t have a REAL ID? The May 7 deadline is here — here’s what to know.
REAL ID or other eligible identification is required to board domestic flights at PHL airport, or travelers risk added wait times at TSA checkpoints.
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May 7, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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Everything you need to know about visiting the 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show: www.inquirer.com/things-to-do... via @inquirer.com
Everything you need to know about the 2025 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show
A complete guide to the 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show, including schedule, tickets, parking, food, exhibits on display and more.
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February 26, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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An N.J. bill could allow medical dispensaries to start selling recreational weed without a town's approval. A potential legal battle looms for a North Jersey "opt out" town. via @inquirer.com www.inquirer.com/business/wee...
February 26, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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With new White House immigration policies and an ICE raid happening in North Philly this week, here's what you need to know about your rights when dealing with Immigration and Customs Enforcement: www.inquirer.com/news/philade... via @inquirer.com
What are your rights if ICE comes to your home or work?
Immigration enforcement is expected to increase under the Trump administration. Here's a refresher on your rights when interacting with ICE at home or work.
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January 30, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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If you're not already going to local shows at #NextInLineComedy, #CavePhilly, or #DontTellComedy, check out these stand-up comedians coming to Philadelphia this year: www.inquirer.com/things-to-do... via @inquirer.com
The best stand-up comedy to see in Philadelphia in 2025
Philadelphia's best stand-up comedy shows include Saturday Night Live cast members, Nate Bargatze, Deon Cole, Adam Ray, Kathy Griffin, Jordan Jensen, Andrew Santino, Asif Ali, Rachel Scanlon and more.
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January 13, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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After months of radio silence, New Jersey's empty weed lounges can soon apply for licenses, with the possibility of lounges opening in 2025. Plus, how will A.C. dispensaries compete with an oversaturated market? inquirer.com/business/wee... via
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After months of ‘radio silence,’ A.C.’s empty cannabis lounges inch closer to opening
New Jersey regulators will open applications for weed lounges soon. Atlantic City dispensary owners have been preparing for months.
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December 18, 2024 at 3:21 PM
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After months of radio silence, New Jersey's empty weed lounges can soon apply for licenses, with the possibility of lounges opening in 2025. Plus, how will A.C. dispensaries compete with an oversaturated market? inquirer.com/business/wee... via
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After months of ‘radio silence,’ A.C.’s empty cannabis lounges inch closer to opening
New Jersey regulators will open applications for weed lounges soon. Atlantic City dispensary owners have been preparing for months.
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December 18, 2024 at 3:21 PM
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Rite Aid "zombies" are all over the Philly region since the national pharmacy giant filed for bankruptcy. @inquirer.com looks into what remains of Rite Aid in Philly and what the future of these shell stores hold: inquirer.com/business/ret...
70+ Rite Aids have recently closed in the Philly area. What’s become of them?
Rite Aid has closed 70+ stores in the Philly area since 2022, and even more before that. What's become of them?
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December 16, 2024 at 2:33 PM
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Philly's "Chicken Man," is challenging NYC's "Cheeseball Man" to a boxing match. Why? Because Philadelphians are tired of seeing NYC take our sauce and turn it into something "tacky." Here's a breakdown of the beef: inquirer.com/news/philade... via @inquirer.com
Philly’s ‘Chicken Man’ to NYC rip-off: ‘Fight me’
Philly folk legend, Alexendar Tominsky, a.k.a “Chicken Man,” is challenging Anthony Po to a boxing match at the site of the old Melrose Diner.
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December 12, 2024 at 4:02 PM
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Philly's "Chicken Man," is challenging NYC's "Cheeseball Man" to a boxing match. Why? Because Philadelphians are tired of seeing NYC take our sauce and turn it into something "tacky." Here's a breakdown of the beef: inquirer.com/news/philade... via @inquirer.com
Philly’s ‘Chicken Man’ to NYC rip-off: ‘Fight me’
Philly folk legend, Alexendar Tominsky, a.k.a “Chicken Man,” is challenging Anthony Po to a boxing match at the site of the old Melrose Diner.
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December 12, 2024 at 4:02 PM
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The man police are questioning for the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson started a club at UPenn to develop video games: inquirer.com/news/pennsyl... via
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Ex-Penn student is person of interest in shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO; was taken into custody in Altoona
The man was detained at a McDonald's in Altoona. Police have been searching for a suspect since Brian Thompson was fatally shot in Manhattan last week.
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December 9, 2024 at 8:38 PM
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With some big travel days ahead, we looked at the on-time performance of PHL's biggest airlines.

Via @mediabyhenry.bsky.social and featuring the @inquirer.com debut of data reporter Joe Yerardi!

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December 5, 2024 at 2:38 PM
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My first for @theintercept.com:

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Three Teachers Tried to Give Palestinian Students a Safe Haven — and It Cost Them Their Jobs
The Philadelphia school ordered teachers to “stay neutral” on Israel’s war on Gaza, but they helped students make pro-Palestine posters.
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December 3, 2024 at 8:48 PM
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SEPTA increased prices from $25 cents to $2 for Regional Rail and Metro riders in the Philadelphia region. Here's a complete breakdown of the price increases based on how you pay and what station you leave from: www.inquirer.com/transportati... via @inquirer.com
How much did SEPTA fares increase? A helpful breakdown of each service
SEPTA fares increased on Dec. 1 on subway, trolley, bus, and Regional Rail.
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December 2, 2024 at 9:31 PM