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Man in Chucky-style mask terrorises Philadelphia residents
"It was just weird, like some twisted game": At least half a dozen people were threatened near City Hall last week.
August 18, 2026Machado Garry heavily booed at UFC 330 news conference
Ian Machado Garry says fans will be chanting his name when he beats welterweight champion Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 after they relentlessly boo him at a news conference in Philadelphia.
August 14, 2026I do not have much time left in UFC - Makhachev
Islam Makhachev says he "does not have much time" left in the UFC as the Russian prepares to make the first defence of his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on Saturday.
August 13, 2026FAA delaying flights at New York, Philadelphia airports - Reuters
FAA delaying flights at New York, Philadelphia airports Reuters
July 27, 2026'Maybe he's a racist' - Trump critical of James
United States President Donald Trump said LeBron James might be "a racist" when asked if the basketball star is the "best ever" to play the sport.
July 25, 2026LeBron James joining Philadelphia 76ers for title shot in 'last decision' - Reuters
LeBron James joining Philadelphia 76ers for title shot in 'last decision' Reuters
July 24, 2026Vyner braced for eye-opening Wrexham popularity in US
Wrexham defender Zak Vyner is looking forward to see for himself how popular the Welsh club are in the United States.
July 24, 2026US marks its 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers and extreme weather
US President Donald Trump's speech included some of his political agenda but also honoured war veterans and American history.
July 5, 2026France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts
After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win against a Paraguay side whose use of the dark arts angered many of those watching.
July 5, 2026US judge halts Philadelphia's 'ICE Out' ban on masked federal law enforcement agents - Reuters
US judge halts Philadelphia's 'ICE Out' ban on masked federal law enforcement agents Reuters
July 2, 2026United, free and brilliant - can anyone stop France masterclass?
France boss Didier Deschamps urges caution despite watching his side dismantle Sweden to leave Les Bleus fans dreaming of winning the World Cup.
July 1, 2026Could a heatwave make World Cup matches 'unsafe' this week?
Temperatures are expected to soar across parts of the US and Canada this week which could bring significant health impacts to some World Cup matches.
June 29, 2026Ex-England bowler Plunkett makes pro baseball debut
Former England fast bowler Liam Plunkett trades the cricket field for the baseball diamond as he makes his professional debut for a minor league team in the United States.
June 27, 2026'We could call it racist' - Ivory Coast boss sad at Schweinsteiger comments
Ivory Coast boss Emerse Fae says comments from ex-Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger about their "wild" playing style could be considered racist.
June 26, 2026France v Iraq World Cup game second half in Philadelphia delayed due to thunderstorms, FIFA says - Reuters
France v Iraq World Cup game second half in Philadelphia delayed due to thunderstorms, FIFA says Reuters
June 22, 2026Stadium gates for France v Iraq game in Philadelphia now open - Reuters
Stadium gates for France v Iraq game in Philadelphia now open Reuters
June 22, 2026Gates open after bad weather affects France-Iraq tie
Fans have been told not to travel to the Philadelphia Stadium for Monday's World Cup game between France and Iraq because of "inclement weather in the region".
June 22, 2026Money Box
Civil service pensioners face further delays to payments.
June 20, 2026New video game console aims to get kids moving
The cube-shaped console will cost £269 (€319) when it is released on 22 June in the UK and Ireland.
June 20, 2026Trump administration may alter slavery exhibit at Philadelphia site, court says - Reuters
Trump administration may alter slavery exhibit at Philadelphia site, court says Reuters
June 18, 2026Machado Garry to face Makhachev for UFC title
Ian Machado Garry is set to become the first Irishman since Conor McGregor to fight for a UFC title when he faces Islam Makhachev for the welterweight belt in Philadelphia on 15 August.
June 18, 2026Partey misled Canadian officials over previous arrest
Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's World Cup opener after an appeal against the decision not to grant him a visa is turned down.
June 17, 2026Mbappe becomes France's record scorer with two goals at World Cup - Reuters
Mbappe becomes France's record scorer with two goals at World Cup Reuters
June 16, 2026Amad scores 90th-minute winner for Ivory Coast
Watch how Ivory Coast's Amad Diallo wins their Group E match against Ecuador in the 90th minute at the 2026 World Cup.
June 15, 2026Millions of people can get discounts on their bills - here's how
Lower social tariffs allow many people on benefits to get cheaper deals for water, broadband and phone.
June 14, 2026Teenager Diomande starts for Ivory Coast against Ecuador - Reuters
Teenager Diomande starts for Ivory Coast against Ecuador Reuters
June 14, 2026Spectacular Vinicius Jr goal earns Brazil draw against Morocco
Vinicius Jr scores a spectacular solo goal to earn a draw for five-time winners Brazil against Morocco at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
June 14, 2026Trump administration must restore history, science materials at parks, US judge rules - Reuters
Trump administration must restore history, science materials at parks, US judge rules Reuters
June 12, 2026Red-hot SpaceX IPO may burn retail buyers - Reuters
Red-hot SpaceX IPO may burn retail buyers Reuters
June 11, 2026Elon Musk's SpaceX kicks off mega IPO wave with $75 billion haul - Reuters
Elon Musk's SpaceX kicks off mega IPO wave with $75 billion haul Reuters
June 11, 2026OpenAI plans to go public, intensifying investment race with Anthropic
The company behind ChatGPT filed its plans one week after Anthropic did the same.
June 8, 2026'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions
Fans across the world say US travel bans and visa regulations make them feel excluded from the World Cup.
June 7, 2026Hip-hop pioneer, Afrika Bambaataa, dies aged 67
The Bronx born rapper's global hit Planet Rock is credited with shaping hip-hop in the 1980s.
April 10, 2026Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect expected to plead guilty to eighth victim
Architect Rex Heuermann will appear in court on Wednesday when he is expected to plead guilty to murder charges.
April 8, 2026DHS says US could stop processing international travelers at some airports in 'sanctuary cities' - Reuters
DHS says US could stop processing international travelers at some airports in 'sanctuary cities' Reuters
April 7, 2026Kuwait Petroleum Corp reports damage at units after Iran drone attack - Reuters
Kuwait Petroleum Corp reports damage at units after Iran drone attack Reuters
April 5, 2026Saudi Arabia's non-oil business activity shrinks in March amid conflict, PMI shows - Reuters
Saudi Arabia's non-oil business activity shrinks in March amid conflict, PMI shows Reuters
April 5, 2026Judge dismisses most of Blake Lively's claims in Justin Baldoni harassment suit
The judge dismissed all but three claims against Baldoni weeks before a trial date.
April 2, 2026'Something needs to be done' - Americans struggle as petrol prices surge
The average price at the pump has topped $4 in the US for the first time since 2022 as the Iran war continues to push up fuel prices.
March 31, 2026Rallies planned in thousands of US cities for 'No Kings' protest against Trump - Reuters
Rallies planned in thousands of US cities for 'No Kings' protest against Trump Reuters
March 28, 2026Two dead after winter storm hammers the US northeast
Two people died when a tree fell on their car during a historic winter storm that has also delayed flights and left thousands without power.
February 24, 2026'Exciting' or 'Frustrating'? - East coast locals and tourists react to record snow
At least 40 million people are under a blizzard warning and more than 600,000 homes and business are without power due to the storm.
February 23, 2026More than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow
A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations.
February 23, 2026Wall St futures, dollar skid on US tariff tumult - Reuters
Wall St futures, dollar skid on US tariff tumult Reuters
February 23, 2026Powerful winter storm targets US northeast as NYC issues travel ban
The nor'easter storm has led to travel restrictions in multiple areas, including a full travel ban in New York City.
February 22, 2026Blizzard conditions set to bring major disruption to East Coast
Blizzard conditions are set to bring major disruption across the northeastern United States, with wind gusts of up to 70mph expected.
February 22, 2026