• Hurricane Ian Nears Category 5 | Targets Florida

    PHILADELPHIA - Hurricane Ian has reached Category 5 and is rapidly moving toward the mainland of Florida. It's expected to land in a hurricane warning area by Wednesday night. The region from Longboat Key to Bonita Beach is expected to feel the worst storm surge. Hurricane Ian is expected to cause significant damage to property and life.


  • I Finally Did Dîner en Blanc, and It Was More Than Just a Pretty Picnic

    PHILADELPHIA - "Are we really doing this?" I asked myself as my guest and I navigated the subway, clumsily carrying a folded table and two chairs. I'll admit, I was a Dîner en Blanc skeptic. The effort—the all-white dress code, the secrecy, the self-catering—seemed like a lot of work for a dinner party. I had been assured it was worth it, and last night, I found out why.


  • Introducing the 76ers' New Roster Additions for 2023

    PHILADELPHIA - Over recent months, Philadelphia 76ers have been strong and playing great games. With Joel Embiid and former Sixers star Ben Simmons leading the way, the team had consistently made the playoffs and nearly won a championship. Nevertheless, they fell short of their target.


  • Iron Hill Brewery 30+ New Menu Items

    PHILADELPHIA - Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant has launched a new all-day menu.The diverse menu is now available at Iron Hill restaurants in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Greenville, South Carolina. It broadens offerings while capturing elements that separate the growing restaurant group from its competitors.


  • Is Philly Ready for the 2026 World Cup? Inside the Fan Fest, Stadium Upgrades, and Transit Plans

    Phillycaller Icon 48PHILADELPHIA - The wait is officially over. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just weeks away, and Philadelphia is gearing up to host six massive matches—including a highly anticipated Round of 16 knockout match on the Fourth of July that aligns with the nation's 250th anniversary.


  • Is Spotify Premium Worth It in 2023?

    PHILADELPHIA - The prices of Spotify premium plans are different in different countries, so paying attention to your own currency is important.  The United States and European countries have different prices than those in Indonesia. This means that you may be able to find cheaper premium plans in your own country if you check your currency at the end of each section.


  • Is This The Last Year for The Philadelphia Folk Festival?

    PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Folk Festival is hanging on by a thread this year, and the question is: why? The festival has changed Philadelphia's cultural landscape in a significant way, and the city can no longer sustain itself without it. However, with a few important changes coming to the festival, it may be worth the wait. Read on to learn about the reasons behind the festival's recent troubles.


  • Jeremiah Program Launches Alumni Fellowship Program

    New York, NY  — Jeremiah Program, a national nonprofit with a proven model to disrupt cycles of poverty for single mothers and their children two generations at a time, today announced the Jeremiah Program Alumni Fellowship program. This innovative leadership program and network of Jeremiah Program graduates will ensure that the voices of single mothers are included in determining the organization's programs and policy agenda. The first-ever cohort of fellows includes 13 mothers representing five Jeremiah Program campuses.

  • Jet Wine Garden Returns to In-Person Tastings In Style

    PHILADELPHIA PA - The Jet Wine Bar, Philadelphia's 'global vineyard,' is making their long-awaited return to in-person wine tastings on Tuesday, May 11 from 6 - 8 pm, with Booker Vineyard Wine Tasting, an in-depth tasting of four California wines guided by special guest, Owner, and Winemaker Eric Jensen, at Jet Wine Garden, the wine bar's adjacent outdoor oasis.

  • Jimmy Carter Lies in State at U.S. Capitol

    Former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29, 2024, at 100, was honored with a solemn military procession to the U.S. Capitol, where he lay in state. This gesture allowed the public to pay their respects to the man known for his profound impact as president and a humanitarian leader.


  • Jimmy Carter Passes at 100: Legacy of Peace and Service

    PLAINS, GA - Former President Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, passed away peacefully on Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia, at the age of 100. His death marks the end of an era for a man whose legacy extends far beyond his single term in the White House. Carter had been under hospice care since February 2023, following a series of health challenges in his later years.
  • Johnson Pauses Ukraine Aid for New Policy Direction

    WASHINGTON, DC—House Speaker Mike Johnson has announced that no additional funding for Ukraine will be included in the upcoming Continuing Resolution (CR), marking a significant shift in U.S. support for the ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe. This move reflects Johnson's intention to reassess and potentially redirect policy in light of recent geopolitical changes and the presidential election results.
  • Johnson's Speakership: Trump's Endorsement Amidst GOP Dissent

    Washington, D.C. - Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) is navigating turbulent waters as his leadership faces robust support from former President Donald Trump and significant dissent within the Republican ranks. Despite Trump's vocal endorsement, Johnson's position as Speaker is anything but secure, highlighting the fractures within the GOP as they approach critical legislative battles.
  • Jonathan Rachman Designs "The Garlic Peanut Story"

    San Francisco, CA - San Francisco-based multi-hyphened creative, event planner to the elite and owner of Jonathan Rachman Designs adds author to his repertoire with his memoir, The Garlic Peanut Story.

  • JosiahKids to Host Second Annual Youth Leadership Awards

    ATLANTA -- JosiahKids Inc. will host their 2nd annual youth leadership award ceremony honoring the outstanding achievements of young students and teens between the ages of seven and 17, globally.


  • Joy Reid's Claim Sparks Controversy Over Military Use

    New York – MSNBC hostJoy Reid has ignited a firestorm of debate with her recentcontroversial claim on her showThe ReidOut. Reid suggested that if former PresidentDonald Trump were to return to office, he might consider usingmilitary force domestically againstAmerican citizens. This assertion has led to widespread criticism onsocial media, where users have accused her offear-mongering and spreadingmisinformation.
  • Kidsplosion USA Establishes Location in Uganda

    ATLANTA - The daughter of late actor/writer Mike Evans from Good Times and The Jeffersons is spreading “good times” internationally to underprivileged communities.


  • Kimmel Center and The Philadelphia Orchestra Form a New Company

    PHILADELPHIA, PA - The Kimmel Center and Philadelphia Orchestra announced that they will be joining forces to form a new parent company, The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center, Inc.

  • Kimmel Center Will Reopen With The Return of Hamilton

    PHILADELPHIA PA - With positive news and reports from Broadway touring industry organizations, the Kimmel Cultural Campus is announcing the return of live Broadway programming to Philadelphia in the fall of 2021 after being closed for more than a year due to COVID-19.

  • Kimmel Cultural Campus Celebrates Black History Month

    PHILADELPHIA, PA - The Kimmel Cultural Campus celebrates the accomplishments, heritage, and artistic contributions of African Americans through a variety of digital Black History Month programs throughout the month of February.