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    The Trump administration is preparing to sharply roll back US clean car rules, the emissions and fuel-efficiency standards that govern how polluting new vehicles can be. Major outlets including the New York Times and Philadelphia Inquirer report the plan, which would mark one of the biggest reversals of federal climate policy for the auto industry and is likely to trigger legal fights and debate over costs for drivers and manufacturers.

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    The Philadelphia Phillies are in danger of a historic collapse in the MLB playoffs, blowing a series lead and now facing elimination. Fans and commentators are debating whether the team's lineup has gone cold at the worst possible time, and what another early exit would mean for a roster built to win a championship.

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    Editorial Series Examines How Trump Has Profited From Office▼The Art of the Steal: How Donald Trump has been lining his pockets | Editorial series✉newsCultureArt2 h ago

    The Philadelphia Inquirer has launched an editorial series, 'The Art of the Steal', examining how Donald Trump has been lining his pockets. The series argues that Trump has used his political position for personal financial gain. It adds to ongoing debate about the blending of the Trump presidency with his family business interests.

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    MLB playoff bracket set as Astros take AL West●MLB playoffs 2026 tracker: Astros win AL West, Phillies hang on for wild card — final playoff bracket, seeding and schedule after MLB finish✉newsSportBaseball2 h ago

    The 2026 MLB regular season has concluded, and the playoff field is now fixed. The Houston Astros have claimed the AL West title, while the Philadelphia Phillies secured a National League wild card spot. Sports outlets are publishing the full bracket, seeding details and postseason schedule as fans weigh up first-round matchups.

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    Eagles Beat Titans in Week 2 NFL Action●Philadelphia Eagles vs Tennessee Titans Game Highlights | 2026 NFL Season Week 2▶youtubeSportFootball1.3M1 h ago

    The Philadelphia Eagles faced the Tennessee Titans in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season, with the league releasing full game highlights that drew heavy attention. Fans have been reacting to the matchup's key plays and results as the new season gets underway.

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    Phillies clinch playoff berth after turbulent week▼Phillies at last punch playoff ticket after tumultuous week✉newsSportBaseball1 h ago

    The Philadelphia Phillies have secured a place in the Major League Baseball playoffs, doing so at the end of a week marked by turbulence around the club. The clinching ends uncertainty over their post-season fate, and attention now turns to their seeding and how the team will carry momentum into October baseball.

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    Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent cleared for Week 3 against Eagles▼Tyson Bagent clears concussion protocol: Bears QB avoids injury designation for Week 3 game against Eagles✉newsSportSports1 h ago

    Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has cleared concussion protocol and carries no injury designation ahead of the team's Week 3 game against the Philadelphia Eagles. His availability removes uncertainty at the quarterback position for Chicago as they prepare for the matchup, giving the Bears their expected option under center this weekend.

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    The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Tampa Bay Rays, stretching their losing streak as the National League wild card race goes down to the final games. Rays slugger Junior Caminero hit his 42nd home run, driving in his 100th run of the season. Philadelphia holds the third wild card spot by just one game over the surging Arizona Diamondbacks, who have won six straight, leaving the postseason picture undecided until the last day.

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    Pennsylvania voters split on a Shapiro 2028 presidential run▼Pennsylvania voters are split on whether they want Gov. Josh Shapiro to run for president in 2028✉newsWorldPolitics14 h ago

    Pennsylvania voters are divided over whether Governor Josh Shapiro should launch a campaign for the White House in 2028, according to reporting by the Philadelphia Inquirer. The split reflects uncertainty among residents of his home state about the popular Democratic governor's national prospects and whether he should seek higher office.

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    Bears' Tyson Bagent clears concussion protocol, Keenum to start vs Eagles●Bears Tyson Bagent clears concussion protocol; Case Keenum still to start Monday vs. Eagles✉newsSportFootball1 h ago

    Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has cleared the NFL's concussion protocol, but Case Keenum is still expected to start Monday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Bagent's availability improves the Bears' quarterback depth heading into the matchup, though Keenum remains first in line under center.

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    Phillies, Diamondbacks, Rangers and Astros battle for MLB playoff seeding●MLB playoff brackets and seeding live updates: Phillies, D'backs, Rangers and Astros fight for spots https://www.nytimesMmastodonSportBaseball114 h ago

    The final days of the MLB regular season are deciding playoff brackets and seeding, with the Philadelphia Phillies, Arizona Diamondbacks, Texas Rangers and Houston Astros all fighting for spots. Fans are tracking live standings updates as wild-card races and division outcomes remain unresolved heading into the postseason.

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    Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent clears concussion protocol for Monday●Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent clears concussion protocol, available Monday https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7633158/2026MmastodonSportSports25 h ago

    Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has cleared the NFL's concussion protocol and is available for the team's Monday night game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Bagent had been in the protocol after suffering a head injury, raising questions about the Bears' quarterback depth for the primetime matchup. His clearance removes that uncertainty and gives Chicago its full quarterback room heading into the week.

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    Joel Embiid's paradoxical role in the Sixers' fortunes▼Joel Embiid has both never mattered less and more to the Sixers’ success✉newsSportBasketball2 h ago

    A new analysis argues Joel Embiid has simultaneously never mattered less and never mattered more to the Philadelphia 76ers' success. The piece explores the tension between the team's ability to compete around its star and its continued dependence on his health and production to reach its ceiling.

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    Phillies risk historic collapse on MLB regular season's final day▼Phillies enter final day of MLB regular season on verge of unfathomable choke in playoff race✉newsSportSports10 h ago

    The Philadelphia Phillies head into the last day of the MLB regular season in danger of a remarkable collapse in the National League playoff race. Yahoo Sports describes the potential choke as unfathomable, given the team's position in the standings. Their fate will be decided by Sunday's results.

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    The Philadelphia Phillies' grip on a playoff berth is under scrutiny after a recent slump allowed the surging Arizona Diamondbacks back into the National League wild-card race. Analysts note the once-comfortable lead has turned messy, with fans and sports media debating whether Philadelphia could still blow its postseason spot in the season's final stretch.

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    Playoff Races Heat Up for Phillies, Diamondbacks, Astros and Rangers▼What MLB Games Matter Today? Playoffs on Line for Phillies, Diamondbacks, Astros, Rangers✉newsSportBaseball7 h ago

    Major League Baseball's final stretch has playoff implications for four teams: the Philadelphia Phillies, Arizona Diamondbacks, Houston Astros and Texas Rangers. With the postseason bracket not yet settled, upcoming games will decide seeding and whether some clubs qualify at all. Fans and analysts are tracking the standings closely as the regular season winds down.

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    The Philadelphia Phillies are making their fourth attempt to clinch a National League wild card spot, sending Aaron Nola to the mound on just two days' rest. The unusual short turnaround underlines how badly the team wants to close out the playoff berth. Fans in Philadelphia and across baseball are following the game closely as the club tries to avoid another missed chance.

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    Phillies face one last game to save their season▼Reeling Phillies have one more game to save their season✉newsSportBaseball7 h ago

    The Philadelphia Phillies are on a losing skid and head into one final game with their season on the line. Coverage from MLB frames the matchup as a do-or-die moment for a team that has struggled badly down the stretch, with fans and commentators watching to see whether the club can halt its slide or see its campaign end.

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    Clippers reunite with skilled guard after waiving ex-76ers big●Clippers reportedly reunite with 6-foot-3 highly skilled guard after waiving ex-76ers stretch-big✉newsSportBasketball9 h ago

    The Los Angeles Clippers have reportedly brought back a 6-foot-3 guard described as highly skilled, parting ways with a former Philadelphia 76ers stretch big man to make room on the roster. The move gives the Clippers backcourt depth as they continue reshaping their rotation ahead of upcoming games.

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    Bears' Bagent questionable vs. Eagles as Williams ruled out▼Bears' Tyson Bagent (concussion) questionable to play Monday vs. Eagles; Caleb Williams officially out✉newsSportFootball17 h ago

    Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles while recovering from a concussion. The team has officially ruled out Caleb Williams, meaning Chicago could be shorthanded at the quarterback position. Bagent's availability may come down to game time, leaving the Bears facing uncertainty about who will lead the offense in a high-profile matchup.

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    Phillies face final-day fight to avoid historic collapse▼The floundering Phillies have 1 day to prevent a historic collapse. Legacies are at stake https://www.nytimes.com/athletMmastodonSportSports114 h ago

    The Philadelphia Phillies enter the final day of the MLB regular season needing a win on game 162 to avoid what would be a historic collapse. A franchise that spent much of the season among baseball's best has faltered down the stretch, and commentators note that the legacies of the team's core players and management are now at stake depending on the outcome.

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    Bears player disciplined by NFL before Eagles matchup▼Bears player hit with NFL punishment ahead of Eagles game✉newsSportFootball18 h ago

    A Chicago Bears player has received an NFL punishment in the days leading up to the team's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. The league's disciplinary action was reported by Yahoo Sports, though details of the player's identity and the specific penalty were not immediately provided.

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    Phillies activate Luzardo off injured list for final game▼Luzardo activated off IL for Game 162, though Phils not sure how (or if) he'll be used✉newsSportBaseball2 h ago

    The Philadelphia Phillies have activated left-hander Jesús Luzardo off the injured list ahead of Game 162, the final game of the regular season. However, the team has not decided how or even whether he will pitch, keeping his role for the season finale and potentially the playoffs uncertain as Philadelphia fine-tunes its roster.

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    Man convicted of murder in 2024 West Philadelphia mass shooting▼Tahir Shoatz convicted of murder in 2024 West Philadelphia mass shooting✉newsWorldCrime11 h ago

    Tahir Shoatz has been convicted of murder for a 2024 mass shooting in West Philadelphia. The verdict closes a major chapter in one of the city's most serious criminal cases of that year. Details of sentencing and reaction from victims' families were not immediately available in initial reports.

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    Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler struck out five batters in his latest outing. The solid performance gives the Phillies a strong start from their ace as the season progresses. Fans and baseball outlets are noting the strikeout total as Wheeler continues to anchor the team's rotation.

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    Aaron Nola is starting for the Philadelphia Phillies, a notable development for fans following the team's rotation. Discussion centers on how the veteran right-hander will perform and what his start means for the club's pitching plans going forward.

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    Reeling Phillies face final game to save season●Reeling Phillies have one more game to save their season https://www. mlb.com/news/phillies-lose-to- rays-unable-to-clinMmastodonSportBaseball120 h ago

    The Philadelphia Phillies lost to the Tampa Bay Rays and failed again to clinch a National League Wild Card spot, leaving their playoff hopes riding on Sunday's regular-season finale. A win would secure a fifth consecutive postseason berth; a loss would leave their fate to other results. Fans are anxious after a late-season slump that has turned a once-comfortable position into a nail-biter.

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    Philadelphia-area schools turn to solar power to cut utility costs▼Philadelphia-area schools are tapping the sun’s energy and saving money on utilities✉newsEnvironmentEnergy14 h ago

    School districts in the Philadelphia area are installing solar energy systems to reduce their utility bills. District officials say the move to solar power is delivering meaningful savings on energy costs, which can be redirected toward educational priorities. The shift reflects a broader trend of Pennsylvania schools adopting renewable energy as a way to manage tight budgets while cutting emissions.

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    Junior Caminero hits 40 homers and 100 RBIs again●Caminero meets goals of 40 HRs, 100 RBIs; 162 starts is next https://www. mlb.com/news/junior-caminero-t ops-100-rbis-foMmastodonSportBaseball120 h ago

    Tampa Bay Rays infielder Junior Caminero has reached 40 home runs and 100 RBIs for the second straight season, hitting the goals he set for himself as a key hitter for the American League's top team. Speaking in Philadelphia, he said his next target is playing all 162 games. Commentators highlight his consistency and rise as one of baseball's top young stars.

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    Phillies' season comes down to their rotation in Game 162●After 161 games, it all comes down to the Phillies' rotation — like it has all season https://www. nytimes.com/athletic/MmastodonWorld015 h ago

    The Philadelphia Phillies enter the final game of the regular season with their starting rotation again at the center of attention. After 161 games, pitching staff decisions, including Zack Wheeler's role going into the playoffs, remain the decisive factor for the team, mirroring how the season has unfolded. Coverage focuses on whether the rotation can carry the Phillies into and through October.

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    Bill Giles, Phillies executive behind championship teams, dies at 92●Bill Giles, architect of Phillies championship teams (and Phillie Phanatic), dies at 92✉newsSportBaseball22 h ago

    Bill Giles, the longtime Philadelphia Phillies executive credited with building the franchise's World Series-winning teams and helping create the Phillie Phanatic mascot, has died at age 92. Giles served as the club's general manager and later president, overseeing the 1980 championship era and shaping modern Phillies history. Baseball fans and the sport are remembering his decades-long influence on the organization.

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    Phillies activate Jesús Luzardo for regular-season finale●Luzardo activated off IL for Game 162; Urquidy DFA'd https://www. mlb.com/news/jesus-luzardo-act ivated-from-injured-lisMmastodonSportBaseball16 h ago

    The Philadelphia Phillies reinstated left-handed pitcher Jesús Luzardo from the 15-day injured list ahead of their final regular-season game against the Tampa Bay Rays. To clear a roster spot, the team designated right-hander José Urquidy for assignment. Luzardo's return for Game 162 gives Philadelphia an extra arm as it heads toward the postseason, and the move is drawing attention as the club finalises its playoff pitching plans.

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    Former 76ers GM offers optimism with LeBron James and Joel Embiid out●Former 76ers GM gives fans reason to be happy even when LeBron James, Joel Embiid ‘are out’✉newsSportBasketball16 h ago

    Former Philadelphia 76ers general manager Sam Hinkie told fans there is reason to be happy even when stars LeBron James and Joel Embiid are out of the lineup. The comments come amid ongoing concern about injuries to marquee NBA players and how teams cope without them, offering a reassuring perspective for supporters worried about absences.

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    Academy of Natural Sciences closes its doors amid tears and nostalgia▼A final day at the Academy of Natural Sciences bring tears, nostalgia and disbelief✉newsScience4 h ago

    Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences has marked its final day of operations, with visitors reporting tears, nostalgia and disbelief as the institution shut down. The Academy, one of the oldest natural history museums in the United States, drew an emotional crowd for its closing day, with longtime patrons reflecting on decades of memories at the landmark science institution.

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    Rays rout Phillies as Junior Caminero reaches 100 RBIs again●MLB: Tampa Bay 12 Philadelphia 1 (F) TBR 98-63; PHL 87-74 … https://www. mlb.com/news/junior-caminero-t ops-100-rbis-forMmastodonSportBaseball120 h ago

    Tampa Bay beat Philadelphia 12-1, moving the Rays to 98-63 while the Phillies fell to 87-74. Junior Caminero topped 100 RBIs for the second straight season, a milestone highlighted by MLB.com after the game. Fans are reacting to the lopsided score and the young slugger's repeat achievement as the regular season winds down.

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    Chester County development site sells for $23 million●75-acre Chester County development site sells for $23M✉newsBusiness8 h ago

    A 75-acre development site in Chester County, Pennsylvania has been sold for $23 million. The deal adds to activity in the Philadelphia-area commercial real estate market, where large parcels are drawing developer interest for new construction. Details on the buyer and planned use of the land have not been disclosed.

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    Rays fall to Phillies in September 27 matchup●Resumen Rays @ Filis, Resultados/Jugadas destacadas - 27/09/2026✉newsSportBaseball5 h ago

    The Tampa Bay Rays faced the Philadelphia Phillies on September 27, 2026, with a game recap and highlight plays drawing attention among baseball fans. Coverage in Spanish-language summaries points to interest from Latino audiences following the score and standout moments of the matchup as the MLB regular season winds down.

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    Delaware County Begins Cleanup After Nor'easter Damage▼RAW: PA: NOR'EASTER DAMAGE CLEANUP IN DELAWARE COUNTY✉newsWorld14 h ago

    Cleanup work is under way in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, after a nor'easter caused damage across the area. Raw footage shows crews and residents clearing debris and repairing what the storm left behind. Local coverage is focused on the extent of the damage and how long recovery will take for affected communities.

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    Rays thrash Phillies 12-1 in September blowout▼MLB Gameday: Rays 12, Phillies 1 Final Score (09/26/2026)✉newsSportBaseball17 h ago

    The Tampa Bay Rays routed the Philadelphia Phillies 12-1 in their MLB game on September 26, 2026. The lopsided final score made it one of the night's most one-sided results, drawing attention from baseball fans following the late-season standings.

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    Dinosaur costumes and signs in last push to save Academy of Natural Sciences●Dinosaur costumes, signs mark last push to save Academy of Natural Sciences✉newsScience21 h ago

    Supporters of Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences staged a final campaign to save the institution, with demonstrators wearing dinosaur costumes and carrying signs outside the museum. The Academy has faced threats to its operations, and advocates are using the public push to draw attention and pressure decision-makers before an expected turning point for the landmark natural history museum.