Maggie Prosser

World Cup fans rejoice as first Philadelphia match between Ecuador and Ivory Coast gets underway Sunday night.

The man behind the makeup, Michael Byrne, bid adieu to Carlota Ttendant and his longtime gig hosting Gay Bingo: “Drag is a young girl’s game.”

A classmate of the first American pope said the photo was taken at a fellow Wildcat's house in Chicago and assured The Inquirer it was not a fraternity party.

In the 19th century, Pennsylvania lawmakers considered demolishing Independence Hall and selling off the salvage and parcels to the highest bidder. Then, Philadelphia stepped in.

The semiquincentennial parade Friday was canceled because of 100-plus-degree temperatures. Friday may not have been the anticipated celebration, but there was still an air of importance and history.

The semiquincentennial parade Friday was canceled because of 100-plus-degree temperatures. Friday may not have been the anticipated celebration, but there was still an air of importance and history.

The Philadelphia region is forecast to receive more heavy showers and thunderstorms, with a flood watch in effect until 8 p.m. on Monday.

Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 closed early to the public Sunday afternoon. An estimated 65,000 visitors were expected.

Thousands celebrated the Benjamin Franklin Bridge's 100th anniversary with a walk across the iconic bridge, which connects Philadelphia and Camden.