Good morning, Philadelphia.

On Sunday, Philadelphia-area Venezuelans gathered at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul to donate masks, medicine, and first aid supplies for earthquake victims in Caracas following two severe tremors in their home region.

The donations will be sent to support rescue efforts and fund essential tools.

Nuts To You, a family-run Center City snack shop that began in 1976, celebrates 50 years in business while shifting to digital sales; 40% of its revenue now comes from its website + it is exploring TikTok as a growth avenue.

Philadelphia concerts in July include a Fourth of July show with Aguilera and fireworks, a Dave Matthews Band performance in Camden, Trombone Shorty, Shinedown, and Muse—all offering local music excitement.

Check local listings for times and tickets.

The historic First Bank of the United States in Old City will reopen on July 1 after a $43 million rehabilitation (it closed about 50 years ago), with 3rd and Chestnut Streets closed for a Wednesday ribbon-cutting.

Admission is free with park rangers available to discuss the landmark's artifacts.

The Haverford Township School Board approved contracts with School AI and Brisk last week to bring AI tutors and automated feedback into classrooms.

Some parents worry the new tools could reduce hands-on learning and proper oversight.

A Temple University occupational therapy student led a six-week beekeeping study at Half Mad Honey in the Navy Yard that improved mental health for older adults.

Retired biology teacher Frances Ratay and other participants now feel more confident, and plans are underway to expand the program (Philadelphia).

The Flyers strengthened their lineup in the 2026 NHL Draft on Saturday by picking defenseman Maksim Sokolovskii, right-shot Brek Liske, two goaltenders, center Kent Sauer, and Finnish defenseman Max Laatikainen (a prospect from Finland) to boost future team depth.

In a rainy group stage game on Saturday at Philadelphia Stadium, Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 in front of 68,324 fans—a result that capped the full series of group matches.

Philadelphia hosts a week of World Cup events with FIFA Fan Fest at Lemon Hill today, match broadcasts at Rivers Casino, and soccer watch parties along South Street and at Bardascino Park — offering fans cruise parties, family activities, and community gatherings throughout the week.

Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 on Saturday, June 27 at Philadelphia Stadium+ fans say a jersey on Rocky helped break a long-standing curse, and the city will host its round of 16 match on July 4 featuring winners from upcoming round-of-32 games.

On Sunday, June 28, the Phillies defeated the Mets with a 5+4 win when Kyle Schwarber hit his 30th home run, becoming the fastest Phillie to reach that milestone.

The team will host the Pirates for a four-game series opener tonight at 6:40 p.m.

Croatia secured its World Cup knockout spot after Nikola Vlašić scored the winner in a 2-1 group stage game in Philadelphia on Saturday—boosting their finish in Group L.

The team will face its next opponent on July 4.