Category: Culture
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Sneaker Ball 2025: What to know, how to attend
The 5th annual Sneaker Ball, a staple event started by the Change Our Future Foundation, returns to Philadelphia on Friday, June 6. From 7 p.m. to midnight, guests will enjoy food, fashion and fun all for a great cause. Not to mention, it is hosted by Super Bowl LII champion Rodney McLeod and his wife,…
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Sneaker Ball 2025 Style Inspiration
Change Our Future’s 2025 Sneaker Ball isn’t just a fundraiser—it’s a runway. A black-tie, red-carpet, sneakerhead fantasy where the rules are simple: come correct from head to toe. Whether you’re into sequins and stilettos with a twist, tuxes with heat on your feet, or you and your boo are pulling up in coordinated chaos, this is the…
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Washed manager Scooter Braun could use some management advice from Eagles GM Howie Roseman
Scooter Braun, a long-time entertainment manager known for bringing up Justin Bieber, apparently continues to be money-hungry following Bieber’s last tour. TMZ claimed that Bieber owes millions of dollars to Braun after accumulating a $24 million debt from canceling the “Justice” tour in 2022. The production company involved with the tour, AEG, advanced him $40…
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Caffè Doppio brings a taste of Sicily to Pennsville
PENNSVILLE, NJ – Coffee lovers, this is not a drill: Caffè Doppio is officially open in Pennsville, and it’s serving up major main character energy. Located at 157 North Broadway, this Sicilian-inspired café is bringing that old-world espresso magic with a fresh, modern twist — think house-made pastries, rich coffee that actually wakes you up (sorry, Starbucks),…
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PRESS RELEASE: Rodney and Erika McLeod’s Change Our Future Foundation to Host 5th Annual Sneaker Ball Fundraiser for Philadelphia Youth on June 6
PHILADELPHIA, PA- April 3, 2025: Change Our Future Founders Rodney McLeod Jr., the former Philadelphia Eagle, Super Bowl Champion, and retired 13-year NFL safety, together with his wife and foundation co-founder Erika McLeod, are proud to announce the highly anticipated 5th Annual Change Our Future Sneaker Ball! The exciting milestone charity event will take place on Friday, June…
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5 Philly artists you can buy merch from before Super Bowl LIX (who don’t steal from other creators)
Author’s Note: This article contains elements of humor. If you don’t have a sense of humor, please stop reading here. Thanks for the free clicks. So the Philadelphia Eagles made it to the Super Bowl for the second time in this 2020 era. If you don’t have the money to dish out on the official…
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Miss America delegates rock Kelly Green, make Top 5
The NFL is gearing up for the playoffs following the high stakes Sunday night matchup between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings. But off the field, Miss America has had its own competition all week. The annual Miss America and Miss America’s Teen competitions took place in Orlando, Florida this past week. 51 of…
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2024 Presidential Debate: Betting Odds
Taking a break from the 2024 NFL kickoff, we have another primetime competitive program to watch tonight, the 2024 Presidential Debate. Democratic nominee Kamala Harris will face off for the first (and possibly only) time against 2016 Republican President Donald Trump. After the first debate between Trump and then-candidate, current President Joe Biden, people are…
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PRESS RELEASE: Former Eagle Rodney McLeod, Erika McLeod, Join Barbers Who Care Sunday to Give Kids Free Haircuts, School Supplies, Sneakers, and More
PHILADELPHIA, PA- August 22, 2024: Former Philadelphia Eagle and current Browns safety, Rodney McLeod Jr, and Erika McLeod, his wife and co-founder of the Change Our Future Foundation, are teaming up once again with Barbers Who Care, Inc., to provide kids with free haircuts, school supplies, sneakers, and more at the Barbers Who Care 15th Annual Back-to-School Giveback this…
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NFL reminds everyone to gamble during games, just not for players
The National Football League has exploded in the sports betting world in recent years with partnerships with FanDuel, DraftKings and BetMGM. While they’re raking in dough and having a great time reminding everyone to throw some money on games, the league reminds its players, once again, to not do that. The NFL released its “NFL…
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PRESS RELEASE: NFL’s 2024 Artist Replay Initiative Spotlights Diverse and Emerging Artists
NEW YORK — Aug. 21, 2024 — The National Football League announced the return of its Artist Replay program for 2024, reimagined to spotlight BIPOC and emerging artists throughout the season and culminating in an exclusive gallery during Art Basel. Renowned photographer Cam Kirk will curate five artists inspired by the world of football, as they…
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I wrote a sports-themed Sims 4 legacy challenge, here’s how to play
For those who love Sims 4 and have followed along with LilSimsie’s YouTube Channel, you might be familiar with something called a “legacy challenge.” Basically, players begin with a single Sim and guide their family through multiple generations with specific goals and rules for each generation. The purpose of these challenges are for Simmers to…
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Miss America allows new sporty talents
The Miss America Opportunity, one of the most popular scholarship opportunities for women, is allowing more talents for women to compete with: ballroom dancing and cheerleading. In 2023 with fairly new direction under CEO Robin Fleming, Miss America introduced “HerStory” another option for delegates to take advantage of for talent. HerStory consists of a 90-second…
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Salem County Sports Hall of Fame honors All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor
If there’s one thing an All-Pro running back won’t forget, it’s where he came from. Moreover, he always tries to mention Salem wherever he goes. Jonathan Taylor is the shining example of what it means to stay grounded, be successful and come back to his roots. Taylor was honored at the Salem County Sports Hall…
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We need to stop giving attention to these NFL storylines
Before we get ahead of ourselves for the upcoming NFL season, let’s stop and think. We know what teams are going to excel, we know what ones are going to fold and we’ll be surprised by a few. The same can be said about the players. But we need to be real with ourselves: some…
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Football is the 2nd most dangerous sport in the US
When it comes to physical activity, sports are a fantastic way to stay fit, develop skills, and enjoy the thrill of competition. However, they also come with inherent risks. From high-impact collisions in contact sports to the repetitive strains of endurance activities, athletes of all levels frequently face injuries that can lead to emergency room…
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GALLERY: Trent Cole Football Camp at Rowan University
Former Philadelphia Eagle, Trent Cole, hosted an offensive and defensive lineman football camp on June 24th from 5 p.m. to
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Fourth annual Change Our Future Sneaker Ball is a success
When fashion meets philanthropy, magic happens. Change Our Future, an organization started by Cleveland Browns safety Rodney McLeod alongside his wife, Erika, to empower and educate youth in underserved communities. The event was held at Vie by Cescaphe on Thursday, June 20 from 7:00 p.m. to midnight. The jam-packed five hours included a VIP pre-reception,…
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