French politician Raphaël Glucksmann suggested the US return the Statue of Liberty due to their stance on Ukraine. This has sparked controversy. The statue, a gift from France in 1886, symbolizes ...

The monument is the type of ambitious legacy project that has defined past centennial celebrations, but has so far been lacking in Philly’s preparations for 2026.

For years to come, the glowing dome could serve as a utilitarian monument to civil discourse — and a reminder that American democracy was born in Philadelphia, Rendell said. "We wanted to make ...