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Here’s How Philadelphia Is Preparing to Fight a Possible Coronavirus Outbreak
This is a developing story. The appearance of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the United States is prompting cities across the country to take measures […]
Fishtown Dive Bars Are Upping Their Food Game
Fishtown is a neighborhood perpetually in flux but with one constant: Food is now its biggest attraction. And that goes beyond Beddia and Suraya. Culinary […]
I’m the Least PC Person I Know, and Even I Say It Was Time for Chris Matthews to Go
The question to ask about Chris Matthews’s sudden “retirement” from MSNBC Monday night isn’t why, but why did it take so long? I am the […]
Five Ideas Worth Spreading From Philly Chef Conference 2020
Philly Chef Conference, the industry-focused event put on by Drexel’s School of Food and Hospitality Management, just wrapped up its seventh year, and it shows […]
Why the FTC Wants to Block the Jefferson-Einstein Merger
Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General filed a complaint in federal district court that argues against […]
South Philly’s Eyesore Viaduct: Whatever Happened to the 25th Street Bridge Improvement Project?
Raise your hand if you remember when, in 2015, City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson stood with officials from the railroad company CSX, shovel in hand, and […]
Inside Penn Med’s Legendary Wilderness Medicine Course
On an unusually sunny February afternoon, a class of sixteen fourth-year Penn Medicine students wrapped up one of their peers in a snug sleeping bag, […]
What Are We Supposed to Do With $18 Tacos?
Sticker shock is an inevitable part of the restaurant experience. Actually, sticker shock is a crucial part of the restaurant experience, because if you strip […]
Can Phillies Fans Learn to Love a Bunch of New Yorkers?
If I’m paying attention when I walk around my South Philly neighborhood, I see these stickers. They’re black, white and red — making prominent use […]
First Look: Mei Mei, a Modern Taiwanese Restaurant in Old City
On March 12th, Old City will welcome Mei Mei, a Taiwanese restaurant and lounge concept from owner and executive chef Jay Ho. The food, he […]
Here Are Philly’s James Beard Award Semi-Finalists, Class of 2020
The James Beard Foundation just released their list of nominees for the restaurant awards, and Philly has plenty to celebrate. Kalaya, the excellent Thai BYO […]
We’re Obsessed With This Eagles Cheerleader Competing on American Idol
Eagles cheerleader Kyle Tanguay made headlines not long ago when he became the first male Eagles cheerleader in three decades. Now, the rookie cheerleader is […]
Ask the Editor: Airplanes Are So Germy. How Do I Stay Healthy While Flying?
Airplanes and hotels are the germiest. How can I avoid the ick? — Jen in Elkins Park Airports and planes are a germaphobe’s worst nightmare. […]
If You’re a Good Citizen, Delete the Citizen Policing App
Almost every story about the crime-reporting app Citizen starts the same way. The writer tells, in great detail, about a series of crimes that were […]
NextUp: The Company Using Gene Therapy to Cure Rare Skin Conditions
“NextUp” is a weekly NextHealth PHL feature that highlights the local leaders, organizations and research shaping the Greater Philadelphia region’s life sciences ecosystem. Email qmuse@phillymag.com […]