People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Literary agents, best-selling authors, and industry conveners — they’re having some of their biggest successes in Philly.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.
Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.
We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.
Whim Aweigh
When five Amish schoolgirls were murdered in October 2006, the picture that emerged of their isolated community showed us everything except how they really felt.
When five Amish schoolgirls were murdered at the West Nickel Mines School in October 2006, the picture that emerged of their isolated community showed us everything except how they really felt.
Change, Please
Bunny Hop
