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Philly Is a Hot New Hub for Publishing Insiders

Literary agents, best-selling authors, and industry conveners — they’re having some of their biggest successes in Philly.


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Game On: Why Now Is the Moment for Women’s Sports in Philly

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Philly’s Neighborhood Pharmacies Might Just Save Us. Can We Save Them?

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Is Philly’s Next Hot Neighborhood … the Navy Yard?

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To: The Anti-Health Care Tea Baggers (And The Party Of No)

Dear Anti-Health Care Tea Baggers (And The Party Of No), First of all, your name is all wrong, both from a sexual and a historical […]

Philly Mag design director Michael McCormick gives the 411 behind our four April covers and our Phillies portfolio.

Four different covers displaying our favorite Phillies. How did the idea come about? We wanted to do something special to capture the team spirit we […]

This lower Hudson Valley hotel is close, and offers low-key charming accommodations.

Why: The lower Hudson Valley is close, low-key and charming. The new Glenmere Mansion hotel is the definition of fuss-free opulence. Rooms: Each of the […]

Whether she’s Miley or Vanessa, big or small, on a budget or free-spending, a slave to trends or rejects them all, there’s a dress in Philly for her.

Best for: Secondhand, current looks Second Seitz is a thrift store with a large stockpile of recently reclaimed dresses — think Jessica McClintock, Mori Lee […]

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39 Best Things to Do This Weekend

What are you doing this weekend? Check out Victor’s picks in Wednesday’s awesome-as-always Weekender.

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The End of the McNabb Era

By the time I finish this blog, Donovan McNabb may be property of the St. Louis Rams and Eagle fans, like it or not, will […]


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

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.


After a World Series win and back-to-back pennants, could Phillies 3.0 be even better? Sure it could: Chase, Jimmy and the boys are back, Roy’s on board, and Charlie is steering us to October. Dare we think … dynasty?

After a World Series win and back-to-back pennants, could Phillies 3.0 be even better? Sure it could: Chase, Jimmy and the boys are back, Roy’s […]

Finish the Phrase!

Here’s how it works. Click through to our comments section and finish the following phrase: Obama just signed health-care legislation, and that makes me feel […]

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Temple of Doom

OK, I’ve had it. If you knew me, you’d know that sentence could apply to any number of pet peeves, from people talking on the […]

Andy Reid: Eagles Getting Offers for McNabb

“Big F—-ing Deal?” Big F—-ing Deal. On the list of Biden gaffes, it pales next to his Indian-7-11 slur, his swine flu gaffe, and of […]

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Shopping for Soulmates

I’ve just been winked at on Match.com, and my husband doesn’t mind at all. This candidate is tall enough, likes dogs, is still active and […]

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

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.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

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.


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It’s Time to Snuff Out the Death Penalty

Recently, I introduced Senate bill 1218, which would abolish the death penalty in Pennsylvania. New Jersey and New Mexico have recently abolished their death penalty […]

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Hug A Pit Bull Today

Philadelphians seem to be quaking in fear of packs of wild dogs (see the comments especially!), but maybe we should be letting them feel the […]

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What to Do Tonight

Simba and friends and their schmaltzy Elton John tunes (“Can You Feel the Love Tonight?” and “Circle of Life”) have taken over the Academy of […]

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.

Tony: Trash & Treasures Indoor Yard Sale You can take advantage of the fab sale going on at this girly clothing and accessories boutique all […]

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