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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.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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A First: Strip Club Uses Actual Stripper Photo In Advertisement

Club Risque wins for truth-in-advertising.

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Memo to Inky Journos: Don’t Talk to the Media!

Two days of painful coverage have taken their toll.

Album Review: Miley Cyrus’s Bangerz

Was all the twerking and tongue-wagging worth it?

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New York Times Discovers Fishtown

Ugh, time to find a new hip neighborhood.

Eagles Players Keep Unnecessarily Antagonizing Opponents

D-Jac, Shady, you’re not helping.

How to Make the Best Hoagie in Philly

Bread Amoroso’s and Sarcone’s are infallible, but for a softer roll, Del Buono’s Bakery is a consistent favorite. Also, Baker Street Bread makes fantastic Pullman […]


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.


Christie Confronted

A diner patron in Edison, N.J., challenges the governor over his opposition to gay marriage.

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Four-Year-Old Philly Boy Brought Crack to School

For show-and-tell?

The Food Lover’s Guide to Philly: Meat

Cappuccio’s Meats Italian Market | 1019 S. 9th Street Around since 1920, this third-generation butcher shop has long been one of the meat mainstays of […]

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Union: Inky Journos Don’t “Hate” Philly.com

“Dyfunctional management” blamed instead.

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Would Rick Santorum Make a Better Candidate Than Corbett?

A pretty compelling argument.

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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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The One Upside to Being a Philly High Schooler

Free museums, baby!

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If an Irate Fan Showed up at Vick’s House…

Philly fans would never live it down. Meanwhile in Texas…

Where to Find Fresh Produce in Philly

Michael Anastasio Produce, Inc. Italian Market |911 Christian Street When to Go: Year-round, Monday through Saturday. Why to Go: Though Anastasio is primarily a wholesaler […]

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Amish Get to Opt Out of Obamacare

Lucky them?

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