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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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Penn State Settles With Sandusky Victims

Most have already received settlement checks.

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Larry Bowa Returns to Phillies

This time as the bench coach.

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Inky Journos Really Hate Philly.com

Bill Marimow’s Firing Lays Rift Bare

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Medical Pot in Jersey Slow to Rise

Second dispensary approved amidst questions about the first.

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Amtrak Eyes 30th Street Station Redevelopment

The idea? Connect station to the community.

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Slate: PA is the Field Hockey State

But is anybody buying it?


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.


Last Time on America’s Next Top Model

Philly’s Cory Hindorff channels a sassy Oprah in the latest episode.

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Ashton Kutcher Gives Talk at Penn

But he keeps his talk closed to the media.

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Five Predictions for the Craig Berube-Led Flyers

Expect fighting. And drama. And fighting.

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Academy Installs a Life-Size T-Rex

Display accompanies “Dinosaurs Unearthed” exibition.

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GOP Says Hillary Has “Fat Thighs,” “Small Breasts”

It’s actually a compliment.

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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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76ers To Use Ticketholders in Billboard Campaign

Assuming anybody actually pays to show up this year.

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Jersey Man Dies in Self-Immolation

Set self ablaze on the National Mall.

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Runner Fined For Violating Valley Forge Shutdown

Will contest the fine in federal court.

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Gosnell Is Smart, Funny, Warm … and Bent

Steve Volk on the demons he confronted in speaking with the infamous abortion doctor.

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