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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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So Maybe Chris Christie Doesn’t Need to Worry About the State Ethics Panel

It’s dominated by his friends.

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10 Philly Places Pope Francis Should Visit in 2015

Palan: From a cheesesteak you can order in Latin to a headline writer’s dream come true.

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SEPTA’s Trains Are About to Get A Lot Taller

Bi-level coaches considered for regional rail.

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Expanding The Lottery Is A Sin

Balancing the budget on the backs of the poor is immoral. It may not matter in Pennsylvania.

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Piece of 25th Street Bridge Falls to Street

Comes while city already jittery about infrastructure.

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Philly, PA Lead Nation in Bank Closings

And the trend could accelerate as technology evolves.


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.


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Prosecutors Appeal Monsignor Lynn’s Overturned Conviction

He had been convicted of child endangerment in Philly’s priest abuse scandal.

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New Comcast Tower: Bad for Real Estate?

New York Times suggests new skyscraper could drive down rents, make other buildings seem shabby.

FringeArts 2014 Dates Announced

September can’t get here soon enough.

Philly Man Charged with Counterfeiting Super Bowl Tickets

If we couldn’t get in, we didn’t want anyone else there either.

Philly Man Comes Out (Again) on Huffington Post

Josh Schonewolf shares his “I’m Gay!” moment.

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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.


Super Bowl Media Day Guide Says “Thank You” to Fired Bridgegate Staffer

Whoops.

Being White in American Theater

In his latest book, Philly author Warren Hoffman discusses race and the Broadway musical.

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WATCH: McGinty Releases First Ad of the 2014 Governor’s Race

Everyone, spot the Philly accent!

Man Crashes Into Crown Fried Chicken, Then Strips

And what happens next is most unfortunate.

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