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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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Familiar Holiday Story, Big Anti-Bullying Twist

The animated classic Rudolph hits the Merriam, and producers have teamed up with the National Bullying Prevention Center.

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Weekly Sixers Roundup

Is Dario Saric coming over next year? His father says he is.

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Bedbugs Found at Two Library Branches

Morning headlines: But officials aren’t exactly eager to publicize this.

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Ex-Cape May County Man Among San Bernardino Victims

He worked as a health inspector before leaving for Calif.

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City Hall Gets Ready for the Rising Tide

Climate change could put parts of Philadelphia under water by 2100.

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Milton Street: I Want to Take Donald Trump to K&A

He said he’s not a supporter of Trump — yet, at least.


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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Report Makes Case for King of Prussia Rail Line

Economy League says $1.2 billion price tag is justified

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Bomb Threat Clears Montco CC Pottstown Campus

Classes have been canceled through 3 p.m. today.

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On Pope Costs, Mayor Nutter Insults Our Intelligence

Mathis: Taxpayers get an $8 million tab … and a bunch of spin from the mayor.

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Some Cops Want Guns Allowed at NFL Games

Should Eagles fans be allowed to carry weapons at the Linc?

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Why the “Thoughts and Prayers” Anger Is Wrong

Mathis: For religious people, prayer is not the opposite of action — it’s the beginning.

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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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Where Did Nerlens Noel’s Defense Go?

Ever since it was revealed Nerlens Noel had knee and wrist injuries, his defense hasn’t been the same.

INTERVIEW: Who Doesn’t Love Adam Joseph?

The 6ABC Meteorologist, and OUT100 honoree, chatted with us about his family, his coming out, and who inspires him.

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Ramsey Doesn’t Want Chicago Job

Morning headlines: Turns out, Philly’s police commissioner really is ready to retire.

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In His Hour of Need, Donald Trump Turns to Milton Street

Trump says of Street: “He is a highly respected, great man in Philadelphia.”

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