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Why this chapter of our city’s story might be our best since, well, 1776


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Pope Francis Speaks Directly To Immigrants

“You should never be ashamed of your traditions,” he said.

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Photos: Pope Francis’s Basilica Mass

Pictures from an extraordinary moment in Philly history.

WATCH: Adoring Crowds Cheer as Pope Kisses Babies

His security guys hoist them up, and Francis delivers smooches from the back of the Popemobile.

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Will Pope Meet With Sex Abuse Survivors?

Probably, but without much public fuss. Francis is said to seek seek a “personal encounter” and not a “media sensation.”

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Woman Gets “Miracle” Kidney During Pope Visit

The South Jersey woman was escorted by police to Jefferson Hospital.

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Catholic? You Can Get an Indulgence During Papal Visit

Wait, indulgences are still a thing? Here’s how you can get one.


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

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.


Philly Is An Urbanist Utopia Right Now

Thanks for making all the cars go away this weekend, Pope Francis.

#PopeReads: Francis’s Debut Album Drops in November

His Holiness is becoming the king of all media.

8 Takeaways From Pope’s First Mass in Philly

He buttered up the city, and talked up the role of women in the Church.

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It’s Shockingly Easy to Get Into Philly Right Now

Come on in folks, there’s nothing to be afraid of. Here are three pretty easy ways to get in on the Francis Festival fun.

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Dear Bob Brady: Here’s What You Need to Do With the Pope Glass You Took

Fiorillo: It’s morally wrong to keep it for yourself.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


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Johnny Doc Scores Papal Mass Tickets for Adorable San Diego Family

A feel good story.

Pope Calls for Greater Role for Laity … and Women?

The pope held St. Katharine Drexel up as an example.

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Pope Traffic and Transit for Saturday

Everything you need to know about road closures and SEPTA changes.

The Pope Has Landed

Scenes from Pope Francis’s Saturday morning arrival at PHL.

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