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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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Tax Gap Between Philly and Suburbs Is Shrinking

It’s not great – but it’s getting better.

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Here’s the Guy Arrested for Wednesday’s Drone Incident In Philly

It happened during the protests in Center City.

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Trump Can’t Register Muslims, Can Easily Launch Nukes

A Penn legal expert explains.

This All Seems Very Familiar, Say Philly Holocaust Survivors

Two men who lived through Hitler see echoes in current events.

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Hot Air Balloon Lands in Kensington Field

It came all the way from Chester County.

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Protests Continue in Center City, at Philly Colleges

Demonstrators protested the FOP for supporting Trump.


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.


LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: the International Transgender Day of Remembrance.

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Sixers Win 109-102

The Sixers beat the Washington Wizards 109-102 for their second win of the season. Jahlil Okafor led the way with 19 points.

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Lilly Pulitzer Exec Arrested in Prostitution Sting

It happened at a King of Prussia hotel.

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Noel to Rejoin Sixers

The 76ers center is expected to rejoin the Sixers later this week to continue his rehab in Philadelphia.

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What Philly Republicans Think of Steve Bannon

To some, he’s a “disgrace.” Others are saying “wait and see.”

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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.


LGBTQ&A: Christian Lovehall

We talked to the outspoken trans activist on his advocacy, identity, and music.

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The PPA Lost Almost $700K During the SEPTA Strike

All because it was trying to be nice to stressed-out commuters.

ThinkFest Recap: Asa Khalif

The activist spoke on Trump, the blue shield, and the future of Black Lives Matter.

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Yes, the Electoral College Can Pick Clinton

Penn expert Kermit Roosevelt explains.

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