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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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Sex Diary: I Was a Sex-Party Devotee

One man’s memories from the swinging life.

Gay Sex Diaries: I Have to Shave What?!

The rules, rituals and work that go into having a gay sex life.

Sex Diary: I Practice Orgasmic Meditation

It’s sort of like yoga. Without pants. And with lots of stroking.

Sex Diary: I Have Three Kids Under the Age of 11

The honest conversations that one harried (paranoid) pair of parents has between the sheets.

Sex Diary: I’m a Secret Dominatrix

A college co-ed on her kinky double life.

Sex Diary: I’m 77 and Having the Best Sex of My Life

A septuagenarian on getting back in the game.


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.


Shop Your Property Taxes Away

Some New Jersey townships offer rebates for residents who shop locally.

Sex Diary: I’m a Cheating Newlywed

The illicit love story of a South Philly bride.

Best Thing This Week: Our Favorite Kind of Snow Day

Because, let’s face it: Real snow days are a pain in the ass.

Protesters Disrupt Mazzoni Awards Luncheon

Mazzoni CEO Nurit Shein was given a list of demands, including her resignation.

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Pizzagate Conspiracists Harass Pizza Brain, Little Baby’s

The owners have reported an increase in prank calls.

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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.


Why Did Daylin Leach’s Trump Tweet Explode Like That?

We investigate.

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Does D.A. Williams’ Withdrawal Mean Philly Democrats Are Finally Learning?

Or does it just mean the other shoe hasn’t dropped?

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Reading Fightins to Become Reading Whoopies (for One Game)

Yet another wacky minor-league baseball promotion.

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Carson Wentz Killed a Big Bunch of Birds

It was for the planet.

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