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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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So Just How Hot Was It at Live Aid in Philadelphia?

“Boiling hot,” the lead singer of Judas Priest tells us.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, who is rather unpopular right now due to the Philadelphia strike and the resulting piles of trash (photo via Getty)
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Philly Today: No, You Can’t Fire Mayor Parker Amid the Stenchful Strike

You can thank Frank Rizzo.

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It’s Officially Live Aid Week In Philadelphia

A weeklong celebration and exploration of the greatest show on Earth.

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How On Earth Did Live Aid Even Wind Up in Philadelphia?

And how the Eagles could have prevented it from happening.

Longform

How Philly Took Over Your TV

From Long Bright River to Deli Boys to Dope Thief, Philadelphia now finds itself squarely at the center of the prestige TV world.

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Philly Today: The Trashing Continues

All of those Fourth of July meat wrappers could get very, very gross.


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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Philly Today: Penn Caves to Trump Administration on Transgender Athletes

Plus, beware stinging Asian needle ants.

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Let This Philly Realtor Show You How Not to Behave at the Airport

He tried to evade security and somehow thought a $50 bill would solve the problem.

Opinion

Make America Kind Again

Quiet acts of kindness suggest a growing civility, one small moment at a time.

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Woman Alleges On-Campus Sexual Assault at Villanova University

She just sued the school.

Guides

Philly’s Great and Not-So-Great Fourth of July Concerts

From Elton John to the Nicki Minaj travesty to those “Who Let the Dogs Out?” guys.

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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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Philly Today: The PPA Gives Us Another Reason to Despise Them

Plus, what to do with your trash during the big strike.

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Philly Today: Pennsylvania Kids May Soon Be Forced to Learn Cursive

Plus, is Three Mile Island reopening early a good thing?

Longform

In Kensington, Hope Is Hard-Won — But It’s Growing

Something new is on the horizon.

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John Bolaris Banned From Dear Daphni

The ban comes after an alleged incident on Wednesday night.

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