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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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Giovanni’s Room to Re-Open Friday

Plus more gay things to do in Philly this week.

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SEPTA Putting Up Suicide Prevention Signs

They’re going up at Norristown Station.

Philadelphia School District Building
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Parents Sue Over Philly School Conditions

Parents United, seven parents file suit.

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Obama Will Need to Send American Soldiers to Iraq and Syria

Mendte: Will they be sent to prevent an attack on America, or in response to one?

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Discovery Channel Disses Comcast Merger

New York Post: Merged company could “collect an NSA-like treasure trove of viewer data.”

LONG WEEKEND: Los Angeles

10 gay things to do on your next trip to L.A.


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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Another UPenn Student Commits Suicide

Daily Pennsylvanian reports on the school’s fourth student suicide this year.

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Penn Named No. 1 College in the Country

In the 2015 ranking released Monday by College Factual.

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People Are Still Victim Blaming Janay Rice?

Weymouth: At this point, a lot of parties owe her an apology. You’re probably one of them.

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In Praise of Mayor Nutter

Has he finally figured the formula for success?

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Burglar in Weird Disguise Breaks Into Center City Deli

He stole from the Latimer Deli last week.

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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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City Picking Up the Pace on Tax Collection

Tons of money is still being left on the table, just not as much as before.

Tie the Knot Tuesday: Em Sov and Kat Nguyen

“Everyone kept on saying the word ‘finally’ and they were right. It was finally our time.”

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Rollins Injured in Phillies Loss

More depressing local sports news.

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Fattah to Media: Focus on Good I Do

The Congressman refused to address allegations.

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