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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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McCaffery Asks Judge to Restrain Inquirer

Justice asks court to block publication of “personal information” about him, wife.

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5 Reasons Philly Is Better Than Brooklyn for the DNC

We’re just as cool as that hipster haven.

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Maddow Loves Mo’Ne

MSNBC host proclaims Taney Dragons star “The Best Thing in the World”

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Philadelphia Sued Over Civil Forfeiture

The suit alleges a violation of due process.

5 Gay Things to Do in Philly This Week

Toga for MANNA, a pop-up queer book shop and more.

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Embattled Corbett Education Advisor Resigns

Ron Tomalis was accused of being a “ghost employee.”


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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Controller: Philly Owed $2.5M for Policing

This includes $276K from the Phillies — from 2008!

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Phantoms Unveil Terrifying New Mascot

His name is “MeLVin.”

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Helen Gym Launches Twitter Assault On Bykofsky

Stu asks, “Am I a bigot?” Gym answers.

School Board Cancels Book Program to Avoid LGBT Novel

The Miseducation of Cameron Post causes waves.

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Why Do Civil Rights Come in Fits and Starts?

Francis: As gay rights gain traction, SCOTUS record on women worsens.

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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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Drive-By Shooter Fires 7 Shots into Police Station

West Deptford police say they were targeted.

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Philly Virus Expert Close to Finishing Ebola Vaccine

Needs $2 million to have it ready for clinical trials in six to nine months.

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Sixers Mocked in Taiwanese Animation

The Sixers might get last season’s No. 1 pick, though!

Brian Sims Douses Himself in Cold Water for Charity

He accepted the “cold water challenge.”

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