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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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Man Builds Boat, Can’t Get It To Water

The insane saga of boatmaker Jonah Eaton

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Sixers’ Tank Job Is Incredibly Noble

Rebuilding effort is among mankind’s greatest tasks, ever.

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A (Not-So) Brief History of the Flyers’ Goalie Problem

A tradition continues.

Rep. Yanks Support of LGBT Non-Discrimination Bill

He cites the tired trans “bathroom issue.”

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“Kansas City Chiefsteak” Awkwardly Honors Andy Reid

KC reminds new coach of old job with big, bad sandwich.

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Amaro: Phils Might Hire Stats Czar

Are the Phillies getting religion on statistical analysis? Don’t get your hopes up.


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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Watch the New Philadelphia Arts Commercial

It makes the city seem beautiful and bohemian, no?

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Penn State Cancer Fighters Unwelcome in Newtown Township

The police would like college kids to raise anti-cancer donations elsewhere.

LGBT Six-Word Memoir of the Day: Author Warren Hoffman

Author and musicals enthusiast Warren Hoffman.

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Gay Marriage Debate: Now a Race

Can legislators or judges be the first to bring marriage equality to PA?

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Showtime’s New Masters of Sex Pushes Buttons

But can a show that’s all about libido work out its own kinks?

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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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Chris Christie Criticizes Gov’t Shutdown

“That’s a failure of people in public life.”

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Wharton Refutes Charges of Decline

School defends enrollment numbers, emphasis on finance.

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Americans Losing Faith in Each Other

What happens to democracy when our faith in fellow citizens is dead?

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Recreating the Rocky Montage

Gonna fly now? Getting stronger? Call your parents and have them pick you up.

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