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For Joe Torsella, the Play’s the Thing

Politics, it turns out, is not. The former state treasurer has drinks and conversation with longtime friend and Fringe founder Nick Stuccio.


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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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A Sad Video of Allen Iverson Contemplating Russian Roulette

If you’re chronicling the slow, steady demise of Allen Iverson (we are), here’s a new data point: Hanging out with the “stars” of a crappy […]

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Bloody Fight Breaks Out at Eagles Charity Event

In a skirmish (and an accompanying set of photographs) straight out of Silver Linings Playbook, a couple of fans at a charity softball event to raise […]

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Paesano’s Sub Shop to Open in Woody’s

Everybody loves a foot-long.

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Proof That God Hates Swarthmore

Swarthmore, if you haven’t been paying close attention, is embroiled in a scandal. Several former and current students at the school have accused the school […]

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Report: Sixers CEO Adam Aron Is Out

Howard Eskin reports: got 2 sources tell me @SixersCEOAdam is out at #sixers. mentioned over month he lost his power, but now I’m told he’s […]

YOU’RE GETTING OLD ALERT: Beyonce’s ‘Dangerously In Love’ Album Turns 10

Time flies when you’re fierce.


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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Video: Red Hot Chili Pepper Aggressed by Security Guy at Philly Four Seasons

Location: The Four Seasons, Philadelphia. Date: Friday, while the Rolling Stones were still in town. Event: Red Hot Chili Peppers lead singer Anthony Kiedis attempts […]

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Delco Man Arrested for Racist Tirade at Toby Keith Concert

This is what happens when an (allegedly) racist country music fan shows up to a Toby Keith concert in a city that’s 5% white. According […]

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Nik Wallenda’s Tightrope Was Made in Pennsylvania

If you live in Pennsylvania, you can pretend–a little more credibly, at least–that you were participating in history last night. In case you missed it, […]

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PHOTOS: Activists in Action at This Weekend’s Marriage Equality Rally in Harrisburg

Hell no, we won’t go!

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Supreme Court Strikes Down Affirmative Action…Sort of

In a 7-1 decision today (Elena Kagan recused herself) the Supreme Court issued a modest victory for affirmative action opponents. In the Fisher vs. Univeristy […]

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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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Paula Deen and the Dangers of the DIY Public Apology

Paula Deen is sorry. She’s also apologetic. Following not-so-shocking revelations late last week about her nostalgia for the ways of the Old South, Deen issued […]

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Video: Hopkins Compares McNabb to Homeless Person

For reasons that are a little unclear but may just have something to do with class and race, Bernard Hopkins has never liked Donovan McNabb […]

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Vogue Magazine Fails Philly Geography

Vogue has published a little a propos of nothing feature in which two of the magazine’s editors from the Philly area kibitz about their favorite […]

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Twinkies: They’re Baaaack

After shutting down in November, Hostess is making “The Greatest Comeback in the History of Ever.” Questionable marketing slogans aside, Twinkies and a host of […]

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