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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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Our Ultimate Summer Guide

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Internet Sales Tax Won’t Slow Rise of Online Shopping

The Marketplace Fairness Act is a bill that aims to “level the playing field” between online retailers and brick and mortar stores. Most online retailers […]

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Desperately Seeking Leadership: Philadelphia’s Next Mayor

Billionaire New York mayor Michael Bloomberg is in the final year of his three-term reign in New York. Onetime White House bully Rahm Emanuel runs […]

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Penn State’s Sandusky Costs So Far: $44 Million

AP reports: Penn State’s costs for legal fees, consultants and other services connected to the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal have topped $44.4 million, […]

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Inside the New Tesla Car Dealership at KOP Mall

You’ve probably heard of Tesla Motors by now, the California company that designs and manufactures electric cars. Founded in 2003, Tesla almost didn’t make it […]

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MMA Fighter Sues South Street Shop Over Penis-Disfiguring Sex Gel

In the world of Mixed Martial Arts, Michael Waylon Lowe has demonstrated his prowess: A 14-4 record in fights that prove he’s a tough, tough […]


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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Best Wild Animals That Have Been on the Loose in Philly

Hide your honey, your porridge and (in reality) your bird feeders and your garbage cans. There’s a bear on the loose! Over the past week, […]

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“F— Cancer” Hats Get Sisters Booted From Mall

6ABC reports that women wearing hats emblazoned with “Fuck Cancer”—a pink ribbon strategically placed where the “C” would be in the “F” word—were kicked out […]

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Butkovitz, Williams Win Philly Primaries

MyFox Philly reports on Tuesday’s city primary election: Philadelphia City Controller Alan Butkovitz has faced down two challengers for the Democratic nomination in his campaign […]

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Obama’s Scandals: Has Liberalism Failed?

It was to be expected: The recent round of scandals surrounding President Obama has prompted conservatives to a chorus of every ideologue’s favorite rallying cry: […]

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Election Day: Brett Mandel Kicked Out of Polling Place [Updated]

City Controller candidate Brett Mandel has been slapped on the wrist. A complaint filed this morning in Election Court by City Controller Alan Butkovitz’s campaign […]

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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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6 ABC’s Rob Jennings to Retire

The Daily News has the eulogy: 6abc weekend anchor Rob Jennings–who’s been with the station 36 years–has announced his retirement. A native of Miami, Fl., […]

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Does the Best Cheesesteak in Philly Cost $3?

One Business Insider staffer spent the weekend in Philly, doing–what else?–sampling cheesesteaks. Business Insider lady, meet BBC lady. In a surprise twist, however, she either […]

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The Fate of The Sixers Will Be Decided Tonight

The NBA Draft lottery is tonight. Here’s how it works. All 14 non-playoff teams (yes, there are more playoff teams than non-playoff teams; the NBA […]

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Chris Christie: No Link Between Climate Change and Hurricane Sandy

Yesterday at a little Sandy-related event, a WNYC reporter asked Chris Christie whether New Jersey needed to do more to prepare for climate change (and […]

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