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Love, Loss, and a Main Line Ponzi Scheme: The Amazing Second Chapter of Kami Verne

After her husband swindled some of Philadelphia’s wealthiest people, decimated her picture-perfect Main Line life, and went to prison, Kami Verne doubled down on the only thing she still trusted: love.


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Former UArts Building Gets a Second Act

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Fight at the Museum: Inside the Collapse of the Academy of Natural Sciences

A rat like the ones in Philadelphia PETA wants us to stop poisoning
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PETA’s Answer for Philly’s Massive Rat Problem? Birth Control

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In the Closet With Rob Paluso

He’s anything but a drag

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Wanna Open A Casino? Get Your Application in Today

If you want to open up the second casino in Philly, you’d better get moving: the application deadline is today (looking at you, Blatstein). With […]

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Stephen Starr, Jim Gardner Will Be at ThinkFest

Once upon a time, Philadelphia magazine existed only on paper. Then, a few years ago, we started publishing our articles on phillymag.com, and a few […]

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Liz Lemon Ties the Knot (Finally)

Liz Lemon is officially off the market. In an episode set to drop on November 29, local girl Tina Fey’s beloved 30 Rock character will […]

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What I’ve Learned From Janeane Garofalo

She’s playing Philly this week

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Raise the Bar

Chill out with festive barware


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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Why We Need Another Casino in Philadelphia

More than a few organizations are hoping to get a license to operate a casino in the city of Philadelphia. Good for them. One can […]

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For the Love of God, Please Don’t Be a Child Molester

“Oh thank goodness!! And thus ends the worst 24 hours of my life,” my  friend Lauren wrote on Facebook on Tuesday night. She attached a […]

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Bon Jovi Was In Philly Hours Before His Daughter ODed

Turns out Jon Bon Jovi was in Philadelphia Tuesday afternoon, just hours before his 19-year-old daughter, Stephanie, was arrested for heroin possession at her college in […]

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Morning Scoop: Teen Sex Scandal at Main Line High School

Radnor High School Students Investigated for Posting Classmate’s  Sex Video. Sources tell NBC 10 that three boys are being investigated for allegedly posting video of […]

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Philly Cop Who Hit Woman After Puerto Rican Day Parade Will Be Charged

Lt. Jonathan Josey is to be charged with one count of simple assault for striking Aida Guzman in Philadelphia after the Puerto Rican Day parade […]

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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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Bon Jovi Daughter Arrested for Heroin Possession

Stephanie Rose Bongiovi, the 19-year-old daughter of Jon Bon Jovi, was arrested this morning at Hamilton College in New York. According to reports, police and […]

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Nike Foles Takes Eagles’ First-Team Snaps

We know: The Eagles are just a reason to feel bad at this point. Still, if you’re interested in knowing: Backup QB Nick Foles took […]

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Auditor: Penn State Needs More Reform in Sandusky’s Wake

State Auditor Jack Wagner called on the Gov. Corbett and the General Assembly to impose outside reforms on Penn State in the wake of the […]

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Yes, It Is Quite Chilly in Philadelphia

It wasn’t just your imagination: The Inquirer’s Tony Wood reports that it really has been a cold month so far. “From Oct. 30 through Nov. […]

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