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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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Flash Flooding Could Dampen Your Evening Commute

Heavy rains and severe storms are headed for our area on Tuesday afternoon — yet again.

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The Iconic Tower Theater Spire Will Be Gone by the End of the Week

According the mayor of Upper Darby, it is structurally unsound and poses a hazard to public safety.

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A Travel Blogger Took Incredible Photos of Iconic Philly Film Locations

Film tourist and blogger Andrea David chronicles her visits to movie landmarks around the globe.

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Opinion

When Donald Trump Blames Mental Illness for Mass Shootings, He’s Blaming People Like Me

The president’s comments after the Dayton and El Paso mass shootings were outrageous and discriminatory to millions. It’s time for me to speak out.

Best Thing: Alejandro Bedoya’s Awesome Audacity

The Union midfielder boldly goes where our elected weenies don’t dare.

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Philly Doesn’t Seem to Like Joe Biden as Much as He Likes Philly

Despite having his campaign headquarters here, the former VP has fewer campaign donors than Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and Pete Buttigieg in many parts of the city.


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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Check Out These Photos of Idris Elba Riding a Horse in Philly

We started the week with Jason Segel, André 3000 and Sally Field in Washington Square. We end it with Idris Elba. On a horse. You’re welcome.

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Queen Village Is Not Screwing Around With Its Rat Infestation

Residents in the quaint Center City neighborhood have been busy fighting an infestation this summer.

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Blunt Words: The Best Responses From the Lieutenant Governor’s Weed Survey

In honor of National CBD Day, which apparently is a real thing.

Chesco DA Announces Criminal Charges Against Mariner East Security Workers

The office began probing the controversial cross-state pipelines in December 2018.

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Cecily Tynan Needs Your Help Finding Her Lost Rescue Puppy

“We are devastated,” the 6ABC meteorologist said in a Facebook post on Wednesday.

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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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Why a Group of British Plaintiffs From a London Apartment Fire Are Suing in Philly Court

Two of the companies named in the product liability suit have alleged ties to Pennsylvania — but it doesn’t hurt that Philadelphia juries have a reputation for doling out huge damages.

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Someone Finally Got a Photo of Jason Segel, André 3000, and Sally Field Together in Philly

Thank you all for playing, but the person who took this photo has officially won Summer 2019.

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Free Streets Is a Nice Yearly Gimmick. Now Philly Should Do It For Real

Cities in Europe pedestrianized certain streets decades ago, to considerable success. Philly can too — and help invigorate its retail corridors along the way.

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Gov. Wolf Orders Flags at Half-Staff for El Paso and Dayton Mass Shooting Victims

Meanwhile, Republican senator Pat Toomey says: “We must do more to keep guns out of the hands of psychopaths.”

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