People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year.
PA’s Tourism Chief Is Playing the Long Game on Philly’s World Cup Moment
For Anne Ryan, the real challenge isn’t attracting crowds right now — it’s turning that attention into true love.
Wait, Is the United States … Good at Soccer?
With a golden generation of players coming into their prime, the U.S. men’s national team stands on the precipice of a historic World Cup run.
This One Man Is Somehow Producing Two of Philly’s Biggest Events Right Now
Michael DelBene is overseeing both the FIFA World Cup Fan Festival and Wawa Welcome America — two overlapping spectacles with global attention and local stakes.
76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World
From bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.
The Most Impactful, Influential Philadelphian Who Ever Lived
Thomas Paine came. He wrote. And nothing was ever the same again.
Veteran Philly Guitarist Returns to Stage After Child Sexual Assault Conviction
Mike Tyler went from sharing the stage with Pearl Jam and LL Cool J to a prison cell and lifetime on the Pennsylvania Megan’s Law registry. Now, he’s back. But is the Philly music scene ready for him?
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
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.
West Philly’s Colman Domingo Is Ready for His Close-Up
SNL! Euphoria! The Michael Jackson biopic! It’s a big year for the Hollywood heartthrob.
Danny Simmons Jr. Belonged to the People
The artist, who died on June 14th, was an advocate for creatives across Philadelphia and a voice for the underrepresented.
The Afterlife Is Getting a Makeover
When it comes to death, everyone these days is thinking outside the box.
How Philly Prepared to Host the World Cup
Melissa Piccoli, chief external affairs officer for Philadelphia Soccer 2026, talks FIFA, city pride, and her Philly picks.
Summer of Mann
To celebrate its 50th anniversary — and the nation’s 250th — the West Fairmount Park music venue will unveil a dramatic new look to its campus on Monday.
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.
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.
America’s Greatest Black-Owned Bookstore Community Is Right Here in Philly
More than places to buy books, these neighborhood institutions serve as classrooms, gathering spaces, and engines of change.
Anti-Folk Artist Adam Brodsky Returns With American Epitaph
It’s the Philly singer-songwriter’s first record in 20 years.
What Money-Smart Parents Teach Their Kids
Does your teen have their first summer job? Now’s the time to set them up for success.
