People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
Live Aid Had a Hooters Problem
Not everyone was happy to see the local greats take the stage at JFK.
Philly Today: The City Strike Is Over But World Cafe Live’s Labor Problems Persist
Things are about to heat back up at the once-beloved Philly music venue.
We Need to Talk About How Bad the Live Aid Led Zeppelin Reunion Was
It was, indeed, a “disaster” as guest drummer Phil Collins put it.
Philly Today: The City’s Trash Problem Just Literally Made Me Puke
Plus, why are we putting a garbage drop-off site right next to a playground?
So Just How Hot Was It at Live Aid in Philadelphia?
“Boiling hot,” the lead singer of Judas Priest tells us.
Philly Today: No, You Can’t Fire Mayor Parker Amid the Stenchful Strike
You can thank Frank Rizzo.
Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope
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.
It’s Officially Live Aid Week In Philadelphia
A weeklong celebration and exploration of the greatest show on Earth.
How On Earth Did Live Aid Even Wind Up in Philadelphia?
And how the Eagles could have prevented it from happening.
How Philly Took Over Your TV
From Long Bright River to Deli Boys to Dope Thief, Philadelphia now finds itself squarely at the center of the prestige TV world.
Philly Today: The Trashing Continues
All of those Fourth of July meat wrappers could get very, very gross.
Philly Today: Penn Caves to Trump Administration on Transgender Athletes
Plus, beware stinging Asian needle ants.
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.
Let This Philly Realtor Show You How Not to Behave at the Airport
He tried to evade security and somehow thought a $50 bill would solve the problem.
Make America Kind Again
Quiet acts of kindness suggest a growing civility, one small moment at a time.
Philly’s Great and Not-So-Great Fourth of July Concerts
From Elton John to the Nicki Minaj travesty to those “Who Let the Dogs Out?” guys.
