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For Joe Torsella, the Play’s the Thing

Politics, it turns out, is not. The former state treasurer has drinks and conversation with longtime friend and Fringe founder Nick Stuccio.


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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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Dykstra Sentenced to Three Years in Jail

The Dude was sentenced to three years in prison by an L.A. County Superior Court judge today. The judge issued the sentence after denying Dykstra’s […]

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Radiohead Announces Camden Show

Radiohead is coming to Camden this summer. The group announced a set of tour dates this morning that includes a June 13th show at the […]

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Springsteen Ain’t Afraid to Show the Passion in His Pants

We’re admittedly a little late to the party, but it’s a slow news day and we can’t get enough of Jimmy Fallon as Neil Young […]

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The Olympics Made Comcast CEO Brian Roberts Cry

ESPN who? The cable giant in our own back yard dropped $4.4 billion to essentially call “shotgun” on Olympic coverage through 2012. And that’s just […]

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Ban on Texting While Driving Starts Thursday

Pennsylvania drivers will have to keep their eyes on the roads Thursday when a state-wide ban on texting while driving goes into effect. In addition […]

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Archdiocese Names New CFO

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has named Timothy O’Shaughnessy as its new chief financial officer. The 48-year-old O’Shaughnessy will be filling a vacancy left after Anita […]


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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Watch the Prop 8 Play

The reading’s online in its entirety

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Women’s Health is Under Fire

An LGBT perspective

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The One-Percenters Are Back to Building at the Shore

Signs the traction of the economic recovery is taking hold: less volatile swings in the stock market, better employment figures, the daunting wait list at […]

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Reviewed: The Last Le Bec-Fin Dinner Ever

Unless you’ve been in Botswana for the last month, you probably know that Saturday night was the final dinner ever at Le Bec-Fin, the famed […]

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The Era of Martyrdom Politics

Sandra Fluke doesn’t deserve to be called a slut. Andrew Breitbart does deserve to be called a douche—but saying it when his family is grieving […]

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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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Escape to Hawaii at the Philly Flower Show

Walking through the entrance, you are immediately confronted by a large structure that juts overhead. With flower-filled lattices and white, undulating screens that capture projections […]

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Gay Adoption: A Reality

Inside HelpUsAdopt.org’s outreach

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You’re Not Really Outraged By the Saints’ Bounty Program

So, you’re disgusted by the news that New Orleans Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams ran a bounty program for three years? Outraged that he might […]

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City Council: Yes to Partnership Rights

Philly supports a state resolution

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