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So, that premium dental plan was a casualty of the down economy? Don’t take it out on your teeth. Here’s how you can get what you need, for less.

Go to school: Lucky you! Philadelphia is home to some of the best dental schools in the country, and your chompers can reap the benefits. […]

206 of the region’s best, as chosen by their peers.

Whether you’re craving a Hollywood smile, grinding your molars into oblivion or just due — or past due — for a cleaning, look no further. […]

The race to be the best of the best defines life inside the Curtis Institute of Music.

Imagine a Rittenhouse Square mansion stuffed with the world’s top musical prodigies. Now imagine you’re one of them, trying to survive round-the-clock rehearsals, barking instructors […]

A 24-year-old newly single professional who has three months to fit into her bridesmaid dress. “I’m a bridesmaid in two weddings that are quickly approaching, and I’m hoping to be rocking the form-fitting dress.”

Jessica’s Sweat Trainer: Meghan Anderson [sidebar]Initial assessment: “Jessica was extremely positive and determined to enter into our training program. In the past, she tried working […]

A soon-to-be-40 working mom who wants to drop pounds so she can keep up with her teenage daughter. “I want to keep up when walking and for her to understand the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.”

Deidre’s Sweat Trainer: Adarrel Fisher, Head Trainer  Initial Assessments: “Deidre has a wonderful personality. She is willing to do whatever it takes to improve her […]

A 25-year-old just-married caterer who wants to begin the greatest adventure of her life looking good and feeling great. “I don’t feel beautiful because I know I’m not healthy. I want to start my married life as a healthy, beautiful woman.”

Devon’s Sweat Trainer: Holly Waters [sidebar]Initial Assessments: “The girl is in it to win it! I am honored to work with such an enthusiastic and […]


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.


A 39-year-old sign-equipment salesman and self-proclaimed fast-food junkie. “The only thing I like better than bacon is cheese-covered bacon.”

Jim’s Sweat Trainer: Chris Connors and Meghan Anderson Initial assessment: "Jim’s core is very weak. He also needs to work on his cardiovascular and his […]

So, You Want To Change Your Name?

You can ask anyone who has legally changed her name: The government-agency-and-bank-filled process is painful, to say the least. Which is why the new, brilliantly […]

Forget that boring, fatty, overly processed French onion dip and whip up one of these fresh, better-for-you options from healthy chef Katie Cavuto. Your guests (and your jeans) will thank you.

Red Lentil Dal Ingredients 2 Cups low sodium vegetable stock 1 Cup dried small red lentils 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 cups white onion, […]

OBSESSED: Picks From Our Style Squad

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Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.

Lime Boutique: Online SaleThis fashionable Lambertville boutique is marking down lots of fall and winter merchandise(including clothes and handbags) between 20 and 50 percent, which […]

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


Home Editor Lauren McCutcheon is practicing for her ambitious spring gardening on poor, defenseless houseplants.

This week’s warm(ish) weather has me dreaming of spring, when I plan (I swear) to plant, at long last, my extra-mini city backyard. And although […]

A&E Editor Victor Fiorillo is finally warm, and he’s not giving it up!

A couple of weeks ago, in the middle of what AccuWeather has predicted will be the coldest winter in several years, I shocked a few […]

Promotion: January’s Advice From the Pros Answers

Eddie Bruce, Eddie Bruce Music: This scenario is a mess waiting to happen. A band your dad was in since high school may be really […]

239 Best Dishes to Eat in Philly: Continued

Short ribs at Nunzio — You’ll want to get one of the soft, gorgonzola-bathed gnocchi and a sliver of the accompanying fork-tender short ribs in […]

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