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Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year.

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Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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The economy may suck, but life doesn’t have to. Here, 68 simple ways to trim some fat, live a little smarter, and make the very most of your money

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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.

This Bala Cynwyd chiropractor awaiting trial in a Montco jail just couldn’t get a break

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Jenkintown’s sexiest export stars in He’s Just Not That Into You

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Three years into his rocky first term as New Jersey’s governor, he’s left to wonder if people really want politicians who tell the truth

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Jon Corzine won an election by promising to bring change, courage and transparency to government.

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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.

Peruse Fred Lavner’s locally inspired retro Jewish-culture tees

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Philly, of all places, is changing this elusive liquor’s rep 

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