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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.


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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Taste: Eat This Now: Olive Oil at Mercato

It reads like a wine list — “amazingly vivid color,” “aromas of apples, fresh-cut grass and hints of banana,” “smooth, buttery finish” — but BYOB […]

Best of Philly 2005: Fun

Place to get in on the best fun trend if you don’t feel like coming into the city:Facenda-Whitaker LanesNot too fancy, not too dingy, with […]

Where Herb Lusk’s church is happy to take government money, other local black churches are building from within

It’s an hour before 11:30 service on an overcast Sunday morning at the height of vacation season. But the lots at Sharon Baptist Church are […]

Best of Philly 2005: Nightlife & Bars

Places to pick up a lawyer: Capital Grille and Marathon Grill Commerce Square If you’re thinking older and divorced, the bar at the Capital Grille […]

Summer Food 2005: BYOBs

In the beginning, there was a trendlet of little neighborhood joints. Now, ambitious, stylish bring-your-own spots open on a seemingly daily basis, from Kennett Square […]

Taste: Dining Scene: Second Helpings

Last month, the Teti family, owners of Murray’s Restaurant and Delicatessen in Bala Cynwyd, opened a second outpost of the locally famous deli, on Market […]


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.


Pulse Style: Cruise Control

If the thought of flying to a cruise port doesn’t float your boat, we have news for you: Beginning this spring, three cruise lines will […]

Pulse Style: Best Dresser

What you may know about 19th-century British designer Christopher Dresser (1834–1904): that his minimalist, ahead-of-their time geometric teapots and toast racks have inspired contemporary designers […]

Pulse Style: Consumed: Bowled Over

Alexander Stadler suffers no shortage of passions. There are the cheeky little books he writes and illustrates (Beverly Billingsly Takes the Cake is due out […]

Pulse Style: Ragas Report: What’s in Store

Give your skin a makeover this spring with Yves Rocher’s newest innovation in skin care. The intensive facial treatment starts with Cellular Renaissance — a […]

Pulse Style: Ragas Report: Shop Talk: Beyond Basics

When was the last time you scored a pair of coveted Frankie B. cargo jeans or a chic ruched gold leather Lauren Merkin clutch … […]

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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.


Pulse: Health: Medical Mix-Ups

Remember the inexplicable blood transfusion snafu at Duke Medical Center, the overdose of chemotherapy at Dana Farber, and the woman who had the wrong breast […]

Pulse: Quick Takes

Eagles: We Want Your ChildrenLook for a new Eagles TV show for kids this fall. The show comes on the heels of the Eagles Kids’ […]

Pulse Style: Ragas Report: Test Drive: I-Robot Roomba Discovery

WHAT: A vacuuming robot. HOW IT WORKS: The Roomba rolls around your house, literally bouncing off the walls and sucking up everything in its path […]

Pulse: Trends: The Albanians Are Coming!

“FINE ITALIAN CUISINE” reads the lettering on the maroon window awnings. I’m at Front and Morris in South Philly, where I’m meeting friends at Langostino’s, […]

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