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Love, Loss, and a Main Line Ponzi Scheme: The Amazing Second Chapter of Kami Verne

After her husband swindled some of Philadelphia’s wealthiest people, decimated her picture-perfect Main Line life, and went to prison, Kami Verne doubled down on the only thing she still trusted: love.


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Former UArts Building Gets a Second Act

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Fight at the Museum: Inside the Collapse of the Academy of Natural Sciences

A rat like the ones in Philadelphia PETA wants us to stop poisoning
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PETA’s Answer for Philly’s Massive Rat Problem? Birth Control

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In the meantime, join the collegiate hordes at a free weekend music fest

Back to the Books … on Monday

The original “black gold” makes a gourmet comeback

A Spice Reborn

Previews of Boston restaurateur Patrick Lyons's three new spots

Lyons Roars at The Pier

AC TEST MONDAY

AC TEST MONDAY

Style: Turn On

Turn On

Style: Blush Up

Blush Up


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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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.


Philadelphia’s building boom will change the city’s skyline — and its restaurant scene

Dinner, With a Condo on Top

Spirits: Bluecoat Gin

Bluecoat Gin

Previews of Stephen Starr's two new Atlantic City restaurants

Buddakan Starr hired Standard hotels designer Shawn Hausman to hip-ify and high-design both Pier ventures. To this one, the love child of the Philly and […]

Local black beers take on longtime heavyweight Guinness

Battle of the Brews

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