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Philly Is a Hot New Hub for Publishing Insiders

Literary agents, best-selling authors, and industry conveners — they’re having some of their biggest successes in Philly.


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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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Is Philly’s Next Hot Neighborhood … the Navy Yard?

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Harry Potter vs. Voldemort, but with Donald Trump instead of Voldemort
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Penn Study: Harry Potter Readers Less Likely to Vote for Trump

He-Who-Must-Not-Be-President, more like.

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Poll: Clinton’s Favorability Up in Pa. After DNC

But many Bernie supporters remain rigid in their opposition.

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Trump Calls Clinton ‘The Devil’; Clinton Surges Ahead in Post-DNC Poll

Yesterday was an eventful day for both of our presidential candidates.

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Yes, Black Lives Matter Has an Agenda — and Philadelphians Helped Write It

“This is a huge milestone.”

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A Modest Proposal: Let’s Keep Guns Out of Kids’ Hands

City officials talked about gun locks and a new law on Monday morning.

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Pa. Vets Denounce Trump’s Khan Comments

The group of Clinton backers said an apology may not be enough.


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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Christie Signs Madison Holleran Suicide Prevention Act

New Jersey colleges must provide 24/7 access to mental healthcare professionals for students.

Neighborhood Group Will Drop “Newbold” From Its Name

The name always riled some longtime Point Breezers.

LGBTQ&A: Brandon Szeker

The Gay Men’s Chorus member on his once-in-a-lifetime DNC experience.

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Casey: DNC Showed Something Special About Philly

Pa. senator says the city provided a shining example of America at its best.

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Police Still Looking for Northeast Philly Road Rage Shooter

The victim was uninjured.

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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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Mother of Muslim War Hero Responds to Trump

“My husband asked me if I wanted to speak, but I told him I could not.”

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The Hillary Selfie That Almost Wasn’t

The story of 10-year-old Harper Leary and her mom’s broken phone.

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DNC in Philly: A Success Story

No one parked on the Broad Street median – and other uplifting tales.

Squires: The Last Boys’ Club

High-stakes gambling. Near-death experiences. Semi-naked golf. For decades, what happened inside the exclusive, strictly all-male Squires golf club stayed in the clubhouse — until now.

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