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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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Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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Wolf Floats New Liquor Privatization Plan

Third-party company could run stores, but would have to keep all employees.

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Pope Week Begins: 3 Things to Know

Francis visits Cuba; media focuses on Chaput; D.C. struggles with pope logistics.

Anderson Cooper Gets Spanked On Stage By Madonna

He had been a “very bad” boy, according to the Material Girl.

What Happened After My Kidnapping

Three kids abducted me in 2006. It changed my life. Did it destroy theirs?

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What Swarthmore Could Learn From Jerry Falwell’s University

Hingston: If a slur lands in the forest, should everybody hear it?

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Attention Eagles Fans: I Want In

Weymouth: You guys are having all of the fun. And as soon as I figure out how, I’m joining you.


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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Best Thing: Eagles Lost Their Season-Opener

Hingston: We’re not a city that’s psychologically equipped to withstand the pressure of a could-be-undefeated season.

Eric Fanning Nominated as First Openly Gay Service Secretary

It is yet another LGBT-supportive move by the Obama administration.

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FBI: Terror Suspect Tried to Fly Out of Philly to Join ISIS

He was denied boarding.

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Why Does N.J. Congressman Want a Hearing on Daily Fantasy Sports?

“How is that different” from gambling, he asks.

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How Serious Was Seth Williams’s Review of Those Porny Emails?

A closer look at the D.A.’s justifications for not firing anyone over Porngate.

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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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Richard Gere in Philly Advocating for Homeless

He walked the red carpet with Sister Mary at a screening of his new film.

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Free Ride on the Broad Street Line Sunday, Thanks to Beer

Yay football! Yay corporate sponsorships!

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Kenney to Nutter: Stand Up For Gays When Pope Visits

The mayoral nominee slams the church and tells Nutter to get LGBT families face time with Francis.

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Pope-a-Potties Are Going In. 3,000 of Them.

Crews are setting up the least-glamorous part of hosting potentially over a million people.

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