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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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Passenger Says SEPTA Driver Mocked His Disability

Federal lawsuit claims the driver said: “Get up and give me some money. You can walk.”

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If These Two Women Invite You Into Their Car, We Suggest Saying No

They are wanted by police for an armed robbery in NoLibs.

Gay Sparks Will Fly on The View

The LGBT community gets one super ally and one not so supportive co-host.

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Lingerie Model Sues Delilah’s Den

Carlee Costello says the strip club withheld employee tips and failed to pay them what was owed.

Report: Feds Raid RentBoy.Com

RentBoy.com employees were charged with “conspiring to violate the Travel Act promoting prostitution.”

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Most Americans Oblivious to Pope’s Visit

Poll also suggests most American Catholics do favor same-sex marriage.


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.


Queer at FringeArts Fest: You Are the Hero

“I created the show because I noticed in myself, as well as in others, an unreasonable fear of doing what would make us happy.”

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Mace Wielding Cigarette Thief Strikes Again in Center City

Two 7-Elevens in two days.

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WATCH: The Phillies Gave Up 8 Home Runs Last Night

They were up 7-2, also!

PHOTOS: IBA Monthly Mixer at Duross and Langel

Philly’s LGBT chamber of commerce mingled in style.

UberX Reduces Drunk Driving Deaths, Study Shows

The Temple University analysis seems to backs up the company’s claim that it’s made places like Philly safer.

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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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Six Things to Know About Kane’s Preliminary Hearing

In a bizarre court proceeding that featured Kane’s twin sister, a judge ruled that the AG will go to trial.

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Terry Egger Named New Publisher at PMN

Former publisher of Cleveland Plain Dealer takes over Philadelphia newspapers.

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What Can Biden Learn From Pa.’s Putrid Presidential Past?

Five Keystone politicians offer a cautionary tale to the vice president and Scranton native.

What Duet Should Barbra Streisand and Lady Gaga Sing?

Four picks that are making us gaga.

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