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Data Center Opponents Stage Halloween Protest at City Hall

’Tis the season for Jeff Bezos masks and angry pumpkins.


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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

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Pat Croce’s New Book Is All About Spirituality

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Kane Gets Ethics Complaint, Dem Challenger

The hits keep coming for embattled attorney general.

Church Kicks Out LGBT Catholic Groups During Papal Visit

“The Pope welcomes us into the Church, remembering the teachings of God…The Archbishop simply kicks us out.”

GALAEI Throwing Open House

The organization recently moved to North Philadelphia.

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Philly, Camden to Receive Fed Heroin Funds

A new attempt to battle epidemic.

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Fattah Due in Court Today

Philly congressman has vowed to fight racketeering charges.

Caitlyn Jenner Crowned “Social Media Queen” At Teen Choice Awards

She beat out Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus.


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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Martin O’Malley Is Coming to the Controversial Point Breeze Beer Garden

He’s holding a fundraiser there.

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Stupid Idea: Cat Cafes

Hingston: Nothing is more antithetical to getting anything accomplished than a cat.

Lady Gaga is Killing It On American Horror Story: Hotel Set

“Lady Gaga is everything I dreamed of and more.”

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Big Oil Train Report Calls for Positive Train Control

It’s one of 27 safety recommendations in the study.

Newest Sexual Fetish: Getting Alien Eggs Laid Inside You

“Many like to envision an alien creature that wants its eggs inside you.”

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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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Embiid to Have Season-Ending Surgery Tuesday

Sixers are on the hook for his contract because his foot injury was pre-existing.

“Ex-Gay” Therapy Advocates To Play Key Role During Papal Visit

“A conference intended to be inclusive of all Catholics will now serve as a platform for ideological extremists.”

Could Philadelphia Afford a $15 Minimum Wage?

A new analysis suggests that Philly is ill-equipped compared to places like New York City and San Francisco.

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Report: Former Penn State Basketball Player Detained on Suspicion of Terrorism

D.J. Newbill’s agent says it’s a misunderstanding over visa procedures.

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