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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.


News

Former UArts Building Gets a Second Act

Longform

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
News

PETA’s Answer for Philly’s Massive Rat Problem? Birth Control

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The Case for Public Drinking Fountains

Nobody should have to pay $2 for a drink of water.

Phillies’ Franco Hit on Wrist; X-Rays Negative

Not broken, but Phillies phenom says: “I mean, it’s pretty sore.”

News

Democrats Sweep Special Elections

Four big lessons from a foregone conclusion.

News

Mayor Nutter: Pope Planning “Smart and Sane”

In Daily News op-ed: “Some members of the news media are scaring people.”

Road work on South 10th Street at Tasker St.

South Philly Water Main Work Should Be Completed by November

There will be a community meeting on August 18th to discuss it.

News

A Massive Number of People Used the Schuylkill River Trail Last Year

How the city’s trails are becoming part of the transportation network.


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.


News

No, Kane Scandal Is Not a “Blow to Women”

Mathis: Pennsylvania politics were corrupt long before women started winning elections.

Mazzoni Center: SEPTA Statement Doesn’t Add Up

Their Legal and Public Policy Director claims there are several inaccuracies.

Saxbys Gayborhood Location Sets August Opening

Founder and CEO Nick Bayer will be on hand to pull the location’s inaugural espresso shots.

Kristin Chenoweth Coming Back to Philadelphia

Glitter and be gay!

News

Drexel: Most Adults Are Sexting

And those who sext more are generally happier in their relationships.

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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.


News

PSA: Surprise! Today is Election Day!

Philly will pick three new state legislators today. Here’s a cheat sheet to the race.

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News

Maikel Franco Hits Massive Home Run in Arizona

Has Phils’ third baseman become a legitimate Rookie of the Year candidate?

News

For the Love of Real-Deal Philly Pizza

Weymouth: There’s nothing wrong with the latest wave of artisanal, micro-batch pies. But sometimes you just need Lorenzo’s.

News

Toothless Man Robs Wawa of Cigarettes

He just shoved his way behind the counter and took them.

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