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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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Stewart on Trump: “A Rich, Crazy, Egotistical Monster”

Jon rips apart the GOP candidate.

PHOTOS: Our Night Out at The Shambles at Headhouse

There’s a reason why Our Night Out was named our “Best Gay Night Out” for 2015.

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Airport Braces for Pope’s Visit

Plus: City’s anxiety becomes a national story

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Why Philly’s Special Election Matters

Voters will pick three new members of the city’s Harrisburg delegation. It could use some fresh faces.

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One Philly College Makes Forbes’ Top 10 List

But it’s not Penn.

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Man Deported to China in Test-Taking Scandal

He wanted to get into Penn or some other top school. So he cheated.


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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Missing Political Consultant Briefly Worked for Kenney

His campaign downplayed the connection.

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The Legacy of Cole Hamels

Missanelli: He won us a World Series — yet always left us wanting more.

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In Delco, a Bruiser of a Special Election

As GOP dominance fades in the county, the fight for a House district gets intense.

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Equality Pennsylvania Issues Faith Moral Statement on Discrimination

“It is not right that lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender people can be fired, evicted, or refused services at a business based on who they are.”

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A Cole Hamels Career Timeline

Look back through the Phillies’ ace’s career.

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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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SEPTA “Trolley Tunnel Blitz” Starts Tomorrow

The trolley tunnel will close to passenger use for two weeks. But there are alternatives.

Some Reasons Behind Philly’s STI Problem

How did the City of Brotherly Love (no puns intended) rank in the top four most concentrated STI areas in the country?

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Newspaper Guild Accuses Lenfest of Stirring Trouble With Bonus Announcement

“Who does that? What purpose does it serve?”

PHOTOS: GayFest 2015 Preview

Presenting a wide assortment of theatrical delights for all tastes.

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