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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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Drexel Criticized for Noam Chomsky Honor

The left-wing scholar and activist said to have virulent views on Israel.

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Gay Activists: We’ll Protest the Pope’s Visit If We Want

The church said last week that gay people can attend the World Meeting of Families, but not to protest.

Of Course the Union Is a Legit Philly Team

Because they stink.

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Phillies Name Andy MacPhail New Team President

The Phils’ new buzzword: Sabermetrics.

Google’s Next Big Project? “Urban Problems”

New Google subsidiary called Sidewalk Labs aims to improve city life by leveraging tech. Free wifi in NYC is the first project.

A Day-by-Day Guide to the LGBT Anniversary Celebration

There’s a host of both free and ticketed events throughout the city.


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.


Candidates Love a Camera

Philly pols share their selfies. Well, “selfies.” Not all of them were clear on the concept.

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Report: Sixers to Pay Pelicans $3 Million for Breaking NBA Rules

Jrue Holiday’s injuries not disclosed before trade.

Gay Philly Selfies

From Yannick to Geno Vento.

Bonus! 25 More Great Philly Selfies

Heather Mitts, Kevin Sbraga, Jen Utley, Playboy Playmate Val Keil, and more.

PA LGBT Anti-Discrimination Bill Given Another Shot

State Senator Larry Farnese hopes the third time’s a charm.

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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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Black Bear Crashed Lehigh University Party

The critter “scared the living daylights out of people.”

Confederate Flags in Wildwood
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There Are Still Confederate Flag Shirts for Sale in Wildwood

But here’s guessing they’ll be gone eventually.

New “Smart” Condoms Turn Colors If You Have a STI

It is the brainchild of a group of teens from London.

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Newspaper Guild Releases Details of Agreement

How a strike was averted, and Philly’s major newspapers lived to fight another day.

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