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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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Having a Thin Boyfriend May Lead to Eating Disorders

Rutgers Camden and Villanova researchers conduced the study.

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Clock Ticking on Newspaper Deal

Philadelphia Media Network, Newspaper Guild face epic Monday bargaining session.

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Investigators Descend Upon Kathleen Kane’s Offices

Montgomery County prosecutor is pursuing leak investigation.

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NBA Mock Draft Roundup

With the No. 3 pick, the experts think the Sixers will select …

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Water Main Break Causes Flooding in Hunting Park

A grocery store parking lot is underwater, stores have been evacuated.

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Cole Hamels’ Locker Emptied, Nameplate Removed (As a Joke)

Good one.


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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D’Angelo Russell: The Guy Everyone Thinks the Sixers Are Drafting

Draftland: Is he really the safe pick people say he is?

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Dolphin, Half-Eaten by Shark, Washes Up in North Wildwood

But you shouldn’t be concerned.

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5 Questions About the Future of Philly’s Schools

City Council voted to give the schools (some) extra money today. But the budget crisis is far from over.

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Is Chip Kelly’s Ego Killing the Eagles?

Missanelli: There’s just no way to defend the way he dumped Evan Mathis.

Mural Arts Teams Up With LGBTQ Organizations to Present “Showing Face”

The year-long project will be dedicated next week.

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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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Philly Is Getting an Airbnb Tax

City Council passed the new bill today. Mayor Michael Nutter is expected to sign it into law.

Pope Calls Earth “An Immense Pile of Filth”

Francis takes on climate change.

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Charleston Shooting’s Unique Sorrow for Society Hill Congregation

Emanuel AME has its roots in Philly’s Mother Bethel.

COMMENTARY: Why “That’s So Gay” Is Okay…Or Not

A history lesson on the word “gay.”

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