City Life

To Stave Off Gentrification, Kensington Becomes Its Own Landlord

How one special sliver of the city is redefining what smart neighborhood development can look like in Philadelphia … and far beyond.


City Life

The Editors’ Cut: What We’re Reading, Watching, Doing, and Liking This Week

Foobooz

How Childhood Disappointment Inspired Philly’s Most “Absurd” Burger

Things to Do

Forget Dinner: Try These Unique Valentine’s Day Dates

Find It PhillyWhat you need, when you need it.

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City Life

Some Philly-Area Police Departments Have Used DNA to Create CGI Sketches of Suspects

DNA phenotyping is part of a new wave of investigative tools for law enforcement. Critics dismiss it as “science fiction.”

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Property

Just Listed: Modern Workingman’s Rowhouse in Point Breeze

This simple rowhouse’s strong bones now support a classy modern interior.

Be Well Philly

This New Yoga Studio in Northern Liberties Has On-Site Wellness Services and Beer Tastings

Tula Yoga and Wellness will offer vinyasa, restorative, and strength-training yoga.

NextHealth PHL

NextUp: ChromaTan Is Making Biologic Manufacturing More Cost-Effective

The local company has invented a chromatography technique that could save biotech companies millions of dollars.

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Philadelphia Wedding

A Vegetarian Bride and a Gluten-Free Groom Had a Vegan Wedding at Vedge

After eloping on the beach, they invited 42 guests to a “vow recital” followed by a gourmet five-course meal.

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Be Well Philly

The Sable Collective Is Bringing Joy and Wellness to the Fashion District

Owner Shanti Mayers chats about how her boutique promotes wellness through healing remedies and self-affirming products for people of color.


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The 150 Most Influential Philadelphians

The 150 Most Influential Philadelphians

Our celebration of the 150 most influential Philadelphians who have shaped where we’ve been and those who are determining our future

All Hail the Hoagie

All Hail the Hoagie

Our all-you-can-eat guide to the true king of Philadelphia sandwiches. 


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City Life

How Philly Stacks Up to Other Cities — in Practically Everything

From bedbugs to traffic jams, here’s how our city compares to the rest of America.

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City Life

Philadelphia Is the Best City for Sports Fans

Our teams’ merely occasional greatness ensures we never get smug and complacent.

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Foobooz

Philly Is the Worst City in Which to Open a Restaurant

Sure, this is a great food town. But it’s harsh out there.

City Life

Philadelphia Is the Best City for Walking

It’s all about what you can see while you’re walking.

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City Life

Philadelphia is the Worst City for Politics

Once upon a time, we were the best city for politics — and there’s nothing sadder than a has-been.

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An Optimist’s Guide to Philadelphia

An Optimist’s Guide to Philadelphia

There are thousands of reasons to feel bullish about the future of our amazing city — all you have to do is look around.

Best of Philly 2025

Best of Philly 2025

Please give a warm welcome to Best of Philly 2025: Everything you want, didn’t know you needed, and should check out in Philadelphia right now.


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City Life

This New Tour Lets You Experience the Free Library’s Rare Book Collection

The Central Branch has launched “Hands-On History,” giving better access to one of Philly’s best hidden gems.

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City Life

How Yardley Went From Quaint, Sleepy Suburb to Happening River Town

New businesses have given Yardley a shot of adrenaline.

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Life & Style

Philly Designer King Saladeen on His Comet-Like Art and Fashion Evolution

From Nike shoes to Birkin bags to the Fitler Club, his mix of pop fine art and graffiti is turning up everywhere.

City Life

Best Thing: There Was No Eagles Game This Weekend

Sometimes nothing is better than something.

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