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Donald Trump called Taylor Swift "unusually beautiful" and questioned if she was really "liberal" or if it's "an act."

National Politics

Donald Trump reacts to Taylor Swift’s endorsement for Kamala Harris: ‘She’ll probably pay a price’

Here's what Donald Trump had to say about Taylor Swift's Harris-Walz endorsement.

Emily Bloch9 minutes ago

Delaware native and actress Aubrey Plaza posted a photo of herself with her Grumpy Cat — the late meme feline she once starred in a movie with — as her endorsement for Kamala Harris.

National Politics

Delaware native Aubrey Plaza plays off Taylor Swift’s ‘childless cat lady’ post with her own Harris-Walz endorsement

Emily Bloch35 minutes ago

Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie poses for a portrait at the Penrose Diner in South Philadelphia on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.

Philly’s Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie is the star of a new concert film

Stephen Silver, For The Inquireran hour ago

Frankie Beverly, 77, has died, his family announced on Wednesday. In this photo he performs at the 2024 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival in New Orleans. (Photo by Barry Brecheisen/Invision/AP, File)

Frankie Beverly, Philadelphia soul singer of ‘Joy and Pain’ and ‘Before I Let Go,’ has died at 77

Dan DeLucaan hour ago

Weezer bring their Voyage To The Blue Planet Tour to the Wells Fargo Center on Friday. Dinosaur Jr. and the Flaming Lips are also on the bill.

In this busy music week, Weezer, The War on Drugs and The National, PJ Harvey head to Philly

Dan DeLucaan hour ago

Friends’ Central graduate is one half of Hollywood duo with newly-minted EGOT status

Ardmore-born Benj Pasek and his writing partner Justin Paul won the EGOT for a show tune featured in Hulu's 'Only Murders in the Building.'

Elizabeth Wellington

Benj Pasek (left) and Justin Paul are the newest EGOT winners. Pasek is an Ardmore native.

Benj Pasek (left) and Justin Paul are the newest EGOT winners. Pasek is an Ardmore native.

Friends’ Central graduate is one half of Hollywood duo with newly-minted EGOT status

Ardmore-born Benj Pasek and his writing partner Justin Paul won the EGOT for a show tune featured in Hulu's 'Only Murders in the Building.'

Elizabeth Wellington

A little-known master stained glass artist is behind the restoration of windows at Philly’s historic Mother Bethel AME Church

Lynette Hazelton

Stained glass artist Owusu Ansah with the stained glass window he made at Canaan Baptist Church, in Philadelphia, Aug. 27, 2024.

Wallo267 doesn’t want you to count yourself out

Wallace Peeples is better known as Wallo267 on social media, is a motivational speaker, podcaster, and influencer. His new book Armed with Good Intentions releases on Sept. 10

New report from the Friends of the Tanner House shows a year of community engagement as Black heritage revitalization projects gain new attention

Friends of the Tanner House gather outside 2908 W. Diamond St. Philadelphia, the former home of Henry O. Tanner, “the first African American artist to gain international acclaim.” This house has historic recognition. The G & R Contractors, LLC, will start work on Phase one of the project on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.

Sonia Sanchez talks about writing, the presidential election, and being a ‘BaddDDD’ sister at 90

Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist

Poet Sonia Sanchez at her home in Philadelphia on Wednesday.

Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie poses for a portrait at the Penrose Diner in South Philadelphia on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.

Philly’s Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie is the star of a new concert film

Stephen Silver, For The Inquireran hour ago

David Lynch in the late 1960s, when he was an art student living in Philadelphia.

Philly’s Best Movies | Sponsored by Xfinity

David Lynch wouldn’t be making films if it hadn’t been for Philly’s ‘filth’

John Semley, For The Inquirer

Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie poses for a portrait at the Penrose Diner in South Philadelphia on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.

Philly’s Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie is the star of a new concert film

Stephen Silver, For The Inquireran hour ago

David Lynch in the late 1960s, when he was an art student living in Philadelphia.

Philly’s Best Movies | Sponsored by Xfinity

David Lynch wouldn’t be making films if it hadn’t been for Philly’s ‘filth’

John Semley, For The Inquirer

Internet personality and comedian Jane Wickline, best known for her sketches on TikTok, has been cast on the upcoming season of "Saturday Night Live." Wickline has Philadelphia ties.

SNL drafts internet personality with Philly ties Jane Wickline

The debate stage at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, where Kamala Harris will face Donald Trump Tuesday night.

Presidential debate: Start time, how to watch and stream first 2024 faceoff between Harris and Trump

Internet personality and comedian Jane Wickline, best known for her sketches on TikTok, has been cast on the upcoming season of "Saturday Night Live." Wickline has Philadelphia ties.

SNL drafts internet personality with Philly ties Jane Wickline

The debate stage at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, where Kamala Harris will face Donald Trump Tuesday night.

Presidential debate: Start time, how to watch and stream first 2024 faceoff between Harris and Trump

The annual Midtown Village Fall Festival stretches up 13th Street from Locust to Market Streets, pictured here in 2012. The festival includes food, drink, and crafts vendors, live music, and a pop-up beer garden

22 must-do fall festivals, street markets, and celebrations in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is packed with fall events like festivals, street markets, and celebrations this year. Here's a list of more than 20 to choose from.

Pig Iron Theatre Company's 'Poor Judge' premieres at the 2024 Fringe Festival, running Sept. 11-22 at the Wilma Theater. The festival features over 1,000 performances by a range of artists.

The best things to do in Philadelphia this week

Amber Burns and Lauren McCutcheon

A family browses the apple selection at Linvilla Orchard.

10 places to go apple picking near Philadelphia

Hira Qureshi and Nick Vadala

Explore Manayunk, the neighborhood known for its nature trails, restaurants and festivals.

Explore Philly’s neighborhoods: Guides to food, drink, and fun in Cedar Park, Fishtown, South Street, and more

Sam Ruland

Bring sturdy shoes or hiking boots to take on Ricketts Glen State Park's trails, and resist shortcuts; the terrain can be treacherous. (Carolyn Kaster/AP)

⛺ We’re happy campers | Outdoorsy Newsletter

Gameday Central: Eagles vs Packers

Gameday Central: Eagles vs Packers

Join our team of Eagles insiders, Olivia Reiner and EJ Smith, for Gameday Central — your go-to source for live coverage, expert analysis, and all the hype as the Birds take flight in Brazil.

Rosa Padilla stocking the shelves at the new Pathmark in North Philadelphia in 1999.

Philadelphia News

Supermarkets spent 60 years avoiding North Philly. But Black entrepreneurs have fought to bring — and keep — them there

Lynette Hazelton

Joseph Fulton, a boiler cook and 30-year employee, preps crab imperial for the dinner rush at the Lobster House, which is celebrating its 100th year in 2022.

New Jersey News

At the Lobster House, one of the nation’s busiest restaurants, it takes a small army to serve up seafood

Who won our Italian Hoagie Bracket?

The best Italian hoagie in Philly, according to Philadelphians

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

2022 Hoagie Bracket

Who makes the best Italian hoagie in Philly? You decide with The Inquirer’s hoagie bracket.

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

Rosa Padilla stocking the shelves at the new Pathmark in North Philadelphia in 1999.

Philadelphia News

Supermarkets spent 60 years avoiding North Philly. But Black entrepreneurs have fought to bring — and keep — them there

Lynette Hazelton

Joseph Fulton, a boiler cook and 30-year employee, preps crab imperial for the dinner rush at the Lobster House, which is celebrating its 100th year in 2022.

New Jersey News

At the Lobster House, one of the nation’s busiest restaurants, it takes a small army to serve up seafood

Who won our Italian Hoagie Bracket?

The best Italian hoagie in Philly, according to Philadelphians

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

2022 Hoagie Bracket

Who makes the best Italian hoagie in Philly? You decide with The Inquirer’s hoagie bracket.

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

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