Opinion

Daniel Penny exits a Manhattan courtroom on Dec. 5. For Solomon Jones, Penny's acquittal in the killing of Jordan Neely confirms an uncomfortable truth: In Donald Trump’s America, Black lives simply don’t matter.

In the acquittal of Daniel Penny, a harsh lesson for Black America

When the white former Marine was found not guilty in the chokehold death of a homeless African American, we were all reminded of the disposability of Black lives.

In the acquittal of Daniel Penny, a harsh lesson for Black America

For new arrivals on our shores — teetering between hope and fear, VietLead offers a crucial lifeline | Philly Gives

Maybe Dick Allen’s inclusion in the Hall will help heal Philadelphia’s deep racial wounds in baseball

Letters to the Editor | Dec. 11, 2024

I’m a UFO researcher from New Jersey. The drone situation is out of control.

In the acquittal of Daniel Penny, a harsh lesson for Black America

In the acquittal of Daniel Penny, a harsh lesson for Black America

Assad’s fall deals a blow to Russia and Iran, but leaves Syria’s future uncertain

These Philadelphians lived under authoritarian rule. As Trump takes power, their stories should serve as cautionary tales.

The New York Times confirmed what always we knew, Colman Domingo crushes the fashion game

The 2025 Pantone Color of the Year is the same shade as espresso martinis, cozy cashmere, lingering autumn leaves, and, well, me.

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After toppling Assad, Syrians face a new day — and remind the world’s democracies of freedoms often taken for granted | Editorial

‘Trump-proofing’: Elected leaders must step up to protect vulnerable communities | Editorial

The death of Jah’Nae Campbell underscores the lax oversight of Philadelphia’s low-income rental housing | Editorial

Hunter Biden’s ill-advised pardon sends a dangerous message | Editorial

Gov. Shapiro helped keep SEPTA going, but a long-term solution is needed | Editorial

Ask Philly-area centenarians what they’ve learned in 100 years

10 things I learned from centenarians in the Philadelphia area

1,428 years of wisdom

Age is not a destination

1,428 years of wisdom

Age is not a destination