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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.


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How Do You Host the World Cup? This Philly Soccer Exec Has Been Preparing for Years

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The Afterlife Is Getting a Makeover

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West Philly’s Colman Domingo Is Ready for His Close-Up

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Homefront: Blue Streak

Blue Streak, Wilmington, Del.

From the Editor: December 2006

Last month, we broke from our standard fare and put a gun on our cover, in an effort to jar all of us awake in […]

Transforming a condo in the clouds into an idyllic modern retreat meant scouting the fair seas for inspiration

Safe Harbor

From squats to exfoliation, here’s how to get dress-ready for your big day

Body Beautiful, Part 3: Armed and Ready

Ask the Experts: Is A Cash Bar Appropriate?

Is a Cash Bar Appropriate?

Taste: In Search of … Rotisserie Chicken

With all the present-wrapping and family drama in your holiday future, a rotisserie chicken from the local supermarket's prepared foods section is an easy way […]


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

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.


What to Drink: Château de Tracy Pouilly-Fumé 2004

What to Drink: Château de Pouilly-Fumé 2004

Is there any reason why witnesses to violent crime in this city should risk speaking up?

Don't Start Snitchin'

Taste: The Biz: Starr in NY Mag

Starr Pockets Zagat Accolade; New York Finally Notices

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Philadelphia Talks: Stopping the Violence

Pulse: Creative Buzz December 2006

Creative Buzz

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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.


A.C. Now: Whim Aweigh

Whim Aweigh

When five Amish schoolgirls were murdered in October 2006, the picture that emerged of their isolated community showed us everything except how they really felt.

When five Amish schoolgirls were murdered at the West Nickel Mines School in October 2006, the picture that emerged of their isolated community showed us everything except how they really felt.

The Good Life: Change, Please

Change, Please

The Good Life: Bunny Hop

Bunny Hop

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