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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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Home: Editor’s Letter

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The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

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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.


Right Now Recipe: Chinese New Year Buddhist Delight

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Wall decals: cute without commitment

Wall decals: cute without commitment I thought wall decals were everywhere until I went to Paris for a week and they really were everywhere. At […]

Avoid the post-Oscar-nom garbage and catch these classics instead

A few weeks ago, we were happily watching Oscar contenders like There Will Be Blood and No Country for Old Men. But now, it seems […]

You don’t have to have a destination wedding to skip town with your nearest and dearest; instead, plan a pre-wedding weekend to this bachelorette-party-perfect hot spot!

You don’t have to have a destination wedding to skip town with your nearest and dearest; instead, plan a pre-wedding weekend to this bachelorette-party-perfect hot […]

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