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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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Opinion

The Afterlife Is Getting a Makeover

Q&A

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

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Black, Gay and Christian

A new book explores gay spirituality

News

The Saga of David Oh

Can he still win council seat?

News

Why Are We So Depressed

The Checkup

News

What to See at the Film Festival

Our film critic lists his must-see movies

News

Longer School Days?

Kids need a say

News

PA Doesn’t Use Death Penalty

So why not abolish it?


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.


News

Coming Out in Collingswood

Small-town gossip meets tolerance

News

What Ackerman Learned

She’s right about school choice

News

Morning Scoop: Schuylkill Stand Still

Plus: More dungeon case horrors

News

New Suit Filed Against Archdiocese

Another victim sues

News

Cape May to Ban Smoking?

Preliminary vote unanimous

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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.


News

Commissioner Ramsey’s Dungeon Case Update

After Mayor’s 3 p.m. announcement

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HRC Launches Americans for Equality

The new video series features famous faces

News

NAACP Sues City Over Ad

PHL rejected spot spawns suit

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LGBT-Friendly Workplaces Are Good for Business

Top companies say being gay is okay

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