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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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ThinkFest’s Drag Queen Panel Stirs Drama

Some folks are up in arms about the chosen panelists.

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ThinkFest Snapshot: M. Night Shyamalan

I Got Schooled: How Creative Thinking Can Solve Our Education Problems.

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Hall & Oates Desperately Need Your Help

They require your vote to get in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The Real Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Matthew Norcross’s original musical opens this weekend.

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It’s Halloween! Enjoy a Clip from a Documentary about Harry’s Occult Shop

The South Street fixture is still an object of curiosity.

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Some Good News for Philadelphia Newspapers: Weekday Circulation is Up [Updated]

But there are still some signs of weakness at Interstate General Media


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.


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Dr. J Isn’t as Classy as We Thought

The story of his daughter’s conception: Best kept to himself.

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The Deep, Dark Truth About Candy Corn

Inside Halloween’s most sinister treat.

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“Hey Fatty! No Candy For You!”

Mendte: Why is it okay to scorn the overweight on Halloween?

Marc Vetri
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ThinkFest Snapshot: Marc Vetri

Cultivating the Creative Connection

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It’s Time to Hoard Your Sriracha Sauce

A shortage is coming! We’re all doomed to bland food!

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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.


Vintage Photos of Same-Sex Couples

The most romantic thing you’ll see all day.

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Divine Lorraine Is One of Google Street View’s Scariest Places

Boogedy-boogedy-boo!

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Banned from Facebook and Twitter!

The trigger-happy online police suck eggs.

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Shane Victorino Ends the Year a Champion

Former Phil played a critical role in Red Sox’s World Series victory.

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