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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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Reminder: PHA to Demolish Germantown High-Rise on Saturday

With a big, satisfying implosion.

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Paterno Lawsuit Against NCAA Moves Forward

Fight over sanctions isn’t over yet.

G Philly Weekend Roundup

From comedy to weddings, we’ve got you covered.

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David Lynch Hates Mural Arts’ Latest

Calls it a “travesty.”

Penn State Removes Bibles From Its Hotel Rooms

But you can still get one at the front desk.

News

The Philadelphia Citizen Is Apparently Still A Thing

New video, manifesto from the long-promised publication.


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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(UPDATE) Regusters Guilty in School Kidnapping Case

Jury convicts her on all counts.

Guys Fall Fashion for $70 Or Less

Our gay picks that won’t break your piggy bank.

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The Philly Outrage Meter

What were Philadelphians upset about this week?

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5 Myths About ISIS and Iraq

Freind: Why putting U.S. troops on the ground is a huge mistake.

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Moving Company: More People Moving to Philly Than Out

City ranks 12th for inbound moves.

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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.


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Tom Corbett: “Dead Man Walking”

The latest poll is just more bad news for the governor.

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Union: Politics Guided Jersey Pension Investments

New Jersey AFL-CIO complains that state dollars are going to GOP donors.

Our Night Out at The Pyramid Club

Gay Philly played 52 stories above ground!

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Renaming Philly’s Neighborhoods

McQuade: No, Fishtown isn’t becoming “Northern Liberties II.” But …

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