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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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Penn State Students Rally for JoePa Statue

‘Where’s the statue?’ they shout.

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Few Solutions Emerge From Atlantic City Summit

Chris Christie, business leaders gather to save the rapidly declining resort own.

News

Casey Backs Bill to Increase School Nurses

NURSE Act would let big districts apply for federal grants to help pay for nurses.

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Vince Fumo Is Back in Business

The disgraced former state senator hired to help in battle for control of Southport.

News

Actor from Tom Wolf Ad Was in Torture Porn

Alan Benyak tortured women in Breeding Ground.

News

(UPDATE) Gerry Lenfest Is Tom Corbett’s Fifth-Biggest Donor

Inky publisher has given GOP candidate $252,000.


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

Nutter: Will Sign Pot Decriminalization Bill, With Tweaks

Smoking in public will result in $100 fine — and that can be erased with community service.

News

NCAA Restores PSU Scholarships, Bowl Eligibility

The worst of it is over for Nittany Lions fans.

Man Crush Monday: Alexander John

He shares stories behind some of his most swoon-worthy photo shoots.

News

UPDATE: Ravens Release Ray Rice

Follows furor over new video of the running back striking his then-fiancée unconscious in AC.

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33 Photos From the 2014 Philly Naked Bike Ride

Participants went as bare as they dared for cycling advocacy and body image acceptance.

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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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Kenyatta Johnson Wants Ori Feibush Lawsuit Dismissed

Developer, councilman go another round in court.

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Another Report Suggests Taj Close to Bankruptcy

Closing could come in November.

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Christie: Sports Betting Is Legal In New Jersey Now

Casinos and race tracks can now take game bets.

Allentown Transgender Woman Sues Cabela’s

She claims the sporting goods chain fired her because of her gender identity.

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