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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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Philanthropy Friday: Therapy Center of Philly

Affordable psychotherapy for Philly trans women.

News

The Flyers Are Worried They Could Get the Mumps

There’s been an outbreak in the NHL.

News

Courier Times: We Wish We’d Picked a Different Cartoon

The paper issues a statement.

News

Is It Already Time to Plan for the Eagles’ Next QB?

Looking at the numbers to find the future.

WATCH: Can’t a Hawk Just Eat His Breakfast in Peace?

Back of a cab? No. But then he saw Boyds.

Gloria Casarez to Receive First Posthumous Honor

At tonight’s Lift Every Voice Awards and Black Tie Gala.


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

Ex-Aide: I Stole From M. Night Shyamalan

She racked up more than $15K in purchases.

News

Protesters Decry Police Headquarters Move to West Philly

“It’s just too much.”

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News

SEPTA Sues Drug Maker Over $1,000-a-Pill Drug

It’s paid $2.4 million for a Hep C drug already.

News

Police Capture Man Accused of Student Assaults

Suspect had reportedly attacked four women, caught in midst of another assault.

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Rendell: Christie’s a “Wuss” For Cowboys Fandom

“How can a Jersey guy be a Cowboys fan? It’s pathetic.”

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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

After Ferguson, Nutter Sends Video Message to Police

“The door of respect swings both ways.”

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Penn’s Gutmann Criticized for “Die-In” Pose

Confronted with protesters, she joined them. Campus police are unhappy.

News

Man Found Guilty of Murdering Philly Cop

Moses Walker was killed in 2012.

Drag Queens Return to 2015 Mummers Parade

They’ll kick off the parade at City Hall.

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