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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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Nutter: Pot Decriminalization Bill “Simplistic”

But doesn’t say whether he’ll sign or veto the bill.

News

No Cig Tax, But State Leaders Promise School Support

Officials skeptical of a cash advance from Harrisburg.

News

No, Comcast Doesn’t Want You to Cancel Service

Yes, the Comcast rep will pressure you to stay on.

News

Stephen Starr: Bad Schools Make for a Bad Economy

Says his restaurants have a tough time attracting talent to Philly.

News

Police: Collegeville Teens Break Into House, Make Drug Brownies

They allegedly had two pounds of drugs.

Gay News Flash

Third judge strikes down gay marriage ban in Florida.


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.


Seattle Times Vet to Join Philly.com

Eric Ulken will oversee digital strategy.

News

How Badly Did the Phils Blow the Trade Deadline?

Wenik: Even the Mets look good by comparison. An NL East breakdown.

News

PHOTO: Suspect Identified in Killing of 3-Year-Old

Brandon Ruffin, 22, still hasn’t been caught.

Man Crush Monday: Tim Popp

“I want a simple thing on my birthday: all these men.”

News

Can the Free Library Replace Your Netflix Subscription?

New Hoopla service lets Philly cardholders stream movies, music, and TV.

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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

Hurricane Bertha Forms, No Landfall Expected

Second Atlantic hurricane of season has formed off East Coast.

News

GameStop Abolishes Fingerprint Policy

Does this make it easier for criminals to operate?

This Week at GayFest!

America’s oldest gay play gets the Philly treatment.

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Even Pittsburgh Is Pleading for Philly Schools Now

Post-Gazette says Pa. House left for summer “with its work undone.”

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