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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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Your Comprehensive Gay Philly Gift Guide

27 LGBT-owned businesses to support this holiday season.

News

Mayor Backs Manco & Manco Owner for Tourist Post

Chuck Bangle is facing federal charges.

News

VIDEO: Police Seek Attackers in 3-on-1 Assault in Nolibs

A teenage boy was beaten.

Philly Woman Competing in Strongman Competition

With openly gay athlete Rob Kearney.

Mayoral Aspirant Oliver Says to Sell PGW

Rumblings that council may reconsider

News

PHL17 Has Started An All-Mummers Channel

Until January 1st, you can watch the Mummers on 17.4.


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

Obama Picks Philly Native As New Defense Secretary

Ashton Carter is a 1972 graduate of Abington.

News

Secret Lincoln Letter to Be Sold in Philadelphia

Honest Abe wasn’t always so honest.

News

Montco Township Facing $3.2 Million Deficit

Residents, whose taxes will be hiked, are angry.

Longtime Aramark Chair Joseph Neubauer Stepping Down

He had been in the role for 30 years. He’ll be succeeded by company’s CEO, Eric Foss.

Some Shore Residents Are Getting Billed for Sandy Aid

FEMA giveth, FEMA claweth back.

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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

Flyers Lose on Heartbreaking Last-Second Goal

West Coast swing did not change the team’s fortunes. It’s their fifth straight loss.

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Lawsuit: Cosby Sexually Assaulted Me at Playboy Mansion

Judy Huth alleges he committed “childhood sexual abuse” against her in 1974, when she was 15.

Remember Philly LGBT Non-Profits on #GivingTuesday

And give till the gay cows come home.

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Bill Would Provide Tax Break for A.C. Casinos

Can it save the Taj Mahal from its imminent demise?

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