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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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8 Gay Things to Do This Week

Poker Night at Boxers PHL, Burlesque Battle Royale Finale, December Guerilla Queer Bar and more.

News

Two Philly Hospitals Designated for Ebola Treatment

CHOP, HUP part of nationwide network of 35 Ebola-ready hospitals.

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Prosecutors Alerted to Viral Video at Oxford Valley Mall

Could fake vet face federal charges?

News

Reward In Shane Montgomery’s Disappearance Rises to $25,000

Meanwhile, more details about the night he went missing.

News

Does Anybody Care if the Sixers Are Tanking?

WIP poll: Phillies, Flyers are bigger concerns.

News

4 Reasons Philly Business Will Find 2015 Tough

Marks: From minimum wage to the pope, doing business could be challenging.


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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“Good Samaritan” Law Tries to Reduce Overdose Deaths

Go ahead, take your friend to the hospital. You won’t be arrested.

GIVEAWAY: Win Tickets to TOY

Happening this Saturday at Fire & Ice.

News

Retiree’s Half-Century-Old Record Is Expunged

A 1963 encounter with police was still haunting Barbara Ann Finn until this week.

News

It’s Time To Halt Philly Horse-and-Carriage Rides

Weymouth: Even New York knows that it’s a cruel, dirty, outdated business.

Tie-the-Knot-Tuesday: Peter + Brandon

A Mauckingbird Theatre wedding.

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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

Casey Asks Aldi to Keep Pa. Stores Open

Chain has purchased Bottom Dollar stores, but will it keep them open?

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WATCH: Jon Stewart Make Fun of Chris Christie’s Pig-Bill Veto

He doesn’t think much of Christie’s presidential chances, either.

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Philly Won’t Turn Over Tax Deadbeats to Bill Collectors

City Hall prefers a lighter touch.

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Incentives May Bring Another Company to Camden

New Jersey ready to offer $100 million to attract jobs to the city.

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