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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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Kanye West Coming to Penn State in February

Here’s the nearest Wendy’s, Yeezus.

How Penn Law Became So Gay Friendly

Tracing its rainbow-toting evolution.

Andrew Bynum’s Back on the Market!

You know what to do, Sixers!

News

Melissa Harris-Perry Should Stop Saying She’s Sorry

Shister: Too many apologies are as bad as not enough

Jerry Sandusky Wants His $59,000 Pension Back

Violins, please.

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SNL Finally Has A Black Woman. Is Sasheer Zamata Funny?

The video evidence says yes.


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.


PPD Adopting New Policy On Transgender Interactions

Schooling cops on the “T” in LGBT.

News

Meet the Edward Snowdens of Philadelphia

A famous mystery has finally been solved and Philly’s at the center of it.

News

Phreezing: The Day in Social Media

Philadelphians document the record cold.

News

Amtrak Suspends Trains from NYC

Blame New Jersey!

9 Body Confessions From Gay SIngles

Infographic shows how fitness impacts your dating life.

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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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Basically Every SEPTA Train Ever Is Delayed Right Now

Wonder why…

News

Baby, It’s Cold Outside

Everything you need to know about the Polar Vortex.

Philly Shafted On Gayest Cities in America List

Pittsburgh shows up, though.

News

Kevin Hart’s Big Year Starts With Jet Magazine Cover

He’s co-headlining a movie, magazine with Ice Cube.

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