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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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Report: Justice McCaffery Forwarded Racy Emails

But from his own email, not a state account.

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From Father Judge and Comcast to the Secret Service

Meet Obama’s new protector-in-chief.

Woman Crush Wednesday

Photographer Rachelle Lee Smith on her five favorite muses.

Why Does Neil Theobald Think Football Will Save Temple?

It was a date that would live in infamy. The news hit the scholar-athletes gathered in Temple University’s Student Pavilion on December 6th of last […]

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Mayor Nutter Signs Marijuana Decrim Bill

It takes effect October 20th.

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Pa. State Trooper Fatally Shot During Training Exercise

The shooting is considered accidental.


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.


DO THIS: Dragged-Out Edith Piaf Spectacular

Bearded Ladies and PGMC team up for a special performance at The Porch.

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Philadelphia 7-Eleven Robbed With AK-47 Style Rifle

Three men got away with cash.

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People Think It’s Going to Snow Because of a 2013 Story

Don’t fall for it!

Big Brother‘s Evel Dick Comes Out as HIV Positive

It was revealed to him while filming the show in 2011.

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Nat Turner: Murderer or Visionary?

Coard: Activists will celebrate his 214th birthday in Philly at the President’s House/Slavery Memorial this week.

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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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Will Customer Service Kill the Comcast Merger?

Service concerns are delaying a vote by New York regulators.

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Dead Raccoon Rots For 2 Weeks in Philly Power Lines

A radio station had to call PECO.

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Flyers Cave, Bring Back Ice Girls After Fans Boo

Tryouts are this Saturday.

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The Wolf-Corbett Debate: What They’re Saying

Reactions from the media, social and otherwise.

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