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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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Jon Stewart Slams Philly, Cheesesteaks, Art Museum, Phanatic

But he’s still a Mets fan, so who is the loser, really?

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Straight People Win, Too

Mathis: Tuesday’s Pa. marriage ruling is a victory for everyone who knows true love.

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Pa. Gay Couples “Rush” For Marriage Licenses

A roundup of national press coverage of Tuesday’s court ruling.

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Neil Oxman Challenged Frank Rizzo Jr. to Take a Lie-Detector Test

And wagered $10,000 of his own money on the result.

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Judge: Media Will Be Shut Out of Newspaper Auction

But says that the amount of the final bid will be disclosed publicly.

News

Cliff Lee Goes on the DL

“It’s never good news whenever you lose one of your No. 1 pitchers, but it’s pretty mild,” Amaro said.


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

Wolf, Boyle, Neilson Win Tuesday Vote

Now Democrats look ahead to November.

PA Equality Advocates Respond to Today’s Marriage Decision

“The inescapable reality of full equality is now one step closer.”

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City Hall is Staying Open Late So You Can Get Gay Married

Plus: We have our first Philly couple to apply for a license.

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Gay Marriage Ruling: Twitter Reacts

And (on social media, anyway) there was much rejoicing.

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The Most Selective College in Pennsylvania Is…

You might be surprised at the answer.

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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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Mistrial in Reputed Mobster’s Murder Case

Two jurors were dismissed for undisclosed reasons.

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Judge Strikes Down PA’s Gay Marriage Ban!

Pennsylvania leaps to the right side of history.

Philly-Based Doc Where I Am Available on Netflix Instant

The story of local writer Robert Drake.

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N.J. Sierra Club Rips Chris Christie

Governor moves to replace two Pinelands commissioners.

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