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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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It’s 2014. Time to Stop Hazing.

Missanelli: What we can learn from Central Bucks West.

Boys of Summer Regular Sean Verdi Found Dead

It’s being ruled an apparent drug overdose.

News

Mayor Slams Council Over Rejection of PGW Sale

Inky op-ed, social media campaign press his case.

News

Report: SEPTA, Union Making Progress on a Deal

Could a strike be averted?

News

President Obama Will Be at Temple on Sunday

He’s stumping for Tom Wolf.

News

“Band of Brothers” Heroes to Get Statues

South Philly men to be immortalized in bronze.


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

Police: Student Dressed as Teletubby Steals Chinese Food

Terez Owens had quite the night on Saturday.

News

WATCH: Chris Christie to Heckler: ‘Sit Down and Shut Up’

Sparring over Sandy response continues.

Apple CEO Tim Cook Comes Out As Gay

“Being gay is among the greatest gifts God has given me.”

News

Council Calling SRC, Teachers Back to Bargaining Table

Every member co-sponsors resolution urging labor peace.

News

Comcast Settles $50 Million Lawsuit

Customers eligible for cash, bill credits, Internet upgrades, or free movies.

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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.


ThinkFest Preview: Taney Dragons Coach Alex Rice

Lessons on how to unite the city.

Woman Crush Wednesday

Megan Slattery has her eyes on a few derby girls.

News

10 Reasons Cheyney Alumni Are Suing Pa., Feds

Coard: Here’s what the federal civil rights lawsuit we filed today is about.

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Analysis: What the PGW Flop Means

Kerkstra: Energy hub, or energy flub?

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