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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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Why Is Crime On the Rise in Philly?

New York City, Los Angeles and Baltimore have also seen recent spikes in crime.

News

Will Josh Shapiro Run for AG?

With Kathleen Kane under indictment, speculation turns to her replacement.

Bette Midler Throws Massive Shade During Republican Presidential Debate

See for yourself.

News

Philly Schools Could Close Extra Day for Papal Visit

Hite has asked the SRC to close schools on September 24th.

News

SEPTA Stressing Safety for Sports Fans

Rolls out “Respect the Train” campaign, Phanatic video game.

News

There’s a Reason Players Think Chip Kelly Might Be Racist

Missanelli: Coach’s comments about Riley Cooper show he remains tone deaf about race.


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.


Spotted in the Gayborhood: A Pope-a-licious Window Display

The little army of solar-powered waving Pope statues killed me.

News

UberX Is Now As Bad As Philly Cabs

Fiorillo: Alas, the dream is over.

Why No Buses in the Pope “Traffic Zone?”

Private cars can drive about in the zone. Yet SEPTA says its buses won’t.

News

10 Great Places to Put Papal Pilgrims

HIngston: Screw AirBnB. There’s still plenty of room in Philly for our September guests.

Einstein Healthcare Network Offers OB/GYN Pride Clinic

It serves lesbians, bi women, and transmen.

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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

Wolf Calls on Kane to Step Down

The attorney general was charged this morning with conspiracy, perjury and more for leaking grand jury information.

News

How Kathleen Kane Fooled the Press

She was a great story, and journalists — myself included — are suckers for stories.

News

Wolf Names Rejected State Police Chief to New Post

Marcus Brown will lead homeland security — which operates out of State Police HQ.

News

Survey: Bikers, Drivers Break Laws At Similar Rates

But there’s one key difference in a cyclist’s motivation to do so.

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