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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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Union Votes for Strike Prep

Inquirer, Daily News, and Philly.com workers overwhelmingly back Guild leaders.

Buzz Bissinger on His Caitlyn Jenner Story

And dealing with negative feedback from the transgender community.

Are Urban Progressives Hypocrites?

Conservative critic says big city liberals want government out of their lives — and into everyone else’s.

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Killer of Off-Duty Officer Sentenced to Life in Prison

Victim’s mother to Rafael Jones: “I hope you rot in hell.”

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NTSB Can’t Figure Out Amtrak Driver’s Phone Records

“It turned out to be far more complicated than anyone anticipated,” says NTSB chair.

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11 Best Things About Going to A Reading Fightin Phils Game

McQuade: Yuengling, pies, a crazy hot dog vendor and more!


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.


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Cosby Asks Philly Judge to Keep Docs Confidential In Sex Assault Case

What doesn’t he want the world to see?

News

Will Council Fund Schools With a Big Parking Tax Hike?

The tax is one of a few options lawmakers are now considering.

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This Bill Would Transform Civil Asset Forfeiture in Pa.

Two senators say you should be, y’know, proven guilty before law enforcement can keep your stuff.

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As Harrisburg Readies for Budget Brawl, Philly Sends C-Team

Will city even be a factor in ultra-high stakes fight this summer?

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Bernard Hopkins May Fight for Final Time in London

He’s seeking a potential October bout.

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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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Video Pleads Newspaper Guild’s Case

Copy editor says PMN health proposal isn’t enough.

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Don’t Like Chaka Fattah? Pledge to Vote Him Out

A Kickstarter-like site aims to find and fund a primary opponent to the congressman.

News

Pa. State Police Warn of “Mass Exodus”

Warn that changes to state pension system could cause ranks to thin.

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Stephen Wojdak, Lobbying Titan, Dead at 76

The firm he founded, S.R. Wojdak and Associates, is arguably the state’s most influential.

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