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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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5 Quotes From the Comcast Franchise Meeting

Philly tells Comcast what it wants: better service, more support for schools, a la carte channels and more.

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Analysis: What if Comcast Has Peaked?

Mathis: Three reasons its failed merger may be the first sign that decline is coming.

Philly Gay Man Running for “Man of the Year”

A contest for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Idea: Redevelop Distressed Neighborhoods With Venture Capital and 401(k)s

An intriguing redevelopment alternative to subsidies,

News

Poll: Mayors Admire Michael Nutter

In survey of 21 mayors, Nutter is named “most-admired.”

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Lynne Abraham Now OK with Pantsuits, Pot and Abolishing the Death Penalty

The times have changed, and Abraham, it seems, is changing as well.


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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Supreme Court Justices Seem Divided Following Gay Marriage Arguments

Recapping today’s SCOTUS session.

News

Philly’s 5 Worst Reality TV Moments

Weymouth: From Kate Gosselin to Real World lice, maybe we deserve TLC’s Summer Block Party.

You Can Now Turn a Deceased Lover’s Ashes Into a Sex Toy

Ashes to ashes, dust to bowchickawowow.

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Local Boston Marathon Runner Gets Stern Letter from School Principal

He took his kids out of school to watch him race.

Philly Artist Debunks Gender Norms on New Album

A soundtrack for gender liberation.

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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.


Inside Take: Money for Schools, or Tax-Free Helicopters?

Donna Cooper: This shouldn’t be a hard choice.

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Lynne Abraham’s Startling Admission

Mathis: She says didn’t charge bad cops because there wasn’t a constituency back then.

News

WATCH: Philly’s Marc Lamont Hill and CNN’s Don Lemon Discuss Baltimore Rioting

Hill: “Freddie Gray is dead. That is why the city is burning.”

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Is It Neglectful to Leave Your Kid in a Car for 5 Minutes?

That’s what New Jersey’s high court is considering.

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