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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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Opinion

The Afterlife Is Getting a Makeover

Q&A

West Philly’s Colman Domingo Is Ready for His Close-Up

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Gay Things to Do This Weekend

A clothing-optional dance party, Neon Night at Voyeur, flip-cup shenanigans and more.

News

Man in Eagles Jacket Rescues Passenger from Subway Tracks

But SEPTA would prefer it if passengers didn’t jump into the tracks to make rescues.

Philanthropy Friday: Devereux

More on its recent teamup with the HRC.

News

Is Sexism Hurting Lynne Abraham?

The mayoral candidate says the media has “treated me differently because I’m a woman.”

News

Flyers Fire Coach Craig Berube

“I just didn’t feel he got enough out of our group collectively,” Flyers General Manager Ron Hextall said.

Opinion

The Sixers Are A Muddled Mess

Missanelli: Operation Tank Fest is going nowhere fast.


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.


GIVEAWAY: Win Tickets to Heroes Vs. Villains

A Stonewall fundraiser at Tabu.

6 Key Takeaways From Mayor Nutter’s Final 5-Year Plan

A mixed picture on taxes.

News

World Immunization Week Resolution Sent to Committee

It’s not a “noncontroversial” resolution.

How Long Before Center City Is as Dense as Manhattan?

If you’re under 30, you could live to see it.

News

3 Reasons A Municipal Bank Is A Bad Idea

Anthony Williams’ well-intentioned idea won’t work.

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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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News

The Brief: Black Activists Dismayed by Black Pols’ Support for Jim Kenney

Attorney George Burrell says past black leaders are “rolling over in their graves.”

News

Will Online Gambling Come to Pennsylvania?

Bill intended to resupply dwindling stock of aging gamblers.

News

Big Idea: Rename PHL for Ben Franklin

Philadelphia’s great statesman died 225 years today. Rechristening the airport is the proper way to honor him.

Gay-Bashing Suspects Will Face Full Charges

Judge denies motion to quash felony charges against them.

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