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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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Lineup Changes Can’t Stop Slide, 76ers Fall to 0-13

Brett Brown brings Nerlens Noel off the bench, but 76ers fall to 0-13.

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Philly’s ‘Isis’ Radio Station Considers Changing Its Name

For obvious reasons.

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Lehigh Professor, Wife Convicted of Defrauding NASA

They sent NASA bills for work done by students.

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The Astounding Arrogance of Chip Kelly and Pat Shurmur

Missanelli: Coach and his “offensive coordinator” must think Eagles fans are stupid.

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Weekly Sixers Roundup: Benching Okafor?

Is it time to send Jahlil Okafor to the bench? That, and more, in this week’s Sixers roundup.

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Nutter, Kenney Back Wolf’s Welcome of Syrian Refugees

Outgoing and incoming mayor on the same page.


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

Internal Review: Lower Merion Police Did Nothing Wrong

In controversial stop after a TD Bank robbery, police say everything went according to the rules.

News

Two Philly Men Told They Can’t Fly After Speaking Arabic

The owner of Feltonville’s Pizza Point and a friend called 911 and eventually flew back to Philly.

News

Nine Things You Never Knew About William Penn

A new book on “Philadelphia Country Houses” has some fascinating tidbits on the guy.

2 Years After City’s Big Anti-Poverty Push Began, Little Has Changed

The problem is huge, and the fight will be a long one.

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What Many Americans Don’t Get About Islam

Smith: By tossing all the variants into one single box, we perpetuate a grave injustice against some innocent refugees.

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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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Funeral Director Charged With Abuse of Corpse

Unburied bodies were found in her garage in August.

News

Was Urban-Vetri Deal About Loneliness?

Gooray: How the partnership is a sign of the times, but not as a corporate “sell-out.”

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Philly’s Drug Problem Is Probably Worse Than You Think

When it comes to heroin, prescription pills and PCP, we’re worse off than most major U.S. cities.

ActionAIDS to Invade Center City Rush Hour

Find out when and why.

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