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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

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

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Adam Joseph and Partner Karl to Become Fathers Again

And the Facebook announcement is adorable.

Philly Documentary Highlights Problems With the Gender Binary

M or F features a number of local advocates, artists, and scholars.

News

Holiday Travel Rush Under Way

Morning headlines: 45,000 travelers expected through Philadelphia International Airport.

News

Senate Approves House Version of State Budget

House leadership says they’ll sign it tomorrow. Wolf’s response does not mention the word veto.

News

Homeless Man Arrested for Slaying of Psychiatrist

Manuel Baez is accused of killing Dr. Howard Baker.

News

Atlantic City “Polercoaster” One Step Closer to Reality

The Casino Redevelopment Authority has approved the 350-foot-tall vertical roller coaster.


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

Cop Uses Well-Known Beatles Rumor to Capture Suspect

This one wasn’t too hard to figure out.

News

Four Things We Learned About Sister Mary Scullion

Philly’s “saint” profiled in Christian Science Monitor cover story.

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News

AG Kathleen Kane Applauds Justice Eakin’s Suspension

Kane: Emails undermine credibility in justice system.

News

Stolen SUV Collides with Trolley in Southwest Philadelphia

27 passengers, operator sent to local hospitals. SUV occupants critical.

News

Proposal: Ban Pa. Gun Sales to Terror Suspects

Legislation promised in both Senate and House.

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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

Students: Call It “Thoroughly Racist Millie”

CAPA dumps musical after students decry stereotypes.

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Temple Got Hosed By the Referees Last Night

It sure looked to us like Tyler Mayes recovered that on-side kick.

News

SEPTA Holiday Service: Everything You Need to Know

Overnight service on the eves, extra trains to accommodate Christmas Eve departures, added service for Eagles, fireworks, Mummers.

Survey: Lancaster and Scranton Top Places For Gay and Lesbian Dating

No, we’re not kidding!

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