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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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Eagles Win Super Bowl (in Alternate Dystopian Future)

Homefront: The Revolution is the greatest video game of all time.

Madonna Claims She Was Threatened by Putin

Madonna said she will no longer perform in St. Petersburg or Moscow.

News

Kane Hints at Conspiracy in No-Questions Press Conference

“My defense will be that I broke no laws of the commonwealth, period.”

DJ Carl Michaels Presents Pool Party Classics

You’ll feel like you’re in a lounge chair somewhere on South Beach.

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Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown’s Car Stolen

Police say she likely left her keys in it.

Norristown High-Speed Line train

SEPTA Suburban Line Papal Pass Lottery Open

You have until 11:59 p.m. tonight to enter.


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

Au Contraire, Mayor Nutter: The Pope Panic Does Make Sense

Mathis: Our tone-deaf mayor doesn’t understand: It’s not everybody else’s fault.

News

86-Mile Stretch of Pa. Turnpike Closed

Detours were in place in both directions west of Harrisburg as hazmat crews deal with an overturned truck.

News

While You Were Sleeping, Phillies Have Been Just Awful

They gave up 13 runs in back-to-back nights.

Spotted in the Gayborhood: Bud and Marilyn’s is Glowing

It may be the pot of gold at the end of those rainbow crosswalks at 13th and Locust Streets.

Chris Christie Vetoes Pro-Trans Legislation

“Christie’s veto makes life more difficult for transgender people in New Jersey with absolutely no benefit to the state.”

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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.


The Case for Public Drinking Fountains

Nobody should have to pay $2 for a drink of water.

Phillies’ Franco Hit on Wrist; X-Rays Negative

Not broken, but Phillies phenom says: “I mean, it’s pretty sore.”

News

Democrats Sweep Special Elections

Four big lessons from a foregone conclusion.

News

Mayor Nutter: Pope Planning “Smart and Sane”

In Daily News op-ed: “Some members of the news media are scaring people.”

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