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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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Sixers Fall to Bulls in OT

Jimmy Butler scored a career-high 53 points in Chicago’s 115-111 overtime win over the Sixers.

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Eagles Reportedly Ready to Hire Pederson

Morning Scoop: Picking KC’s offensive coordinator leaves Iggles Nation underwhelmed.

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This Report May Make You Look at the SRC Differently

Pew: There is no consensus about what type of school governance is best.

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Ross on Recovering Officer: “The Fact He’s Here Is Amazing”

An update on the shooting of Officer Jesse Hartnett. And a pledge of support from Senator Casey.

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What They Were Saying About Andy Reid in 1999

He was hired 17 years ago this week. Fans were not happy.

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Darrell Clarke’s Power Grows Beyond City Limits

City Council prez flexes muscle in the Attorney General’s race.


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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DNC Will House Student Interns at Temple!

If you’re young, hot and wonky, the party will be at Morgan Hall in July.

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Pa. Has Lottery Winners

Three $1 million tickets sold here. But the Powerball jackpot? Won in other states.

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Dwight Evans Raised a Lot of Money for Fattah Challenge

The powerful State Rep. still faces an uphill battle against the indicted congressman.

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How Those SEPTA Stop Announcements Work

And what to do when they don’t.

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Wrongly Charged Temple Prof: “It Can Happen to You”

Xi Xiaoxing told his tale to the Chronicle of Higher Education.

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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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There Are Now Philadelphia-Specific Emojis

Visit Philadelphia has released a free app.

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Philly Man Says Family Trapped In Syria

And that the U.S. isn’t helping.

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Will Inky, WHYY Compete for Grant Money?

Is this town big enough for both?

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Kenney Staffers Blame Nutter Aides for Lawsuit Snafu

The transition is rocky.

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