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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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Police Search For Two Men Who Allegedly Climbed Through City Hall Window

A maintenance worker said he spotted the men around noon yesterday.

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A Philly Strip Mall Is Now Running a Trolley In Its Parking Lot

We ask: Why?

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Can Philly Fix the Block It Razed, Then Shabbily Rebuilt, After MOVE Bombing?

The Redevelopment Authority wants to atone.

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Report: N.J. Sees Drop in Homeless Population

It’s decreased by 50 percent since 2007.

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Sixers Beat Suns 120-105

The Sixers dominated the Suns in a 120-105 victory Saturday night at the Wells Fargo Center, led by 26 points from rookie center Joel Embiid.

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The Invisible Man

Luis Cortés has spent the past 30 years breakfasting with American presidents, helping Latinos, and building a new Notre Dame. So why haven’t you heard of him?


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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To Resist Trump, Fix Philly’s Elite, Boring, Anti-Competitive Democratic Party

Otterbein: The 2016 election should be a wake-up call for the local Democratic machine, too.

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Best Thing: A Hot-Air Balloon Landed in Kensington

Hingston: Coincidence? Or something more?

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Restaurant Owner Says Union Protest Has Been Good for Business

Plenty Cafe’s Anthony Mascieri explains.

'Station Closed' sign at SEPTA El stop, man smoking in background
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Health Department: Air Quality Worsened During SEPTA Strike

More people drove, so air quality dropped.

News

Eight U.S. Political Parties That Withered Away

It could happen to your favorite party, too.

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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.


Constitution Center press conference from December 2015
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Pa. Paid Lawyer a Grand to Stand on Constitution Center Stage

He was at a press conference held by then-Attorney General Kathleen Kane.

News

Contract That Ended SEPTA Strike in Question

Union president Willie Brown says he’s worried members may reject the deal.

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Wolves Dismantle Sixers 110-86

The Minnesota Timberwolves cruised to a 110-86 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers behind 35 points from Andrew Wiggins.

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Sixers vs Wolves Preview

Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns square off for the first time in their careers as the Sixers go for their first winning streak since the 2014-15 season.

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