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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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Pa. Senate Passes Controversial Abortion Bill

The bill would ban abortion after 20 weeks.

Opinion

The Unbearable Privilege of Trump Protesters

Owens: If you’re still comfortable and safe, you’re not doing it right.

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Pa. Uniquely Interested in Trump’s Alleged Watersports Fetish

Google searches prove it.

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Why Penn Vet Isn’t Happy With Wolf’s Proposed Budget

The budget would cut $30 million from the program.

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Montco Teen Dies After Head Injury in Hockey Game

Nick Bond was 18.

News

Jonathan Gay ID’d as Suspect in Rittenhouse Cab Attack

The former Freeman’s auctioneer was already on probation.


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

Controversial Sanctuary Cities Bill Clears Pa. Senate

The city could lose at least $638 million of federal funding.

News

Five Things to Know About Gov. Wolf’s Budget Proposal

The proposal doesn’t include any broad-based tax increases.

News

Luxury Jeweler Paul Morelli Settles Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

We talked to his accuser.

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News

71-Year-Old Republican Wants to Reduce Pa. Pot Penalties

He says downgrading possession offenses will save millions.

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is February 7th.

It’s National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

Here are some major ways HIV/AIDS is affecting Philly.

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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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Pat Toomey Votes to Confirm Betsy DeVos

The confirmation came down to a tie-breaker cast by the V.P.

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News

Is Carson Wentz Really Buying a House in North Wildwood?

Rumors are swirling.

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Report: Trump Protests Cost Philly Almost $3M

The city has paid the PPD more than $2.8M in overtime.

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State Lawmakers File Brief Against Soda Tax

Three are from Philadelphia.

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