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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

Q&A

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

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Police ID Person of Interest in Murder of South Philly Teens

Officials say 16-year-old Brandon Olivieri is wanted for questioning.

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WHYY’s Radio Times Turns 30: A Q&A With Marty Moss-Coane

We caught up with the beloved radio host to discuss the milestone.

LGBTQ&A: Sam Marks

We spoke with the disability rights advocate on joining marches, ableism, and defending trans rights on the state level.

News

ThinkFest Preview: Feminista Jones on Philly Activism

She’ll discuss the city’s latest protests with Shani Akilah and Abdul-Aliy Muhammad.

News

Philly Activists Slapped With $600 Tickets Over Toomey Protest

They threw red paint on themselves and others.

News

Three People Are Shot in Philly Every Day

And with several months left in 2017, that number could go up.


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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News

Bullets Spray Home Connected to South Philly Teens’ Murder

Police say the property is the house of a person of interest in the shooting.

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News

Officials: Beware Weed-Infused Halloween Candy

The rise of marijuana edibles is having an unexpected side-effect.

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News

Reading Terminal Market Is Getting Wine and Liquor Kiosks

The beloved attraction is about to get even better – and boozier.

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News

More Than 1,000 Gather at Vigil for Slain Teen Boys

The commemoration shut down a South Philly intersection.

Opinion

Racism in the Gayborhood: A Progress Report

And an invitation.

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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

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Halloqweens Bash.

News

Is This Jersey Shore Town Seriously Considering a Ban on Ice Cream Trucks?

We know — blasphemy.

News

Police Search for Escaped Prisoner, Find Heroin Operation

Lamic Conde, who is wanted in connection with a shooting, remains at large.

News

Want to Be In M. Night Shyamalan’s Next Movie?

We’ll tell you how you can apply to serve as a stand-in for Glass.

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