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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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DePasquale: The IRS Needs to Review DNC Surplus Spending

Pennsylvania’s auditor general has a few bones to pick with former Gov. Ed Rendell.

News

Here’s a Sneak Preview of City Hall’s Awesome Holiday Light Show

Center City is about to be lit for the holidays.

News

Police: Center City Teen Flash Mob Ends With Three Assaults, Two Arrests

Officials say the juveniles were “acting rowdy and harassing citizens” on Saturday night.

News

The Kids Are All Red: Socialism Rises Again in the Age of Trump

Socialism — yes, socialism — is having a moment in America.

The PGA Pretended That Golf Has a Future

Fore who? Fore what?

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What Leading Philly Democrats Have to Say About the Jewell Williams Harassment Allegations

The mayor’s response was fast and unambiguous. Darrell Clarke’s, not so much.


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

Police: “Anarchists” Vandalized the South Street PPD Mini-Station

A group of 10 to 12 people threw red paint on the substation and damaged squad cars.

News

Philly’s Poverty Rate Is the Highest Among U.S. Big Cities

We look at important takeaways from Pew’s new report on Philadelphia’s poor.

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News

Philly Just Got a Hate Crimes Hotline

Call this number if you’re a witness or a victim of a hate crime.

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News

School Reform Commission Votes to End Itself

Here’s what that means for Philly.

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Police: Man Tied Up With Vacuum Cord During NoLibs Home Invasion

The incident happened around the corner from Honey’s Sit ‘N Eat.

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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

Kenney: Philly Sheriff Should Resign After Sexual Harassment Allegations

Two women say Sheriff Jewell Williams tried to kiss them in his office. Another claims he made a remark about his genitals.

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Police Send Out Photo of Wrong Man in Child Porn Arrest

Not a great mistake to make.

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Police: Pipe Attack Lands Temple Student in the Hospital

Officials are investigating the incident.

News

Philly CEO Nate Mell Accused of Sexual Assault

“I have never sexually assaulted nor sexually harassed anyone,” he tells Philly Mag.

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