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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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What the Gays Are Doing This Weekend

Halloween festivities begin, sword fights, and an especially busy Sunday Funday.

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Pa. State Senator to Plead Guilty to Felony Charge

LeAnna Washington may face jail time.

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Philly’s 10 Best Pro Athletes on Twitter

Lazor: These guys have game. Twitter game.

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Convicted Rapist Asks Us to Ask Patti LaBelle for Money

He also wants cash.

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Man Accused of Montco Murder Found In N.C.

Authorities chased him though several states.

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On Ottawa Shootings, TV News Got It Wrong. Again.

How to do a disaster story right.


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.


Out Actress Maria Bello To Narrate Philly Author’s New Novel

The Norristown native will lend her voice to the audiobook for Lisa Scottoline’s Betrayed.

News

Chip Kelly Isn’t Leaving the Eagles

A weird rumor links the coach with Florida.

News

Philly Man Shoots Fiance’s Dad With Rifle Multiple Times

The victim is in critical condition.

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C.B. West Cancels Football Season After Hazing Reports

All coaches have been suspended.

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Nutter Taking School Toilet Paper Requests on Twitter

It’s worth a shot, I guess.

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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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Icahn Says Taj Likely to Close

“I wish I never took their phone call.”

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Feds Investigate Liquor Control Board Officials

Ethics Commission already found members accepted gifts, trips from vendors.

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Can Conservatives and Liberals Be Friends?

Mathis: Yes. But it takes work.

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Friends’ Central Tackles Controversial Play About AIDS

No Brigadoon for them.

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