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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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The Phillymag.com Pop Quiz

White men behaving badly, and a dubious distinction for Penn.

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Giroux Hurt 15 Minutes into First Flyers Practice

Not a good start to the season.

Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Wolf Weighs in on Center City Gay-Bashing

Calls for stricter hate-crime laws.

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Kentucky Derby Winner Racing in Bensalem

California Chrome runs in the Pennsylvania Derby.

Revel Casino Hotel, now called TEN
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Revel Bidder Wants to Put a University Next to the Casino

It would be ‘for geniuses.’

Who and What to See at qFLIX 2014

Top picks at Philly’s new LGBTQ film festival.


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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The Outrage Meter: Gay Bashing, Papelbon, Wawa

Here’s what had people upset.

Brian Sims Organizes Public Rally in Support of Gay-Bashing Victims

And to call attention to PA’s LGBT-lacking hate-crime legislation.

News

Christie on Writer: ‘He’s Not a Journalist’

‘He’s a hack,’ Christie says of David Sirota.

News

Is This the NFL’s Next Commissioner?

Mendte: Time for the league to make a bold move and hire a woman.

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Anti-Islamic Bus Ads Coming Soon to SEPTA

Here’s a lawsuit SEPTA can’t — and shouldn’t — win.

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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

Another Warehouse Fire, Another Tax Delinquent

Listed owner of Kensington property owes over $30,000 citywide in taxes

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Tina Fey Comments on Jonathan Papelbon’s Crotch Grabbing

‘Not one thing about this story surprises me.’

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Nelson Diaz Exploring Run for Mayor

He’d be the fourth candidate if he declares.

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Pa. Trooper Shooting Suspect Added to Most Wanted List

FBI offering a reward for the capture of Eric Frein.

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