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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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Mayor Nutter Tours France

No public notice given for “international trade” trip.

News

It Happened: A Good Guy With a Gun Stopped a Bad Guy With a Gun

Doctor shot assailant in Darby attack.

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5 Reasons to Vote (No Really!) For Tom Corbett

He’s not the worst Republicans have to offer.

News

Hospital Shooting in Delco

DA cites “psychiatric issues.”

Mary Poppins Quits

Kristen Bell’s satirical sendup on Funny or Die.

News

Mayor Takes Surprise Trip to Paris

He’s talking with the mayor about bicycles.


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.


Best of Philly: Gay Winners

Who scored the coveted Best Gay Bar this year?

News

Riversharks to Host Sharknado Screening

And on Friday, fans can sleep over in the stadium.

News

Attacks in Pa. Governor’s Race Heating Up

A new Tom Corbett plays it loose with the facts.

Natalie Hope McDonald Painting Stolen

It was hijacked from an auction at William Way.

News

American Apparel Flying Pool-Barred Bikinied Barista to California

Lisa Conn gets free trip.

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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.


Best of Philly 2014

Yes, folks, here we are, back at it again. Who has the crispiest fried chicken? What’s the best bar for day-drinking? Where can you go […]

Trans Activist Named Head of Garden State Equality

The first trans executive director of a statewide LGBT civil rights group.

News

Best of Philly 2014: The Best Philadelphians

We chose 23 young guns (folks under 40) who are shaking — and shaping — things up around the city.

News

State Approves Plan to Place Cameras in Philly Taxis

Plan designed for driver safety.

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