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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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Woman Crush Wednesday: Kelly A. Burkhardt

The local filmmaker on her local lady crushes.

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Union Fracas Began in Debate Over Transportation Bill

IBEW 98, Carpenters have been uneasy with each other.

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Philly Searches for a Bike Share Sponsor

Looking for an “emotional investment” in the city.

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Alycia Lane Is Pregnant

Taking a break from her TV career to start a family.

Our Hilarious Chat With Wendy Williams

Did you know “How You Doin'” was born in Philly?

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Well, at Least Sterling Doesn’t Talk in Code

Francis: On Anderson Cooper, the Clippers owner puts his racism right out in the open.


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.


Arrest Made in Broad Street “Road Rage” Shooting

Ali Shaffiat, 31, is charged with aggravated assault.

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Rick Santorum Kinda, Sorta Endorses Government-Supplied Contraception

Still manages to be a jerk about it.

News

Did Shake Shack Give Ryne Sandberg Food Poisoning?

The Phillies manager thinks so.

Cher is Coming Back to the Philly Area

She really is like a cockroach, but no complaints here.

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MC Hammer Explains Tom Wolf’s Giant Poll Lead

Please, Tom Wolf, don’t hurt ’em!

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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.


U.S. District Judge to Hear Gay Marriage Case in Philly Tomorrow

A battle over marriage recognition.

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Comcast Today: You Must Watch the Commercials

Fast-forwarding will be disabled on new video-on-demand shows.

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Bail Set at $500K for Germantown Artist Who Blew Off Hand

Douglas Ferrin had a history with explosives.

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