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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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Opinion

The Afterlife Is Getting a Makeover

Q&A

West Philly’s Colman Domingo Is Ready for His Close-Up

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News

Photos: Big Overnight Fire Near Fitler Square

Explosion, fire kept fire crews busy.

News

Uncharged Officers Could Still Face Police Discipline

Ramsey: “The decision is made by me on disciplinary action.”

Christie Flies on Taxpayer Dime Every Three Days

Trips on helicopter cost the state $2,500 an hour.

Kathleen Kane
News

Daryl Metcalfe Tries to Impeach Kathleen Kane

Alleges “pattern of abuse” by PA attorney general.

News

Mayor Nutter Starts “Listening Tour” for Schools

While City Hall contemplates funding decisions for 2014-15.

News

Kenney Tries New Bill to Decriminalize Marijuana

Police would have option of arrest or ticket for small amounts of weed.


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

WATCH: Flooding Hits Schuylkill, Parkway

Record rainfall has snarled traffic, blocked area roadways.

News

Flood Warning for Philly, Counties

If you’ve made it home, stay there. If you’re going home, exercise extreme caution.

Woman Crush Wednesday

Marry Me Philadelphia’s Colleen McDermott shares her local lady crushes.

News

Masterman Wins Second Junior High Chess Title

They are the champions, my friend.

News

PA Supreme Court Allows Warrantless Searches of Cars

Police will have an easier time searching without your permission.

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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.


Mean Girls is 10 Today

10 reasons why we’re still obsessed.

Project Runway Winner Will Stay in Philly

Dom Streater won’t flee to NYC to start career.

News

Philly Unemployment Declines

But so does the workforce.

Michael Nutter
News

Park Smoking Ban Is Pointless Nanny-State Grandstanding

Kruger: Don’t smokers already put up with enough BS from non-smokers?

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