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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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White House Petition to Stop Zimmerman DMX Boxing Match

It has over 4,000 signatures.

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What Was it Like to Fly the ZooBalloon?

A former employee reveals the most common type of patron mischief.

The Winter Olympics Have Always Been Kind of Gay

This PSA reminds us why.

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Confession: I Write Personals Profiles for Wealthy Men

Weaver: Looking for love in a world of connection without companionship.

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PECO: Winter Storm Is Second-Worst in Company History [Updated]

Freezing rain arrived overnight: Power out to 610,000 people.

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Frank Rizzo’s Daughter Won’t Face Gambling Charge

Her husband and son plead guilty, however.


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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ESPN: Phillies Will Be Second-Worst Team in MLB

Projected record: 66-96.

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Williams, Toomey Criticize Mumia Lawyer for DOJ Post

Debo Adegbile faces opposition to his nomination for Civil Rights Division.

Get to Know the Bryson Institute

We chat with the minds behind one of LGBT Philly’s hidden gems

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Charlie Manuel to Join Phillies Wall of Fame

Manuel led the Phillies to a World Series title in 2008.

Harry Jay Katz Son Says He Was Philip Seymour Hoffman’s “Gay Lover”

In the National Enquirer.

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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

Damon Feldman Apologizes for George Zimmerman Fight Announcement

But says that the fight might give the country “justice.”

Southern Baptist Sissies Coming Back to Philly

Hallelujah, honey.

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Photos: Ice Storm Taking Toll on Trees, Roads

Live from Treepocalypse: Chestnut Hill.

All the Drunk, Fat, Stupid People of Wing Bowl

Comedy collective The Panic Hour nails it.

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