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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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Are You a Candidate for Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement?

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Why MLK Day Should Be a Day of Atonement, Not a Day of Service

Francis: How organizations like PETA, Nike and McDonald’s have removed the teeth from a true American radical.

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Gosselin Twins Go on The View, Are Slightly More Expressive

“OK, I’ll talk. I’m the more talkative one.”

WATCH: First Full Episode of “Looking” Now on YouTube

For those of you without HBO: You’re welcome.

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Terrell Owens is Returning to Philly—To Be Roasted

Controversial former wideout to generate laughs from Philly’s pain.

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Why Are We Writing About Madison Holleran? [Updated]

Penn student, a track star, committed suicide on Friday.


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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This Year, Kate Beaver Wore a Dress Your Grandma Would Like

No repeat to 2013’s eye-popping “Hair of the Dog” dress.

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Second Suspect Arrested in School Shooting

Allegedly sold the gun to the shooter.

Lance Bass Releases New Song

It’s the former boy bander’s first since leaving N’Sync.

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Are Spontaneous Tragedy Memorials Getting Out of Hand?

Hingston: Moldy teddy bears and dead bouquets aren’t how I want to be remembered.

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UPDATE: Chris Christie Still Kinda Running For President

Makes an appearance at Florida political event, even as heat builds back home.

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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.


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5 Questions: Chris Satullo on WHYY’s New Urban Reporting Project

“Keystone Crossroads” will focus on challenges facing the state’s cities.

Philly Gay Recap Looking

Thoughts on the premiere of HBO’s new gay show.

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MLK and the Art of Living Freely

Martin Luther King Jr. taught us how to fight for our rights—by exercising them.

Bachelor Star Backpedals After Homophobic Remarks

That and more in our roundup of the weekend’s LGBT headlines.

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