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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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Collapsing Rittenhouse Balcony Kills One, Injures Two

Tragedy happened at a party.

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DeSean Jackson’s Home Robbed: Cash, Jewelry, and Handguns Taken

One safe taken, two cracked open.

News

WATCH: Tina Fey and Amy Poehler’s Golden Globes Monologue

The talented duo host for the second year in a row.

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It’s Time to End the Inquirer Ownership Battle

But who to root for — and against?

News

Is This Guy the Swiss Cheese Pervert?

Here’s what happened when Victor Fiorillo knocked on the door of this Norristown man.

What the Gays Did on Instagram This Week

Ice Cube selfies and more.


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

The 12 Films You’ll Watch This Year

Lazor: Your month-by-month guide, starting with Her

News

Photo: Alleged “Swiss Cheese Pervert” in Mayfair

Unexpected headline of the week.

News

Check Out the Fancy Bike Racks Coming to Center City

They’ll be installed in eight locations this summer.

News

WATCH: Questlove Drinks a Liquid Nitrogen Cocktail

We love it when Questo gets in on cooking segments.

News

WATCH: Charles Barkley Plays Beer Pong

Former Sixers great finds a new competition to dominate.

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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.


This Weekend

“First Comes Love” opens at William Way, gay films at iHouse and more.

News

Franklin Institute Names New President

Larry Dubinski gets the job.

News

Bridgegate: Stewart, Colbert, and the Onion Get to Work

Chris Christie’s scandal is the gift that keeps on giving to comedians.

News

More Than Ever, Kids Want To Go To Penn

Record number of applicants have swamped the admissions department.

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