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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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This Local Photographer’s New Book Features 56 Stunning Photos of Women at Work

Chris Crisman’s Women’s Work includes interviews with Heather Thomason of Primal Supply and Penn’s Angela Duckworth.

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The Dispatches Location Scout Explains How They Chose Where to Film in Philly

Philly’s own Troy Coffee tells us about his very cool job.

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Here’s How Philadelphia Is Preparing to Fight a Possible Coronavirus Outbreak

With recent news of a possible COVID-19 case in the Philly area, the city is readying to combat the virus. 

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Is Dispatches from Elsewhere Good or Bad? Depends On Which Critic You Believe.

We rounded up 10 reviews, from the New York Times to Vice to Variety.

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News

It Was Time for Chris Matthews to Go

Shister: The MSNBC host spent two decades denigrating women and interrupting people. Enough was enough.

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The Great Lie of So-Called “Philly” TV Shows

Unlike Dispatches from Elsewhere, the vast majority of Philly-set TV shows spent very, very little time here.


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.


Opinion

Kenney Was a Coward in Letting Philly’s Safe Injection Site Fail

When push came to shove for his administration’s Big Idea in addressing the opioid crisis, the Mayor’s failure to use his position of power turned out to be a political and moral disaster.

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Why Are We All So Obsessed With HomeGoods?

The indescribable beauty of buying crap you don’t need at a store that has it all.

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These Philly Actors Tell Us What It Was Like to Be a Part of Dispatches from Elsewhere

“It was magical,” says one.

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Meet Eve Lindley, Jason Segel’s Dispatches from Elsewhere Co-Star We’re In Love With

A Q&A with the trans woman who plays Simone, the romantic interest of Segel’s character.

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Dispatches from Elsewhere Is the Best On-Screen Representation of Philly Since Rocky

No, really. Plus, it’s good, fun, moving TV. Watch it.

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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.


Best Thing This Week: No More Fun for You, Mascots!

Oh, wait, that was the worst thing …

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Use Your Damn Turn Signals!

Not only do they deter accidents; they could help you find true love.

News

South Philly’s Eyesore Viaduct: What Became of the 25th Street Bridge Improvement Project?

Five years ago, we were told to expect a new and improved bridge … this year. So why are we stuck with a crumbling colossus, monster icicles and dripping white goop?

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Can Phillies Fans Learn to Love a Bunch of New Yorkers?

Joe Girardi, the team’s new manager, is leading a New York invasion of South Philly — and we should be okay with that.

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