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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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Why You Should Dump Your Dude

As we get ready for the warmer months by cleaning out our closets, and happily discarding those horrid cargo pants, we need to also use […]

A Man Who Takes the Place Of

Chronicling one man’s gender transformation.

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Big East Gets Horrible New Name

AAC! Yes, that’s exactly what I said when I found out what the Big East would be called next year: AAC! The conference formerly known […]

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Film Critic Roger Ebert Dies at 70

One of America’s most beloved and respected film critics, Roger Ebert, has died. Since losing part of his lower jaw to cancer in 2006–rendering him […]

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Inevitable “Rocky” Joke Wins Goldenberg’s Chews Contest

The month-and-a-half quest to find a funny caption for a Goldenberg’s Peanut Chews billboard on I-95 has come to its conclusion. And the winning entry, […]

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Swarthmore Biologist Accused of Plagiarizing…his Own Work

Once upon a time, Colin Purrington, a former Professor of Biology at Swarthmore, created a handy, humorous guide on the perennially sexy topic of poster-making. […]


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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Flash Mobbers Taking Over Love Park to Protest Gun Violence

The last time a performance artist protested gun violence in Philadelphia, he was dressed up like a Klansman, standing silently with a sign. This next […]

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For a Truly Enormous Game of Pong, Head to the Art Museum Steps

Not beer pong, you alcohol-obsessed people! 70s-style electro paddle pong. Which makes sense, because the occasion for the giant game is Philly Tech Week, taking […]

PIFA My Heart

Last chance to see two gay goodies.

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Mike Piazza to Appear in Miami Ballet

Retired Mets catcher, longtime Phillies foe, and Norristown native Mike Piazza will appear in a Miami City Ballet performance of “Slaughter on Tenth Avenue.” Look, […]

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Delco Teacher Charged with Giving Beer to Minors on Boozy Joyride

When they were pulled over by police a couple weeks ago, a 17-year old-girl, a 17-year-old boy, and a 33-year-old high school English teacher claimed […]

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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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After Nutter Veto, Paid Sick Leave Bill Is Officially Dead

For the second time in his Mayoralty, Michael Nutter has vetoed a paid sick-leave bill, claiming it would render Philadelphia’s business climate uncompetitive, especially compared […]

Dear Straight People

A Philly queer poet’s fiery message.

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How Using Cash on SEPTA Will Screw You Over

When SEPTA transitions to a tokenless world next year, $1 paper transfers will also go extinct. Instead, if you want to hop from trolley to […]

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Women to Bare Their Breasts for Topless Jihad Day

Today, women around the world are being encouraged to bare their breasts in solidarity with a young Tunisian activist whose decision to publicly profess her […]

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