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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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Philly Cop Who Hit Woman After Puerto Rican Day Parade Will Be Charged

Lt. Jonathan Josey is to be charged with one count of simple assault for striking Aida Guzman in Philadelphia after the Puerto Rican Day parade […]

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Bon Jovi Daughter Arrested for Heroin Possession

Stephanie Rose Bongiovi, the 19-year-old daughter of Jon Bon Jovi, was arrested this morning at Hamilton College in New York. According to reports, police and […]

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Nike Foles Takes Eagles’ First-Team Snaps

We know: The Eagles are just a reason to feel bad at this point. Still, if you’re interested in knowing: Backup QB Nick Foles took […]

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Auditor: Penn State Needs More Reform in Sandusky’s Wake

State Auditor Jack Wagner called on the Gov. Corbett and the General Assembly to impose outside reforms on Penn State in the wake of the […]

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Yes, It Is Quite Chilly in Philadelphia

It wasn’t just your imagination: The Inquirer’s Tony Wood reports that it really has been a cold month so far. “From Oct. 30 through Nov. […]

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Fountain, Philly Tippers Get High Marks From Zagat

Zagat released its America’s Top Restaurants 2013 list today, and with it offered a bevy of other information in collected during its annual rankings process. […]


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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When Will Gay Marriage Arrive in New Jersey?

Supporters of gay marriage in New Jersey are hopeful that last week’s winning referenda in Maine, Maryland, and Washington will finally pave the way for […]

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Gov. Corbett’s Agenda of Making People Mad is Paying Off Nicely, Thanks

Here’s how unpopular Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett has become: Just a third of state residents approve of his performance in office. And in a matchup […]

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America’s First Major Political Sex Scandal Happened in Philly

Long before the salacious Petraeus scandal, there was America’s first major political sex scandal, which took place right here in Philadelphia. It was, as far […]

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Center City Restaurant Week Reports Record Results

Our culinary cousin, Foobooz, reports that the Fall 2012 Center City District Restaurant Week “was the most successful to date.” •132 restaurants participated, up 10.9 […]

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Mayor Nutter’s Pick for Time’s Person of the Year: “Women”

Yeah, yeah, yeah: Michael Nutter can tell us all he wants about how he’s staying in Philadelphia and not running off for the bright lights […]

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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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Do We Really Want to Date Our Clone?

A new take on romance

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Gay Men – They’re Coming for Your Girlfriends!

A video spoofs the marriage debate

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Chris Christie Shouldn’t Lose a Single Pound

I like Chris Christie. A lot of people don’t. Especially people in the media, who find him to be crude, abrasive, dismissive and a big […]

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Comcast Is One of America’s Best Employers For Gay Workers

The Human Rights Campaign, which campaigns for gay and lesbian rights, has released its 2013 Corporate Equality Index—a look at which companies offer the best […]

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