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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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It Took the Internet Less Than 24 Hours to Find a Nurse’s Long-Lost Wedding Dress

It was easier than any of us thought.

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Here Are the Philly Primary Election Problems You Should Most Definitely Report

And one you can probably skip.

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News

It’s Primary Day in Philadelphia: Here’s What You Need to Know

From poll locations and hours to what to do if you see something suspicious, we’ve got you covered.

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News

Do You Know Why You’re Voting on Four Ballot Questions This Year?

Since 2015, we’ve said yes to 19 of the 20 ballot questions put before us.

Opinion

Why We Desperately Need to Reform Judicial Elections in Pennsylvania

Judges often have a more direct effect on our lives than any other elected official. Until we can change how they reach the bench, it’s on us as voters to choose the best ones we can.

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The No-B.S. Guide to the 2019 Primary Election

You’ll have plenty of candidates to choose from on Tuesday — here’s your opportunity to read up.


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 Philly-Area Nurse Is On a Frantic Search to Find Her Missing Wedding Dress

Almost three decades after her wedding, Christine Besso pulled out the box her dress had been preserved in to give to her daughter for her own wedding. There was only one small problem.

Best Thing This Week: A Liberty Bell Brouhaha

An outsider opined that Philly is less than worthy of displaying the relic. Guess what ensued?

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News

Meet the Husband-and-Wife Team Behind Philly’s Coolest Hotels

With a love of tech and high design, Chad and Courtney Ludeman are reinventing the Philly hotel.

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News

For Philly City Council, Incumbency Doesn’t Mean What It Used To

Half of the district incumbents will face primary challenges, and more than 30 candidates are vying for seven at-large seats, the largest pool since peak Rizzo backlash in 1979.

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Sneak Peek: Inside Philadelphia Magazine’s June Issue

Our June issue drops this week. Get ready for a summer at the Shore.

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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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News

It’s Official: Speed Cameras Will Be Installed in Philly this Year

First red-light cameras. Now speed cameras. It’s getting really hard to be a dangerous driver in this town.

News

Biden 2020 Rally: Road Closures, Parking Restrictions, and Logistics

Here’s your guide to the big event this Saturday.

Opinion

60 Seconds of Fear on Broad Street

After a minor encounter in Center City traffic, I saw a man explode with a rage he couldn’t control.

News

How Pa.’s Latest Anti-Abortion Bill Fits Into Anti-Roe Strategy

The legislation would forbid abortions based solely on a Down syndrome diagnosis.

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