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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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Councilman Jim Kenney Calls Some Guy a “Very Large Asshole” on Twitter

Councilman Jim Kenney is up on the Twitters. You probably know that because everyone was super jazzed to learn that $29,000 of city money was […]

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PA’s AG Race Pits Woman Against Whiner

Well, primary election day is almost here, and some of the races have gotten downright nasty. From disingenuous, mean-spirited campaign ads to a Democrat masquerading […]

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Priest Admits Sex With Teen, Alleges Attempted Gang Rape

A Catholic priest testified in the trial of Monsignor William Lynn today. The priest admitted that he had a sexual relationship with a high school […]

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Police Question Validity of Hero Dog Claim

Say it ain’t so, Joe. Say it ain’t so. We might have a hero dog scandal on our hands. This morning, you probably caught wind […]

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NJ State Police Investigate “Death Race 2012”

New Jersey State Police are investigating claims that some troopers escorted a caravan of luxury sports cars on the Garden State Parkway last month. Witnesses […]

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Dining Out for Life

Have you made your reservation?


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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Obama Touts Safe Schools Act

How it could protect LGBT students

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Celeb Scoop: Katy Perry Rebounds at Coachella?

Katy Perry’s New Boyfriend? The pop star was caught kissing the guitarist for Florence and the Machine at Coachella. Rumor has it she’s already referring […]

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A W Hotel in Center City?

It looks like a future W Hotel is planned to go up at 1441 Chestnut Street. The lot, currently a parking lot next to The […]

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Jenkintown School District on Lockdown [UPDATED]

Police activity has prompted a district-wide lockdown in Jenkintown. Police apparently called the superintendent of the Jenkintown School District at 10 a.m. to have him […]

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Brian Dawkins Announces Retirement

Weapon X sent a tweet today to announce his official retirement from the NFL. The 16-year veteran played 13 seasons with the Birds and was, […]

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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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Will Glee Make You Gay?

Bill O’Reilly seems to think so

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Former Sixer Interferes With Play in Tampa Bay Rays Game

We know that you’re dying for a new reason to boo former Sixer and irresponsible bison-owner Matt Geiger. Well, luckily for you, Matt Geiger recently […]

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Elixir is Back

Mazzoni Center’s May gala

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Marimow’s Inky Doesn’t Get Free Pass

When it was announced that Bill Marimow would return as editor of the Philadelphia Inquirer, it was taken as a given in most quarters that […]

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