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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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Opinion

Make America Kind Again

Quiet acts of kindness suggest a growing civility, one small moment at a time.

News

Woman Alleges On-Campus Sexual Assault at Villanova University

She just sued the school.

Guides

Philly’s Great and Not-So-Great Fourth of July Concerts

From Elton John to the Nicki Minaj travesty to those “Who Let the Dogs Out?” guys.

News

Philly Today: The PPA Gives Us Another Reason to Despise Them

Plus, what to do with your trash during the big strike.

News

Philly Today: Pennsylvania Kids May Soon Be Forced to Learn Cursive

Plus, is Three Mile Island reopening early a good thing?

Longform

In Kensington, Hope Is Hard-Won — But It’s Growing

Something new is on the horizon.


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.


News

John Bolaris Banned From Dear Daphni

The ban comes after an alleged incident on Wednesday night.

News

Philly Today: Catholic School Teacher Charged In Child Pornography Case

Plus, who would steal a kitten?!

News

Philly Today: Open-Carry Ban in Philadelphia Unconstitutional, Court Rules

Plus, Gordon Ramsay invades a popular Delco restaurant on Fox tonight.

News

Philly Today: NASCAR Wants to Race at Franklin Field

Plus, it turns out we’re not the only ones who dislike Center City Sips.

News

Artists Refuse to Play World Cafe Live Amid Meltdown

Meanwhile, the CEO complains about the “former regime” and fake news.

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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.


News

Philly Today: Feds Say This Man Threatened to Destroy Philly’s Jewish Museum

He reportedly gave tours there. Plus, one local university offering a Kendrick Lamar class. Don’t tell Drake.

Longform

Josh Shapiro’s Next Big Step

With the national spotlight and presidential rumors trained on him, is he gearing up to move from Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania Avenue?

News

Philly Today: Terror Plot Foiled on the Main Line?

The disturbing discoveries inside one Malvern home.

News

Philly Today: Local Journalist Charged in Child Pornography Case

And it’s not the first time he’s been charged with crimes against kids.

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