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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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Tim Tebow’s Mother to Speak at Pro-Life Cherry Hill Fundraiser

Tim Tebow’s Mother Pam will be the keynote speaker at an Options for Women fundraiser in Cherry Hill next month. The organization is made up […]

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Comcast Presents “Xfinity Streampix” to Compete With Netflix

Yeah, that’s a lot of “x”‘s. But at least there isn’t an “!” in the name. Xfinity Streampix is Comcast’s streaming video service. It’ll cost […]

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Harry Potter Rules

Daniel Radcliffe on Trevor Project

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Citizens Should Unite Against Citizens United

At this point in the campaign season, we’ve all heard the term “Citizens United” at least a bajillion or so times. “Citizens United led to […]

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Santorum: Obsessed with Gay People

But blames it on the media

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Honk If You Hate Bumper Stickers

For the longest time I thought the 13.1 and 26.2 oval stickers on the backs of cars were Bible verses. Then one day I was […]


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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HRC Head Now on Obama’s Team

Joe Salmonese becomes co-chair

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Ed Rendell: Our Very Own Rupert Murdoch!

Poor Ed Rendell. He feels like everyone is picking on him for trying to control, er, buy the Philadelphia Inquirer and Daily News. As Rendell […]

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Who’s Ready to Tweet Lindsay Lohan’s Funeral?

I don’t know if you heard, but Whitney Houston died. If by chance your response to that statement was, “No, I hadn’t heard,” please let […]

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No Philadelphia Catholic School Is Safe

“I don’t know Chief … this shark is either very smart, or very dumb … ” So was the famous line uttered by the legendary […]

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President Obama Lied to Me

Want to own a small business? It’s not as romantic as you may think. Very few entrepreneurs go on to become the CEOs of publicly […]

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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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Morning Scoop: Bam Margera Arrested at Mardi Gras

Bam Margera Arrested at Mardi Gras. Bam Margera was essentially arrested for being Bam Margera in the French Quarter on Monday. The Jackass “star” was […]

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Shut Up, Whole Foods

If Whole Foods was a celebrity, it would definitely be Gwyneth Paltrow. I know this because I shop there on a regular basis (it’s the […]

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing trip or an adventurous quick weekend getaway, Philly Mag has a vacation for you.

  Dog-sledding in the Poconos! Golfing in Bermuda! Barhopping in Nashville! You don’t need a ton of time for a great getaway—you only need a […]

A long weekend might be just what you need to feel refreshed.

Kayaking through the Bermuda Triangle Travel time: Just under 4 hours by plane. You’ll love the vibrant colors and the views at Old San Juan’s […]

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