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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.


Q&A

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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News

Philly Landlords Might Soon Have to Pay for Bedbug Extermination

Or face up to a $2,000 fine — if a new City Council bill passes.

Best Thing: OMG, the Zoo Key’s Back!

They were magic. They were power. They were so, so cool. Now, they’re returning.

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Sneak Peek: Inside Philadelphia Magazine’s March Issue

Our March issue drops this week. How is Philly’s real estate changing in 2019?

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News

City Council’s Cashless Store Bill: Four Things to Know

The Kenney administration isn’t totally sold on the idea.

News

Daphne Goggins Makes History With Philly GOP Mayoral Endorsement

The vocal Trump supporter’s main challenger, South Philly attorney Billy Ciancaglini, says he intends to continue his campaign.

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News

Backyard Chickens May Soon Be Legal in Philadelphia

“I’m so excited!” says Maureen Breen, leader of the backyard chicken movement in the city.


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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News

Philly Activist Who Shared Starbucks Arrest Video Confronts Howard Schultz

Melissa DePino called out the former Starbucks CEO at the Free Library on Wednesday night.

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Atlantic City Casinos Don’t Think Lady Gaga or Black Panther Will Win Oscars

The Jersey Shore town is the first place in the entire country taking legal Academy Awards wagers.

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News

Inside the Controversy Over Philly’s Effort to Get New Voting Machines

The city’s voting machine procurement process has come under fire. Here’s why — and how officials are responding.

News

The FBI’s Interest in Kenyatta Johnson Appears to Be Heating Up

A Northern Liberties lawyer received an intriguing call from an FBI agent the same day the feds announced charges against Johnny Doc and Bobby Henon.

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News

The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Gift Might Be a Hunk of LOVE Park Granite

Last time the city tried to sell a LOVE Park keepsake, it received a cease-and-desist from Robert Indiana’s foundation. Don’t worry: The new ones are copyright compliant.

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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

Inside the Hunt for Artifacts Buried Under Philly’s Oldest Properties

Who knew there could be so much treasure in ye olde Colonial privy?

Opinion

Let’s Hope Kenney’s Renewed Focus on Black Issues Isn’t Just Pandering (Again)

The all-Black cast of the mayor’s campaign kickoff video tells me one thing: He knows he hasn’t fulfilled the promises he made last time.

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Media-Shy Amy Gutmann Helped Produce Report Calling for Media Transparency

Former student journalists at Penn say the school’s president limited access to reporters.

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News

Yes, We’re Getting More Snow Tonight

And it might actually mess with Tuesday’s morning commute.

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