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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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What If You Found Out Romney Voted for Obama in ’08?

To say the Republican presidential primary has become interesting would be a gross understatement. With three different winners in the first three contests—an unprecedented situation—everyone […]

Polo in Philadelphia: Work to Ride Proves the Game’s Not Just for Ivy League

        The ball kicks loose from a scrum near the center of the field, and Diego Nuñez, a history and literature major […]

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Pimp and Prostitutes Arrested at Bethlehem Sands

Over the weekend, police arrested a 50-year-old man and five women ages 24-50 at the Sands Casino in Bethlehem. An undercover operation netted the arrests […]

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Scott Hartnell an All-Star After All?

Chicago’s Jonathan Toews will miss the NHL All-Star game due to injury and it appears that Philadelphia Flyer Scott Hartnell will take his place. Hartnell […]

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Michelle Obama Invites Chester Upland Teacher to State of the Union

First Lady Michelle Obama has invited Sara Ferguson to be her guest at the State of the Union address tonight. Ferguson has taught at Columbus […]

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JoePa Memorial Service Tix on eBay

Penn State announced that it will hold a memorial service for Joe Paterno at the Bryce Jordan Center on Thursday. The basketball arena and concert […]


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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Heather Graham Plays a Lesbian

Cherry explores the fetish world

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Chris Christie’s Gay Nomination

Bruce Harris makes history

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Occupy Philly Is Doing Some Good

I didn’t understand the Occupy Philly movement. This doesn’t mean that I misunderstood what their problems were. Wholly, the Occupy movements across the country were […]

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AIDS Protesters in Hershey Today

Anger over refusal of HIV+ student

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The Oscars Are Racist

Oscar’s not just a grouch; he’s also a racist. I’m not talking about Sesame Street‘s Oscar. He’s cool. In fact, he hangs out with black […]

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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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Does It Matter If Newt Gingrich Is Bipolar?

A couple weeks ago I wrote a strongly worded blog post responding to Gail Sheehy’s Daily Beast piece about Newt Gingrich’s family history, in which […]

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JoePa’s Death Reminds Me of Losing Harry Kalas

Even if you’re not a sports fan, it’s been impossible to miss the coverage of Joe Paterno’s death and the outpouring of grief from the […]

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Top 5 Goats in Philly Sports

After their dreadful failures at the end of Sunday’s games, Billy Cundiff of the Ravens and Kyle Williams of the 49ers will join the ranks […]

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Morning Scoop: Good Luck Getting Tix to JoePa’s Memorial Service

Students Need Tickets to “A Memorial for Joe.” Penn State’s 16,000-seat Bryce Jordan Center will house a memorial service for Joe Paterno on Thursday afternoon. […]

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