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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

Q&A

West Philly’s Colman Domingo Is Ready for His Close-Up

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News

Harris Wants Paterno Re-Hired

HOF running back is in State College

News

White House Shooting Suspect Arrested

Authorities nab Idaho man in PA

News

Unions Ask Protesters to Leave

Formally request that Occupy Philly moves

News

Wegmans Comes to Montgomery Mall

Supermarket will fill anchor spot

News

Snow Leopards Debut Tomorrow

Cubs out for first time Thursday

News

Dungeon Case Mastermind Ruled Competent

Will stand trial


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

Corbett Approved Second Mile’s Grant

Governor approved $3M this summer

News

Equal Benefits Bill Debated

LGBT leaders converge on City Hall

News

Bradley Cooper Is Sexy

People magazine awards Germantown native

News

No Cake for Lesbian Couple

Discrimination or religious conviction?

News

Gingrich and Santorum on LGBT Issues

They go on the record

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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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Thanksgiving Tradition

Don’t mess with mom’s menu

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Penn State’s Long Rap Sheet

Football program has history of flouting law

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Penn State’s Long Rap Sheet

Football program has history of flouting law

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How to Avoid Charity Muggers

Save yourself from the clipboard kids!

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