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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

Latest Stories

News

Mendte: More Radio News

“Chick Radio“ coming soon?

News

Preview: We Were Here

AIDS in the early years

Singing In The Rain

Sports Radio WIP to Simulcast on FM

Also hires CSN’s Barkann

News

Bachmann’s Biggest Mistake?

Her ties to Kill the Gays

News

Stephen Starr Stands Up for South Street

But will city officials listen?


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

My Days Aren’t Numbered

Life without math skills

News

My Days Aren’t Numbered

Life without math skills

Morning Scoop: Christie for President?

Plus: Maclin says he’s okay

News

A PA Distinction

The most juveniles serving life sentences

News

Why Collingswood Rocks

Life in the burbs

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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.


Polanco Hits DL

Schwimer called to the Bigs

Former Sixer Pinball Wizard

MacCulloch at World Championships

Carl Lewis Off Ballot

Run at Jersey Senate in jeopardy

Pence Profiled in NYT

How he’s fitting in

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