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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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Asian fusion lightens up at the new Symphony House restaurant.

On a blustery Monday night, Chew Man Chu, the new Chinese-fusion restaurant in the Symphony House on the Avenue of the Arts, is packed. One […]

Economic catastrophe may have been tough on you, but for economist Mark Zandi, it’s been a great career boost.

Alongside the green room at the Fox Business studio in Washington, D.C., minutes after Mark Zandi has walked into the building, a makeup artist is […]

This new all-day cafe has a large takeout craft beer section and a fireplace-warmed coffeehouse vibe.

This new all-day cafe, with a large takeout craft beer section and a fireplace-warmed coffeehouse vibe, manages to excel at being all of those things. […]

The Please Touch Museum’s Nancy Kolb reflects on retiring after 21 years on the job.

THAT THE PLEASE Touch Museum has grown into the world-class children’s wonderland it is today is almost entirely thanks to the faith, perseverance and character […]

The race to be the best of the best defines life inside the Curtis Institute of Music.

WHEN BECKY ANDERSON first arrived in Philadelphia to study in the Mansion of the Prodigies, she was taken on a tour of her new school. […]

At the Zoo, getting it on isn’t left to chance.

Think date-worthy singles are an endangered species? Imagine you’re a giant elephant shrew on the market for a mate — and you really are an […]


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.


Who’s earning what, and where you should be working.

WE’LL BE HONEST. After these many recessed, downturned, deflated and otherwise depressing months, we weren’t exactly looking forward to finding out how much — or […]

A cozy new Conshy eatery and drinkery owned by former stockbroker Brian Pieri.

What: A cozy new Conshy eatery and drinkery owned by former stockbroker Brian Pieri, 32. Date opened: October 8th. The vibe: Pretty and welcoming. You […]

Give your Valentine the gift of showing a little extra skin.

Pretty, playful cocktail dresses are all about the one-shoulder cut this season — so give your Valentine the gift of showing a little extra skin. […]

Two new food markets are blurring the line between precious specialty purveyor and one-stop shop.

Two new food markets are blurring the line between precious specialty purveyor and one-stop shop. At Good Food in Chestnut Hill, you can get cheese […]

For 18 months, Chester County’s Coatesville was besieged by fire after fire — set by the residents themselves. 

ON THE NIGHT of January 24th last year, Coatesville firefighter Bob Tracey got the call: fire on Fleetwood Street, size unknown. He pulled on his […]

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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.


Brooke dishes the latest gossip.

How I love artsy people! Restaurant glamour-puss Audrey Claire threw a launch party that drew power couple Sharon Pinkenson and Joe Weiss, legal eagle Bernie […]

The Reading speed skater goes for gold in the Vancouver Olympics.

A YEAR AGO, short-track speed skater Allison Baver was slumped on the ice with her tibia — and her dreams of winning gold in Vancouver […]

A jazz legend comes home.

The title of Heath’s new autobiography, I Walked With Giants, is apt. The 83-year-old tenor saxophonist and composer, who made his bones in Philadelphia in […]

An accessories-focused boutique opens in King of Prussia.

Coco & Lolly comes to KOP adhering to the new retail philosophy that customers no longer shop for massive, sweeping wardrobes once a season, but […]

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