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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

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News

Protesters Demand “No Cops at Pride” Following Arrest of Trans Activist

Activist groups are calling on the DA to drop all charges against ReeAnna Segin.

News

Brian Sims Flipping Off the VP: Heroic Gesture or Stupid Stunt?

As you might imagine, opinions are divided.

News

WATCH: The “Creed II” Trailer Lands Like a Right Hook

Here’s your first look at the second installment in the life of Apollo’s progeny.

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News

Hundreds Flood Rittenhouse to Protest Pence in Philly

They gathered to denounce controversial border separations.

News

What You Can Expect at Philly’s First-Ever “Millennial Forum”

We chatted with Millennial Advisory Committee chair Nicole Allen White.

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News

Toomey: Let’s Open More Family Detention Centers

The senator has weighed in on contentious border separations.


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.


Opinion

How the “Stand With Meek Mill” Movement Got Hijacked

The true beneficiaries of the rapper’s fight for criminal justice reform have been his celebrity friends and politicians.

News

MOVE 9 Member Debbie Africa Released From Prison After 39 Years

Convicted in the 1978 killing of a Philadelphia police officer, the 62-year-old grandmother of nine was paroled on Saturday, following letters of support from District Attorney Larry Krasner’s office, among others.

News

WATCH: Stolen Truck Blasts Through Garage Door at Car Dealership

“It’s like watching a movie,” said Burlington Chevrolet’s general manager.

News

Ed Rendell Reveals He Has Parkinson’s Disease

By going public, Rendell hopes to inspire people who think they might have symptoms of the disease to see a doctor.

News

Police Searching for Minivan Driver in Hit-and-Run

The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday.

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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.


News

Mike Pence to Speak in Rittenhouse Square on Tuesday

Protesters plan to gather before the vice president addresses a GOP fundraiser at the Rittenhouse Hotel.

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News

Philly Under Code Orange as Heat Wave Continues

You might want to avoid going outside on Monday.

News

Philly Pols Keep It in the Family

This Father’s Day, three iconic city politicians can look on in pride at the exploits of their progeny.

Best Thing: Meet Me By the Water

Who needs a hero … or two?

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