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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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Avoid Parts of Ridge Avenue and Kelly Drive This Week

Some lanes will be closed for repair projects — here’s when.

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Wildwood Police Investigating Video of Officer Punching Woman

The video went viral this Memorial Day weekend.

News

The Badass Days of Boring Bob Casey

He was the U.S. senator nobody noticed. Then came Donald Trump.

News

Will the Soda Tax Be Jim Kenney’s Waterloo?

There’s a lot riding on the challenge to the levy, including, perhaps, the mayor’s legacy.

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One of Us: Alex Holley

The Fox 29 morning show co-host talks Mike Jerrick, Wawa and more.

Best Thing: Mail Service Is Gonna Stink!

Junk mail? More like skunk mail, amirite?


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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Gov. Wolf Announces $180M “Resurface PA” Roadwork Initiative

PennDOT is already hard at work repairing potholes and other roadway flaws exacerbated by this past winter’s weather.

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Appeals Court Upholds Transgender Bathroom Policy at Pa. School

The ruling is a win for transgender students in the Boyertown School District.

News

FBI, ATF Join Investigation of Mysterious Bucks County Explosions

Federal authorities are assisting in the Pennsylvania State Police probe of several unexplained late-night blasts over the past month.

News

PUC Judge Shuts Down Sunoco Mariner East Pipeline

The judge ruled that it poses a “grave risk” to public safety.

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Free Tolls Along the A.C. Expressway Tomorrow for Lucky Shoregoers

Chickie’s and Pete’s will cover the tab for all motorists at the Egg Harbor exit for one hour on Friday to kick off Memorial Day Weekend.

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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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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Qunify’s “Speakeasy.”

News

Eagles Players, Owner React to NFL’s New National Anthem Policy

Standing for the anthem is now mandatory should players elect to take the field for the pre-game ceremony.

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Tina Fey Returns to Upper Darby High, and Students Freak Out

She visited to do some promotional filming for “Mean Girls,” the musical.

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GALAEI Downsizes Trans Equity Project Amid Funding Shortfall

Two staff members were told that they would be made part-time.

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