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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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Grandparent Names: Nana Doesn’t Live Here Anymore

Your kids can call your mom whatever they like — as long as it’s not “Grandma.”

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Best Thing: Brockton’s Mayor’s Lame-Ass Eagles Tribute

Boy, that Super Bowl loss must have really hurt.

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Strong Winds Toppling Trees, Complicating Evening Commute

Here’s what you need to know about this bizarre March weather.

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Philly FOP President Blasts DA Krasner in Letter to Police Cadets

The always outspoken John McNesby says Krasner deliberately endangered the lives of recruits.

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City Council on Kenney’s Budget Proposal: We’ll Get Back to You

Helen Gym likes it. Cindy Bass is skeptical. The rest have yet to fully weigh in.

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Jersey Shore Bracing for Damaging Wind, Flooding

A nor’easter hitting the coast is expected to affect Philly as well.


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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DA Krasner Charges Officer in Kensington Arrest Video

James Yeager, 26, was charged with aggravated assault.

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Kenney Proposes Property Tax Hike to Pay for Schools

Here’s what you need to know about the mayor’s budget address.

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Eagle Chris Long Debates Guns, Arming Teachers on Twitter

A firearm owner himself, the defensive end doesn’t think arming teachers is a good idea at all.

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New England Town Covers Its Rocky Statue in Eagles Garb

Apparently Mayor Kenney knows a good bet when he sees one.

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Report: Sixers Owner Josh Harris Advised Trump Administration

The billionaire was even considered for a job in the White House.

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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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DA Larry Krasner Appoints Second Second-in-Command

Why settle for one first assistant DA when you can have two?

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Social Justice Groups Denounce “Discriminatory Practices” at Philly FIGHT

Organizations are calling for institutional change at the Gayborhood nonprofit.

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Philly and Its Northern ’Burbs Are Getting a Third Area Code: 445

It’s rolling out this weekend.

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Philly Study: Cleaning Vacant Lots Can Significantly Reduce Crime

With roughly 40,000 empty lots in the city, that info could go a long way.

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