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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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The No-B.S. Guide to the 2016 Philadelphia Presidential Election

Here’s everything you need to know for Tuesday.

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The Philly Ballot Questions You’ll See on Election Day, In Plain English

One is kind of shady!

News

The Other Part of Womanhood No One Told Me About

Spikol: Girlhood, interrupted.

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Society Hill is Closed

As Philly changes, why does the city’s wealthiest neighborhood stay the same?

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Best Thing This Week:

Melania Trump Called for an End to Cyberbullying

News

Uber, Lyft Now Legal Across Pennsylvania

Gov. Wolf signed a bill to legalize ride-sharing across the state effective immediately.


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.


CLOSED STATION sign during SEPTA strike
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SEPTA Asks Court to End Strike

The motion was filed today.

Ben Simmons: ‘I’m Not Friends With Anybody’

“One & Done,” a documentary on Simmons, airs on Showtime tonight.

News

I’m Not Voting for Hillary Clinton

Kenyatta: I’m voting for what she’ll do.

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie answers questions after voting at Brookside Engine Company 1 firehouse Tuesday, June 7, 2016, in Mendham Township, N.J.
News

Ex-Chris Christie Aides Found Guilty in Bridgegate Trial

Prosecutors will recommend years in prison.

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Study: Philadelphia Has the 7th-Best Airport in the U.S.

Deal with it, PHL haters.

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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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News

SEPTA Strike, Day 4: What Now?

The two sides are talking again, at least.

Ryan Howard Is Officially an Ex-Phillie

The team declined its $23 million option on the legendary slugger. We’re a little verklempt.

Melania Trump
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On Main Line, Melania Trump Vows to Fight Bullying

The potential First Lady delivered her first speech since the RNC.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Liberty City’s LGBT Bar Tour features special guests Cyndi Lauper and Debra Messing.

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