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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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Ryan Howard Is Officially an Ex-Phillie

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

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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.

Derek Green Introduces Bill to Address Gayborhood Racism

The legislation would ensure that businesses follow the city’s Fair Practices Ordinance.

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Clintons, Obamas to Rally in Philly Monday Night

It will be her final election pitch.

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SEPTA, Union Pointing Fingers at One Another Over Contract Impasse

Meanwhile, the strike continues.


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.


News

Second Rittenhouse Shooting Suspect Arrested

Police have charged an 18-year-old male.

News

Judge Rejects GOP Suit Over Poll Watcher Rules

He cited Philadelphia in his opinion.

Why Is This Man Dead?

Richard Ferretti was fatally shot by a cop while trying to find a parking spot.

Advertising on Public Buildings Is a Sad, Terrible Thing

And Philadelphians are going to have to live with it sooner or later.

News

How Rodin Square Strikes a Balance of City and Suburb

It could look better, but on the inside, it’s a winner.

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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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Three Singers to Campaign in Philly

If nothing else, at least this year’s election is upping the city’s star quotient.

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Sixers Lose 109-93

The Sixers defense crumbled without Joel Embiid in the lineup against the Hornets, showing just how much impact Embiid can have.

'Station Closed' sign at SEPTA El stop, man smoking in background
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SEPTA Strike, Day 3

When will the madness end?

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Fewer Philadelphians Asked for Absentee Ballots This Year Than in 2012 or 2008*

*But there’s a caveat.

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