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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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News

Penn State Student: I’ll Leave School if PSU Honors Paterno

The dilemma PSU faces.

News

Black Lives Matter: We’re Organizing a Massive Protest for Trump’s Philly Visit

“Trump is a racist bigot.”

News

Pastor on Trump’s Philly Church Visit: “I’m Not Invited”

Rev. Herb Lusk says he has nothing to do with Trump’s Friday meeting.

News

Penn State to Honor Joe Paterno at Game vs. Temple

It’ll be the first mention of him at Beaver Stadium in a while.

News

Local Mom Launches Petition to Bring Autism-Friendly Checkouts to Target

The big-box store tells Philly Mag they are looking into her request.

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News

Johnny Doc Finally Comments on His FBI Raid Outfit

“The good guys always dress in white.”


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

AMOR Sculpture May Get Permanent Philly Home

The companion to the iconic LOVE statue could be placed in Sister Cities Park.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

See you at the Haus of Ham Brunch at CiBo.

News

Photo of a Philly Cop With a Nazi Tattoo Is All Over the Internet

The photos were allegedly taken at a Black Lives Matter march during the DNC.

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News

The 2017 NFL Draft Will Be in Philadelphia

Draftees will walk up the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art when they are selected. Just like Rocky!

News

First Repaired Silverliner Vs Roll as SEPTA Shows Off New Beams

The agency is on track to return all the cars to service by mid-November.

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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

Lower Merion School District Ordered to Withdraw Tax Hike

A Common Pleas judge found that the school district has, for years, overestimated multimillion dollar deficits to warrant tax increases.

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Jon Dorenbos Advances to America’s Got Talent Finals

He needs to beat three singers and a mime.

News

Who’s Behind Poll Critical of Seth Williams?

A recent telephone survey is focusing on the D.A. and former challenger Michael Untermeyer.

News

Tropical Storm Hermine Could Dampen Your Weekend Plans

The storm could bring heavy rain, strong winds and rip currents.

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