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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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Joe Biden to Visit Wilmington Amtrak Station Today

He’s expected to announce new funding for Amtrak.

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Sixers Trade Kendall Marshall to Jazz

The 76ers traded Kendall Marshall to the Utah Jazz for big man Tibor Pleiss and two second-round picks.

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Someone Made Incredible, Weird, Awful Songs About Pat Toomey and Bob Casey

Please listen.

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Seamus McCaffery Makes the Rounds With GOP AG Nominee

The disgraced ex-justice introduced John Rafferty to friends at a recent event.

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Cops: Drunk Driver Hits Police Sergeant in Manayunk

He has been charged with DUI and other offenses.

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20 Days of Silence: Henon Still Won’t Talk About the FBI Raids

The FBI is reportedly seeking his communications with a state agent.


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

The Best Zingers From the Former City Rep. Who Sued the City Controller

Desiree Peterkin Bell says the City Controller defamed her.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Plus other awesome events worthy of your attendance.

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Oh, No! Amtrak Removing the Departures Flipboard at 30th Street

The historic flipboard is being phased out for a digital model. Railfans aren’t happy.

News

Hey Donald, African Americans Heard You Loud and Clear

Kenyatta: What do African Americans have to lose by taking a chance on him? Everything.

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Philly Could Actually Win a Sports Championship on Friday

It’s all up to the Soul.

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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.


Split photo: Chris Christie, New Jersey governor, and a smart gun developed by NJIT
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Smart Guns Aren’t for Sale in America Because of a N.J. Law

Christie vetoed a controversial bill yesterday.

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Report: FBI Warrant Offers Deeper Look into Johnny Doc Investigation

Here’s what the feds appear to be digging for — and what Doc has to say about it.

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Pa. Department of Education Ramping up Charter School Oversight

It’s largely a push by Gov. Wolf to better regulate the schools.

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Henon Still Quiet About FBI Raid

The councilman still won’t answer questions about the FBI raid on his office.

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