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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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What Simone Manuel’s Gold Medal Comments Say About Race in America

Johnson: There’s no compartmentalizing your experience when you’re so intimately familiar with injustice.

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Clinton Bashes “Trump Loophole,” Vows to Take on Gun Lobby

She spoke at a rally at West Philadelphia High School on Tuesday.

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Philly NOW: Williams Should Prosecute DNC Sexual Assault Case

“We call on the D.A.’s office to reverse this decision immediately.”

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Pa. A.G. Kathleen Kane to Resign Following Conviction

Kane’s resignation is effective at the end of the business day tomorrow.

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Pa. Supreme Court: SRC Can’t Cancel Teacher Contracts

The court found that the commission violated state law in 2014.

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What They’re Saying About Kathleen Kane’s Conviction

Calls to resign came from around the state.


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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Did D.A. Not Charge Alleged Sexual Assaulter Because He Was Drunk?

Vourvoulias: D.A.’s Office is now saying it will do some “additional investigation.”

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Chase Utley Returns to Philadelphia Tonight

He’s back (with the Dodgers).

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Feds Charge Former L&I Employee With Attempted Extortion

Authorities say John Wright tried to extort money from a building contractor in 2015.

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Governor Wolf Calls on A.G. Kathleen Kane To Resign After Conviction

“Today is a sad day for the commonwealth and the people of Pennsylvania.”

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Papelbon Annoyed His Teammates With Pro-Trump Music

The Phillies made a great trade last year.

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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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Prominent Philly Musician Pleads No Contest in Child Sex Crimes Case

Rittenhouse Square resident Charles Cohen was arrested last September.

OPINION: It’s Time to Address Gayborhood Racism

A coordinated intervention by the city’s highest LGBT office is long overdue.

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Hillary Clinton Will Speak at West Philadelphia High School Today

She’ll join local officials and a Philly-based rapper in an effort to register voters.

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Report: D.A. Seth Williams Discloses $160,150 in Gifts

Williams had not previously reported certain gifts received between 2010 and 2015.

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