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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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Burt Young (aka Paulie) Recently Climbed the Rocky Steps

He’s not dead!

News

Lynn Gets New Trial Date Two Days After Prison Release

His conviction had been overturned. He’ll be back in court in May.

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Two Injured in Elevator Mishaps at Criminal Justice Center

The building was evacuated this morning.

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Pennsylvania Has a Ridiculous Amount of Trash in its Landfills

Bet you can’t guess how many tons of garbage Pa. holds per resident.

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Poll: Clinton Gaining Sizable Pa. Lead Over Trump

The Franklin and Marshall College poll also analyzed the U.S. Senate race in Pa. — which is much closer.

News

11 Things You Might Not Know About the Saturday Evening Post

How a Maine transplant turned a dying Philly publication into the most popular magazine in the world


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.


ALBUM REVIEW: Jamarcus Henderson’s Man at Arms

The Philly transplant makes an impressive debut record that doesn’t hold back.

News

Silverliner Vs to Return Starting Week of Aug. 21

Additional leased railcars will also augment Regional Rail service.

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Trump Taj Mahal to Close in September

The casino, which is no longer owned by Donald Trump, says it’s losing “millions a month,” won’t reach a deal with striking workers.

Former Governor Ed Rendell with the Kansas delegation's donkey.
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DNC Donkeys Make Their Last Stand

Most will be shipped to their delegations for display.

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Union Sign National Team Player Alejandro Bedoya

He’s making $1 million.

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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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N.J. Votes to Require PARCC for Graduation

Board of Education says students must pass the ELA and Algebra I tests before graduating — starting with the class of 2021.

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Want Khizr Khan to Run for Office? Donate Here.

The gold-star father’s fans have launched a campaign urging him to get into politics.

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Harrisburg Outraged After Trump Calls City a “War Zone”

Trump feuds with a city this time.

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Interview: Gold Star Mom From Philadelphia Speaks

Celeste Zappala talks about Donald Trump and what it means to be a Gold Star parent.

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