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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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State House and Senate Send Spending Bill to Wolf

And with hours to spare before the midnight deadline. Wolf says he’ll sign the bill when the legislature agrees to a revenue package.

TOP PICKS: The Best LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Coming up: First Friday and July 4th weekend!

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Photos: It’s Always Sunny in Old City

Don’t miss your chance to see the show filmed today and tomorrow.

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Phillies Minor Leaguer Loses Eye in Freak Stretching Accident

Matt Imhof was a second-round pick in 2014.

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Reports: Chris Christie Being Vetted for Trump VP Slot

Trump has previously said Christie would play a significant role in his White House.

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DNC “Donkeys Around Town” are Installed

Collect them all!


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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Teamsters to Pro-Soda Tax Lawmakers: No More $$$ For You!

“We cannot in good conscience continue to offer you any support whatsoever.”

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News

PoliticalFest Schedule: What to Do and Where

Here’s the full schedule for the DNC’s celebration of the country’s history, government and politics.

News

10 Things You Might Not Know About…

Philly’s June 1919 anarchist bombings. Hingston: Anti-immigrant sentiment was high a century ago, too.

Primaries
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Report: Pa. Primaries Among Most-Expensive in the Nation

The study claims Pa. taxpayers will bear the cost of the fifth most-expensive primaries.

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A.C. Union Reaches Deal with 3 Casinos

But Trop and Taj workers could strike tomorrow.

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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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Church to Hold “DNC Freedom School” for Protesters

Arch Street UMC will be training non-violent protesters next month.

#HeterosexualPrideDay Proves Mainstream Homophobia Still Exists

The insensitive hashtag is a sign that, culturally, we still have a lot of work to do.

News

Why the Co-Owner of Philly Tacos Was in Jail Yesterday

Vourvoulias: Lluli Pilar and three others blocked traffic to protest deportations — and unleash hope.

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School District Has Filled 99 Percent of Teacher Vacancies

Superintendent William R. Hite Jr. made the announcement today.

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