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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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SEPTA Adding Fourth of July Service

Here’s what you need to know if you plan to partake in festivities.

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The No-B.S. Guide to the Pa. Budget Battle

Wait, are Gov. Wolf and Republicans actually going to agree to a budget this year? Here’s everything you need to know.

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SEPTA to Rename 5th Street Station

Something to do with Independence, we’re guessing.

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Kathryn Knott Could Get Out of Jail Next Week

Why her lawyer thinks July 8th could be the day.

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It’s Always Sunny Is Filming in Center City on Friday

It will be filming around 12th and Locust.

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Pennsylvania House Wants to Rein in Drone Use

The state House recently voted to curtail the use of drones in private places.


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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Dario Saric Says He Will Join Sixers This Summer

According to a Croatian newspaper, Dario Saric has informed reporters that he will join the Sixers this summer.

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Op-Ed: Justin Timberlake Isn’t a “Cultural Appropriator”

He’s simply a privileged Caucasian artist who has benefitted from a white-run media landscape while honoring his African-American influences. Big difference.

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Bye, Bye, Cheap New Jersey Gas?

The state’s gas tax could soon rise by 23 cents per gallon.

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Sixers to Pick Up Option for Hollis Thompson

The 76ers will pick up Hollis Thompson’s team option for the 2016-17 season.

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Temple Provost Abruptly Removed

The university faces a $22 million shortfall in its financial aid fund.

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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.


Non-Discrimination Bills Look Stalled for Summer

Plus more local LGBTQ news.

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With Just Days Until Deadline, Atlantic City Workers Preparing to Strike

Union president says a strike is “likely.”

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Activists: We’ll March on DNC, Not Just in a Pen at FDR Park

Speakers promise chaos at July convention.

Boston Marathon Dad Mike Rossi Arrested at Kenny Chesney Concert

Police accuse Rossi of criminal trespass.

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