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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.


Q&A

How Do You Host the World Cup? This Philly Soccer Exec Has Been Preparing for Years

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Opinion

The Afterlife Is Getting a Makeover

Q&A

West Philly’s Colman Domingo Is Ready for His Close-Up

Latest Stories

My Dad and the Talk

A man of few words, my father finally found some.

Meet Philadelphia’s Most Infamous Snitch

When Benny Martinez talks, he ruins lives — including his own.

Longform

A Moment for Philly Dads

Why dads? The easy answer: because it’s June, and in June, we celebrate fatherhood.

On Philly Fatherhood: My Dad Sold Fords

How many ways can a father’s passions affect his daughter? Let me count them.

What My Dad Taught Me

Integrity, respect and the perfect martini: Famous Philadelphians on life’s biggest lessons.

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News

The Decline of Lunch Counters and Diners

Lunch at a diner counter used to be a Center City tradition. Now, there are only a few left.


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

Wanda Sykes Smacked Down Donald Trump Fans Who Were at Her Borgata Show

It happened last weekend.

News

Orlando, Charleston Were Hateful Attacks on Safe Spaces

Johnson: Why protecting marginalized communities and sanctuary spaces is more crucial than ever.

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News

New Anti-McGinty Ad Suggests She’ll Kidnap Your Kids

“Run, Jimmy, run!”

LGBTQ&A: Dante Austin

The deputy sheriff officer speaks about his new LGBT liaison role.

News

Pa. Lawmakers Should Get Serious About Texting While Driving

Under current state law, texting and driving is nothing more than a summary offense.

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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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News

Opening Date for Museum of the American Revolution Set

Gerry Lenfest also announced a $10 million grant.

News

From the Dept. of Terrible Ideas: Alcohol at the Philadelphia Zoo

What’s next? A strip club at the Please Touch Museum?

Philly Schools Adopt Policy Protecting Transgender Students’ Rights

The Philadelphia School Reform Commission adopted a policy Thursday night that immediately broadened the rights of transgender and gender-nonconforming students in the city’s schools. The new guidelines allow students […]

The First-Ever Wawa Is Closing Its Doors Today

A new “super” Wawa will take its place a few minutes down the road.

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