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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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PHOTOS: Soda-Tax Opponents Rallied at City Hall

Scenes from Wednesday’s protest.

OPINION: It’s Time to Ban “No Fats, No Fems”

The body-shaming phrase is an embarrassment to our community.

Beer Gardens Are Great, But the Lantern Festival Is An Outrage?

Op-ed: There’s a double standard in our discourse over public space.

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Better Elections Coalition Calls for End of City Commissioners

And no, it isn’t just about ousting no-show Chairman Anthony Clark.

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Philly Latinos React as Trump Becomes GOP’s Face

Vourvoulias: Ted Cruz, and now John Kasich, has bowed out of the race. Here’s what people are saying.

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Police Will Likely Face Questions Over Overbrook Shooting

It was one of two police-involved shootings overnight.


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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Big Q BBQ Roasts Sam Bradford With Sandwich

Each ingredient nods to his trade demands and subpar play.

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Funeral This Weekend for Willie Williams

The former police commissioner of Philadelphia and L.A. died last week at 72.

GLADD Study Shows Major Drop in LGBT Diversity in Films

Plus more national LGBTQ news.

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White House Social Secretary to Deliver CCP Commencement Address

Deesha Dyer, a CCP alum, is coming home.

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ACME Now Selling Overdose-Reversal Drug at Pa. Pharmacies

NARCAN Nasal Spray is available at 40 stores.

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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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Bloomberg May Give Even More to Support Philly Soda Tax

He’s already thrown support behind this ad campaign.

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Sixers Mailbag

What should the Sixers do with the 24th and 26th pick in June 23rd’s NBA draft? We take a look at that in our latest Sixers mailbag.

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Attack Ads Already Flying in Pennsylvania Senate Race

Toomey, McGinty hit with attack ads already.

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Police: Snapchat Turned Into Sex With Student

Upper Dublin English teacher accused of institutional sexual assault.

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